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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Versed Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Solution versus Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Unscented Toner .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on April 28, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Toner American Brand United States
Toner American Brand United States

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.

Price

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Buy Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Solution

Starts at $17.99
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Starts at $10.99

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA (2)
Vitamin C
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture (3)
Reduces Large Pores (5)
Anti-Aging (4)
Dark Spots (6)
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (5)

Concerns

Drying
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Versed Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Solution contains this as ingredient number 1.

Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Versed Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Solution contains this as ingredient number 6.

Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Versed Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Solution contains this as ingredient number 18.

Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.

4
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Versed Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Solution contains this as ingredient number 20.

Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Versed Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Solution contains this as ingredient number 21.

Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Unscented Toner contains this as ingredient number 7.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

55% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
27% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet
44% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Versed Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Solution 22 ingredients

3.3 /5
from 3 reviews
valarierobyn's Avatar'
Jul 1, 2023

Works, but irritating on sensitive skin
I've used two bottles in the past. It works at brightening up hyperpigmentation, but took awhile for my skin to build up the tolerance needed for it. Usually left my t-zone very red.

Works, but irritating on sensitive skin
I've used two bottles in the past. It works at brightening up hyperpigmentation, but took awhile for my skin to build up the tolerance needed for it. Usually left my t-zone very red.

AshleeSchrag_411's Avatar'
Jul 12, 2023

clears any acne and post acne spot

clears any acne and post acne spot

Thayers Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Unscented Toner 9 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 2 reviews
DamDamfino's Avatar'
Feb 9, 2024

I first starting using Thayer's witch hazel when it was in the old packaging. (circa...2010?)
At first I *loved* the new packaging because it's unique and gives that old-timey vintage feel that's totally my thing.
But after using the...

I first starting using Thayer's witch hazel when it was in the old packaging. (circa...2010?)
At first I *loved* the new packaging because it's unique and gives that old-timey vintage feel that's totally my thing.
But after using the new packaging, I hate it. The cap ALWAYS breaks at the hinge. And the cute mini travel-sized bottle is not travel-safe. It leaks if it's not upright.

I've never found Thayer's witch hazel irritating or drying.
In fact, it feels like water on my skin and leaves my skin very fresh and supple. It can help dry out my oily zones without over-drying my dry zones. And I find it very calming and soothing.

I can't use micellar water because they break me out - so sometimes this *IS* my micellar water. It's better than going to bed with makeup on when I'm lazy and tired.
And I genuinely do feel like it keeps my skin happier than when I don't use it.

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