Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner versus Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner .
Last updated on July 27, 2023. Published on July 01, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Toner
Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.
Toner
Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.
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Ingredient Info
Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner 27 ingredients
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner 16 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner 27 ingredients
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner 16 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner 27 ingredients
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner 16 ingredients
Water • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Water • Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides • Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate • Dipropylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Poloxamer 184 • Phenoxyethanol • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Rheum Palmatum Root Extract • Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract • Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Perilla Ocymoides Seed Extract • Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Sodium Citrate • Disodium EDTA • Citric Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract • Cimicifuga Dahurica Root Extract • Pueraria Lobata Root Extract • Propylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterAcwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinAcwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractAcwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner contains this as ingredient number 22.
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner contains this as ingredient number 27.
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
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Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner 27 ingredients
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner 16 ingredients
Usage
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Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner 27 ingredients
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner 16 ingredients
Reviews
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Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner 16 ingredients
Vitamin C Alternative
I am allergic to everything under the sun and I don't tolerate Vitamin C very well. This product is the only Vitamin C that hasn't made me break out. I plan to try more with the 3-0 Ethyl Ascorbic Acid version, but...
Vitamin C Alternative
I am allergic to everything under the sun and I don't tolerate Vitamin C very well. This product is the only Vitamin C that hasn't made me break out. I plan to try more with the 3-0 Ethyl Ascorbic Acid version, but this is my go to in the meantime. I definitely don't have any chemical burns or sensitive reactions to this. It's my go to daily use for the summer!
Burned
This caused burning and redness immediately after applying, made my face very sensitized. Felt like I was using a strong chemical exfoliant, not sure what ingredient caused this.
Burned
This caused burning and redness immediately after applying, made my face very sensitized. Felt like I was using a strong chemical exfoliant, not sure what ingredient caused this.
Good for dullness
It didn't cause any irritation, redness, etc. Doesn't have a huge impact on dark spots or hyperpigmentation but brightens skin and makes your face look less dull.
Good for dullness
It didn't cause any irritation, redness, etc. Doesn't have a huge impact on dark spots or hyperpigmentation but brightens skin and makes your face look less dull.
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