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PHA Toner

product review positives
This is a toner that provides gentle chemical exfoliation. It features the star ingredient Gluconolactone, which is a PHA (Polyhydroxyacid). PHAs are a gentler option for individuals who have sensitive skin but still want to exfoliate their skin. This is because unlike AHAs and BHAs, PHAs have a larger molecule that can't penetrate very deeply into the skin. This results in a more superficial exfoliation and decreased levels of irritation. Gluconolactone is also a humectant so it has hydrating properties. ▪︎My skin profile: Combination, dehydrated prone to rosacea and Malassezia. ▪︎Fragrance free: Yes. ▪︎Malassezia (fungal acne) safe: No. This toner has a watery texture and a subtle scent to it which dissipates very quickly after application. I enjoy using this on my hands, neck and torso and I have noticed a subtle difference, mostly on the areas with thinner skin such as the hands and neck. During the nighttime I often soak my hands with the toner then apply a thicker layer of cream to lock in the hydration. I wake up with beautifully smooth hands! I feel that my skin hydration levels are overall increased. Will I repurchase? I have decided not to, as this is not suitable for people prone to Malassezia, plus the phenoxyethanol burns my face.
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The cap design is very annoying. I think that an applicator such as The Ordinary's Glycolic Acid solution would have been better but I understand that the packaging is designed to keep the costs low. Due to the cap and since the toner is watery I always end up spilling the liquid when pouring it. I'm bummed that I can't use this on my face since this is originally why I purchased it. This toner causes my eyeballs to burn as well as I experience skin irritation and flushing due to the Phenoxyethanol (I am allergic to it). I have resorted to using it on my hands and chest since these areas are not that sensitive. I find the ingredients concentration quite low so it takes some time to see results but the most sensitive skin types / chemical exfoliation beginners will appreciate this. I have switched to the Tiam AC Fighting PHA 12 Purifying Liquid which has a higher PHA concentration and is Malassezia safe. Last but not least, as this product is not Malassezia safe, I have switched to Ti'am PHA Liquid, which also has a higher PHA concentration (12%).
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Lingua

Dry/Resilient

thank you so detailed👏
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hannahliz

Oily/Resilient

Those pictures are gorgeous 😍
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Dewologyyy

Oily/Sensitive

the cap thing is also an issue I have and I find it super annoying so I get u

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