Comparison between By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water vs. Medik8 Press And Glow Toner

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22 Ingredients 13

1
Water
1
Water
2
Mandelic Acid
2
Gluconolactone
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Glycerin
4
Beta-Glucan
4
Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
5
Panthenol
5
Euterpe Oleracea (Acai) Fruit Extract
6
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
6
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice
7
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Fruit Extract
7
Sodium Hydroxide
8
Sodium Hyaluronate
8
Sodium Citrate
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Uniqueness18 out of 22
81.8%
Uniqueness9 out of 13
69.2%

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
8 out of 22
36%
chemical
12 out of 22
55%
natural
5 out of 13
38%
chemical
7 out of 13
54%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Beta-Glucan#4Panthenol#5Sodium Hyaluronate#8Glycerin#121,2-Hexanediol#21
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Glycerin#3
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water vs. Medik8 Press And Glow Toner
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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

#2Mandelic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Antimicrobial agent
Cleansing
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Gluconolactone

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent
Antioxidants
Moisturizing
Acne fighting
Lifting
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Gluconolactone belongs to poly hydroxy acids (PHA). It’s very similar to AHAs chemically, that’s why it is usually presented as a «Next Generation AHA». It has all the benefits of AHA but it doesn’t irritate the skin. It’s a strong natural antioxidant which is as strong as Tocopherol or Ascorbic Acid.

Position 3

#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

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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

#4Beta-Glucan

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Bulking agent
Moisturizing
Cleansing
Soothing
Healing
Rejuvenation
Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
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#4Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 5

#5Panthenol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning
Moisturizing
Soothing
Healing
Hair conditioning
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Panthenol is a proud member of a league of the best-performing components. It's a stable form of Vitamin B5 and is also known as Pro-Vitamin B5. It’s a very good and effective component for hydration, healing, and soothing irritated skin. It works so soft and gentle that it’s even recommended for people with skin problems like eczema.

In haircare products it’s used for protecting the fiber. It’s researched very well and doesn’t have any negative side effects.

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#5Euterpe Oleracea (Acai) Fruit Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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