Kiehl's Milk-Peel Gentle Exfoliating Toner Versus Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Refining Dream Toner
Updated on February 14, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Kiehl's Milk-Peel Gentle Exfoliating Toner 26 ingredients
Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Refining Dream Toner 30 ingredients
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Kiehl's Milk-Peel Gentle Exfoliating Toner 26 ingredients
Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Refining Dream Toner 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSqualane
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Coceth Sulfate
Cleansing
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Tromethamine
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Limonene
Perfuming
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientAnthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSilybum Marianum Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Water, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, PEG-40 Glyceryl Cocoate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Coceth Sulfate, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Adenosine, Limonene, Caprylyl Glycol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Silybum Marianum Extract, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Lactic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventSuccinic Acid
BufferingGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPolyglycerin-3
HumectantNelumbo Nucifera Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Persica Leaf Extract
EmollientCitrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Cystoseira Tamariscifolia Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSodium Polyglutamate
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Succinic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyglycerin-3, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract, Prunus Persica Leaf Extract, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Cystoseira Tamariscifolia Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Parfum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Polyglutamate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Phytate, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Metabisulfite, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene
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 WaterThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride1,2-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
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
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Kiehl's Milk-Peel Gentle Exfoliating Toner 26 ingredients
Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Refining Dream Toner 30 ingredients
