Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant

Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant Detailed comparison of Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant. This calming toner is formulated around Houttuynia Cordata Extract and Panthenol to calm redness and hydrate skin. This pore-care exfoliator is formulated around Salicylic Acid and Phytosphingosine to refine the look of pores and refine skin texture. No key ingredients No concerns Houttuynia Cordata Extract 77% Water 1,2-Hexanediol Glycerin Betaine Panthenol Saccharum Officinarum Extract Portulaca Oleracea Extract Butylene Glycol Vitex Agnus Castus Extract Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract Arctium Lappa Root Extract Phellinus Linteus Extract Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract Centella Asiatica Extract Isopentyldiol Methylpropanediol Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer Tromethamine Disodium EDTA Houttuynia Cordata Extract 77%, Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Betaine, Panthenol, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Butylene Glycol, Vitex Agnus Castus Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Isopentyldiol, Methylpropanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Disodium EDTA Polysorbate 20 Salicylic Acid Phytosphingosine Hydroxyethylcellulose Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract Epilobium Angustifolium Extract Bisabolol Tetrasodium EDTA Sodium Hydroxide Water, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Salicylic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Extract, Bisabolol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide These ingredients are found in both products. Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount. Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons: Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients. Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness. Methylpropanediol is a synthetic solvent and humectant. As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients, helping to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. This ingredient has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties which makes it a preservative booster. Methylpropanediol is able to add a bit of moisture to the skin. It also helps other ingredients be better absorbed into the skin, such as salicylic acid. 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!