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Medik8 Press And Glow Tonic Versus Dr. Barbara Sturm Balancing Toner

Toner
Toner
British Brand United Kingdom
German Brand Germany

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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About this product

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Benefits

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Preservative

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.

Skin Conditioning

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.

When to use

147 Routines
44% use in am
56% use in pm
84% use every day
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22 Routines
45% use in am
55% use in pm
100% use every day

Reviews

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Medik8 Press And Glow Tonic 13 ingredients

3.3 /5
from 4 ratings
Light (2) Drying (1) Expensive (1)
verenski's avatar

verenski

7 months ago
Review

Not for me! Too harsh and the price is ridiculous!

#drying
#irritating
#light
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Elsie

5 months ago
Review

There are better products out there that isn't this harsh and expensive.

#doesn't work

Dr. Barbara Sturm Balancing Toner 15 ingredients

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