Aromatica LIVELY SuperBarrier Hyaluronic Acid Toner Versus Auteur Definitive Lifting Toner
Updated on February 12, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Aromatica LIVELY SuperBarrier Hyaluronic Acid Toner 24 ingredients
Auteur Definitive Lifting Toner 33 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Aromatica LIVELY SuperBarrier Hyaluronic Acid Toner 24 ingredients
Auteur Definitive Lifting Toner 33 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientIllicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Hydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingInulin
Skin ConditioningCellulose
AbsorbentGlucose
HumectantFructose
HumectantWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Madecassoside, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Ceramide NP, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Inulin, Cellulose, Glucose, Fructose
Water
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMaltooligosyl Glucoside
Skin ConditioningDimethyl Sulfone
SolventInulin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantSorbitol
Humectant
Fructose
HumectantPropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientRosmarinyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Tripleurospermum Maritimum Extract
Skin ProtectingSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialPaeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Dipeptide-28 D-Serine Dipeptide-7 Palmitamide
Skin Conditioning
Gold
Cosmetic ColorantPolyvinyl Alcohol
Acetyl Norleucyl Dipeptide-54 D-Phenylalanyl Dipeptide-25 Amide
Skin Protecting
Sh-Hexapeptide-6 Sp Amide
Antioxidant
Glutathione
Water, Pentylene Glycol, Maltooligosyl Glucoside, Dimethyl Sulfone, Inulin, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Saccharide Isomerate, Sorbitol, Fructose, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Rosmarinyl Glucoside, Tripleurospermum Maritimum Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sorbic Acid, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Ascorbic Acid, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-28 D-Serine Dipeptide-7 Palmitamide, Gold, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Acetyl Norleucyl Dipeptide-54 D-Phenylalanyl Dipeptide-25 Amide, Sh-Hexapeptide-6 Sp Amide, Glutathione
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 Water1,2-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
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolPropanediol 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.
Learn more about PropanediolSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a type of hyaluronic acid. In fact, it is modified version of hyaluronic acid.
The structure of Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer allows it to stay in the skin's top layer for a longer period of time. This allows for even more hydration and humectant action than hyaluronic acid.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumInulin is a polysaccharide (carbohydrate) with prebiotic and antioxidant properties.
The majority of inulin is extracted from chicory, but can also be obtained from other plants such as garlic, onion, asparagus, and sugarcane.
Studies show inulin may help with controlling your skin's natural microbiota when applied topically.
The antioxidant potential of inulin varies depending on the source.
Learn more about InulinIngredient Ratings
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