VILLAGE 11 FACTORY Active Clean Toner
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“A special formulation that hydrates while gently exfoliating skin.”
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, salicylic acid.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Betaine + 4 moreWorks
“A special formulation that hydrates while gently exfoliating skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, glycerin.
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).
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Glycolic acidWorks well
“Containing 0.01% of Salicylic Acid to help unclog pores and 0.05% of AHA for mild exfoliation of dead cells, this toner helps your skin to smooth and soften.”
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.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
Anti-agingSide benefit · Glycolic acid, Tocopherol + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic 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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Glycolic acid, Salicylic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, salicylic acid
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: glycyrrhiza uralensis 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Lauryl betaine~8.3–10.2%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~5.6–6.9%
Glycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinSodium cocoamphoacetate~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateButylene glycol~1.9–2.3%
- 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 glycolAcrylates copolymer~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerSodium chloride~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideBetaine~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePotassium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Citric acid~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSalicylic acid~0.55–0.8%
- 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 acidHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractAdansonia digitata seed extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractGlycyrrhiza uralensis root extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Licorice root extract. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhiza uralensis root extractMyrciaria dubia fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Myrciaria dubia fruit extractFucus vesiculosus extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Laminaria japonica extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Laminaria japonica extractHimanthalia elongata extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractGelidium cartilagineum extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetraria islandica extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Polyquaternium-7~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Tromethamine~0.15–0.3%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Lactic acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidGlycolic 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 acidTocopherol~0.05–0.1%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Lauryl betaine, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Glycerin, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Butylene glycol, Acrylates copolymer, Sodium chloride, Betaine, Potassium benzoate, Citric acid, Salicylic acid, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Adansonia digitata seed extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Glycyrrhiza uralensis root extract, Myrciaria dubia fruit extract, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Laminaria japonica extract, Himanthalia elongata extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Gelidium cartilagineum extract, Cetraria islandica extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyquaternium-7, Tromethamine, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Lactic acid, Glycolic acid, Tocopherol
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| VILLAGE 11 FACTORYActive Clean TonerYOUR PRODUCT | Pixiby Petra Clarity Tonic with Salicylic Acid | MuradExclusive Vitamin C Triple Exfoliating Facial Peel | Farm StayDermacube Probiotics Therapy Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 94% | 93% | 92% |
| Price | — | $13.23 | $105.88 | $23.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Saccharum Officinarum Extract | Vitamin C | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"VILLAGE 11 FACTORY - Active Clean Toner" is effective for: Exfoliation and Anti-blemish
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Salicylic acid (0.55% - 0.80%). This is an oil-soluble exfoliating acid. Because of this property, it can work inside pores and help reduce the congestion. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is used to treat acne. Because it is a quite strong exfoliator, be careful with using this product too often: it could result in over-exfoliation.
- Humectants (betaine 1.20% - 1.40% and glycerin 3.00% - 3.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails at around 22.35$ 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 18 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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