Works for
MoisturizingLinoleic acid, Glycerin + 10 moreWorks well
“Effective even on sensitive skin, the gentle, alcohol-free tonic will leave skin feeling hydrated, nourished and relaxed.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: linoleic acid
Evens skin toneCamellia sinensis leaf extractNot delivered
“Helping to balance the skin after cleansing, this opaque, milk-hued liquid normalises hydration levels, effectively balances skin tone and reduces redness as well as adding a soft-focus, dewy glow.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extractMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus nobilis fruit extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Chamomilla recutita flower water~5.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideSodium pca~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaAvena strigosa seed extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed barley protein~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractEuterpe oleracea sterols~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linoleic acid~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidOleic acid~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidLinolenic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidSodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.35–0.65%
Citrus nobilis fruit extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosa damascena flower extract~0.3–0.55%
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractVitis vinifera fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractCitrus limon peel extract~0.25–0.45%
Eugenia caryophyllus flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eugenia caryophyllus flower extractLavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.45%
Phospholipids~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsLecithin~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSodium citrate~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateXanthan gum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Chamomilla recutita flower water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sodium pca, Avena strigosa seed extract, Hydrolyzed barley protein, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Euterpe oleracea sterols, Linoleic acid, Oleic acid, Linolenic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus nobilis fruit extract, Rosa damascena flower extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Eugenia caryophyllus flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Phospholipids, Lecithin, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium citrate, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| PixiMilky TonicYOUR PRODUCT | SkinMedicaHA5 Hydra Collagen Facial Mist | Bubble SkincareCosmic Silk | RhodeGlazing Milk Hydrating Ceramide Facial Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | $14.30 | $24.00+$9.70 | $14.99+$0.69 | $32.00+$17.70 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Anhydroxylitol | Phytosphingosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Pixi - Milky Tonic" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans 0.35% - 0.80% and glycerin 4.20% - 6.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Pixi" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 15.00$ up to 32.99$ in the United States and from 10.00£ up to 23.96£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/0168365995000887sciencedirect.com
- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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