COSRX One Step Moisture Up Pad vs The Derma Co 7% Glycolic Acid Hydrating Toner with Glycolic Acid & Hyaluronic Acid For Gentle Exfoliation

COSRX

The Derma Co

A toner built around Panthenol and PHA, for hydration and barrier repair.

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

Toner

25 ingredients

22 ingredients

Brand price

USD 22.00 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 499.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

Brand from India

At a Glance

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Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Squalane
PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Gluconolactone
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Hyaluronic acid3
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid1
The smallest AHA, and so the most penetrating.
Glycolic Acid
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydrating11
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Squalane
Barrier Repair6
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Betaine, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Panthenol, Squalane
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Panthenol
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Anhydroxylitol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xylitol, Xylitylglucoside
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Glycerin, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Xylitol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Squalane
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil
May Worsen Eczema2
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Triethanolamine
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ceramide 1, Ceramide 2, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 4, Ceramide 6 Ii, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Triethanolamine

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine Salicylate
Antimicrobial
Betaine
Humectant
0 / —
- Hydrating
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Panthenol (provitamin B5)
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation
Allantoin (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Reduces Irritation
- Smoothing
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Triethanolamine
Cleansing
2 / 0
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Sodium Hyaluronate (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
Hordeum Vulgare Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Ethylhexylglycerin (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Reduces Irritation
- Smoothing

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Allantoin
Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
Learn more about Allantoin →
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate is a hyaluronic acid.
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate →
Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →