Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner Versus Boots Everyday Cucumber Face Wash
Updated on March 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens
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Ingredient Info
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner 21 ingredients
Boots Everyday Cucumber Face Wash 33 ingredients
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Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner 21 ingredients
Boots Everyday Cucumber Face Wash 33 ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium PCA
HumectantSodium Benzoate
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Glucose
HumectantCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningCamphor
Masking
Urtica Dioica Extract
AstringentEquisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentBetula Alba Leaf Extract
AstringentCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
CI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Water, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium PCA, Sodium Benzoate, Allantoin, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Glucose, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Camphor, Urtica Dioica Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Betula Alba Leaf Extract, CI 19140, Potassium Sorbate, CI 14700, CI 42090, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tetrasodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingHexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Sorbitol
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientDenatonium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Benzoic Acid
Masking
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Benzyl Alcohol, Glycol Distearate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Laureth-4, Sodium Benzoate, Dipropylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Sodium Citrate, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Parfum, Retinyl Palmitate, Disodium Phosphate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Sorbitol, Sodium Hydroxide, Limonene, Linalool, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Denatonium Benzoate, Tocopherol, Benzoic Acid, CI 19140, CI 42090
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 GlycolSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateThis extract comes from cucumber. Cucumbers are mostly made up of water (95%), and the other 5% is composed of: vitamin C, caffeic acid, fatty acids, amino acids, and other minerals.
Cucumbers have anti-inflammatory, barrier repair, and hydrating properties.
They contain shikimate dehydrigenase, an enzyme shown to help reduce inflammation and soothe the skin.
The amino acids found in cucumbers help nourish our skin's natural acid mantle (it's an important part of our skin barrier). This slightly acidic film acts as a barrier to protect us from bacteria, viruses, and other contaminants.
Unless you have an allergy to cucumbers, this is generally a non-irritating ingredient.
Fun fact: Cucumis Sativus is native to South Asia and can now be found on every continent.
Learn more about Cucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractCI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
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.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner 21 ingredients
Boots Everyday Cucumber Face Wash 33 ingredients
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Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner 21 ingredients
Good doesn’t irritate
Boots Everyday Cucumber Face Wash 33 ingredients
I have a weird relationship with this cleanser, I think my skin reacts differently every time I use it. Mostly I’d say it’s fine, smells nice, feels nice when I’m using it, sometimes leaves my skin really soft and clean, but the rest of the time seems to give my skin a lot more texture and barely cleanses at all. I have no idea why it happens, it seems to be down to whether or not it wants to Show more
