the klog Hydra Shield Anti-Pollution Jelly Toner
Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Glycerin + 5 moreWorks well
“Hydra Shield Anti-Pollution Jelly Toner”
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Niacinamide, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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: capryloyl salicylic acid, 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.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Centella asiatica extractWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Capryloyl 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: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Carica papaya fruit extract, Trifolium pratense flower 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%
Propanediol~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDipropylene glycol~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolNiacinamide~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideGlycerin~2.2–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinHexanediol~1.7–2.6%
Acetyl tetrapeptide-40~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Capryloyl salicylic acid~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tremella fuciformis extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis extractCarica papaya fruit extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.5–1.15%
- 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 extractCentella asiatica extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Centella asiatica extractBambusa vulgaris extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trifolium pratense flower extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Red clover flower extract. Can contain anti-oxidants but also potential irritant compounds
More about Trifolium pratense flower extractAllantoin~0.3–0.75%
- 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 AllantoinButylene glycol~0.35–0.75%
- 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 glycolTromethamine~0.2–0.7%
C12-14 alketh-12~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Isopentyldiol~0.1–0.4%
Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolTerminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractCarbomer~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerDisodium edta~0.05–0.1%
Alcohol~0.05–0.1%
- 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 AlcoholIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Dipropylene glycol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Hexanediol, Acetyl tetrapeptide-40, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Tremella fuciformis extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Centella asiatica extract, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Trifolium pratense flower extract, Allantoin, Butylene glycol, Tromethamine, C12-14 alketh-12, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isopentyldiol, Caprylyl glycol, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Carbomer, Disodium edta, Alcohol
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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.
| the klogHydra Shield Anti-Pollution Jelly TonerYOUR PRODUCT | AbibGlutathiosome Dark Spot Pad Vita Touch | Bliv:UCollagen Bouncing Toner | The SaemUrban Eco Golden Berry Toner Pack | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 90% | 87% |
| Price | $14.00 | $16.99+$2.99 | $17.22+$3.22 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Hexapeptide-9 | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"the klog - Hydra Shield Anti-Pollution Jelly Toner" is effective for: Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Exfoliation and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.70% - 4.10%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.20% - 3.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 14.00$ 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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