COSRX AC Collection Calming Liquid Intensive vs Wardah Lightening Face Toner

COSRX

Wardah

A toner built around Centella asiatica and Panthenol, for hydration and soothing irritation.

A toner built around AHA and Glycolic acid, for barrier repair and smoothing.

Toner

27 ingredients

17 ingredients

Brand price

USD 26.00 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

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Brand from South Korea

Brand from Indonesia

At a Glance

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Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1
Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.
Zinc PCA
Centella asiatica (Cica)3
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)2
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 60

Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid1
The smallest AHA, and so the most penetrating.
Glycolic Acid

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Lactic Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lactate, Zinc PCA
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Betaine, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation6
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Panthenol, Zinc PCA
Redness Reducing4
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Propylene Glycol
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol, Ulva Lactuca Extract
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 60, Propolis Extract
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Eczema2
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Rosacea2
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Triethanolamine
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polysorbate 20, Trideceth-9
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Triethanolamine
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Fragrance

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Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
- Animal-derived
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ethyl Hexanediol
Solvent
0 / —
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Asiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning

Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Triethanolamine
Cleansing
2 / 0
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
Glycolic Acid (in both products)
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Trideceth-9
Cleansing
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
0 / 0
- Vitamin E
- Antioxidant

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Polysorbate 20
Cleansing, Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20 isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20 →
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Glycolic Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Glycolic Acid →