Description: This AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) tonic is formulated for oily, normal, or combination skin types. It helps to remove residue and excess sebum, to leave skin soft, smooth, and moist.

 

Texture: Liquid

 

Size: 4.0 FL OZ (115 mL)

 

Concerns: 

• Non-inflamed acne
• Breakouts
• Keratosis Pilaris
• Blackheads
• Aging skin
• Dull skin
• Excess oil 

 

Benefits:

• Smoothing
• Moderately exfoliating
• Brightening
• Reduce + prevent blackheads 
• Reduce breakouts
• Reduce appearance of fine lines + wrinkles
• Smooths keratosis pilaris

 

Skin Type + Condition 

• Oily
• Normal
• Combination
• Non-inflamed acne
• Keratosis pilaris

 

Key Ingredients:

 

• Glycolic Acid 10% - Glycolic acid is a colorless and odorless derivative of sugar cane. It's an excellent exfoliant and can penetrate the damaged areas of the skin to promote cell turnover. This leaves the skin with a smoother, more youthful appearance.  Glycolic acid can also balance the skin’s PH and reduce pimples caused by oily skin.

 

• Lactic Acid - An Alpha Hydroxy Acid that helps reduce acne breakouts and signs of aging, like wrinkles. It helps lighten and brighten the skin for those with any skin discolorations, and is commonly used to exfoliate the skin by encouraging the shedding of dead skin cells. Lactic acid formulations are derived from beets.

 

• Allantoin - A botanical extract from the comfrey plant, Allantoin is native to Europe and was brought to North America by early settlers. Now comfrey can be found all over the world as it produces small, bell-like flowers that bloom in clusters of pink, purple, or blue.  Comfrey has been widely used for its healing properties aiding in calming and soothing the skin.  It's appropriate for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It's, also, used to prevent dry, itchy or rough skin.

 

• Aloe Vera Extract - Aloe vera gel is the cold pressed extraction from the leaves of the aloe vera plant, a succulent indigenous to East and South Africa. The clear gel is known for its cool, soothing properties. For this reason, American Indians called Aloe "The Wand of Heaven'' and it was their belief that anyone touched by the plant would be cured of their skin disorders.  Aloe vera gel aids in treating burns, bites, and cuts, as well as reduces inflammation to soothe the skin.

 

Suggested Use: After cleansing, apply a small quantity on a cotton round and wipe over the face and neck. 

 

Full Ingredients: 

Deionized Water, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, ButyleneGlycol, Methyl Gluceth-20, SDA 40, Glycerin, Allantoin, SodiumPCA, Panthenol, Aloe Vera Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Extracts of Lemon and Witch Hazel

 

Complimentary Products: Clarifying Cleanser, Acne Gel, Balancing Lotion

 

Contraindications: Skin cancer, compromised skin. For external use only.

 

FAQ’s: 

 

1. Can Exfoliating Toner be used on all skin tones?
   1. Yes, Exfoliating Toner is safe for all skin tones.
2. Is Exfoliating Toner safe to use during pregnancy? 
   1. We always recommend you talk with your doctor first.

 

 Resources:

• Angela Palmer: Very Well Health: https://www.verywellhealth.com/glycolic-acid-15774#:~:text=Glycolic%20acid%20works%20to%20exfoliate,for%20a%20more%20youthful%20appearance
• Lindsey Metrus: Byrdie: Derms Say Lactic Acid Can Significantly Reduce Breakouts and Fine Lines: https://www.byrdie.com/lactic-acid-for-skin