Comparison between Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner vs. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

Find out which product is better for your skin.

21 Ingredients 20

1
Houttuynia Cordata (Tsi) Extract
1
Water
2
Water
2
Dimethicone
3
1,2-Hexanediol
3
Glycerin
4
Glycerin
4
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
5
Betaine
5
Phenoxyethanol
6
Panthenol
6
Polyacrylamide
7
Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract
7
Cetearyl Olivate
8
Portulaca Oleracea (Green Purslane) Extract
8
Sorbitan Olivate
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Uniqueness19 out of 21
90.5%
Uniqueness18 out of 20
90.0%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
11 out of 21
52%
chemical
7 out of 21
33%
natural
2 out of 20
10%
chemical
16 out of 20
80%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
1,2-Hexanediol#3Glycerin#4Betaine#5Panthenol#6Butylene Glycol#9Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#11
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#11
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Sodium Hyaluronate#15
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner vs. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel
Position 1

#1Houttuynia Cordata (Tsi) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

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#2Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

Position 3

#31,2-Hexanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

1,2-Hexanediol can do a lot of good things for the formulation of the product. It’s an emollient, preservative, and humectant. It keeps skin hydrated and soft. It’s a good component for dry and dehydrated skin.

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#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 4

#4Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#4Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 5

#5Betaine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Betaine is used a lot in “organic” skincare products. It is a good moisturizer that not only hydrates the skin but also strengthens the cell membrane. This helps to lower the water loss over time. It also softens the skin and reduces irritation and redness. It’s often used at a 3-5% concentration depending on the product.

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#5Phenoxyethanol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Preservative
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Phenoxyethanol is one of the most popular preservatives. It kills bacteria and makes the product live longer. Manufacturers like this ingredient because it can dissolve in any liquid, even in oils.

Another purpose of this component is the fixation of aromas in perfumery. Phenoxyethanol is also used as a strong antiseptic and a good antibacterial agent. It is widely used in dermatological cosmetics alongside natural antiseptics such as chamomile, sage, and calendula.

Like many other preservatives, Phenoxyethanol is a strong chemical. European Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 allows this component in cosmetics at a maximum concentration of 1%. Clinical studies showed that the component doesn’t irritate the skin and doesn’t make it sensitive. According to the CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 it’s not toxic.

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