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Pixi Glow Tonic Supersize Edition - Exclusive

Name: Pixi - Glow Tonic Supersize Edition - Exclusive
Brand: Pixi

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Cleansing

Hexylene glycol, Polysorbate 20

Cleanses gently

What the product description says

“The cult-favourite formula instantly refreshes the complexion, helping to remove any traces of makeup left after cleansing, while priming for further skincare application.”

Source: Lookfantastic

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (hexylene glycol, polysorbate 20) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.

Hexylene glycolEffect: HighHelps create a more spreadable product texture~0.95–1.4%

Polysorbate 20Effect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~0.05–0.2%

Exfoliation

Glycolic acid, Ammonium glycolate + 1 more

Works well

What the product description says

“Reveal radiant skin with the PIXI Glow Tonic Supersize Edition , a lightly exfoliating toner that works to smooth and brighten the complexion, helping you to achieve an effortless glow.”

Source: Lookfantastic

This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: ammonium glycolate, glycolic acid.

Glycolic acidKey activeEffect: HighAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid~2–3.1%

Ammonium glycolateKey activeEffect: High~1.7–2.5%

UreaKey activeEffect: MediumNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations~0.3–0.7%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Hexyl nicotinate + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 8 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritatingHigh~3.8–5.7%est.

Aesculus hippocastanum seed extractPlant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritatingHigh~2.8–4.2%est.

Glycolic acidAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acidHigh~2–3.1%est.

Hexyl nicotinateMight be able to enhance blood flow in the skin. Can be irritating and result in skin rednessHigh~0.1–0.5%est.

Panax ginseng root extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.01–0.1%est.

Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skinMedium~6.4–9.6%est.

Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureMedium~0.95–1.4%est.

Comedogenic

Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients

None flagged

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The Ordinary Glycolic Acid and Squalane Cleanser

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~6.4–9.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritationAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishAnti-aging

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

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Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract~3.8–5.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

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Aesculus hippocastanum seed extract~2.8–4.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Plant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating

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Glycolic acid~2–3.1%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

ExfoliationEvens skin toneAnti-agingAnti-blemish

An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid

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Ammonium glycolate~1.7–2.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneExfoliationAnti-blemish

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Glycerin~1.5–2.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Butylene glycol~1.2–1.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Hexylene glycol~0.95–1.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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Fructose~0.55–1.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Glucose~0.4–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function

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Sucrose~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion

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Urea~0.3–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingExfoliation

Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations

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Dextrin~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Alanine~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingEvens skin tone

An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking

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Glutamic acid~0.1–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Aspartic acid~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles

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Hexyl nicotinate~0.1–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

De-puffing

Might be able to enhance blood flow in the skin. Can be irritating and result in skin redness

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Panax ginseng root extract~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating

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Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Biotin~0.05–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect

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Polysorbate 20~0.05–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Parfum~0.01–0.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Ingredient list view

Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Aesculus hippocastanum seed extract, Glycolic acid, Ammonium glycolate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Hexylene glycol, Fructose, Glucose, Sucrose, Urea, Dextrin, Alanine, Glutamic acid, Aspartic acid, Hexyl nicotinate, Panax ginseng root extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Biotin, Polysorbate 20, Parfum

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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.

Side-by-side comparison of this product against its closest alternatives
	PixiGlow Tonic Supersize Edition - ExclusiveYOUR PRODUCT	The OrdinaryGlycolic Acid and Squalane Cleanser	Synergy Therm CosmeticsAHA/PHA Exfoliating Toner	Touch Skin CareGlycolic Acid Toner with 7% Glycolic Acid
Match	—	62%	58%	58%
Price	—	$19.37	—	$18.95
Shared key ingredients	—	11 of 12	3 of 12	3 of 12
Key difference	—	Glycine	Gluconolactone	Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Irritancy	High	Medium	Low	Medium
Drying alcohol	—	—	—	—
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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.

1
Contact dermatitis as an adverse reaction to some topically used European herbal medicinal products – part 1: Achillea millefolium–Curcuma longaonlinelibrary.wiley.com
2
Photoprotective and antiinflammatory effects of topical glycolic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
3
Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
4
Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinmdpi.com
5
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
6
Topical Glucose Induces Claudin-1 and Filaggrin Expression in a Mouse Model of Atopic Dermatitis and in Keratinocyte Culture, Exerting Anti-inflammatory Effects by Repairing Skin Barrier Functionncbi.nlm.nih.gov
7
Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
8
Combination of amino acids reduces pigmentation in B16F0 melanoma cellsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
9
Acetyl aspartic acid, a novel active ingredient, demonstrates potential to improve signs of skin ageing: from consumer need to clinical proofncbi.nlm.nih.gov
10
In vivo topical application of acetyl aspartic acid increases fibrillin-1 and collagen IV deposition leading to a significant improvement of skin firmnessncbi.nlm.nih.gov
11
The effects of topically applied hexyl nicotinate lotion on the cutaneous blood flow in patients with Raynaud's phenomenonncbi.nlm.nih.gov
12
Hexyl-Nicotinate-Induced Vasodilation in Normal Human Skinkarger.com
13
Differences among moisturizers in affecting skin susceptibility to hexyl nicotinate, measured as time to increase skin blood flowonlinelibrary.wiley.com
14
Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
15
Antiaging effects of the mixture of Panax ginseng and Crataegus pinnatifida in human dermal fibroblasts and healthy human skinncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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