tonymoly Propolis Tower Barrier Rebalancing Toner

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Propolis Extract
2. Glycerin
3. 1,2-Hexanediol
4. Propanediol
5. Niacinamide
6. Dipropylene Glycol
7. Centella Asiatica Extract
8. Portulaca Oleracea Extract
9. Phellinus Linteus Extract
10. Arctium Lappa Root Extract
11. Scrophularia Buergeriana Extract(2
12. 400Ppm)
13. Honey Extract(2
14. 400Ppm)
15. Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
16. Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
17. Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
18. Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
19. Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract
20. Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
21. Corallina Officinalis Extract
22. Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
23. Vitex Agnus Castus Extract
24. Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
25. Adenosine
26. Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
27. Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
28. Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract
29. Panthenol
30. Curcuma Longa Root Extract
31. Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether
32. Rosa Damascena Flower Water
33. Prunus Persica Fruit Extract
34. Sodium Hyaluronate
35. Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
36. Jasminum Officinale Flower Water
37. Dextrin
38. Theobroma Cacao Extract
39. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
40. Water
41. Vinyl Dimethicone
42. Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
43. Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
44. Hydrogenated Lecithin
45. Xanthan Gum
46. Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
47. Ceramide NP
48. Beta-Glucan

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains fragranceContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains silicones

Key ingredients

SKIN CONDITIONING

Propolis Extract1,2-HexanediolPortulaca Oleracea Extract

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SOLVENT

Propanediol

SMOOTHING

Niacinamide

FRAGRANCE

Dipropylene Glycol

CLEANSING

Centella Asiatica Extract

Other ingredients

Phellinus Linteus ExtractArctium Lappa Root ExtractScrophularia Buergeriana Extract(2400Ppm)Honey Extract(2400Ppm)Saccharomyces Ferment FiltrateHedera Helix Leaf/Stem ExtractVanilla Planifolia Fruit ExtractOcimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractCucumis Melo Fruit ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCorallina Officinalis ExtractLactobacillus Ferment LysateVitex Agnus Castus ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractAdenosineMelia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMelia Azadirachta Flower ExtractPyrus Communis Fruit ExtractPanthenolCurcuma Longa Root ExtractEthyl Ascorbyl EtherRosa Damascena Flower WaterPrunus Persica Fruit ExtractSodium HyaluronateCetyl EthylhexanoateJasminum Officinale Flower WaterDextrinTheobroma Cacao ExtractCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideWaterVinyl DimethiconePolyglyceryl-4 CapratePolyglyceryl-4 OleateHydrogenated LecithinXanthan GumPhytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamateCeramide NPBeta-Glucan

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Ingredients explained

Propolis Extract

Propolis extract for antimicrobial care; complex composition, potential allergy risk.

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent for essential oils; better humectancy than PEG

Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella asiatica extract for soothing/repair; low irritation, common in sensitive skin products.

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Achyronica extract with anti-inflammatory properties; monitor for heavy metals and pesticides, low-risk at typical doses

Phellinus Linteus Extract

Phellinus linteus polysaccharide at 0.1–0.5% in water phase; boosts hydration, low allergenicity

Arctium Lappa Root Extract

Burdock root extract for skin conditioning; watch for raw material impurities.

Scrophularia Buergeriana Extract(2

Not decoded yet

400Ppm)

Not decoded yet

Honey Extract(2

Not decoded yet

400Ppm)

Not decoded yet

Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate

Yeast ferment filtrate; humectant and conditioner. May contain peptides, prone to browning, protect from light.

Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract

Ivy extract for soothing/astringent skin care; usually acts in synergy.

Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract

Vanilla extract adds scent and soothing; acts as natural fragrance, dose carefully.

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

Holy basil leaf extract for conditioning; complex botanical, patch test recommended for compatibility

Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract

Melon fruit extract rich in antioxidants and polysaccharides for soothing and hydration; natural, may contain allergens, test for sensitization.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.

Corallina Officinalis Extract

Corallina extract, polysaccharide-rich humectant/film former; algal source, batch variation.

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

Lactobacillus ferment lysate for skin conditioning; provides soothing and hydration, low sensitization risk if sterile.

Vitex Agnus Castus Extract

Agnus-castus extract for astringency; phytoestrogenic activity, avoid in pregnant/hormone-sensitive users.

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

Plant extract, soothing properties; contains natural allergens, high levels may irritate.

Adenosine

Skin conditioner at 0.1-1%; used for anti-aging and repair

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

Plant extract, 0.1–1%; has antibacterial properties, allergy testing advised.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

Plant extract, 0.1–1%; antioxidant properties, light sensitivity advised.

Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract

Pear fruit extract with polyphenols and antioxidants; moisturizing and protective; juice-based, requires preservative and stability management.

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Curcuma Longa Root Extract

Turmeric root extract, contains curcumin, colorant/antioxidant; high doses may sensitize.

Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether

Ethyl ascorbyl ether antioxidant; more stable than ascorbic acid, minimal irritation at low concentrations.

Rosa Damascena Flower Water

Aromatic hydrosol base; provides scent and conditioning benefits.

Prunus Persica Fruit Extract

Peach fruit extract with fruit acids and fibers; used as mild physical exfoliant and moisturizer

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Synthetic oil providing slip; large molecule, low penetration, non-comedogenic, suitable for dry or rough skin.

Jasminum Officinale Flower Water

Jasminum officinale flower water for fragrance and conditioning; may contain allergenic spices, caution for sensitive skin

Dextrin

Polymer thickener and binder from starch fermentation; biodegradable, hygroscopic, may affect powder flow

Theobroma Cacao Extract

Cacao extract providing antioxidants and conditioning, aids skin elasticity.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Vinyl Dimethicone

Silicone viscosity modifier at 0.5–5%; provides smooth feel, non-comedogenic

Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate

Non-ionic emulsifier; biodegradable, compatibility with anionics requires check.

Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate

Non-ionic emulsifier derived from plant oils; gentle, used in O/W or W/O systems, low irritancy.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate

Phytosterol blend for skin conditioning; gentle, barrier-repairing, low irritation.

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Beta-Glucan

Polysaccharide for soothing and hydration; high MW acts on the surface, poor penetration into deep dermis.

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