COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C (ABC) Daily Toner Versus Secret Key Starting Treatment Rose Ampoule
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C (ABC) Daily Toner 16 ingredients
Secret Key Starting Treatment Rose Ampoule 24 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C (ABC) Daily Toner 16 ingredients
Secret Key Starting Treatment Rose Ampoule 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientHylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Water
AstringentPyrus Malus Fruit Water
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEthyl Hexanediol
SolventSodium Lactate
BufferingWater
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Betaine Salicylate
Antimicrobial
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-26
HumectantRosa Centifolia Flower Water
Skin ConditioningMethyl Gluceth-20
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventGlyceryl Polyacrylate
Arginine
Masking
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Water, Glycereth-26, Rosa Centifolia Flower Water, Methyl Gluceth-20, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Arginine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Adenosine, Sodium Polyacrylate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Citral, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-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
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 WaterAdenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineIngredient Ratings
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When to use
COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C (ABC) Daily Toner 16 ingredients
Secret Key Starting Treatment Rose Ampoule 24 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C (ABC) Daily Toner 16 ingredients
Gentle but seems to be working. I’ve been using it for around 2 weeks and it seems to be good at drying out and minimising ccs. Super lightweight and absorbs fast. No irritation when applying more than 1 layer.
It’s my every other day toner. Fungal acne safe and visibly reduces the look of large pores just after a few uses. Would probably purchase again
