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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 Idealove So Soothe Me Green Tea Toner .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on July 31, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe toners. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, 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 $14.32

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)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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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.

Idealove So Soothe Me Green Tea Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.

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

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.

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Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 3.

Idealove So Soothe Me Green Tea Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.

Idealove So Soothe Me Green Tea Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.

One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.

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Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 11.

Idealove So Soothe Me Green Tea Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.

5
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.

Idealove So Soothe Me Green Tea Toner contains this as ingredient number 3.

6
What it does: Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent, Emollient, Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.

Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.

Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.

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Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.

Idealove So Soothe Me Green Tea Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.

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
80% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
0% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

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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.

Idealove So Soothe Me Green Tea Toner 15 ingredients

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