rituals Refreshing Facial Toner
rituals RITUALS Refreshing Facial Toner lists 32 ingredients on its label, 27 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
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.
- Aqua/Water
- Glycerin
- C12-13 Pareth-9
- Betaine
- Trideceth-9
- Panthenol
- Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate
- Bis-PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone
- Citric Acid
- Sodium Citrate
- Sodium Chloride
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Menthyl Lactate
- Maltodextrin
- Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract
- Pantolactone
- Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- Sodium Benzoate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Potassium Sorbate
- Parfum/Fragrance
- Limonene
- Linalool
- Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
- Citronellol
- Geraniol
- Benzyl Salicylate
- Citral
- Ci 17200/Red 33
- Ci 47005/Yellow 10
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains essential oilsContains formaldehyde releasers
Formulation view Aqueous base with glycerin, lotus, and moringa seed extracts, plus panthenol for hydration. Mild surfactants and menthyl lactate offer a refreshing feel. Buffered with citrate and preserved with phenoxyethanol. Contains fragrances. Suited for dry or rough skin in the morning, balancing PEG-5 solubility and fragrance sensitization risks.
Key ingredients
- 溶剂
- Aqua/Water
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- HAIR CONDITIONING
- Betaine
- ANTISTATIC
- PanthenolCocamidopropyl Betaine
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate
- BUFFERING
- Citric Acid
Other ingredients
C12-13 Pareth-9Trideceth-9Bis-PEG/PPG-20/20 DimethiconeSodium CitrateSodium ChlorideEthylhexylglycerinMenthyl LactateMaltodextrinMoringa Pterygosperma Seed ExtractPantolactonePentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateSodium BenzoatePhenoxyethanolPotassium SorbateParfum/FragranceLimoneneLinaloolHydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene CarboxaldehydeCitronellolGeraniolBenzyl SalicylateCitralCi 17200/Red 33Ci 47005/Yellow 10
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua/Water | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| C12-13 Pareth-9 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Betaine | HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Trideceth-9 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Panthenol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cocamidopropyl Betaine | ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Bis-PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Citrate | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Chloride | BULKING, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Menthyl Lactate | FRAGRANCE, REFRESHING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Maltodextrin | ABSORBENT, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract | 皮肤调理剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pantolactone | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Parfum/Fragrance | 香精 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING · 限制 II/1380 From 23 August 2019 cosmetic products containing that substance shall not be placed on the Union market. From 23 August 2021 cosmetic products containing that substance shall not be made available on the Union market.’; | 5 · 0 | Green |
| Citronellol | PERFUMING · 限制 III/86 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Geraniol | TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 III/78 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Benzyl Salicylate | PERFUMING, LIGHT STABILIZER · 限制 III/75 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Citral | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING · 限制 III/70 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Ci 17200/Red 33 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Ci 47005/Yellow 10 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua/Water
- Solvent, formulation base; requires preservation, pure water is microbially prone.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- C12-13 Pareth-9
- Not decoded yet
- Betaine
- Betaine for mild moisturizing/surfactant; low concentration 1-2% common, high may irritate.
- Trideceth-9
- Not decoded yet
- Panthenol
- Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery
- Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
- Lotus flower extract for skin conditioning; no specific irritancy or comedogenic data, generally safe at standard use.
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Cocamidopropyl betaine; zwitterionic co-surfactant reducing irritation and boosting foam, common in mild cleansers.
- PEG-5 Ethylhexanoate
- Low-molecular PEG ester; used as solubilizer or emulsifier; ensure high purity to avoid impurity-related sensitization.
- Bis-PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone
- Not decoded yet
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Sodium Citrate
- Sodium citrate for buffering and chelating; adjust pH, careful with strong acid reactions.
- Sodium Chloride
- Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Menthyl Lactate
- Menthyl lactate, cooling and fragrance agent, provides mild menthol sensation for refreshing
- Maltodextrin
- High-MW multifunctional excipient for thickening, binding, and emulsion stability; inert, non-penetrating conditioning.
- Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract
- Moringa seed extract rich in antioxidants and amino acids; used for skin conditioning, often added as a functional ingredient.
- Pantolactone
- Pantolactone, humectant; hydrolyzes to release panthenol, improves skin hydration, low level use, high safety
- Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- High-efficiency lipid-soluble antioxidant preventing oil rancidity; very low usage, typically 0.05-0.1%, ensure even distribution, avoid metal-catalyzed oxidation.
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Parfum/Fragrance
- Blended fragrance for odor; contains 26 restricted allergens, use caution in sensitive/child/eye products, verify compliance.
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
- Prohibited in EU cosmetics; restricted due to irritation risks.
- Citronellol
- Citronellol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Geraniol
- Geraniol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Benzyl Salicylate
- UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.
- Citral
- Citral; citrus fragrance component, listed EU allergen, high phototoxicity risk, strict concentration limits apply.
- Ci 17200/Red 33
- Not decoded yet
- Ci 47005/Yellow 10
- Not decoded yet
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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