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Updated on December 19, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

Free From

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

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Hydrinity Hyacyn Active Purifying Mist
SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser for Acne

Ingredient Info

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Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Hyacyn Active Purifying Mist
Hypochlorous Acid Antiseborrhoeic

Hypochlorous Acid is created from dissolving chlorine in water. It is a weak acid that has antimicrobial properties. Due to its ability to kill bacteria, it can be used to treat acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns or questions.

Sodium Chloride Masking
Can worsen Dry Skin IconBad for Acne Prone Skin IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon
3 Concerns

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

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Paraffin Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Fragrance IconMay worsen Oily Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon
FragranceFragrance Icon 2 Concerns

Paraffin is a solid created from petroleum. The term 'paraffin' can also refer to either petroleum Jelly or mineral oil.

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Laureth-7 Emulsifying

Laureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.

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Polyacrylamide

Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.

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Sodium Hydroxide Buffering

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.

Chlorphenesin Antimicrobial, Preservative
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Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.

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Caprylyl Glycol Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

Phenoxyethanol Preservative
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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.

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Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser for Acne
Hypochlorous Acid Antiseborrhoeic

Hypochlorous Acid is created from dissolving chlorine in water. It is a weak acid that has antimicrobial properties. Due to its ability to kill bacteria, it can be used to treat acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns or questions.

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Antiseborrhoeic
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Hypochlorous Acid is created from dissolving chlorine in water. It is a weak acid that has antimicrobial properties. Due to its ability to kill bacteria, it can be used to treat acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns or questions.

Hypochlorous Acid naturally exists in our bodies. It is created by white blood cells to protect us from infections and bacteria.

Ingredient Ratings

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Hyacyn Active Purifying Mist
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Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser for Acne
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When to use

10 Routines
50% use in am
50% use in pm
100% use every day
83 Routines
57% use in am
43% use in pm
89% use every day
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Reviews

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Hydrinity Hyacyn Active Purifying Mist 9 ingredients

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SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser for Acne 1 ingredient

5.0 /5
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Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Light Scent (1) Works Well (1)
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Ceraco

4 months ago · Combination Skin
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I’ve seen a great improvement in my skin after the first couple uses. Just an fyi, since hypochlorous acid is chlorine dissolved in water, it does...

I’ve seen a great improvement in my skin after the first couple uses. Just an fyi, since hypochlorous acid is chlorine dissolved in water, it does have a choline smell, but when it dries, the smell goes away.