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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Purifying Toner Versus EltaMD, Inc Skin Recovery Essence Toner

Toner
Toner
Korean Brand South Korea
American Brand United States

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe toners. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Benefits

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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.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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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Solvent

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin. 

It’s often used to:

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse. 

It is a:

  • Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
  • Emollient, helping to soften skin
  • Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
  • Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives 
Antioxidant

Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.

This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.

Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

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.

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Buffering, Masking

Citric 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:

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When to use

137 Routines
44% use in am
56% use in pm
92% use every day
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42 Routines
45% use in am
55% use in pm
90% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Purifying Toner 23 ingredients

2.5 /5
from 4 ratings
Doesn't Work (2) Broke Me Out (1) Expensive (1)
alexialoghin's avatar

Alexia Loghin

5 days ago
Review

can’t say that i hate it its just that i expected more from the reviews i saw. it didn’t break me out. it is hydrating but as i said i expected more

#hydrating
#absorbs well
miraalyon's avatar

mira alyon

5 months ago
Review

did nothing for my skin I used it for 3months everyday in my morning routine and nothing, I would skip it tbh just waste of money.

#expensive
#light
#no scent
#doesn't work

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