Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of St. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner versus Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner .
Last updated on January 31, 2024. Published on February 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, 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.
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.
Ingredient Info
St. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner 16 ingredients
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner 18 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 🎉
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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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St. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner 16 ingredients
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner 18 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
St. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner 16 ingredients
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner 18 ingredients
Water • Propylene Glycol • Glycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Salicylic Acid • Polysorbate 20 • Sodium Hydroxide • Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides • Phenoxyethanol • Tetrasodium EDTA • Cetrimonium Chloride • Cetylpyridinium Chloride • Citric Acid • Phospholipids • Bromelain • Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Water • Rosa Damascena Flower Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Polysorbate 20 • Propylene Glycol • Ethoxydiglycol • Glycerin • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Salicylic Acid • Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine • Alcohol Denat. • Passiflora Quadrangularis Fruit Extract • Citrus Medica Flower Extract • Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil • Triethanolamine
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSt. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSt. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner 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 GlycerinSt. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner contains this as ingredient number 3.
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidSt. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20St. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
St. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner contains this as ingredient number 9.
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract comes from the pineapple fruit. Pineapples are native to South America. The components of pineapple give it mild exfoliating and skin nourishing properties.
Pineapples contain Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, copper, potassium, niacin, and other minerals. It also contains many phytochemicals, including ferulic acid, coumaric acid, arbutin, and more. These help condition the skin.
Bromelain can be found in all parts of a pineapple. It is a mixture of enzymes and is mildly exfoliating.
Learn more about Ananas Sativus Fruit ExtractSt. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.
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St. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner 16 ingredients
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner 18 ingredients
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St. Ives Unfragranced BHA Exfoliating Toner 16 ingredients
Buttah Skin AHA/BHA Rosewater Toner 18 ingredients
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