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Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad Versus The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner

Toner
Toner
Korean Brand South Korea
Canadian Brand Canada

Updated on March 27, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

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At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Solvent

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin. 

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.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-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 

When to use

1,947 Routines
36% use in am
64% use in pm
77% use every day
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1,104 Routines
21% use in am
79% use in pm
62% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad 22 ingredients

3.8 /5
from 50 ratings
Works Well (26) Hydrating (15) Light (14)
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princessmelody2010

1 year ago
Review

If you have Acne struggles, this product is for you.. this product is too perfect! Works well with my combo skin!

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well
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anniec

1 year ago
Review

I've heard nothing but good things so I'm very confused about my reaction. It broke me out so bad (especially my chin) and it wasn't just an allergic reaction or over-exfoliation, I got big juicy pimples everywhere and I have no idea why.

#broke me out

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner 42 ingredients

4.2 /5
from 20 ratings
Works Well (14) Light (13) Absorbs Well (13)
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anemone

6 months ago
Review

i’ve been using this under my arms for quite some time now, and i definitely think i notice a difference in the lightness of my underarms. now i will start using it on my arms and legs, too, to hopefully help reduce my strawberry skin. this is also very good at preventing body odor.

#great value
#light
#absorbs well
#no scent
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isob3lla

9 months ago
Review

a friend recommended this to me so i had to try. it’s good to use every now and then but personally i wouldn’t use it more than 2 times a week on my face. i mainly use this on my feet/chest/back for softer skin and a nice glow which i highly recommend !

#drying
#light
#absorbs well
#strong scent