Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-4 caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“A gentle 2-in-1 cleansing toner that simplifies your facial cleansing step by effectively cleanse, exfoliate and replenish hydration to the skin, leaving it clean and hydrated.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-betaine, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, polyglyceryl-6 caprylate) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: coco-betaine
ExfoliationGlycolic acidWorks well
“A gentle 2-in-1 cleansing toner that simplifies your facial cleansing step by effectively cleanse, exfoliate and replenish hydration to the skin, leaving it clean and hydrated.”
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: glycolic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Angelica keiskei leaf/stem extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Oryza sativa bran water~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be somewhat helpful for attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa bran waterGlycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPolyglyceryl-4 caprate~2–3%
Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 caprylateSorbitol~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolButylene glycol~1.3–1.9%
- 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 glycolPotassium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Coco-betaine~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaine1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.15%
Sodium citrate~0.45–1%
- 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 citrateSodium chloride~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitric acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.85%
Disodium edta~0.35–0.8%
Malus domestica fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Malus domestica fruit extractVinegar~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica keiskei leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrant plant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Angelica keiskei leaf/stem extractOryza sativa extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Oryza sativa extractPortulaca oleracea extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Portulaca oleracea extractPanax ginseng root extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractTricholoma matsutake extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arbutin~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinGlycolic acid~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Glycolic acidParfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Oryza sativa bran water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Sorbitol, Butylene glycol, Potassium benzoate, Coco-betaine, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium citrate, Sodium chloride, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Malus domestica fruit extract, Vinegar, Angelica keiskei leaf/stem extract, Oryza sativa extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Tricholoma matsutake extract, Arbutin, Glycolic acid, Parfum
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| Match | — | 56% | 56% | 54% |
| Price | $24.20 | $30.00+$5.80 | $7.78−$16.42 | $9.09−$15.11 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin C | Gluconolactone | 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid |
| 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 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Portulaca oleracea (purslane)mdedge.com
- 6Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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