Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Toner Versus Skinfood Rice Brightening Toner
Updated on February 27, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, 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
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Toner 17 ingredients
Skinfood Rice Brightening Toner 52 ingredients
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Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Toner 17 ingredients
Skinfood Rice Brightening Toner 52 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract 93%
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitrus Tangerina Peel Oil
Masking
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantJuniperus Mexicana Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDiacetyl Boldine
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract 93%, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Caramel, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diacetyl Boldine, Limonene, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Isopentyldiol
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
BufferingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Pantolactone
HumectantOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Oryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
Oryza Sativa Seed Water
Antimicrobial
Parfum
Masking
Aspergillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Glycine
Buffering
Serine
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantAspartic Acid
MaskingLeucine
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Tyrosine
MaskingPhenylalanine
MaskingValine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningHistidine
HumectantMethionine
Skin ConditioningCysteine
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Trehalose
HumectantSh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Protease
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Isopentyldiol, Panthenol, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Adenosine, Tromethamine, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Disodium EDTA, Pantolactone, Oryza Sativa Extract, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Oryza Sativa Seed Water, Parfum, Aspergillus Ferment, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Valine, Proline, Threonine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Methionine, Cysteine, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Gluconolactone, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Trehalose, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Protease
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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 Niacinamide1,2-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
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate is an ester of lauric acid and Polyglycerin-10.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate is a cleansing agent and emulsifier. It helps gather dirt, oil, and other pollutants to be rinsed away. As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating, such as oil and water.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateCitric 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:
Learn more about Citric AcidSodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
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.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateDipotassium 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.
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