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ma:nyo Bifida Biome Ampoule Toner Versus Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist

ma:nyo Bifida Biome Ampoule Toner Versus Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist This barrier-repair toner is formulated around Panthenol and Bifida Ferment Lysate to strengthen the skin barrier and hydrate skin. This calming toner is formul

ma:nyo Bifida Biome Ampoule Toner Versus Allies of Skin Molecular Saviour Probiotics Treatment Mist

This barrier-repair toner is formulated around Panthenol and Bifida Ferment Lysate to strengthen the skin barrier and hydrate skin.

This calming toner is formulated around Niacinamide and Lactobacillus Ferment to calm redness and strengthen the skin barrier.

What's inside

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

Water

Butylene Glycol

Glycerin

Propanediol

Pentylene Glycol

1,2-Hexanediol

Chondrus Crispus Extract

Saccharum Officinarum Extract

Betaine

Panthenol

Ethylhexylglycerin

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Chlorella Vulgaris Extract

Disodium EDTA

Glucose

Xanthan Gum

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Fructooligosaccharides

Fructose

Bifida Ferment Lysate

Ceramide NP

Hamamelis Virginiana Water

Tocopherol

Allantoin

Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract

Lactobionic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Xylitylglucoside

Anhydroxylitol

Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans

Sodium Hyaluronate

Cutibacterium Granulosum Ferment Extract Filtrate

Xylitol

Benzyl Glycol

Bifida Ferment Filtrate

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate

Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid

Salix Alba Bark Extract

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Betaine, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Disodium EDTA, Glucose, Xanthan Gum, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Ceramide NP, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract, Lactobionic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cutibacterium Granulosum Ferment Extract Filtrate, Xylitol, Benzyl Glycol, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract

Polysorbate 20

Niacinamide

Lactobacillus Ferment

Gluconolactone

Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate Filtrate

Yogurt

Zinc PCA

Bisabolol

Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder

Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Silk Amino Acids

Silver

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Callus Culture Extract

Ergothioneine

Glutathione

Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Chrysin

N-Hydroxysuccinimide

Glutamylamidoethyl Imidazole

Calcium Gluconate

Sorbic Acid

Sodium Benzoate

Sodium Gluconate

Steareth-20

Sodium Hydroxide

Phenoxyethanol

Water, Polysorbate 20, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Lactobacillus Ferment, Gluconolactone, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Yogurt, Zinc PCA, Bisabolol, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Silk Amino Acids, Silver, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Callus Culture Extract, Ergothioneine, Glutathione, Glycerin, Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Chrysin, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Glutamylamidoethyl Imidazole, Xanthan Gum, Calcium Gluconate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Gluconate, Steareth-20, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:

The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.

Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.

Glycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.

Topically, glycerin does several things at once:

Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.

Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.

This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.

Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.

It’s often used to:

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Ingredients & structured notes

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Ingredients Explained

  1. 01These ingredients are found in both products.
  2. 02Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
  3. 03Mandelic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA).
  4. 04Like other AHAs, it helps exfoliate the surface of the skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
  5. 05Mandelic acid helps with:
  6. 06Due to it having a larger molecular size than glycolic acid, mandelic acid is able to penetrate the skin more slowly and evenly. This makes it gentler and less irritating, making it a great option for sensitive or beginner skin.
  7. 07Despite being milder, mandelic acid is still an effective exfoliant that improves skin texture and tone over time.
  8. 08What makes mandelic acid stand out from other AHAs? It has antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
  9. 09These traits make it a great option for acne-prone or problem skin by reducing active breakouts and fading post-acne marks. Studies show that mandelic acid (especially when combined with salicylic acid) can significantly reduce pimples and hyperpigm…
  10. 10Mandelic acid is effective in concentrations of 5% and up with an ideal pH range of 3-4 for at-home use.
  11. 11Like other AHAs, it’s important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your newly exfoliated skin.
  12. 12However, unlike glycolic acid, mandelic acid is light-sensitive. Be sure your mandelic acid is packaged in opaque containers to ensure it stays stable and effective.
  13. 13In short, mandelic acid is a gentle yet powerful AHA that exfoliates, brightens, and helps clarify skin while keeping irritation low. Its antibacterial action makes it especially beneficial for those with acne-prone, sensitive, or uneven skin, offer…
  14. 14Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
  15. 15Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
  16. 16So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
  17. 17You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!
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