Name: Whamisa - Toner Original
Brand: Whamisa

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Works for

Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Exfoliation
Anti-oxidation

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Whamisa Toner Original with Organic Fermented Flowers 155ml is a moisturizing essence that suits all skin types.Formulated from fermented organic flower extracts, chrysanthemum, rice and galactomyces, it prepares the skin to receive optimal care.

Source: Cocoon Center

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).

betaine 2.7% - 4.1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

lactobacillus 0.03%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation

glycerin 3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

Anti-aging

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains gluconolactone.

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.

gluconolactone 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals

camellia sinensis leaf extract 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

aloe barbadensis leaf juice 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

Evens skin tone

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: gluconolactone

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 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.

gluconolactone 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals

glycyrrhiza glabra root extract 1.2% - 1.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

camellia sinensis leaf extract 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

Exfoliation

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: gluconolactone.

gluconolactone 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract, gluconolactone) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

camellia sinensis leaf extract 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

gluconolactone 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals

paeonia suffruticosa root extract 1.4% - 2.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

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camellia sinensis leaf extract 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-oxidation, Antibacterial, Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

gluconolactone 22% - 33%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Exfoliation, Anti-blemish, Anti-oxidation

A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals

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nelumbo nucifera flower extract 3.5% - 5.2%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-oxidation, Moisturizing

scutellaria baicalensis root extract 1.7% - 2.6%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation, Reduces irritation

A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties

Comodogenic ingredients

sorbitan oleate 1% - 1.6%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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aloe barbadensis leaf extract 70.39%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

houttuynia cordata extract 20%

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oryza sativa extract 3%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation

A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Ingredient list view

Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Oryza sativa extract, Glycerin, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Gluconolactone, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Rhodiola rosea root extract, Chrysanthemum sinense flower extract, Taraxacum officinale root, Unknown, Lactobacillus, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Betaine, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Sorbitan oleate, Xanthan gum, Aniba rosodora wood oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Geranium maculatum oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pogostemon cablin oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil

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Key ingredients	gluconolactone betaine +3 more	Common: gluconolactone betaine +3 more Other:	Common: gluconolactone camellia sinensis leaf extract +1 more Other: helianthus annuus seed oil hyaluronic acid +4 more	Common: gluconolactone camellia sinensis leaf extract +1 more Other: salicylic acid 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid +3 more	Common: gluconolactone camellia sinensis leaf extract +1 more Other: chondrus crispus extract isomalt +4 more	Common: gluconolactone glycerin Other:	Common: gluconolactone glycerin Other: hamamelis virginiana extract	Common: gluconolactone camellia sinensis leaf extract +1 more Other: chondrus crispus extract sodium hyaluronate +1 more	Common: gluconolactone glycerin Other: avena sativa kernel extract camellia sinensis extract +3 more	Common: gluconolactone glycerin Other: salicylic acid kaolin	Common: gluconolactone glycerin Other: allantoin
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM
Potential Irritants	citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil Has skin benefit? lavandula angustifolia oil Has skin benefit? +13 more	citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil Has skin benefit? rosa damascena extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	cinnamomum camphora wood oil Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium dulcis oil Has skin benefit? +10 more	hamamelis virginiana extract Has skin benefit? calendula officinalis flower extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	citrus grandis peel oil Has skin benefit? equisetum arvense extract Has skin benefit? +5 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? rosa centifolia flower water Has skin benefit? +12 more	rosa damascena flower extract Has skin benefit? hamamelis virginiana extract Has skin benefit? +4 more	phenethyl alcohol Has skin benefit? gluconolactone Has skin benefit? +2 more	parfum Has skin benefit? hamamelis virginiana extract Has skin benefit? +4 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? rosa damascena extract Has skin benefit? +5 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? rosa damascena flower water Has skin benefit? +3 more
All ingredients	aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? houttuynia cordata extract Has skin benefit? +25 more	aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? houttuynia cordata extract Has skin benefit? +27 more	aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? unknown Has skin benefit? +30 more	camellia sinensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? glycereth-26 Has skin benefit? +27 more	aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +22 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis extract Has skin benefit? +7 more	water Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf powder Has skin benefit? +10 more	aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +19 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +18 more	water Has skin benefit? rosa damascena flower water Has skin benefit? +10 more

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Moisturizing

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Anti-aging

Evens skin tone

Exfoliation

Anti-oxidation

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