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2% BHA Exfoliating Toner PadsA chemical exfoliant built around Vitamin E and Hyaluronic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.
A chemical exfoliant built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for controlling oil and refining pores.
Brand price
USD 28.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
USD 16.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
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Key Ingredients
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Benefits
Hydrating12
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Glucose, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Polyglutamic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Xylose
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ceramide NP, Cetrimonium Methosulfate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ingredients Side-by-side
Skin Conditioning
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Skin Conditioning
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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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