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Secret Key Fresh Nature Toner
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Secret Key Fresh Nature Toner

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh
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Works for

Moisturizing
Lanolin, Paraffinum liquidum + 20 more
Works well
What the product description says
“Secret Key Fresh Nature Toners are specially formulated to soften dead skin cells while keeping the skin moist and smooth.”
Source: Lila Beauty

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: algae extract, allantoin.

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: algae extract, glyceryl stearate.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin, paraffinum liquidum

LanolinHero· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans~0.65–1%
Paraffinum liquidumHero· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighMineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function~0.5–0.75%
AllantoinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated~1.5–1.9%
Laminaria digitata extractKey activeEffect: MediumSeaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment~1.4–1.7%
Beta-glucanKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.6–0.95%
Centella asiatica extractKey activeEffect: HighA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.55–0.85%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.5–0.75%
GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.5–0.75%
Snail secretion filtrateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighTypically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products~0.5–0.75%
Algae extractKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: HighPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet~0.25–0.5%
Tremella fuciformis extractEffect: LowA mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~1.7–2.1%
Propylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating~0.95–1.15%
Oryza sativa extractEffect: LowA grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.65–1%
Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.55–0.8%
Viola tricolor extract· EmollientEffect: LowA plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skin~0.55–0.85%
Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: LowCan 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~0.55–0.8%
Althaea rosea root extract· HumectantEffect: LowA plant extract that has some anti-inflammatory properties, can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is also used to thicken the product formulations~0.5–0.7%
Portulaca oleracea extract· HumectantEffect: LowA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.6%
Aloe barbadensis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseTraditionally 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~0.55–0.85%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceEffect: Low, below effective doseTraditionally 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~0.5–0.75%
Aloe barbadensis leaf waterEffect: Low, below effective doseTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin~0.5–0.75%
Rosa damascena flower waterEffect: Low, below effective doseUsed to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating~0.35–0.65%
Anti-oxidation
Not advertised by the brand · Centella asiatica extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 12 more
May help

This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract, centella asiatica extract, punica granatum 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.

Centella asiatica extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.55–0.85%
Camellia sinensis leaf extractKey activeEffect: MediumCan 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~0.55–0.8%
Punica granatum extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective~0.5–0.75%
Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extractEffect: LowPlant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smell~10–12%
Laminaria digitata extractEffect: LowSeaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment~1.4–1.7%
Oryza sativa extractEffect: LowA grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.65–1%
Beta-glucanEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.6–0.95%
Viola tricolor extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skin~0.55–0.85%
Morus alba bark extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lacking~0.5–0.75%
Portulaca oleracea extractEffect: LowA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.6%
Salix alba bark extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect~0.2–0.4%
Psidium guajava fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.2–0.4%
Brassica oleracea italica extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking~0.5–0.7%
Rosa damascena flower waterEffect: Low, below effective doseUsed to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating~0.35–0.65%
Anti-aging
Not advertised by the brand · Centella asiatica extract, Laminaria digitata extract + 4 more
May help

This product contains centella asiatica extract. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

Centella asiatica extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.55–0.85%
Laminaria digitata extractEffect: LowSeaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment~1.4–1.7%
Beta-glucanEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.6–0.95%
Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: LowCan 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~0.55–0.8%
Algae extractEffect: LowPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet~0.25–0.5%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceEffect: Low, below effective doseTraditionally 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~0.5–0.75%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
8 strong irritants: Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Parfum + 6 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 29 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extractPlant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smellHigh~10–12%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~2.2–2.6%est.
Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.95–1.15%est.
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water—High~0.6–0.85%est.
Carica papaya fruit extract—High~0.5–0.75%est.
AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~0.5–0.75%est.
Chamomilla recutita flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.45–0.7%est.
Morus alba bark extractA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lackingHigh~0.5–0.75%est.
Citrus limon bud extract—High~0.45–0.7%est.
Hamamelis virginiana extractA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritatingHigh~0.45–0.65%est.
Rosa damascena flower waterUsed to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.65%est.
Salix alba bark extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effectHigh~0.2–0.4%est.
Psidium guajava fruit extractA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant effectHigh~0.2–0.4%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~26–32%est.
Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.5–1%est.
Tremella fuciformis extractA mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~1.7–2.1%est.
Cucumis sativus extract—Medium~1.1–1.4%est.
Oleth-10Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.55–0.8%est.
Viola tricolor extractA plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skinMedium~0.55–0.85%est.
Aloe barbadensis leaf extractTraditionally 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~0.55–0.85%est.
Snail secretion filtrateTypically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare productsMedium~0.5–0.75%est.
Centella asiatica extractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.Medium~0.55–0.85%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~0.5–0.75%est.
Oleth-5Helps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.5–0.8%est.
Punica granatum extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effectiveMedium~0.5–0.75%est.
Aloe barbadensis leaf waterTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skinMedium~0.5–0.75%est.
Brassica oleracea italica extractMight have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lackingMedium~0.5–0.7%est.
Daucus carota sativa extract—Medium~0.3–0.6%est.
Portulaca oleracea extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.4–0.6%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
2 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Laminaria digitata extractSeaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment3/5~1.4–1.7%est.
Algae extractPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet3/5~0.25–0.5%est.

