Bhumi Resurface Mild Exfoliating Toner Versus Teratu Beauty PHA Gentle Exfoliating Toner
Updated on December 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA, hyaluronic acid and 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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Bhumi Resurface Mild Exfoliating Toner 34 ingredients
Teratu Beauty PHA Gentle Exfoliating Toner 19 ingredients
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Bhumi Resurface Mild Exfoliating Toner 34 ingredients
Teratu Beauty PHA Gentle Exfoliating Toner 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Amylopectin
Glycerin
Humectant
Dextrin
AbsorbentGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTriethanolamine
BufferingHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventParfum
Masking
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingAngelica Archangelica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPsidium Guajava Leaf Extract
AstringentOpuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tetrasodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Rosa Rugosa Flower Oil
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Amylopectin, Glycerin, Dextrin, Glycolic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Lactic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Triethanolamine, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Sodium Hydroxide, Aminomethyl Propanol, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Ceramide 3, Propanediol, Parfum, Menthyl Lactate, Angelica Archangelica Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Allantoin, Tetrasodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Rosa Rugosa Flower Oil, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventSalicylic Acid
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Amylopectin
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDextrin
AbsorbentNiacinamide
Smoothing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sea Water
HumectantAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningIngredients 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 WaterSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWe don't have a description for Amylopectin yet.
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 GlycerinDextrin is used to thicken a product and helps bind ingredients together. It is created from starch and glycogen.
As an emulsifier, dextrin prevents ingredients from separating. This helps elongate a product's shelf life.
Studies show coating UV filters with dextrin prevents these ingredients from being absorbed. This helps UV ingredients last longer on the skin.
Learn more about DextrinXanthan 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 GumNiacinamide 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 NiacinamidePropanediol 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 PropanediolAllantoin 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 AllantoinPhenoxyethanol 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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