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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Isntree Comfortable Magnesium Toner versus Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on April 12, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe toners. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin

Free From

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

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Toner South Korean Brand South Korea
Toner 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.

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.

Price

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Starts at $15.09
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Starts at $6.08

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
ph level
5.5

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (3)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)
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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, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Isntree Comfortable Magnesium Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.

Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Isntree Comfortable Magnesium Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.

Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.

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.

Isntree Comfortable Magnesium Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.

Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.

Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.

Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.

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Isntree Comfortable Magnesium Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.

Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.

5
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

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Isntree Comfortable Magnesium Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.

Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.

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

44% are loved or liked
22% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
67% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
13% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Isntree Comfortable Magnesium Toner 9 ingredients

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Etude House Soon Jung pH 5.5 Relief Toner 15 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 9 reviews
MilaSajovec's Avatar'
Nov 29, 2023

My favorite toner!! I have eczema and this toner is perfect. Very soothing and calms my skin down, while also helping to hydrate my dry skin. The perfect toner for my dry and sensitive skin!

My favorite toner!! I have eczema and this toner is perfect. Very soothing and calms my skin down, while also helping to hydrate my dry skin. The perfect toner for my dry and sensitive skin!

Great Value
Hydrating
Light
Absorbs Well
Works Well
CourtneyChristopher's Avatar'
Apr 8, 2024

Lightweight, non irritating and simple yet effective

Lightweight, non irritating and simple yet effective

Great Value
Hydrating
Light
Absorbs Well
No Scent
Works Well
Aquila's Avatar'
Jan 5, 2022

Gentle and soothing
The best toner I have found for ultra-sensitive skin. Goes on like water and instantly absorbs, leaving calm, refreshed, and soothed skin. Those who don't have sensitive skin can still benefit from this toner, as it...

Gentle and soothing
The best toner I have found for ultra-sensitive skin. Goes on like water and instantly absorbs, leaving calm, refreshed, and soothed skin. Those who don't have sensitive skin can still benefit from this toner, as it helps balance out skin tone and texture to boot.

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