Yes to Glow-Boosting Exfoliating Tonic 10% Fruit Acids
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ExfoliationLactic acid, Glycolic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“Glow-Boosting Exfoliating Tonic 10% Fruit Acids”
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, lactic acid.
Evens skin toneLactic acid, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“What’s more, Glycolic Acid supercharges this exfoliating effect, combatting hyperpigmentation and refining the skin's surface to leave a more even tone and texture.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, lactic 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 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 the brand mentions · Lactic acid, Glycolic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“Grapefruit naturally packed with antioxidants to help skin appear brighter and more even. . Fruit Acids AHAs + BHAs natural exfoliators help skin appear retexturized, smooth and brighter. . Lactic Acid (AHA) a gentler, exfoliating AHA to help keep skin soft all day. . Glycolic Acid (AHA)a chemical exfoliant that penetrates skin deeply, helping skin feel firmer while minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. . Willow Bark Extract (BHA) used in many skin treatments, it helps clear pores and brighten skin.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: lactic 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.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Lactic acid, Saccharum officinarum extract + 7 moreWorks
“Rinse off face and pat dry.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": anhydroxylitol, 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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceWater~12–17%
Lactic acid~4.6–6.8%
- 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~3.5–5.3%
- 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 acidSodium hydroxide~2.5–3.8%
Propanediol~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractSaccharum officinarum extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractAcer saccharum extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractCitric acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateCitrus paradisi fruit extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus grandis fruit water~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSalix alba bark extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractHordeum vulgare seed extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract. It might contain compounds that help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Hordeum vulgare seed extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.2–0.7%
- 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 extractAllantoin~0.15–0.65%
- 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 AllantoinXylitylglucoside~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideAnhydroxylitol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolXylitol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolGlycerin~0.2–0.75%
- 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 gluconate~0.15–0.7%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%
Parfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Water, Lactic acid, Glycolic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Propanediol, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Acer saccharum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Citric acid, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Citrus grandis fruit water, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Salix alba bark extract, Hordeum vulgare seed extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Allantoin, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Glycerin, Sodium gluconate, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Limonene
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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.
| Yes toGlow-Boosting Exfoliating Tonic 10% Fruit AcidsYOUR PRODUCT | Geek GorgeousSmooth Out | Beauty DropsAHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling | HanskinHyaluron Exfoliating AHA Treatment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 55% | 52% |
| Price | — | $12.80 | — | $27.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 4Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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