Anua BHA 2% Gentle Exfoliating Toner Versus S'he vec Slyc-Alright 2% Salicylic Acid + Copper Peptide + Laurus Nobilis

Anua BHA 2% Gentle Exfoliating Toner Versus S'he vec Slyc-Alright 2% Salicylic Acid + Copper Peptide + Laurus Nobilis Detailed comparison of Anua BHA 2% Gentle Exfoliating Toner versus S'he vec Slyc-Alright 2% Salicylic Acid + Copper Peptide + Laurus Nobilis. This smoothing toner is formulated around Salicylic Acid and Salix Alba Bark Extract to refine skin texture and clear breakouts. This acne toner is formulated around Salicylic Acid and Copper Tripeptide-1 to clear breakouts and refine the look of pores. Water Dipropylene Glycol 1,2-Hexanediol Salicylic Acid C12-14 Pareth-12 Octyldodeceth-16 Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract Pentylene Glycol Salix Alba Bark Extract Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract Pueraria Lobata Root Extract Centella Asiatica Extract Ficus Carica Fruit Extract Hydrogenated Lecithin Sodium Hyaluronate Sodium Citrate Citric Acid Xanthan Gum Disodium EDTA Tocopherol Ceramide NP Butylene Glycol Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid Potassium Hyaluronate Hyaluronic Acid Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate Ethylhexylglycerin Water, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salicylic Acid, C12-14 Pareth-12, Octyldodeceth-16, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Butylene Glycol, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Potassium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin Laurus Nobilis Leaf Water Glycolic Acid Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate Magnesium Aspartate Niacinamide Zinc PCA Panthenol Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract Zinc Gluconate Lactic Acid Tartaric Acid Malic Acid Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract Glycerin Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract Citrus Medica Fruit Juice Extract Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract Saccharum Officinarum Extract Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract Caprylyl Glycol Phenoxyethanol Copper Gluconate Copper Tripeptide-1 Water, Laurus Nobilis Leaf Water, Glycolic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Salicylic Acid, Magnesium Aspartate, Niacinamide, Zinc PCA, Panthenol, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Zinc Gluconate, Lactic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Malic Acid, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract, Citrus Medica Fruit Juice Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Copper Gluconate, Copper Tripeptide-1 Be the first to review These ingredients are found in both products. Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount. Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes. Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath. However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products. Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH. In skincare formulas, citric acid can: While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants. Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations. Rosacea skin has a lower threshold for acids generally, with 62.5% of rosacea subjects in one study reacting to lactic acid in a sting test. This is why we mark citric acid as a potential rosacea trigger. However, this ingredient shows up as a pH adjuster or chelator at roughly 0.1-1% in many products. These low levels are unlikely to be an issue for rosacea skin and becomes a potential trigger at exfoliating concentrations (20%). Because everybody's skin is unique, we recommend a patch test if you are unsure. Pentylene Glycol (1,2-pentanediol) is a multitasking little diol with three main roles in a formula: Research on alkanediols (the family pentylene glycol belongs to) show they work by disrupting microbial cell membranes. This disruption helps the primary preservative system in a product work more effectively at lower doses. On the safety side, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel has concluded this ingredient to be safe as used in current cosmetic practices + concentrations. Typical use levels in a formula run about 1-5%. Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation. Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts. Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive. Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product. It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moi