Skintific Glycolic Acid Daily Clarifying Exfoliating Toner vs Paula's Choice Advanced Replenishing Toner

Skintific

Paula's Choice

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

A toner built around Hyaluronic acid and Ferulic acid, for barrier repair and smoothing.

Toner

29 ingredients

41 ingredients

Brand price

AUD 22.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 29.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from Indonesia

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At a Glance

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

Ceramide3
Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.
Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP
PHA1
Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.
Lactobionic Acid
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract
AHA3
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid

Face oil1
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Ferulic acid1
A plant antioxidant that stabilises vitamins C and E.
Ferulic Acid

Hydrating9
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Lactic Acid, Lactobionic Acid
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Niacinamide
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
0-1 / —
- Silicones
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Glycereth-26
Humectant
0 / 0
Polysorbate 20
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dimethiconol
Emollient
0-1 / —
- Silicones
Linoleic Acid
Emollient
- Fatty acids (stearic, oleic, lauric)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Oleic Acid
Emollient
2-3 / —
- Fatty acids (stearic, oleic, lauric)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Linolenic Acid
Emollient
- Fatty acids (stearic, oleic, lauric)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

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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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.
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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