Renee Rouleau Elderberry Soothing Toner
Works for
MoisturizingBiosaccharide gum-1, Sodium pcaWorks
“This softening and plumping formula rids the skin of impurities while providing instant hydration to reveal moist and bouncy skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": biosaccharide gum-1, sodium pca.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Elderberry Soothing Toner by Renée Rouleau is an alcohol-free toner for sensitive skin that delivers antioxidants deep within the skin for sensitive and aging skin types.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Cananga odorata flower oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Biosaccharide gum-1~6.7–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Sambucus nigra fruit extract~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that may contain a small amount of essential oils. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra fruit extractEthylhexylglycerin~2.7–4%
Sodium pca~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaPolysorbate 20~1.4–2.1%
Citric acid~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.4–0.9%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCananga odorata flower oil~0.05–0.25%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilIngredient list view
Water, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sambucus nigra fruit extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium pca, Polysorbate 20, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Cananga odorata flower oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil
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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.
| Renee RouleauElderberry Soothing TonerYOUR PRODUCT | BaleaBeauty expert glow toner | MizonCollagen Power Lifting Toner | Geek GorgeousLiquid Hydration Mist Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 34% |
| Price | $39.50 | — | $16.96−$22.54 | $11.50−$28.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 0 of 2 | 1 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Renee Rouleau - Elderberry Soothing Toner" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium pca 2.00% - 3.00% and biosaccharide gum-1 6.70% - 10.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Renee Rouleau" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 39.50$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Assessment report on Sambucus nigra L., fructusema.europa.eu
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