Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Baxter of California Herbal Mint Toner versus Murad Essential-C Toner .
Published on March 08, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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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.
Ingredient Info
Baxter of California Herbal Mint Toner 40 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Toner 45 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 🎉
Contains Silicon
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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 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Baxter of California Herbal Mint Toner 40 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Toner 45 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Baxter of California Herbal Mint Toner 40 ingredients
Murad Essential-C Toner 45 ingredients
Water • Hamamelis Virginiana Water • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Polysorbate 20 • Sorbitol • Phenoxyethanol • Butylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Glycerin • Parfum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Sodium PCA • Allantoin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Lactate • Arginine • Aspartic Acid • BHT • PCA • Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Citric Acid • Glycine • Sodium Benzoate • Alanine • Serine • Valine • Potassium Sorbate • Threonine • Isoleucine • Proline • Limonene • Phenylalanine • Histidine • CI 42090 • CI 19140
Water • Butylene Glycol • Hamamelis Virginiana Water • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Sodium PCA • Betaine • Sorbitol • Glycine • Alanine • Proline • Serine • Threonine • Arginine • Lysine • Glutamic Acid • Rice Amino Acids • Zinc Aspartate • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Peg-12 Dimethicone • Phospholipids • Tocopheryl Acetate • Retinyl Palmitate • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Ascorbic Acid • Chitosan • Propyl Gallate • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract • Echinacea Purpurea Extract • Sodium Polyaspartate • Benzophenone-4 • Polyquaternium-4 • Disodium EDTA • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Limonene • Linalool • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Powder • Orange Roughy Oil • Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil • Parfum • CI 42053
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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 WaterBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water is made used distilled parts of the witch hazel plant. The witch hazel plant is native to eastern North America.
The name 'Hamamelis Virginiana Water' refers to the distillation while the name 'Witch Hazel' is used when it is an active drug ingredient. Unless it is specified to be non-alcohol, many types of witch hazel are distilled in denatured alcohol.
Witch Hazel water is an astringent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial ingredient. The tannin in witch hazel has a drying effect when used on skin and constricts proteins. This helps minimize the look of large pores. The tannins present and the fragrance may be sensitizing. The catechins in witch hazel have anti-inflammatory properties while the gallic acid is antibacterial.
Indigenous groups have used witch hazel to help treat inflammation, which was then used by early settlers to North America.
Learn more about Hamamelis Virginiana WaterBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 3.
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Baxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 35.
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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Baxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Caprylyl 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 GlycolBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 36.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 45.
Sodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid and is naturally occurring on human skin.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
Sodium PCA is a has conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCABaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 21.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTABaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 17.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 33.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 19.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 26.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 34.
Glycine is an amino acid that helps build proteins. It is already present in our skin as our bodies produce them naturally.
Glycine helps keep skin hydrated and reduce signs of aging. Amino acids help transport moisture throughout our skin; glycine already plays a role in helping keep our skin moisturized.
As collagen is made up of glycine and other amino acids, it is believed Glycine may help our skin produce more collagen. Collagen helps keep skin plump and firm.
Learn more about GlycineBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 27.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Alanine is an amino acid and is already found in the human body.
Alanine has antioxidant properties and can help with anti-aging.
Alanine is used by fibrous proteins such as collagen, elastin, and keratin. These three help make a strong skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier leads to more plump and youthful skin.
Learn more about AlanineBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 29.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.
Serine is an amino acid naturally found in our body. Our bodies use amino acids to create protein.
Amino-acids help give keep our skin hydrated. They play an important role in the skin barrier, which keeps the skin plump and firm.
Serine is a non-essential amino acid, meaning we don't need to obtain it from eating foods.
Learn more about SerineBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 30.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Threonine is an amino-acid. It helps hydrate the skin and has antioxidant benefits.
Threonine is vital for creating collagen and elastin. Collagen and elastin support youthful and firm skin. Our bodies decrease collagen production naturally with age.
Humans are not able to create threonine and must get it through eating foods such as fish, lentils, poultry, sesame seeds, and more.
Learn more about ThreonineBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 33.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Proline is an amino-acid. It helps moisturize the skin and plays an important role in creating proteins.
Proline is one of the building blocks for producing collagen. As we age, our bodies produce less collagen. Collagen helps the skin look plump and firm.
In medicine, proline is used as an osmoprotectant. This means it helps prevent oxidative degradation in other drugs.
Our bodies are able to produce proline naturally, but certain conditions may inhibit this production. In that case, proline can be obtained from eating egg whites, soy protein, dairy products, asparagus, mushrooms, and seaweed.
Learn more about ProlineBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 35.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneBaxter of California Herbal Mint Toner contains this as ingredient number 36.
Murad Essential-C Toner contains this as ingredient number 38.
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