Aestura A-Cica 365 Soft Calming Mask Pad Versus COSRX Pure Fit Cica Toner Pad
Updated on September 28, 2023
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 anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Aestura A-Cica 365 Soft Calming Mask Pad 16 ingredients
COSRX Pure Fit Cica Toner Pad 21 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Aestura A-Cica 365 Soft Calming Mask Pad 16 ingredients
COSRX Pure Fit Cica Toner Pad 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Cholesterol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Mentha Aquatica Extract
TonicAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAlpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingMentha Haplocalix Extract
MaskingCentella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Mentha Aquatica Extract, Allantoin, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Alpha-Arbutin, Xanthan Gum, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, Menthyl Lactate, Mentha Haplocalix Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycerinButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene Glycol1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinMadecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.
One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.
Learn more about MadecassosideIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Aestura A-Cica 365 Soft Calming Mask Pad 16 ingredients
COSRX Pure Fit Cica Toner Pad 21 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Aestura A-Cica 365 Soft Calming Mask Pad 16 ingredients
Best pads i‘ve tried unique soothing they pack with essence gentle calm redness the essence is almost milk like texture which i luv this is hands down most underrated Korean skincare!😻😻
my second favorite toner pad of all time!! it's very soothing, hydrating and calming without irritating or hurting your skin in and way. there are no ingredients, that are standing out in any war or make the product special and/or unique which i'm kinda not liking. the pad is really gentle and shouldn't show any stripping, irritation or hurting when it's swiped across the face. there is no Show more
COSRX Pure Fit Cica Toner Pad 21 ingredients
when i first tried using toner pads instead of regular toner, the result of me using this was way better. it smoothed out my bumps making my skin look flawless. but the problem i have with toner pads, you can’t really save it. by that i mean i usually finishes a toner over 3 months per bottle. and for toner pads you usually get 90 pads and if you use it once a day for day and night it would only Show more
