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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner versus Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on April 21, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for 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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Toner South Korean Brand South Korea
Toner South Korean Brand South Korea

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.

Price

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Buy Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner

Starts at $6.08
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Starts at $14.29

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
ph level
5.5
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (3)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.

Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.

Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.

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Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.

Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.

Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.

Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.

5
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.

Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 14.

6
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 12.

Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

67% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
13% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
55% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
10% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner 15 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 9 reviews
MilaSajovec's Avatar'
Nov 29, 2023

My favorite toner!! I have eczema and this toner is perfect. Very soothing and calms my skin down, while also helping to hydrate my dry skin. The perfect toner for my dry and sensitive skin!

My favorite toner!! I have eczema and this toner is perfect. Very soothing and calms my skin down, while also helping to hydrate my dry skin. The perfect toner for my dry and sensitive skin!

Great Value
Hydrating
Light
Absorbs Well
Works Well
CourtneyChristopher's Avatar'
Apr 8, 2024

Lightweight, non irritating and simple yet effective

Lightweight, non irritating and simple yet effective

Great Value
Hydrating
Light
Absorbs Well
No Scent
Works Well
Aquila's Avatar'
Jan 5, 2022

Gentle and soothing
The best toner I have found for ultra-sensitive skin. Goes on like water and instantly absorbs, leaving calm, refreshed, and soothed skin. Those who don't have sensitive skin can still benefit from this toner, as it...

Gentle and soothing
The best toner I have found for ultra-sensitive skin. Goes on like water and instantly absorbs, leaving calm, refreshed, and soothed skin. Those who don't have sensitive skin can still benefit from this toner, as it helps balance out skin tone and texture to boot.

Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner 29 ingredients

4.1 /5
from 14 reviews
tttende's Avatar'
Oct 10, 2022

10 / 10
Gives a perfect glow to the skin. It always feels moisturized when using this toner compared to others. Its texture is mid-light, a little bit viscous. Has no strong smell. A little sticky, tho.
✦ Price: On the k-beauty...

10 / 10
Gives a perfect glow to the skin. It always feels moisturized when using this toner compared to others. Its texture is mid-light, a little bit viscous. Has no strong smell. A little sticky, tho.
✦ Price: On the k-beauty expensive side but it has great quality so I can't complain. No other toner can be compared to this, haven't found anything similar so I still use it to this day.
✦ Lasts 8-12 months.

Julesaus's Avatar'
Sep 14, 2023

Gentle
Gentle for the skin.

Gentle
Gentle for the skin.

ayseyavuz_504's Avatar'
Dec 27, 2023

it is unscented, hydrating and doesn't have any actives, so it's good to use with retinol and vitamin c!

it is unscented, hydrating and doesn't have any actives, so it's good to use with retinol and vitamin c!

Great Value
Hydrating
Light
Absorbs Well
No Scent

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