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Ingredients

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1,2-hexanediol~26–32%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract~10–12%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Plant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smell

More about Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract
Pulsatilla koreana extract~5.4–6.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Usnea barbata extract~4.1–5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Usnea barbata extract
Nonoxynol-12
Not recognized
Disodium edta~0.5–1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Parfum~2.2–2.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Tremella fuciformis extract~1.7–2.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

A mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Allantoin~1.5–1.9%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-blemishExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Laminaria digitata extract~1.4–1.7%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment

More about Laminaria digitata extract
Cucumis sativus extract~1.1–1.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
More about Cucumis sativus extract
Propylene glycol~0.95–1.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract~0.75–1.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract
Diospyros kaki leaf extract~0.65–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Diospyros kaki leaf extract
Beta-glucan~0.6–0.95%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-blemishAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Oryza sativa extract~0.65–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Lanolin~0.65–1%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans

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Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water~0.6–0.85%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
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Sciadopitys verticillata root extract~0.55–0.85%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Sciadopitys verticillata root extract
Cucurbita pepo fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Cucurbita pepo fruit extract
Carica papaya fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
More about Carica papaya fruit extract
Oleth-10~0.55–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Viola tricolor extract~0.55–0.85%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skin

More about Viola tricolor extract
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.55–0.85%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extract
Alcohol~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties

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Glyceryl stearate~0.55–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Snail secretion filtrate~0.5–0.75%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

Typically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products

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Centella asiatica extract~0.55–0.85%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Reduces irritationMoisturizingReduces rednessAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingAnti-oxidationAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.

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Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.5–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryReduces rednessReduces irritationAnti-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

More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.45–0.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatory

Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating

More about Chamomilla recutita flower extract
Morus alba bark extract~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Evens skin toneAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lacking

More about Morus alba bark extract
Althaea rosea root extract~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

A plant extract that has some anti-inflammatory properties, can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is also used to thicken the product formulations

More about Althaea rosea root extract
Citrus limon bud extract~0.45–0.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
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Oleth-5~0.5–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

More about Oleth-5
Sodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Solanum tuberosum pulp extract~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Solanum tuberosum pulp extract
Punica granatum extract~0.5–0.75%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationEvens skin tone

A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective

More about Punica granatum extract
Bambusa vulgaris sap extract~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Bambusa vulgaris sap extract
Bean extract
Not recognized
Aloe barbadensis leaf water~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin

More about Aloe barbadensis leaf water
Brassica oleracea italica extract~0.5–0.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking

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Glycerin~0.5–0.75%
Key active
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

More about Glycerin
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.55–0.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingAnti-blemishEvens skin toneMoisturizing

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 extract
Plantago asiatica extract~0.5–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Plantago asiatica extract
Althaea rosea root extract~0.5–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

A plant extract that has some anti-inflammatory properties, can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is also used to thicken the product formulations

More about Althaea rosea root extract
Hamamelis virginiana extract~0.45–0.65%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatory

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

More about Hamamelis virginiana extract
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Physalis alkekengi fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Paraffinum liquidum~0.5–0.75%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function

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Ulmus campestris bark extract~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Daucus carota sativa extract~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
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Polysorbate 80~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Portulaca oleracea extract~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Rosa damascena flower water~0.35–0.65%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating

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Rubus coreanus fruit extract~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Milk protein extract~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Salix alba bark extract~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationAnti-blemishExfoliation

A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect

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Psidium guajava fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Hamamelis virginiana extract~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatory

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

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4-terpineol~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Algae extract~0.25–0.5%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

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Ingredient list view

1,2-hexanediol, Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Pulsatilla koreana extract, Usnea barbata extract, Unknown, Disodium edta, Parfum, Tremella fuciformis extract, Allantoin, Laminaria digitata extract, Cucumis sativus extract, Propylene glycol, Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract, Diospyros kaki leaf extract, Beta-glucan, Oryza sativa extract, Lanolin, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water, Sciadopitys verticillata root extract, Cucurbita pepo fruit extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Oleth-10, Viola tricolor extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Snail secretion filtrate, Centella asiatica extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Morus alba bark extract, Althaea rosea root extract, Citrus limon bud extract, Oleth-5, Sodium hyaluronate, Solanum tuberosum pulp extract, Punica granatum extract, Bambusa vulgaris sap extract, Unknown, Aloe barbadensis leaf water, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Glycerin, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Plantago asiatica extract, Althaea rosea root extract, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Phenoxyethanol, Physalis alkekengi fruit extract, Paraffinum liquidum, Ulmus campestris bark extract, Daucus carota sativa extract, Polysorbate 80, Portulaca oleracea extract, Rosa damascena flower water, Rubus coreanus fruit extract, Milk protein extract, Salix alba bark extract, Psidium guajava fruit extract, Hamamelis virginiana extract, 4-terpineol, Algae extract

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Shared key ingredients—5 of 123 of 125 of 12
Key difference—PanthenolSalicylic AcidTripeptide-1
Irritancy High Medium Medium Medium
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Product summary

"Secret Key - Fresh Nature Toner" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing

This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

  • In addition, this product contains Allantoin (1.50% - 1.90%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
  • Humectants (snail secretion filtrate 0.50% - 0.75%, allantoin 1.50% - 1.90%, glycerin 0.50% - 0.75%, sodium hyaluronate 0.50% - 0.75% and algae extract 0.25% - 0.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

Price

The product retails for 15.50A$ in Australia and for 11.85$ 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 45 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    The influence of alkane chain length on the skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediolsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Profile of wound healing process induced by allantoinscielo.br
  3. 3
    Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  4. 4
    Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  5. 5
    Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  6. 6
    β-Glucans: Multi-Functional Modulator of Wound Healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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