Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner versus Blanc Nature Cica Toner .
Last updated on December 19, 2023. Published on March 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 20 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, BHA and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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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
MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner 47 ingredients
Blanc Nature Cica Toner 39 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Oil Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
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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 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 🎉
Vegan
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Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner 47 ingredients
Blanc Nature Cica Toner 39 ingredients
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MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner 47 ingredients
Blanc Nature Cica Toner 39 ingredients
Water • Dipropylene Glycol • Methylpropanediol • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Centella Asiatica Extract • Madecassoside • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • Madecassic Acid • Panthenol • Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract • Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Citric Acid • Lactic Acid • Butylene Glycol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Collagen Extract • Betaine • Allantoin • Adenosine • Salicylic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Caprylyl Glycol • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate • Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Ceteth-20 • Steareth-20 • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Carbomer • Tromethamine • CI 42090 • CI 19140 • Parfum
Centella Asiatica Extract 86% • BHA • Centella Asiatica Leaf Water • Butylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Niacinamide • Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate • Sodium Citrate • Allantoin • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Gluconolactone • Lactic Acid • Adenosine • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Water • Citric Acid • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Tromethamine • Malic Acid • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water • Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract • Houttuynia Cordata Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Betaine Salicylate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract • Pueraria Lobata Root Extract • Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract • Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
This ingredient is created by fermenting soybean extract with the bacteria, lactobacillus.
Some studies have shown it to have antioxidant properties. One study found this ingredient to have stronger properties than non-fermented soybean extract.
Another study found in increase of isoflavones, amino acids, and peptides in fermented soy milk.
Learn more about Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment ExtractMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 36.
Salix Alba Bark Extract comes from the white willow tree, which is native to Europe and Central Asia.
Salix Alba Bark Extract has often been described as salicylic acid's cousin. This is due to the salicin it contains. However, studies are limited showing salix alba bark to be an effective salicylic acid alternative.
Salicin does have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It has shown to decrease the formation of inflammatory mediators, such as tumor necrosis factor-α and nuclear factor-kappa B. Salicin also has a mildly exfoliating effect on the skin.
Several other components in salix alba bark extract also contain antioxidant properties, such as flavonoids and polyphenols. Antioxidants may help with anti-aging as they neutralize harmful free-radical molecules.
Willow Bark extract has been used for thousands of years. Ancient civilizations used white willow to help treat pain and fevers.
Learn more about Salix Alba Bark ExtractMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 24.
We don't have a description for Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract.
MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 14.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 32.
We don't have a description for Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract.
MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 27.
We don't have a description for Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract.
MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 25.
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.
In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.
In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung and hypertension.
Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 17.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 22.
Portulaca Oleracea Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Purslane, Portulaca oleracea L., Portulacaceae. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.
Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.
Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.
Nowadays, it is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.
Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea ExtractMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 18.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 33.
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 AcidMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 19.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 17.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 20.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 21.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Allantoin 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 AllantoinMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 25.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 26.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 14.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 30.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 11.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
MEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 31.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Caprylyl 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 GlycolMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 33.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 34.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineMEDI-PEEL Phyto Cica-nol B5 AHA BHA Vitamin Calming Toner contains this as ingredient number 44.
Blanc Nature Cica Toner contains this as ingredient number 19.
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