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Polyhydroxy Acid Toner.

The Inky List Polyhydroxy Acid Toner
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About this product

A liquid exfoliating toner containing polyhydroxy acids (gluconolactone) along with niacinamide and glycerin to gently remove dead skin cells and hydrate.

Best for

Sensitive skin
Toners

The Guru Index verdict

75%

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What the gurus are saying

Gurus consistently praise this toner as an effective yet mild option suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. The PHA formulation with niacinamide and glycerin is seen as a gentle exfoliant that can be used twice daily without irritation. The recurring theme is that it delivers results (improved texture and radiance over time) at an affordable price point, making it a smart alternative to harsher chemical exfoliants.
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"Polyhydroxy acids such as gluconolactone are both hydrating and very gently exfoliate. As long as it's tolerated, they can be used twice a day. They're super gentle exfoliants and they can be used twice a day."
Approved
"The Inky List Polyhydroxy Acid Toner is a product that's worth using. PHAs are different from AHAs and BHAs, they're a lot milder. It contains a product called gluconolactone, which is a mild exfoliant that's a little bit more gentle in terms of its exfoliation so it doesn't damage the skin and can be used by all skin types. What's really nice within the ingredients is that they've included niacinamide, which is a skincare favorite, and it's got glycerin in there as well. This is a clean formulation that can be used as a nice toner, a far cry from old astringent toners which had alcohol in there. If you want to include a toner, this is something that I really do recommend. The Inky List Polyhydroxy Acid Toner is definitely something that you should use for all skin types."
Approved
"The Inky List has a polyhydroxy acid toner that contains three percent polyhydroxy acid along with three percent niacinamide, another great one that's more affordable. Polyhydroxy acids are more of a humectant but over time it can certainly slowly improve that skin texture and skin radiance."
Approved
"If you want a more deluxe experience without breaking the bank, the Inky List PHA Toner is an awesome one, particularly if you have sensitive skin that you'll be able to use more frequently. It exfoliates, but very gently, removes the dead skin cells from your face."
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