The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Toner
Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
“Helps to purify skin and visibly reduce the appearance of blemishes”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acid, AllantoinWorks well
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: salicylic acid.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Polymethylsilsesquioxane + 3 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, caprylyl 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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Hamamelis virginiana water + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Alcohol denat.~8.1–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Tapioca starch~4.7–5.7%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~3.2–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHamamelis virginiana water~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGlycerin~1.6–2%
- 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 GlycerinMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilAlcohol~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about AlcoholAllantoin~0.6–0.9%
- 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 AllantoinCalophyllum inophyllum seed oil~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicylic acid~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateSodium hydroxide~0.45–0.7%
Polymethylsilsesquioxane~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneLimonene~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.25–0.45%
Linalool~0.2–0.35%
Leptospermum petersonii oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Leptospermum petersonii oilTocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCi 19140~0.1–0.2%
Caramel~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 42090~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol denat., Tapioca starch, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Hamamelis virginiana water, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Glycerin, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Alcohol, Allantoin, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Salicylic acid, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Sodium hydroxide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Limonene, Citral, Linalool, Leptospermum petersonii oil, Tocopherol, Ci 19140, Caramel, Ci 42090
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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.
| The Body ShopTea Tree Skin Clearing TonerYOUR PRODUCT | REVOLUTION SKINCARE2% BHA Salicylic Acid Toner | Kiehl'sFacial Fuel Energizing Tonic for Men | ClearogenClarifying Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 87% | 87% |
| Price | — | $11.00 | — | $22.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Rosemary Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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