Then I Met You The Giving Essence Versus innisfree Green Tea Moisture-Balancing Toner
Updated on August 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Then I Met You The Giving Essence 41 ingredients
innisfree Green Tea Moisture-Balancing Toner 16 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Then I Met You The Giving Essence 41 ingredients
innisfree Green Tea Moisture-Balancing Toner 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Aspergillus Ferment Extract Filtrate
HumectantSaccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Ellagic Acid
Skin ConditioningAronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentRubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentBetaine
Humectant
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAristotelia Chilensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Aspergillus Ferment Extract Filtrate, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ellagic Acid, Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract, Polyglutamic Acid, Glycerin, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Morus Alba Root Extract, Allantoin, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Betaine, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Aristotelia Chilensis Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Xanthan Gum, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Water, Methylpropanediol
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientTromethamine
BufferingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Water, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Behenyl Alcohol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Parfum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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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Then I Met You The Giving Essence 41 ingredients
innisfree Green Tea Moisture-Balancing Toner 16 ingredients
