ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Toner vs The Inkey List Glycolic Acid Toner

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The Inkey List

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

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

Toner

16 ingredients

14 ingredients

Brand price

USD 10.00 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 18.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

They come out differently on Alcohol-free, Fungal-acne-safe and Cruelty-free; those rows are shaded. Tap any answer to see why.

Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid1
The smallest AHA, and so the most penetrating.
Glycolic Acid

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Panthenol, Propanediol, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Sea Water
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Betaine, Glycerin, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Panthenol
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Betaine, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water

No concerns found

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol

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Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Propanediol (in both products)
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Skin Conditioning
- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering
0 / —
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Alcohol
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
PPG-26-BUTETH-26
Skin Conditioning
Betaine (in both products)
Humectant
0 / —
- Hydrating

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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Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Propanediol →
Betaine
Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Humectant
Betaine is the zwitterion (inner salt) that conforms to the formula
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →