Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Troubless Mild Clear Toner Essence versus KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner .
Last updated on December 05, 2023. Published on July 11, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe toners. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and better texture
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.
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.
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Ingredient Info
Troubless Mild Clear Toner Essence 37 ingredients
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner 33 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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not 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 🎉
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 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Troubless Mild Clear Toner Essence 37 ingredients
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner 33 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Troubless Mild Clear Toner Essence 37 ingredients
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner 33 ingredients
Water • Dipropylene Glycol • Methylpropanediol • Glycerin • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water • Panthenol • Gluconolactone • 4-Terpineol • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Brassica Oleracea Gemmifera Extract • Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract • Prunus Mume Fruit Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hyaluronic Acid • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Potassium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Allantoin • Beta-Glucan • Hydroxyacetophenone • Ppg-13-Decyltetradeceth-24 • Caprylyl Glycol • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Citrate • Butylene Glycol • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Malus Domestica Fruit Extract • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract • Pentylene Glycol • Tocopherol • Ethylhexylglycerin
Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment 60% • Water • Propanediol • Glycerin • Dipropylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Betaine • Glycereth-26 • Chondrus Crispus Extract • Saccharum Officinarum Extract • Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract • Cynanchum Atratum Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Althaea Rosea Flower Extract • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Hyaluronic Acid • Panthenol 1% • Hydroxyethyl Urea • Glyceryl Glucoside • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Butylene Glycol • Tromethamine • Dextrin • Allantoin • Glucose • Beta-Glucan • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Tocopherol • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Potassium Hyaluronate
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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 WaterTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 1.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 2.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule 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 GlycerinTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 4.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 6.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 17.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 13.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.
Hyaluronic Acid has the capacity to bind to large amounts of water. This ingredient helps hydrate, soothe, and protect the skin.
Fun fact: It is already naturally found in our bodies, such as the fluids of our eyes and our joints.
Studies find this ingredient to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. This can help speed up wound-healing,
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Hyaluronic AcidTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 14.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 15.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 15.
This form of hyaluronic acid is produced through fermentation.
According to a manufacturer, it has a positive charge by ionic binding to help moisturize and give hair a smooth feel. This is why you'll find this ingredient in shampoos and body washes.
Troubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 16.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 28.
This ingredient is created by putting sodium hyaluronate through hydrolysis.
You might know this as 'mini' or 'ultra low-molecular weight' hyaluronic acid. The small molecule size means it is able to travel deeper in the skin.
According to studies, low molecular-weight hyaluronic acid can:
One study from 2011 found ultra-low weight HA to show pro-inflammatory properties. Another study from 2022 found it to downregulate UV-B induced inflammation.
Hydrolysis is a process of changing a molecule using water or enzymes.
This ingredient is water-soluble.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Sodium HyaluronateTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 17.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 31.
We don't have a description for Potassium Hyaluronate.
Troubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 18.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 33.
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a type of hyaluronic acid. In fact, it is modified version of hyaluronic acid.
The structure of Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer allows it to stay in the skin's top layer for a longer period of time. This allows for even more hydration and humectant action than hyaluronic acid.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 19.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 32.
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a type of Hyaluronic Acid.
Hyaluronic Acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read about common types of Hyaluronic Acid here: Sodium Hyaluronate Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid Hyaluronic Acid
Learn more about Sodium Acetylated HyaluronateTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 20.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 30.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 21.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 25.
Beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide. It can be derived from the cell walls of seaweed, oats, yeast, and fungi.
Beta-Glucan is a humectant, meaning it can hold large amounts of water. This helps hydrate the skin. It also helps boost your skin's natural barrier.
Beta-Glucan has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Studies show Beta-Glucan may be an effective wrinkle reducer as it can deeply penetrate into skin. It has also been show to help with wound healing.
Learn more about Beta-GlucanTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 22.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 27.
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.
Troubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 29.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 22.
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.
Troubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 31.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolTroubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 36.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 29.
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.
Troubless Mild Clear Toner Essence contains this as ingredient number 37.
KAINE Kombu Balancing Ampoule Toner contains this as ingredient number 21.
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