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Last updated on February 09, 2024. Published on January 12, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Facial Treatment American Brand United States
Toner French Brand France

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial 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 Skin Rescue Acne Clearing Pads with White Clay

Starts at $15.00
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Buy Effaclar Face Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula

Starts at $16.99

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
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

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Notable Ingredients

AHA
BHA

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin (2)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying (3)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating (5)
Rosacea (5)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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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First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Acne Clearing Pads with White Clay contains this as ingredient number 1.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Face Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula contains this as ingredient number 2.

2
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Acne Clearing Pads with White Clay contains this as ingredient number 3.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Face Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula contains this as ingredient number 8.

3
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

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First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Acne Clearing Pads with White Clay contains this as ingredient number 4.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Face Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
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.

First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Acne Clearing Pads with White Clay contains this as ingredient number 9.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Face Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula contains this as ingredient number 15.

5
What it does: Cleansing
Community Rating: Mixed

Capryloyl Glycine is created by adding an acyl group to glycine and caprylic acid chloride.

It is a cleanser due to its surfactant properties. Surfactants help dirt, oil, and other polluants be more easily rinsed away. According to manufacturers, Capryloyl Glycine also helps soften the skin and regulate sebum production.

Emerging studies show Capryloyl Glycine may inhibit hair growth. It may also cause allergies for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions about this ingredient.

Learn more about Capryloyl Glycine

First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Acne Clearing Pads with White Clay contains this as ingredient number 16.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Face Toner Clarifying Solution with Medicated Formula contains this as ingredient number 7.

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

33% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
30% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet
41% are loved or liked
18% have mixed ratings
35% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

Usage

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