Nature Republic Vitapair C Toner vs COSRX AC Collection Calming Liquid Intensive

Nature Republic

COSRX

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

A toner built around Centella asiatica and Panthenol, for hydration and soothing irritation.

Toner

34 ingredients

27 ingredients

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Brand price

USD 26.00 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol
Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1
L-ascorbic acid, the unesterified form of vitamin C.
Ascorbic Acid
PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Lactobionic Acid
Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1
Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.
Zinc PCA
Centella asiatica (Cica)3
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)2
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 60

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Lactic Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lactate, Zinc PCA
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Betaine, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation6
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Panthenol, Zinc PCA
Redness Reducing4
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Choleth-24
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Fragrance, Tocopherol

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 60, Propolis Extract
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Eczema2
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
May Worsen Rosacea2
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

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Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
- Animal-derived
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
1,2-Hexanediol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Ethyl Hexanediol
Solvent
0 / —
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Asiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
1,2-Hexanediol (in both products)
Skin Conditioning

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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1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
We don't have a description for 1,2-Hexanediol yet.
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Betaine
Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Humectant
Betaine is the zwitterion (inner salt) that conforms to the formula
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Panthenol
Antistatic, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
Panthenol is panthenol (provitamin B5).
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Allantoin
Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
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Betaine Salicylate
Antimicrobial, Keratolytic
Betaine Salycilate is the product formed by the reaction of Betaine with Salycilic Acid
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