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P.Calm Barrier Cycle Toner Versus SKIN1004 Tea-Trica Relief Ampoule

Toner
Ampoule
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on January 17, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and scar healing

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Barrier Cycle Toner

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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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Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.

Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.

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Solvent

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.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 
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.

Disodium 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.

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Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing

Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.

Studies show the compounds in centella help with:

The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.

Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

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When to use

36 Routines
47% use in am
53% use in pm
89% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

P.Calm Barrier Cycle Toner 32 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 2 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Great Value (1) Hydrating (1)
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Khim

2 months ago
Review

This is one of my holy grail, I'm a simple wash, tone, moisturize and spf am skincare person and I've tried this first in a 30 ml sample bottle when it first came out. It worked for me and I loved how it felt on my skin so I bought the full size bottle and I thought I wouldn't be able to finish it but now I finished a bottle for so long. Way before sometimes I don't even do skin care so using this Show more

#great value
#hydrating
#absorbs well
#no scent

SKIN1004 Tea-Trica Relief Ampoule 23 ingredients

4.1 /5
from 17 ratings
Absorbs Well (10) Light (8) Works Well (7)
Ericj89's avatar

Ericj89

1 year ago
Review

Texture: Like water. Very lightweight. Absorbed easily.
Scent: Light scent
Performance: Hydrate my skin. Very gentle, suitable for sensitive skin.
Pros: Maintain skin healthy in long run
Cons: No immediate soothing/calming effect on new acne.
WRP/WNRP: WNRP (Prefer BPO/BHA/Retinol for acne)

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mel

7 months ago
Review

Calms acne, pleasent non irritating scent

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well