Comparison between COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner vs. Klairs Supple Preparation Toner Unscented

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11 Ingredients 28

1
Water
1
Water
2
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Water
2
Butylene Glycol
3
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Water
3
Dimethyl Sulfone
4
Butylene Glycol
4
Betaine
5
1,2-Hexanediol
5
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
6
Sodium Lactate
6
Natto Gum
7
Glycolic Acid
7
Sodium Hyaluronate
8
Betaine Salicylate
8
Disodium EDTA
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Uniqueness8 out of 11
72.7%
Uniqueness25 out of 28
89.3%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
3 out of 11
27%
chemical
7 out of 11
64%
natural
7 out of 28
25%
chemical
15 out of 28
54%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#41,2-Hexanediol#5Sodium Lactate#6Allantoin#9Panthenol#10
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycolic Acid#7Allantoin#9
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#9Glycolic Acid#7
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#2Betaine#4Sodium Hyaluronate#7Panthenol#15Beta-Glucan#18
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract#20

Detailed view

COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner vs. Klairs Supple Preparation Toner Unscented
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

#2Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Water

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#2Butylene 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.

Position 3

#3Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Water

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3Dimethyl Sulfone

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#4Butylene 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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#4Betaine

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.

Position 5

#51,2-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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#5Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

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