COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad Versus Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner
Updated on November 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad 14 ingredients
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner 21 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad 14 ingredients
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner 21 ingredients
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Allantoin 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 AllantoinSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad 14 ingredients
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner 21 ingredients

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