Medicube Hypochlorous Acid Power Soothing Spray vs Paula's Choice Enriched Calming Toner

Medicube

Hypochlorous Acid Power Soothing Spray

Paula's Choice

Enriched Calming Toner

A toner built around Niacinamide and Panthenol, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A toner built around Hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E, for barrier repair and hydration.

Toner

17 ingredients

26 ingredients

Brand price

USD 27.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 32.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

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At a Glance

They come out differently on Fragrance-free, EU-allergen-free, Silicone-free, Pore-clogger-free, Oil-free and Cruelty-free; those rows are shaded. Tap any answer to see why.

Key Ingredients

Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate

Benefits

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Panthenol
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Niacinamide, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Panthenol
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Niacinamide

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethiconol, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair9
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Panthenol
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Niacinamide

Concerns

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
C12-14 Alketh-12, Octyldodeceth-16
May Worsen Irritation3
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
May Worsen Eczema3
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
May Worsen Rosacea3
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Oenothera Biennis Oil
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis7
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Myristamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Oenothera Biennis Oil, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Oenothera Biennis Oil
May Worsen Oily Skin2
May increase shine or excess oil.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide (in both products)
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Panthenol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Panthenol (provitamin B5)
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation
Octyldodeceth-16
Emulsifying
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
C12-14 Alketh-12
Emulsifying
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sodium Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
Buffering
0 / —
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning

Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
0-1 / —
- Silicones
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Glycereth-26
Humectant
0 / 0
Dimethiconol
Emollient
0-1 / —
- Silicones
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
3 / 2
- Face oil
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
0 / 0
- Vitamin E
- Antioxidant
Panthenol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Panthenol (provitamin B5)
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
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Niacinamide
Smoothing
Niacinamide is niacinamide.
Learn more about Niacinamide →
Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
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Panthenol
Antistatic, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
Panthenol is panthenol (provitamin B5).
Learn more about Panthenol →
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
Learn more about Allantoin →