Cream Co. BHA/PHA Niacinamide Toner Versus Good Molecules Glycolic Exfoliating Toner
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.
Ingredient Info
Cream Co. BHA/PHA Niacinamide Toner 15 ingredients
Good Molecules Glycolic Exfoliating Toner 22 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
Click on any of the items below to learn more
Cream Co. BHA/PHA Niacinamide Toner 15 ingredients
Good Molecules Glycolic Exfoliating Toner 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Inulin
Skin ConditioningFructose
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Propanediol
SolventSodium Citrate
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Whey Filtrate
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Tricholoma Matsutake Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Cicer Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingRhododendron Chrysanthum Leaf Extract
MaskingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycolic Acid, Propanediol, Sodium Citrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Whey Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Tricholoma Matsutake Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Cicer Seed Extract, Rhododendron Chrysanthum Leaf Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Ingredients 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 WaterPentylene 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 GlycolNiacinamide 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 NiacinamideSalicylic 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 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
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these products.
When to use
Cream Co. BHA/PHA Niacinamide Toner 15 ingredients
Good Molecules Glycolic Exfoliating Toner 22 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Cream Co. BHA/PHA Niacinamide Toner 15 ingredients
Used it twice two weeks apart. Both times I got red patches all over my face. I’m probably allergic to something in it.
Good Molecules Glycolic Exfoliating Toner 22 ingredients
Harsh for sensitive skin. Used this toner on a patch of clogged pores and saw improvement over time. I never use on my entire face as I have sensitive skin and this product burned in those areas. Used every 3 days.
