+ful Glycolic Acid 7% Toner Versus Luxe Organix Cica Rescue Gentle Brightening Toner
Updated on March 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
+ful Glycolic Acid 7% Toner 11 ingredients
Luxe Organix Cica Rescue Gentle Brightening Toner 23 ingredients
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About this product
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+ful Glycolic Acid 7% Toner 11 ingredients
Luxe Organix Cica Rescue Gentle Brightening Toner 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Leaf Water
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Madecassoside, Adenosine, Salicylic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Glycolic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Propolis Extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
Its main role is to remove the top layer of dead skin cells, allowing newer skin cells to emerge.
Specifically, AHAs work by breaking down the structural "glue" holding the old skin cells in place. Getting rid of the old skin cells allows skin to regenerate newer skin cells in its place. A build up of dead skin cells can lead to tired and dull looking skin.
Due to this, glycolic acid helps with:
Fun fact: Glycolic acid increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When starting glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging.
The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product. Concentrations between 5-20% glycolic acid have been shown to be effective in clinical studies.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinIngredient Ratings
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+ful Glycolic Acid 7% Toner 11 ingredients
Luxe Organix Cica Rescue Gentle Brightening Toner 23 ingredients
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+ful Glycolic Acid 7% Toner 11 ingredients
Luxe Organix Cica Rescue Gentle Brightening Toner 23 ingredients
Mild, good for sensitive skin.
