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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum versus Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner .

Published on December 21, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 59 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and peptides

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, 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, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils and silicones

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Serum South Korean Brand South Korea
Toner South Korean Brand South Korea

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Toner

Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Ceramides (3)
Hyaluronic Acid (4)
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (6)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Niacinamide
Ceramides (3)
Hyaluronic Acid (4)
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (9)
Reduces Irritation (7)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

WaterGlycerinButylene GlycolGlycereth-26NiacinamideSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateCaprylyl GlycolDicaprylyl EtherAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerHydroxyacetophenonePentylene GlycolTromethamineCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractDipropylene GlycolMaltodextrinEthylhexylglycerinPolysilicone-15CaramelAdenosine Polyglyceryl-10 DilaurateXanthan GumEclipta Prostrata ExtractCoccinia Indica Fruit ExtractDisodium EDTASilicaMethylpropanediolPanthenolHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit ExtractButyrospermum Parkii Butter ExtractPolyglyceryl-10 Myristate1,2-HexanediolCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideMacadamia Ternifolia Seed OilPanax Ginseng Berry ExtractEthylhexyl PalmitateCetyl EthylhexanoatePhellodendron Amurense Bark ExtractCoptis Japonica ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractScrophularia Buergeriana ExtractPhytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamateCholesterolPiper Methysticum Root ExtractGardenia Florida Fruit ExtractBrassica Campestris SterolsHydrogenated LecithinAcetyl Hexapeptide-8FructoseSaccharomyces Ferment FiltratePolyglyceryl-10 OleateSodium HyaluronateCentella Asiatica ExtractGlucosePotassium Cetyl PhosphateCeramide NPBeta-GlucanHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidHydroxypropyltrimonium HyaluronateSodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerAsiatic AcidAsiaticosideSodium Acetylated HyaluronateCeramide NsMadecassic AcidMadecassosideCeramide EOP

WaterButylene GlycolGlycerinGlycereth-26NiacinamideDiethoxyethyl SuccinateTrehalosePentylene GlycolCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TauratePanthenolDipropylene GlycolHydrogenated PolydeceneCeramide NsAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp CopolymerXanthan GumAdenosineDisodium EDTAMethylpropanediolSodium Hyaluronate Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit ExtractButyrospermum Parkii Butter ExtractBiosaccharide Gum-4Polyglyceryl-10 MyristateCnidium Officinale Rhizome ExtractEclipta Prostrata ExtractBiota Orientalis Leaf ExtractPaeonia Lactiflora Root ExtractPoria Cocos ExtractPanax Ginseng Root ExtractHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidHydroxypropyltrimonium HyaluronatePolygonum Multiflorum Root ExtractCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetyl EthylhexanoateBeta-GlucanEthylhexyl PalmitateCoptis Japonica ExtractScrophularia Buergeriana ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractGardenia Florida Fruit ExtractPhellodendron Amurense Bark ExtractPiper Methysticum Root ExtractMacadamia Ternifolia Seed OilSodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerAcetyl Hexapeptide-8GlucoseCentella Asiatica ExtractSaccharomyces Ferment FiltrateSodium Acetylated HyaluronatePhytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamateCholesterolBrassica Campestris SterolsHydrogenated LecithinArtemisia Capillaris ExtractPolyglyceryl-10 OleatePotassium Cetyl PhosphateCeramide NPAsiaticosideAsiatic AcidMadecassosideMadecassic AcidCeramide EOPCarbomerCaprylyl GlycolTrideceth-10CaramelFructoseMaltodextrinPolysilicone-15HydroxyacetophenoneTromethamineEthylhexylglycerin

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

Learn more about Water

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin 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 Glycerin

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Humectant
Community Rating: Mixed

Glycereth-26 is a synthetic ingredient and polyethylene glycol ether of Glycerin. Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin and helps keep your skin moisturized.

It is a humectant and helps add texture to products. It can make your product thicker.

As a humectant, it helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps your skin stay hydrated.

Learn more about Glycereth-26

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

Learn more about Niacinamide

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Emulsion Stabilising

Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate is a polymer and used to help stabilize other ingredients.

