Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner versus Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence .
Last updated on January 08, 2024. Published on April 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
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.
Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
Ingredient Info
Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner 31 ingredients
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence 36 ingredients
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 🎉
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner 31 ingredients
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence 36 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner 31 ingredients
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence 36 ingredients
Water • Butylene Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Glycerin • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Bifida Ferment Lysate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Centella Asiatica Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Ceramide Ns • Ceramide AP • Ceramide As • Ceramide NP • Ceramide EOP • Laminaria Digitata Extract • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract • Calendula Officinalis Extract • Inulin • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Ectoin • Collagen • Cholesterol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sorbitol • Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Hydroxyacetophenone
Panax Ginseng Root Water • Water • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Butylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sodium PCA • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Propanediol • Lycium Chinense Stem Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract • Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract • Artemisia Vulgaris Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract • Scrophularia Buergeriana Root Extract • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Betaine • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Zinc PCA • Maltodextrin • Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Ceramide NP • Ceramide Ns • Cholesterol • Phytosphingosine • Ceramide As • Ceramide AP • Ceramide EOP
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterSkintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence 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.
Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 GlycerinSkintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dipotassium 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 GlycyrrhizateSkintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 11.
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.
Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 12.
Ceramide NS is a type of Ceramide. Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramide NG,Ceramide NS,1,3-Hexadecanediol, 2-Hexadecanamide,Palmitoyl-C16-Dihydrosphingosine,1-Stearoyl-C18-Sphingosine
Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 31.
Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Having a strong skin barrier leads to more firm and hydrated skin.
They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide NP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide APSkintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 35.
Ceramide AS is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 34.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPSkintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 14.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 30.
Ceramide EOP is a type of Ceramide. EOP stands for a linked Ester fatty acid, a linked Omega hydroxy fatty acid, and the Phytosphingosine base.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide NP
Learn more about Ceramide EOPSkintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 36.
Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolSkintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 26.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 32.
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.
Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 27.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 6.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.
The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Learn more about Hydrogenated LecithinSkintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner contains this as ingredient number 30.
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence contains this as ingredient number 27.
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Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner 31 ingredients
Soul Apothecary Radiance Boost Essence 36 ingredients
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Skintific 5X Ceramide Soothing Toner 31 ingredients
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