Sk-II Facial Treatment Essence (Pitera Essence) - Original Versus La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Exfoliating Astringent Toner - US
Updated on February 26, 2025
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Sk-II Facial Treatment Essence (Pitera Essence) 7 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Exfoliating Astringent Toner 9 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Sk-II Facial Treatment Essence (Pitera Essence) 7 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Exfoliating Astringent Toner 9 ingredients
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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.
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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Sk-II Facial Treatment Essence (Pitera Essence) 7 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Exfoliating Astringent Toner 9 ingredients
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