Mediheal Tea Tree Biome Blemish Cica Pad Versus Aestura A-Cica 365 Calming Hydro Toner
Updated on June 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain PHA and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Mediheal Tea Tree Biome Blemish Cica Pad 56 ingredients
Aestura A-Cica 365 Calming Hydro Toner 17 ingredients
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Mediheal Tea Tree Biome Blemish Cica Pad 56 ingredients
Aestura A-Cica 365 Calming Hydro Toner 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
Antimicrobial
Lactobacillus
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningGlucose
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
4-Terpineol
MaskingHyacinthus Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Fructooligosaccharides
HumectantSodium Citrate
BufferingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
BufferingCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientBorago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
AstringentEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSalvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicOrthosiphon Stamineus Extract
Skin ConditioningGossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningDiglycerin
HumectantFructose
HumectantPropanediol
SolventAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentDipropylene Glycol
MaskingAlpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingChamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningAlthaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCutibacterium Granulosum Ferment Extract Filtrate
EmollientCaffeine
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water, Lactobacillus, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Madecassoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Glucose, Pentylene Glycol, Panthenol, 4-Terpineol, Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Fructooligosaccharides, Sodium Citrate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Allantoin, Tromethamine, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Gluconolactone, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Orthosiphon Stamineus Extract, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract, Diglycerin, Fructose, Propanediol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol, Maltodextrin, Dipropylene Glycol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Cutibacterium Granulosum Ferment Extract Filtrate, Caffeine, Xanthan Gum, Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventPolyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Phytosterols
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
1,2-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
Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.
One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.
Learn more about MadecassosidePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate is an ester of lauric acid and Polyglycerin-10.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate is a cleansing agent and emulsifier. It helps gather dirt, oil, and other pollutants to be rinsed away. As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating, such as oil and water.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateTromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
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 TromethamineGluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This improves texture and brightens the skin.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.
This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
Learn more about GluconolactoneEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolTocopherol (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.
Learn more about TocopherolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAIngredient Ratings
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