Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner versus Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic .
Last updated on February 21, 2024. Published on March 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, 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.
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Ingredient Info
Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner 18 ingredients
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic 30 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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is 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 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner 18 ingredients
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic 30 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner 18 ingredients
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic 30 ingredients
Water • Niacinamide • Glycerin • Inulin • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Allantoin • Butylene Glycol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Phenoxyethanol • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water • Rosmarinus Officinalis Water • Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Beta-Glucan • Caprylyl Glycol
Water • Propanediol • Glycereth-26 • Salicylic Acid • Tranexamic Acid • Dimethyl Isosorbide • Cyclodextrin • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate • Lecithin • Oryza Sativa Lees Extract • Xanthan Gum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Butylene Glycol • Sclerotium Gum • 1,2-Hexanediol • Pullulan • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hydroxide • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Phenoxyethanol • Buteth-3 • Hydroxyacetophenone • Sodium Metabisulfite • Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate • Tributyl Citrate • Potassium Sorbate • Silica • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid
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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 WaterMedik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic contains this as ingredient number 14.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceMedik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic contains this as ingredient number 8.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 SorbateMedik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic contains this as ingredient number 27.
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 BenzoateMedik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner contains this as ingredient number 14.
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic contains this as ingredient number 29.
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.
Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic contains this as ingredient number 13.
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.
Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic contains this as ingredient number 16.
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Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner 18 ingredients
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic 30 ingredients
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Medik8 Daily Refresh Balancing Toner 18 ingredients
Medik8 Press and Clear Tonic 30 ingredients
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