Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner versus Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner .
Published on April 26, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe toners. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Toner
Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.
Toner
Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.
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Ingredient Info
Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner 18 ingredients
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner 17 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner 18 ingredients
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner 17 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner 18 ingredients
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner 17 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Polysorbate 20 • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Phenoxyethanol • Disodium EDTA • Chlorphenesin • Saponins • Parfum • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Tromethamine • Benzyl Benzoate • Linalool • Hexyl Cinnamal • Hydroxycitronellal • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract • Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract
Water • Polysorbate 20 • Glycerin • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Phenoxyethanol • Disodium EDTA • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Chlorphenesin • Linalool • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Saponins • Tromethamine • Geraniol • Parfum • Limonene • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract • Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterElemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinElemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 3.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 3.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Methyl Gluceth-20 is a humectant. Humectants help draw moisture from the air to your skin.
It is created by combining polyethylene glycol with glucose.
Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAElemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinElemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
We don't have a description for Saponins.
Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumElemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 14.
This ingredient is a preservative with antimicrobial properties. It is the sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid.
It is especially effective at preventing bacterial and fungal growth in low concentrations.
Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineElemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolElemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract.
Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner contains this as ingredient number 17.
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner contains this as ingredient number 17.
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Elemis Soothing Apricot Toner 18 ingredients
Elemis Balancing Lavender Toner 17 ingredients
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