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Glycolic Acid TonerA toner built around AHA and Glycolic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.
A toner built around Hyaluronic acid and Panthenol, for hydration and barrier repair.
Brand price
USD 18.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
AUD 22.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
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Key Ingredients
Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Ceramide3
Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.
Benefits
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Hydrating17
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
1,2-Butanediol, Betaine, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Glyceryl Glucoside, Maris Aqua, Panthenol, Peg/Ppg/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium PCA, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair12
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Betaine, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Glycerin, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation4
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Panthenol
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis12
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Ingredients Side-by-side
Fragrance
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- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Skin Conditioning
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Skin Conditioning
Solvent
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aqua
Solvent
Betaine
Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Humectant
Betaine is the zwitterion (inner salt) that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Betaine →Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →
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