Works for
Evens skin toneGlutathione, Ferulic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“This lightweight and hypoallergenic toner is rich in Vitamin C and Beta-Glucan to hydrate, brighten and soothe skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione
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: ferulic 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.
MoisturizingPanthenol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 11 moreWorks well
“This lightweight and hypoallergenic toner is rich in Vitamin C and Beta-Glucan to hydrate, brighten and soothe skin.”
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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Ferulic acid, Adenosine + 3 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: ferulic acid.
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Glutathione, Chitosan + 10 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ferulic acid, 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).
The following ingredients - chitosan also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Chitosan, Beta-glucanMay help
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains chitosan.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Propanediol~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButylene glycol~3.9–4.7%
- 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 glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.2–3.9%
- 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 triglyceridePropylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 60~1.9–2.4%
Polyglyceryl-10 laurate~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateGlycerin~1.5–1.9%
- 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 GlycerinAscorbic acid~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidBisabolol~0.95–1.15%
- 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 BisabololPanthenol~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolGlutathione~0.6–0.95%
- 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 GlutathioneDimethicone~0.65–0.95%
- 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 DimethiconeChitosan~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Inhibits acne-causing bacteria on the surface of the skin. Can help to reduce inflammation caused by bacteria. Helps neutralize free radicals in skin. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ChitosanPullulan~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanSodium gluconate~0.45–0.7%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilDisodium edta~0.4–0.6%
Ethylhexyl salicylate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Xanthan gum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCyclopentasiloxane~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxanePhytic acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidDimethiconol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolPhaseolus radiatus seed extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus paradisi fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ferulic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidOpuntia coccinellifera fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Opuntia coccinellifera fruit extractBeta-carotene~0.3–0.55%
Daucus carota sativa root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractDaucus carota sativa seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilTerminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractBeta-glucan~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Beta-glucanBetula platyphylla japonica bark extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.4%
Ascorbyl palmitate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateRumex crispus root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adenosine~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.25%
Parfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Polysorbate 60, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Glycerin, Ascorbic acid, Bisabolol, Panthenol, Glutathione, Dimethicone, Chitosan, Pullulan, Sodium gluconate, Sodium hyaluronate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Disodium edta, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Sodium metabisulfite, Xanthan gum, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phytic acid, Dimethiconol, Phaseolus radiatus seed extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Ferulic acid, Opuntia coccinellifera fruit extract, Beta-carotene, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Beta-glucan, Betula platyphylla japonica bark extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ascorbyl palmitate, Rumex crispus root extract, Adenosine, Sodium hydroxide, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool
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| VARI:HOPE8 Days Pure Vitamin C Toner PlusYOUR PRODUCT | VT CosmeticsReedle Shot Vita-Light Toning Essence VC1000 + | Some By MiGalactomyces Glutathione Glow Milky Toner | AbibGlutathiosome Dark Spot Pad Vita Touch | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 70% | 52% |
| Price | — | $21.03 | $18.10 | $16.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 16 | 5 of 16 | 7 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"VARI: HOPE - 8 Days Pure Vitamin C Toner Plus" is effective for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Anti-blemish, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (1.30% - 1.50%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- Adenosine 0.15% - 0.25%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 0.70% - 1.10%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.50% - 0.70%, panthenol 0.70% - 1.10% and glycerin 1.50% - 1.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 18.00$ 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 39 studies and safety reviews.
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