Peach Slices Acne Exfoliating Toner Versus Olehenriksen Detox Drops 2% Salicylic Acid Toner
Updated on July 31, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Peach Slices Acne Exfoliating Toner 14 ingredients
Olehenriksen Detox Drops 2% Salicylic Acid Toner 16 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Peach Slices Acne Exfoliating Toner 14 ingredients
Olehenriksen Detox Drops 2% Salicylic Acid Toner 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningJuniperus Communis Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Methylpropanediol
SolventLactobacillus/Salix Purpurea Bark Ferment Extract
AntiseborrhoeicButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingMenthyl Lactate
MaskingLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Salicylic Acid 2%, Water, Juniperus Communis Fruit Extract, Polysorbate 20, Methylpropanediol, Lactobacillus/Salix Purpurea Bark Ferment Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Decyl Glucoside, Menthyl Lactate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Lauryl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinLactic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA). It is known for its ability to gentle exfoliate, hydrate, and brighten skin.
In the right concentration (~5-12% and an ideal pH of 3-4), lactic acid breaks down the bonds holding dead skin cells together to shed them naturally. This process reveals smoother skin and a more even skin tone.
Higher concentrations (12% and up) can reach a deeper structural layer of the skin to improve skin texture and firmness over time.
Because it has a larger molecular size than glycolic acid, it is able to penetrate more slowly, thus making it less irritating and ideal for sensitive or beginner skin types.
Lactic acid also acts as a humectant (like hyaluronic acid). It can draw water into the skin to improve hydration and also plays a role in the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF) in the form of sodium lactate.
Studies show it can boost ceramide production to strengthen the skin barrier and even help balance the skinβs microbiome.
In summary, lactic acid is a gentle yet powerful multitasker that smooths, hydrates, strengthens, and brightens the skin.
Though it was originally derived from milk, most modern lactic acid used in skincare is vegan. It is made through non-dairy fermentation to create a bio-identical and stable form suitable for all formulations.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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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