SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner Versus ma:nyo Bifida Cica Toner
Updated on September 24, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain 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, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner 15 ingredients
ma:nyo Bifida Cica Toner 50 ingredients
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner 15 ingredients
ma:nyo Bifida Cica Toner 50 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycereth-26
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOriganum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPelargonium Graveolens Extract
MaskingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Betaine Salicylate
Antimicrobial
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingHypericum Perforatum Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingAlthaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningBrassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentPolyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSucrose Stearate
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Borago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
Salvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicCentaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
AstringentMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Extract, Allantoin, Betaine Salicylate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Hypericum Perforatum Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Gluconolactone, Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sucrose Stearate, Citric Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Borago Officinalis Extract, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Disodium EDTA
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella 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 ExtractWater. 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 Water1,2-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
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 NiacinamideGluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.
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 improves texture and brightens the skin.
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.
Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.
This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
Learn more about GluconolactoneDisodium 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 EDTADipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner 15 ingredients
ma:nyo Bifida Cica Toner 50 ingredients
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner 15 ingredients
so far my favorite toner and someone with FA and combination skin
+ acne
it doesnt trigger sebum production and it hydrates me perfectly very summer friendly and it calms down my skin
I am really sensitive to fragrance and it doesnt have any, only product that worked for me. I used tons of different toners but this is holy grail. I purchased this 3 times. This even has the gaint sized one with 400ml. Gives me glass skin.