Emulsion stabilizers hold ingredients together, helping to create an even texture throughout the product.

Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate can also be used to thicken the texture.

Learn more about Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 66.

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What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.

Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By helping stabilize free-radicals, antioxidants may help in anti-aging.

Hydroxyacetophenone boosts the efficiency of other preservatives.

Learn more about Hydroxyacetophenone

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 72.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.

The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.

This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.

Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.

Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.

Learn more about Pentylene Glycol

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Liked

Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.

As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.

Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.

Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.

1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-

Learn more about Tromethamine

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 73.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent, Emollient, Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.

Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.

Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.

Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.

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What it does: Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.

As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.

Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.

Learn more about Dipropylene Glycol

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does: Absorbent, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.

In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.

As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.

Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.

Learn more about Maltodextrin

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 70.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 74.

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What it does: UV Filter
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Polysilicone-15.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 71.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, Masking
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Caramel.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 68.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.

Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.

In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.

Learn more about Adenosine

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

Learn more about Xanthan Gum

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Eclipta Prostrata Extract.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

Learn more about Disodium EDTA

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Methylpropanediol is a synthetic solvent and humectant.

As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients, helping to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. This ingredient has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties which makes it a preservative booster.

Methylpropanediol is able to add a bit of moisture to the skin. It also helps other ingredients be better absorbed into the skin, such as salicylic acid.

Learn more about Methylpropanediol

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

Learn more about Panthenol

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract comes from the seabuckthorn berry. This berry is native to Asia and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.

The seabuckthorn fruit contains carotenoids, palmitic acid, palmitoleic acid, Vitamin C, linoleic acid, and vitamin E.

The nutritious content of seabuckthorn fruit helps hydrate and nourish the skin. A study from 2018 found seabuckthorn may help with alleviating UV damage due to its anti-inflammatory property. However, it should not replace your sunscreen.

Carotenoids and Vitamin E help nourish your skin's natural barrier. This barrier protects your skin and is responsible for firm skin.

Due to its antioxidant properties, seabuckthorn fruit may help reduce the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight unstable free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin cells.

Learn more about Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract is from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.

Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate isn't fungal acne safe.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 31.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.

Learn more about Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 34.

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What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Disliked

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from Macadamia nut.

Macadamia seed oil is rich in fatty acids, including oleic acid (45-75%), palmitoleic acid (7-33%), and palmitic acid (6-12%). They also contain various B vitamins, iron, and magnesium.

Palmitoleic acid has been shown to help soothe inflammation and promote wound healing. It is also naturally found in the fat of our skin.

Macadamia seed oil may not be malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne, safe.

Learn more about Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 44.

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What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylhexyl Palmitate is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.

The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.

Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly. In fact, it is commonly used to evenly mix sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone. It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.

Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.

Learn more about Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 37.

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What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Mixed

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

It is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to products when applied. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 35.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

We don't have a description for Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 42.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Coptis Japonica Extract.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 39.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 38.

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What it does: Astringent, Humectant, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from the Baikal skullcap or Chinese skullcap plant. This plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, Korea, and Siberia.

In cosmetics, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This is due to the flavonoid composition of Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.

In Chinese traditional folk medicine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is used to help treat lung and hypertension.

Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 40.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 40.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Scrophularia Buergeriana Extract.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 41.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 39.

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We don't have a description for Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 51.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Stabilising
Community Rating: Liked

Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.

Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.

Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.

Learn more about Cholesterol

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 43.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 52.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Piper Methysticum Root Extract.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 44.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 43.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 45.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 41.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Brassica Campestris Sterols isn't fungal acne safe.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 46.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 53.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
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Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.

Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.

The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.

As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.

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Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 47.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
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Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is a peptide. A common name for this peptide is Argireline.

Argireline has a similar function to botox. It prevents muscle movement and contractions. By preventing muscles from moving, Argireline also prohibits the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. However, research is lacking in proving this ingredient to be as effective as botox.

Argireline tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.

Read more about other common types of peptides here:

Learn more about Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 48.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 46.

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What it does: Humectant
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Fructose is fruit/plant sugar. It can be found in apples, figs, and honey.

This ingredient is a humectant. Humectants help draw moisture from the air to your skin, keeping your skin hydrated.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 49.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 69.

