Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner Versus Merle Norman AHA Toner Normal/Oily
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe toners. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner 12 ingredients
Merle Norman AHA Toner Normal/Oily 23 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner 12 ingredients
Merle Norman AHA Toner Normal/Oily 23 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMethylparaben
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialAlthaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PPG-12-Buteth-16
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingLactic Acid
Buffering
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Triethanolamine
BufferingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lactate
BufferingTetrasodium EDTA
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Disodium EDTA
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Menthol
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Water, Alcohol Denat., Butylene Glycol, PPG-12-Buteth-16, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Lactic Acid, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Triethanolamine, Propylene Glycol, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Sodium Lactate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Sodium Benzoate, Menthol, Parfum
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 WaterPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolDisodium 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.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAAllantoin 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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Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner 12 ingredients
Merle Norman AHA Toner Normal/Oily 23 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner 12 ingredients
This product doesn’t reduce my redness at all. I still use it because it leaves my skin feeling hydrated and it’s not irritating. It only becomes irritating if I apply it after I shave, which is normal.
