Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner versus Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner .
Published on September 15, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 23 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and PHA
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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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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.
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.
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Ingredient Info
Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner 28 ingredients
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner 43 ingredients
Alcohol Free
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Silicon Free
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
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Cruelty Free
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Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner 28 ingredients
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner 43 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner 28 ingredients
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner 43 ingredients
Biotin • Niacinamide • Hyaluronic Acid • Polyglutamic Acid • Anhydroxylitol • Water • Gluconolactone • Butylene Glycol • Hydrolyzed Silk • Methylpropanediol • Inulin • Lactococcus Ferment Lysate • Saccharide Isomerate • Cucumis Sativus Fruit • Xylitylglucoside • Xylitol • Salicylic Acid • Allantoin • Trehalose • Glycerin • Sodium Glutamate • Panthenol • Sodium Citrate • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Citric Acid
Water • Gluconolactone • Niacinamide • Butylene Glycol • Methylpropanediol • Inulin • Lactococcus Ferment Lysate • Saccharide Isomerate • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Xylitylglucoside • Anhydroxylitol • Xylitol • Salicylic Acid • Allantoin • Trehalose • Glycerin • Polyglutamic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Panthenol • Lysine • Histidine • Arginine • Aspartic Acid • Threonine • Serine • Glutamic Acid • Proline • Glycine • Alanine • Valine • Methionine • Isoleucine • Leucine • Tyrosine • Phenylalanine • Cysteine • Ethoxydiglycol • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 NiacinamideSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 3.
Polyglutamic Acid is made up many glutamic acids chained together. It is created from bacterial fermentation.
Polyglutamic Acid is an effective skin hydrator and may help speed up wound healing. As a humectant, it draws and holds water to the skin. This ingredient is often compared to hyaluronic acid or glycerin. Similarly to hyaluronic acid, it can vary in molecular weights. This means polyglutamic acid is capable of bringing hydration to lower levels of the skin.
Polyglutamic Acid is found in the Japanese food, natto. It is also being used in cancer treatment studies.
Learn more about Polyglutamic AcidSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 17.
This ingredient is created from dehydrating xylitol in acidic conditions. Xylitol is a famous sugar and humectant.
Much like its predecessor, anhydroxylitol is a humectant. Humectants attract and hold water to moisturize the skin.
This ingredient is most commonly found in a popular trio called Aquaxyl. Aquaxyl is made up of anhydroxylitol (24 - 34%), xylitylglucoside (35 - 50%), and xylitol (5 - 15%).
According to a manufacturer, Aquaxyl is known for a 3-D hydration concept and an anti-dehydration shield to reinforce the outer layer of skin.
This ingredient is often derived from plants such as wood and sugarcane.
Learn more about AnhydroxylitolSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 WaterSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs have a larger structure than AHAs and BHAs and are more gentle. It is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This helps improve texture and brightens the skin.
Gluconolactone is a humectant and helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells. However, we still recommend wearing SPF especially after using exfoliating ingredients.
Learn more about GluconolactoneSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 MethylpropanediolSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Inulin is a polysaccharide (carbohydrate) with prebiotic and antioxidant properties.
The majority of inulin is extracted from chicory, but can also be obtained from other plants such as garlic, onion, asparagus, and sugarcane.
Studies show inulin may help with controlling your skin's natural microbiota when applied topically.
The antioxidant potential of inulin varies depending on the source.
Learn more about InulinSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Lactococcus Ferment Lysate.
Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Saccharide Isomerate comes from sugars found in corn. It is altered so the structure is more similar to the carbohydrates found in our skin. Its ability to match these carbohydrates makes it a great moisturizer and humectant.
Humectants help draw moisture from the air to our skin. Studies show Saccharide Isomerate to be an effective moisturizer.
Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Xylitylglucoside is created from xylitol and glucose, two humectants.
Not surprisingly, this ingredient is also a humectant. It attracts and holds water in your skin, helping to maintain hydration.
This ingredient is most commonly found in a popular trio called Aquaxyl. Aquaxyl is made up of anhydroxylitol(24 - 34%), xylitylglucoside (35 - 50%), and xylitol (5 - 15%).
According to a manufacturer, Aquaxyl is known for a 3-D hydration concept and an anti-dehydration shield to reinforce the outer layer of skin.
Learn more about XylitylglucosideSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Xylitol is a humectant and prebiotic. It can help with dry skin.
In studies, xylitol has been shown to improve dry skin. It decreased transepidermal water loss, or when water passes through the skin and evaporates. Xylitol also showed to help improve the biomechanical properties of the skin barrier.
The prebiotic property of xylitol may also help reinforce our skin's natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome prevents infection by bad bacteria and helps with hydration.
As a humectant, Xylitol helps draw moisture from both the air and from deeper skin layers. This helps keep skin hydrated.
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol and commonly used as a sugar substitute. It is naturally occurring in plants such as strawberries and pumpkin.
Learn more about XylitolSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
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 a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 18.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 19.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 14.
Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.
As a humectant, trehalose helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Due to its antioxidant properties, trehalose may help with signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, unstable molecules that may damage your skin.
In medicine, trehalose and hyaluronic acid are used to help treat dry eyes.
Some animals, plants, and bacteria create trehalose as a source of energy to survive freeze or lack of water.
Learn more about TrehaloseSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 20.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 GlycerinSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 21.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 PanthenolSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 19.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH 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.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 24.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 43.
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate is used to help stabilize a product.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it helps prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This prevents unwanted reactions in products. Metal ions can come into a product via the water ingredient. They are found in trace amounts and are not known to be harmful.
Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 25.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 38.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 26.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 39.
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.
Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 27.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 40.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Saturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 28.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 41.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidSaturn by GHC Saturn 2% Green Tea Face Toner contains this as ingredient number 29.
Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner contains this as ingredient number 42.
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