Works for
MoisturizingOligopeptide-1, Dimethicone + 13 moreWorks well
“The creamy textured toner leaves your skin smooth while moisturizing it.”
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:
arginine, glycerin.
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: arginine, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: oligopeptide-1
Evens skin toneTranexamic acid, GlutathioneWorks well
“Formulated with glutathione and criste-marine stem cell to provide a whitening effect.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione, tranexamic acid
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-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Glutathione, Bisabolol + 1 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (glutathione) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Lysine, Oligopeptide-1May help
This product contains lysine, oligopeptide-1. These ingredients 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Limonene, Linalool + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Hippophae rhamnoides water~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant-infused water. The concentration of compounds with potential skin benefits is unlikely to be effective
More about Hippophae rhamnoides waterWater~11–16%
Isopentyldiol~5–7.6%
Dimethicone~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~1.9–2.9%
- 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 glycolBisabolol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololHydroxyacetophenone~1.3–2%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlyceryl stearate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSynthetic fluorphlogopite~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopiteTitanium dioxide~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.5–1.15%
- 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 crosspolymerArginine~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.95%
Xanthan gum~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDisodium edta~0.35–0.85%
Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerPvm/ma copolymer~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tin oxide~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxide1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.8%
Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Tinosorb M. A UV filter. Is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It also provides some protection against visible light. It is photostable and can also be used to improve photostability of other sunscreen ingredients. Its physical properties help to create lightweight sunscreen formulations. It can leave a slight white cast. Unfortunately, it is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenolCyanocobalamin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminTranexamic acid~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone. It can also help in skin barrier recovery. It is used to treat melasma, especially with injections and when taken orally
More about Tranexamic acidDecyl glucoside~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium coco pg-dimonium chloride phosphate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolGlyceryl laurate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateCaprylic/capric glycerides~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Caprylic/capric glyceridesTheanine~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Milk lipids~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glutathione~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathioneCrithmum maritimum callus culture filtrate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant cell extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Crithmum maritimum callus culture filtratePvp~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpSodium acetate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lysine~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about LysineOligopeptide-1~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Oligopeptide-1Rh-oligopeptide-1~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexacarboxymethyl dipeptide-12~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fullerenes~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.25%
Parfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Hippophae rhamnoides water, Water, Isopentyldiol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Bisabolol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Titanium dioxide, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Arginine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Pvm/ma copolymer, Tin oxide, 1,2-hexanediol, Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol, Unknown, Cyanocobalamin, Tranexamic acid, Decyl glucoside, Sodium coco pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, Propylene glycol, Glyceryl laurate, Caprylic/capric glycerides, Theanine, Milk lipids, Glutathione, Crithmum maritimum callus culture filtrate, Pvp, Sodium acetate, Lysine, Oligopeptide-1, Rh-oligopeptide-1, Hexacarboxymethyl dipeptide-12, Fullerenes, Limonene, Linalool, Parfum
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| TONYMOLYBio EX Cell Toning TonerYOUR PRODUCT | The History of WhooBichup Self-Generating Anti-Aging Essence | MedicubePDRN Pink Niacinamide Milky Toner | numbuzinNo.9 NAD Bio Lifting-sil Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | — | $127.11 | $6.15 | $19.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 14 | 4 of 14 | 4 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Oligopeptide-3 | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"TONYMOLY - Bio EX Cell Toning Toner" is effective for: Moisturizing and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (oligopeptide-1 0.15% - 0.60%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer 0.35% - 0.80%, arginine 0.40% - 0.90% and glycerin 2.70% - 4.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 32.58$ 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 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Safety Assessment of Tin(IV) Oxide as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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