Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner versus Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on March 06, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free toners. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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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
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner 27 ingredients
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads 58 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
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
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner 27 ingredients
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads 58 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner 27 ingredients
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads 58 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Glycereth-26 • Squalane • Sorbitan Oleate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Honey • Saccharomyces/Honey Ferment Filtrate • Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid • Beta-Glucan • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Propolis Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Xanthan Gum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tetrasodium EDTA • Chlorphenesin • Benzoic Acid • Sorbic Acid
Water • Hamamelis Virginiana Water • Propanediol • Glycerin • Polysorbate 20 • Sodium PCA • Lactobacillus Ferment • Niacinamide • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Lactococcus Ferment Lysate • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Beta Vulgaris Root Extract • Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract • Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Carum Carvi Seed Oil • Citrus Aurantifolia Oil • Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice • Inulin • Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Pelargonium Graveolens Extract • Lactic Acid • Rosa Damascena Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Mentha Piperita Oil • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Phytic Acid • Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Mentha Viridis Extract • Peumus Boldus Leaf Extract • Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract • Lactobacillus • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract • Butylene Glycol • Citric Acid • Maltodextrin • Sodium Benzoate • Gluconic Acid • Yeast Extract • Lauryl Glucoside • Sodium Chloride • Xanthan Gum • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Citrate • Menthyl Lactate • Decyl Glucoside • Caprylyl Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Benzoic Acid • 1,2-Hexanediol
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterFirst Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads 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 GlycerinFirst Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads 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.
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads contains this as ingredient number 56.
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.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideFirst Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads contains this as ingredient number 50.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateFirst Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner contains this as ingredient number 14.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads contains this as ingredient number 49.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateFirst Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads contains this as ingredient number 43.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidFirst Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner contains this as ingredient number 17.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads contains this as ingredient number 41.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumFirst Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads contains this as ingredient number 48.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidFirst Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner contains this as ingredient number 27.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads contains this as ingredient number 57.
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First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner 27 ingredients
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads 58 ingredients
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First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner 27 ingredients
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads 58 ingredients
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First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Wild Oat Hydrating Toner 27 ingredients
good ‘milky toner’
this toner has that ‘milky’ look and feel similar to a lot of Korean toners like the Tonymoly Ceramide one (and probably the I’m From rice toner, which i haven’t tried). this is not the most hydrating toner ever, but...
good ‘milky toner’
this toner has that ‘milky’ look and feel similar to a lot of Korean toners like the Tonymoly Ceramide one (and probably the I’m From rice toner, which i haven’t tried). this is not the most hydrating toner ever, but it does what a simple toner should do, which is to prep the skin. it’s also priced well compared to most other toners at sephora and ulta.
Tula Skincare Balancing Act Purifying Toner & pH Balancing Toner Pads 58 ingredients
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