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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Heynature Erseongcho Toner versus Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum .

Published on June 29, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for oily skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Toner South Korean Brand South Korea
Serum 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.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

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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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Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (5)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
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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.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Houttuynia Cordata Extract is more commonly known as Heart Leaf, Fish Mint, or Chameleon plant. It is an herb native to southeast Asia and used throughout the continent. It is used in traditional cooking and medicine.

The components found in Heart Leaf give it antioxidant, hydrating, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Heart Leaf is rich in flavonoids such as quercetin, apigenin, and more. It also contains polysaccharides, the most common type of carbs in food.

Flavonoids have been shown to be effective antioxidants. They help neutralize free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are unstable molecules that may damage our skin cells and DNA. The flavonoids in Heart Leaf also help soothe the skin.

Polysaccharides are naturally found in our skin. They play a role in hydrating and repairing the top layer of skin. The polysaccharides in Heart Leaf help moisturize our skin.

Studies show decanoyl acetaldehyde, a component of Heart Leaf oil, is effective at killing bacteria.

The name 'Fish Mint' comes from the herb's natural fishy smell.

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Heynature Erseongcho Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.

Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Heynature Erseongcho Toner contains this as ingredient number 21.

Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

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.

Heynature Erseongcho Toner contains this as ingredient number 24.

Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

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

62% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
12% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet
25% are loved or liked
63% have mixed ratings
13% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Heynature Erseongcho Toner 26 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 2 ratings
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channelorange

4 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

i'm currently trying out the products from heynature, isoi and baegayul from korea and i'll be doing the reviews on these products after finishing...

i'm currently trying out the products from heynature, isoi and baegayul from korea and i'll be doing the reviews on these products after finishing them all up but let's go back to this toner. i'm glad that it's a toner mist and it's good for spraying the toner in between steps for better absorbtion. i gotta say, that this toner is nothing special... like, it's good that it has mugwort and shit but there really isn't anything outstanding about the texture, formulation of the overall toner and is similar to the toners i have in my collection. the sheet mask and clay mask from heynature on the other hand are SO much better and have even become staples in my routines. it didn't sooth, it didn't hydrate, just made me spend money on water in a spray bottle. honestly, just try it out urself but imo it's basic, similar to any other watery toner and is just as good as a facial thermal water mist - having water in a spray bottles and spraying it on ur face does the same job. i love u heynature, but c'mon. i know u can do better...

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indibrooke_942

8 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Holy Grail
I have purchased so many bottles of this. I have sensitive, eczema-prone, combination skin. I also tend to get clogged pores easily and...

Holy Grail
I have purchased so many bottles of this. I have sensitive, eczema-prone, combination skin. I also tend to get clogged pores easily and I am currently working on healing my skin barrier. This product is something I use everyday and cannot recommend it enough. After trying so many things and feeling so helpless about my skin, it was the first product that actually made me feel like it would get better. I love it and will never stop purchasing it!

Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum 8 ingredients

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