Comparison between Paula's Choice SKIN RECOVERY Enriched Calming Toner vs. Thayers Milky Hydrating Face Toner

Find out which product is better for your skin.

28 Ingredients 19

1
Water
1
Water
2
Cyclopentasiloxane
2
Glycerin
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide
4
Glycereth-26
4
Citric Acid
5
Dimethiconol
5
Potassium Hydroxide
6
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
6
Sodium Hyaluronate
7
Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Oil
7
Sambucus Nigra Flower Water
8
Sodium Hyaluronate
8
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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Uniqueness23 out of 28
82.1%
Uniqueness14 out of 19
73.7%

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
4 out of 19
21%
chemical
9 out of 19
47%

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: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Sodium Hyaluronate#6
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glyceryl Stearate SE#11
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Citric Acid#4Benzoic Acid#14

Detailed view

Paula's Choice SKIN RECOVERY Enriched Calming Toner vs. Thayers Milky Hydrating Face 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

#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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#2Glycerin

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 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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#3Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4

#4Glycereth-26

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

Origin: natural
Role: Buffering agent, Chelating agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
Cleansing
Exfoliating
Soothing
Lightening
Lifting
Hair growth stimulating
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Citric Acid is one of the AHAs and it is a super useful component! It’s a great antioxidant. It acts as a soft peeling that removes dead cells and kills bacteria. It becomes even more effective if used with other cosmetic acids. Combined formulations are more active, but can irritate sensitive skin if used too often. The component can also whiten the skin and remove dark areas.

It's an exfoliator, meaning it increases UV sensitivity of your skin. That's why it's very important to use sunscreen after it.
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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#5Potassium Hydroxide

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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