Npure Cica Centella Asiatica Face Toner Versus Y.O.U Acne Plus AHA BHA PHA Daily Essence
Updated on January 31, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Npure Cica Centella Asiatica Face Toner 22 ingredients
Y.O.U Acne Plus AHA BHA PHA Daily Essence 35 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Npure Cica Centella Asiatica Face Toner 22 ingredients
Y.O.U Acne Plus AHA BHA PHA Daily Essence 35 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
10-Hydroxydecenoic Acid
Skin ConditioningCitrus Junos Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingActinidia Chinensis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningFragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Skin Extract
Antioxidant
Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract, Tranexamic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Callus Culture Extract, Salicylic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, DMDM Hydantoin, Allantoin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium EDTA, 10-Hydroxydecenoic Acid, Citrus Junos Seed Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Actinidia Chinensis Seed Extract, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera Skin Extract, Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cellulose
AbsorbentSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
EmollientAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingSaposhnikovia Divaricata Root Extract
AntimicrobialCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingIsohexadecane
EmollientSodium Salicylate
Preservative
Gastrodia Elata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAlbizia Julibrissin Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
Masking
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Masking
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Quaternium-73
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Cellulose, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Lactobionic Acid, Citric Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium EDTA, Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract, Aminomethyl Propanol, Saposhnikovia Divaricata Root Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isohexadecane, Sodium Salicylate, Gastrodia Elata Root Extract, Albizia Julibrissin Flower Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Glycolic Acid, Quaternium-73, 1,2-Hexanediol, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid
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. 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 GlycerinPeg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilDisodium 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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Npure Cica Centella Asiatica Face Toner 22 ingredients
Y.O.U Acne Plus AHA BHA PHA Daily Essence 35 ingredients