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What it does: Humectant
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Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate is created from fermenting Saccharomyces, a yeast also known as baker's yeast or brewer's yeast.

As a humectant, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated. This is due to its beta-glucan content.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 50.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 49.

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Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate isn't fungal acne safe.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 51.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 56.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
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Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 52.

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What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing, Tonic
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Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.

The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.

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

Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.

This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract

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What it does: Humectant
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Glucose is a simple sugar and is the most important source of energy in all organisms. In skincare, glucose is used to hydrate the skin. It also acts as a prebiotic for our natural biome.

As a humectant, glucose draws moisture from the air and from deeper levels in the skin. This helps hydrate skin.

Our skin's natural microbiome contains many saccharides that act as prebiotics. These prebiotics help strengthen our skin's microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome helps protect our skin from harmful bacteria and other contaminants.

Studies show glucose may help with fading discoloration and pigmentation. This is because our skin metabolizes glucose into lactic acid. Lactic acid is an AHA that helps exfoliate the top layer of skin.

Plants and algae make glucose during the process of photosynthesis. It is then used to make cellulose, the building blocks of cell walls.

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What it does: Emulsifying

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is the potassium salt of a mixture. This mixture consists of the esters from phosphoricacid and cetyl alcohol.

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.

As a cleansing agent, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate helps gather oils, dirts, and pollutants from your skin. This makes it easier to rinse them away with water.

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Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide NP

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Beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide. It can be derived from the cell walls of seaweed, oats, yeast, and fungi.

Beta-Glucan is a humectant, meaning it can hold large amounts of water. This helps hydrate the skin. It also helps boost your skin's natural barrier.

Beta-Glucan has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

Studies show Beta-Glucan may be an effective wrinkle reducer as it can deeply penetrate into skin. It has also been show to help with wound healing.

Learn more about Beta-Glucan

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
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Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.

Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.

One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.

Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:

Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

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This form of hyaluronic acid is produced through fermentation.

According to a manufacturer, it has a positive charge by ionic binding to help moisturize and give hair a smooth feel. This is why you'll find this ingredient in shampoos and body washes.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 59.

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Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a type of hyaluronic acid. In fact, it is modified version of hyaluronic acid.

The structure of Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer allows it to stay in the skin's top layer for a longer period of time. This allows for even more hydration and humectant action than hyaluronic acid.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Stabilising
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Asiatic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.

Studies show Asiatic Acid is able to block the pathway for skin inflammation receptors, helping to soothe skin.

As an antioxidant, asiatic acid helps protect our skin against damaging environmental factors.

Learn more about Asiatic Acid

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
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Asiaticoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Asiaticoside is an antioxidant and helps with wound healing. It has been shown to increase antioxidant activity during the wound healing process.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 62.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 59.

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What it does: Humectant
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Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a type of Hyaluronic Acid.

Hyaluronic Acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 63.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 50.

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Ceramide NS is a type of Ceramide. Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramide NG,Ceramide NS,1,3-Hexadecanediol, 2-Hexadecanamide,Palmitoyl-C16-Dihydrosphingosine,1-Stearoyl-C18-Sphingosine

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 64.

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Madecassic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

It is a triterpenoid, meaning it naturally acts as an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect your skin against damage from environmental factors such as pollution and UV.

Studies show Madecassic Acid helps soothe the skin due to its ability to block inflammation pathways.

Learn more about Madecassic Acid

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 65.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
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Madecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.

Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.

One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.

Learn more about Madecassoside

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 66.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 61.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
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Ceramide EOP is a type of Ceramide. EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide NP

Learn more about Ceramide EOP

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Boosting Serum contains this as ingredient number 67.

Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Deep Infusion Toner contains this as ingredient number 64.

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3 months ago · Sensitive Skin
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This viscous toner has been excellent for my mature sensitive skin. I use it morning and evening. Its ingredients include glycerin, Niacinamide,...

This viscous toner has been excellent for my mature sensitive skin. I use it morning and evening. Its ingredients include glycerin, Niacinamide, several ceramides and a peptide. There is silicone in it but it is number 69 out of 73 ingredients. The elegant bottle/packaging and the price point for its quality make it a great value.

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