REVOLUTION SKINCARE Mandelic Acid Toner
Works for
ExfoliationMandelic acid, AllantoinWorks well
“Why Your Skin Will Love It , Exfoliates for brighter, smoother skin.”
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: mandelic acid.
Evens skin toneMandelic acid, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractWorks well
“Whilst most products can be used across multiple skin tones successfully, when it comes to acid exfoliators, more care should be taken on deeper skin tones as overuse of strong acids can result in hyperpigmentation.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: mandelic acid
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: glycyrrhiza glabra root extract.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Butylene glycol + 1 moreWorks
“, Evens the skin tone and reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation , Eases congestion , Mandelic acid is a more gentle AHA, so great for deeper skin tones or those with more sensitive skin , Glycerin moisturises and softens complexion Why is Mandelic Acid Perfect for Deeper Skin Tones?”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, butylene glycol.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.9–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolMandelic acid~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps shed the upper layer of dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing smoother, brighter skin. It can help to reduce hyperpigmentation. It has anti-bacterial properties, and might help to reduce blemishes, as well as fine lines and wrinkles. It is considered to be gentler than glycolic acid
More about Mandelic acidPropanediol~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPoloxamer 184~2–3%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSodium hydroxide~1.2–1.8%
Glycerin~0.95–1.4%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoamphoacetate~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateSodium chloride~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideDisodium edta~0.1–0.45%
Allantoin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinDehydroacetic acid~0.05–0.2%
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Mandelic acid, Propanediol, Poloxamer 184, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium hydroxide, Glycerin, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Sodium chloride, Disodium edta, Allantoin, Dehydroacetic acid, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract
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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.
| REVOLUTION SKINCAREMandelic Acid TonerYOUR PRODUCT | CatricePORE 2-IN-1 PEELING & TONER | NeogenisisMandelic Acid 8% | Deviant SkincareGentle Resurfacing Liquid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | — | — | $67.00 | $52.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Sodium Pca | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Naturium PHA Topical Acid 12%Purposeful Skincare by Allies (PSA) Heroine Mandelic & Licorice Superfood Glow Toner
Product summary
"REVOLUTION SKINCARE - Mandelic Acid Toner" is effective for: Exfoliation and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Exfoliating acids (mandelic acid 3.90% - 5.80%). In this concentration, they will have a noticeable exfoliating effect. They can also have an anti-aging effect and stimulate collagen production in a long-run.
- Humectants (glycerin 0.95% - 1.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 8.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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