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I'm from Rice Toner Versus BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner

Toner
Toner
Korean Brand South Korea
British Brand United Kingdom

Updated on April 15, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing

Free From

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

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

Ingredient Info

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I'm from Rice Toner 18 ingredients

BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner 29 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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I'm from Rice Toner 18 ingredients

BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner 29 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning

Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.

This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 Water
Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.

Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.

Learn more about Butylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning

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.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse. 

It is a:

  • Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
  • Emollient, helping to soften skin
  • Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
  • Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives 

When to use

I'm from Rice Toner 18 ingredients

BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner 29 ingredients

3,398 Routines
50% use in am
50% use in pm
96% use every day
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1,351 Routines
51% use in am
49% use in pm
95% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

I'm from Rice Toner 18 ingredients

3.5 /5
from 64 ratings
Hydrating (28) Absorbs Well (24) Light (20)
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Clover

1 year ago
Review

Light but moisturizing
I now understand the praise this product has received because now it is one of my favorites too! The consistency is more on the watery side, so I was surprised that not only is this product hydrating, but moisturizing as well because it is very effective at locking in that hydration. This toner is able to accomplish this without feeling too heavy on the face. I also noticed Show more

#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well
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Amanda Rup

9 months ago
Review

- hydrating
- made me break out

#broke me out
#irritating
#doesn't work

BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner 29 ingredients

4.1 /5
from 11 ratings
Hydrating (9) Absorbs Well (8) Works Well (7)
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Morgan Wilkins

6 months ago
Review

Honestly, I wanted to love this product. It did help with redness and hydration. But I fear this was part of my face feeling a burning sensation when I added moisturizer on top of it…

#hydrating
#irritating
#light
#absorbs well
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Kassia

3 months ago
Review

I was wary of trying this, as I absolutely despise BYOMA’s brightening toner, but I was pleasantly surprised. Definitely worth all the Internet hype, especially considering how cost effective it is compared to most other milky toners. Quite light and immediately hydrating. This is definitely going to be my staple winter toner.

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well