COSRX Hydrium Watery Toner Versus Glowinc Potion Maintain+ Nutrient Skin Essence Toner
Updated on March 30, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 5 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, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
COSRX Hydrium Watery Toner 13 ingredients
Glowinc Potion Maintain+ Nutrient Skin Essence Toner 20 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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COSRX Hydrium Watery Toner 13 ingredients
Glowinc Potion Maintain+ Nutrient Skin Essence Toner 20 ingredients
Benefits
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Terminalia Bellerica Fruit Water
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Glutathione
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMethyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Terminalia Bellerica Fruit Water, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Glutathione, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sodium Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Ceramide EOP
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 Glycerin1,2-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
Pentylene 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 GlycolHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Ingredient Ratings
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COSRX Hydrium Watery Toner 13 ingredients
Glowinc Potion Maintain+ Nutrient Skin Essence Toner 20 ingredients
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COSRX Hydrium Watery Toner 13 ingredients
This hydrates my skin very well and gives that “glass skin” look. It doesn’t feel sticky and absorbs quickly. But something in this is breaking me out, no idea which ingredient is the culprit. Gives me tiny pimples in different areas of my face each day I use it. I’m disappointed because it seems like a great product for those with sensitive acne prone skin like myself, but my skin just doesn’t Show more
This is so hydrating and great for my combination sensitive skin! It’s also way better than the isntree ultra low molecular toner in terms of hydration and results it provides. This toner did not make my face burn nor red in fact it calmed down my redness and provided me with a great amount of hydration, I also noticed how my makeup base was a lot more flawless than before. Not to mention this Show more
