Algenist Genius Liquid Skin Resurfacing 2% BHA Toner Versus Tatcha The Texture Tonic AHA Liquid Exfoliating Treatment
Updated on March 11, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Algenist Genius Liquid Skin Resurfacing 2% BHA Toner 27 ingredients
Tatcha The Texture Tonic AHA Liquid Exfoliating Treatment 40 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Algenist Genius Liquid Skin Resurfacing 2% BHA Toner 27 ingredients
Tatcha The Texture Tonic AHA Liquid Exfoliating Treatment 40 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventSalicylic Acid
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Collagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides
Skin ProtectingHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingRosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialMentha Piperita Extract
CleansingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Dextrin
AbsorbentAmylopectin
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhytic Acid
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Propanediol, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Collagen Amino Acids, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Azelaic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Decyl Glucoside, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Lauryl Glucoside, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Mentha Piperita Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Dextrin, Amylopectin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Phytic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Luffa Cylindrica Fruit/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Sclarea Oil
Masking
Foeniculum Vulgare Oil
Emollient
Citrus Aurantifolia Juice
CleansingEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Juice
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCymbopogon Martini Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Juice
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Crataegus Cuneata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningZiziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningBelamcanda Chinensis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningEriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-20
EmulsifyingPEG-30 Glyceryl Isostearate
PEG-50 Glyceryl Isostearate
Cleansing
Propanediol
SolventSodium Citrate
BufferingPentasodium Pentetate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Luffa Cylindrica Fruit/Leaf/Stem Extract, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Foeniculum Vulgare Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia Juice, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Juice, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Citrus Limon Juice, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Crataegus Cuneata Fruit Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Belamcanda Chinensis Root Extract, Eriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-20, PEG-30 Glyceryl Isostearate, PEG-50 Glyceryl Isostearate, Propanediol, Sodium Citrate, Pentasodium Pentetate, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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Algenist Genius Liquid Skin Resurfacing 2% BHA Toner 27 ingredients
Tatcha The Texture Tonic AHA Liquid Exfoliating Treatment 40 ingredients
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Algenist Genius Liquid Skin Resurfacing 2% BHA Toner 27 ingredients
Tatcha The Texture Tonic AHA Liquid Exfoliating Treatment 40 ingredients
got it as a sample in a tatcha gift set, have been very wary of using any AHA/BHA after being on tretinoin but this stuff helped me when my skin felt soooo dull and lifeless and clogged... idk if I can use anything else after this
