Kiehl's Rare Earth Pore Refining Tonic Versus Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe toners. They have a total of 2 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 common allergens, oils, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Kiehl's Rare Earth Pore Refining Tonic 16 ingredients
Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner 12 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Kiehl's Rare Earth Pore Refining Tonic 16 ingredients
Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner 12 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventSilica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Kaolin
Abrasive
Zinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Flour
Abrasive
Menthoxypropanediol
Masking
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
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 ConditioningIngredients 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 WaterAllantoin 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 Rare Earth Pore Refining Tonic 16 ingredients
Kiehl's Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol Free Toner 12 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Kiehl's Rare Earth Pore Refining Tonic 16 ingredients
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.
