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The INKEY List Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) Toner Versus COSRX Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner

The INKEY List Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) Toner Versus COSRX Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner Detailed comparison of The INKEY List Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) Toner versus COSRX Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner. This smoothing toner is formulated around Gluconolacto

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The INKEY List Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) Toner Versus COSRX Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner Detailed comparison of The INKEY List Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) Toner versus COSRX Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner. This smoothing toner is formulated around Gluconolactone and Niacinamide to refine skin texture and brighten dull-looking skin. This calming toner is formulated around Centella Asiatica Leaf Water and Panthenol to calm redness and strengthen the skin barrier. No concerns Water Propanediol Gluconolactone 3% Niacinamide 3% Pentylene Glycol Glycerin Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Potassium Sorbate Sodium Benzoate PPG-26-Buteth-26 PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil 1,2-Hexanediol Caprylyl Glycol Ethylhexylglycerin Citric Acid Sodium Hydroxide Water, Propanediol, Gluconolactone 3%, Niacinamide 3%, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide Centella Asiatica Leaf Water Butylene Glycol Betaine Panthenol Allantoin Ethyl Hexanediol Sodium Hyaluronate Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Panthenol, Allantoin, Ethyl Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate These ingredients are found in both products. Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount. 1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse. It is a: Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin Emollient, helping to soften skin Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives 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!