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Underated Multipurpose Toning Solution Versus Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner

Toner

Indian Brand

Updated on February 18, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe toners. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain BHA, hyaluronic acid and PHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots 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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Ingredient Info

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Underated Multipurpose Toning Solution 10 ingredients

Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner 43 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Underated Multipurpose Toning Solution 10 ingredients

Minimalist Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner 43 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Multipurpose Toning Solution

Water

Skin Conditioning

Glycolic Acid

Buffering

Propylene Glycol

Humectant

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Sodium Hydroxide

Salicylic Acid

Gluconolactone

Sodium Benzoate

Potassium Sorbate

Sodium Hyaluronate

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Sodium Gluconate

Skin Conditioning

Water, Glycolic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Gluconate

Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) 03% Toner

Water

Gluconolactone

Niacinamide

Butylene Glycol

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Methylpropanediol

Solvent

Inulin

Skin Conditioning

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate

Skin Conditioning

Saccharide Isomerate

Humectant

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract

Xylitylglucoside

Anhydroxylitol

Xylitol

Salicylic Acid

Allantoin

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Trehalose

Humectant

Glycerin

Humectant

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Sodium Polyglutamate

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant

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Panthenol

Skin Conditioning

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Lysine

Histidine

Arginine

Aspartic Acid

Threonine

Serine

Glutamic Acid

Proline

Glycine

Alanine

Valine

Methionine

Isoleucine

Leucine

Tyrosine

Phenylalanine

Cysteine

Ethoxydiglycol

Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Phenoxyethanol

Ethylhexylglycerin

1,2-Hexanediol

Citric Acid

Sodium Citrate

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Gluconolactone

Skin Conditioning

Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.

When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This improves texture and brightens the skin.

PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.

Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:

In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.

This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.

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Salicylic Acid

Masking, Preservative, Skin Conditioning

Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.

Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.

Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.

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 this ingredient into your routine.

While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.

If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.

Learn more about Salicylic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant, Skin Conditioning

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:

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Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

Learn more about Water