Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic versus Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner .
Last updated on February 05, 2024. Published on February 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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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.
Ingredient Info
L300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic 18 ingredients
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner 19 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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L300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic 18 ingredients
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner 19 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
L300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic 18 ingredients
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner 19 ingredients
Water • Hexylene Glycol • Glycerin • Inulin • Panthenol • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Urea • Allantoin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Butylene Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Caprylyl Glycol • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Glycyrrhetinic Acid • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate
Ribes Nigrum Fruit Water • Water • Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract • Ribes Nigrum Leaf Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Inulin • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Glycerin • Acacia Senegal Gum • Xanthan Gum • Phenethyl Alcohol • Levulinic Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed • Limonene • Linalool • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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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.
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!
Learn more about WaterL300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic contains this as ingredient number 1.
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinL300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic contains this as ingredient number 3.
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Inulin is a polysaccharide (carbohydrate) with prebiotic and antioxidant properties.
The majority of inulin is extracted from chicory, but can also be obtained from other plants such as garlic, onion, asparagus, and sugarcane.
Studies show inulin may help with controlling your skin's natural microbiota when applied topically.
The antioxidant potential of inulin varies depending on the source.
Learn more about InulinL300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic contains this as ingredient number 4.
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide is a prebiotic. It prevents harmful bacteria from growing on skin by keeping the skin's microbiome in balance.
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide also has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
L300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidL300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic contains this as ingredient number 15.
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 18.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateL300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic contains this as ingredient number 17.
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 14.
Sodium 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.
Sodium Benzoate 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 BenzoateL300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic contains this as ingredient number 18.
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
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L300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic 18 ingredients
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner 19 ingredients
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L300 Balancing Toner with Prebiotic 18 ingredients
Ekopharma Blackcurrant Soft Face Toner 19 ingredients
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