Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Toner vs Pilgrim 1% Vitamin C Toner

Medicube

Pilgrim

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

A toner built around Niacinamide and Vitamin C derivative, for hydration and barrier repair.

Toner

36 ingredients

22 ingredients

Brand price

USD 21.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 300.00 · 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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PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Gluconolactone
Centella asiatica (Cica)2
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate

Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Lactic acid1
An AHA that also acts as a humectant.
Sodium Lactate

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium Lactate
Barrier Repair6
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Betaine, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Panthenol
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Niacinamide

May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Parfum
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Parfum
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Parfum

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Niacinamide (in both products)
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Xylitol
Humectant
0-1 / —
Sodium Citrate
Buffering
0 / —
Ethylhexylglycerin (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
- Reduces Irritation
- Smoothing
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
0-1 / —

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.
Learn more about Glycerin →
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Niacinamide is niacinamide.
Learn more about Niacinamide →
Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
Learn more about Allantoin →