Comparison between Paula's Choice SKIN RECOVERY Enriched Calming Toner vs. Shiseido Treatment Softener Enriched

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28 Ingredients 37

1
Water
1
Water
2
Cyclopentasiloxane
2
Dipropylene Glycol
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Glycerin
4
Glycereth-26
4
Diglycerin
5
Dimethiconol
5
PEG-6
6
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
6
Butylene Glycol
7
Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Oil
7
Betaine
8
Sodium Hyaluronate
8
PEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether
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Uniqueness21 out of 28
75.0%
Uniqueness29 out of 37
78.4%

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
7 out of 28
25%
chemical
18 out of 28
64%
natural
14 out of 37
38%
chemical
17 out of 37
46%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil#6Sodium Hyaluronate#8Tocopherol#10Panthenol#12Allantoin#13Glycerin#14
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Allantoin#13Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil#6Laureth-4#21Laureth-23#22
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#13Benzoic Acid#27
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 1
Glycerin#3Butylene Glycol#6Betaine#7Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil#30Tocopherol#34Alcohol Denatured#18
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil#30
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Citric Acid#23Linalool#24

Detailed view

Paula's Choice SKIN RECOVERY Enriched Calming Toner vs. Shiseido Treatment Softener Enriched
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

#2Cyclopentasiloxane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
Protection
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cyclopentasiloxane is a fluid silicone. It’s non-greasy and doesn’t have any scent or color. It evaporates pretty fast which makes this ingredient essential when it comes to making products that have to dry quickly. It also gives a nice silky feeling when you apply the product to the skin and hair. It leaves a thin film that protects the skin after evaporation.

Cyclopentasiloxane is chemically neutral, meaning it doesn’t react with other components.

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#2Dipropylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dipropylene Glycol is a solvent, emulsifier, viscosity decreasing, and masking agent. It helps to extract useful chemicals from plants and leaves, making natural components in a product more effective. It also helps to hydrate the skin. Considered safe for health and doesn't irritate the skin in common concentration.

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

#4Glycereth-26

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Diglycerin

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 5

#5Dimethiconol

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Emollient, Moisturising
Protection
Hair conditioning
Hair gloss
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5PEG-6

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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