Updated on November 01, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols
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Ingredient Info
Principia Tônico AL-7 8 ingredients
Sallve Tônico Renovador 20 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Principia Tônico AL-7 8 ingredients
Sallve Tônico Renovador 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Malic Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water
Astringent
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Physalis Angulata Extract
Skin ProtectingBiosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Anisate
AntimicrobialGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantWater, Glycolic Acid, Malic Acid, Lactic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Physalis Angulata Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Glycerin, Sodium Levulinate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Gluconate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Anisate, Gluconolactone, Calcium Gluconate
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 WaterSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideLactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
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 AcidIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Principia Tônico AL-7 8 ingredients
Sallve Tônico Renovador 20 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Principia Tônico AL-7 8 ingredients
Sallve Tônico Renovador 20 ingredients
It gives you a glow like no other
It's a really good toner, it really does its job when it comes to renovating and brightening your skin. But oh boy, it is strong! Better check if your skin barrier is intact before adding it to your routine otherwise it can damage it even more. Obs: I've got sensitive skin but it hasn't caused me any irritation.
