The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner vs Plum 3% Niacinamide & Rice Water Toner for Bright Skin

The Ordinary

Plum

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

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

Toner

42 ingredients

20 ingredients

Brand price

USD 8.10 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 299.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
AHA2
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid1
The smallest AHA, and so the most penetrating.
Glycolic Acid
Lactic acid1
An AHA that also acts as a humectant.
Sodium Lactate

Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Colloidal oatmeal1
Finely milled oat — an FDA-recognised skin protectant.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

Hydrating11
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Fructose, Glucose, Glutamic Acid, Glycerin, Histidine, PCA, Propanediol, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Sucrose, Urea
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Hexyl Nicotinate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Sucrose
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Sucrose

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Anhydroxylitol, Butylene Glycol, Methyl Gluceth-20, Panthenol, Sorbitol, Xylitol, Xylitylglucoside
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Xylitol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Panthenol
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide

May Trigger Acne2
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Hexylene Glycol, Triethanolamine
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Polysorbate 20
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Hexylene Glycol, Triethanolamine

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Rosa Damascena Flower Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
Fragrance
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Glycerin
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Triethanolamine
Cleansing
2 / 0
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
Aminomethyl Propanol
Buffering
0 / 0
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Aqua
Solvent
Water
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Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Rosa Damascena Flower water is an aqueous solution of the steam of the distillate obtained from the flowers of the Damask Rose, Rosa damascena, Rosaceae
Learn more about Rosa Damascena Flower Water →