La Roche-Posay Effaclar Astringent Toner for Oily Skin vs The Derma Co 7% Glycolic Acid Hydrating Toner with Glycolic Acid & Hyaluronic Acid For Gentle Exfoliation

La Roche-Posay

The Derma Co

A toner built around AHA, for hydration and barrier repair.

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

Toner

9 ingredients

22 ingredients

Brand price

USD 25.99 · 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 France

Brand from India

At a Glance

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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

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Propylene Glycol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Propylene Glycol
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Citric Acid
Oil Control1
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Alcohol Denat.

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 Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol Denat., Parfum
May Worsen Eczema2
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat., Parfum
May Worsen Rosacea2
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat., Parfum
May Worsen Dryness1
Can strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Alcohol Denat.

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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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Alcohol Denat.
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Sodium Citrate
Buffering
0 / —
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Disodium EDTA
Chelating
0 / —
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
0 / —
- AHA
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Parfum
Perfuming
- Fragrance
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea

Aqua (in both products)
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
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
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
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.

Aqua
Solvent
Water
Learn more about Aqua →
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.
Learn more about Glycerin →