Vitamin C Brightening Korean Guava Toner Pads for Undereye & Cheeks vs Skin Perfecting 4% BHA Advanced Exfoliating Serum Toner — Ingredient Comparison

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Vitamin C Brightening Korean Guava Toner Pads for Undereye & Cheeks

Toner · 28 ingredients

A brightening toner pad formulated specifically for the undereye area and cheeks, targeting dark circles, dark spots, and dullness. Five forms of vitamin C work alongside guava and glutathione to visibly fade hyperpigmentation and defend against oxidative damage, while caffeine reduces the appearance of puffiness and niacinamide enhances overall radiance. The formula is fragrance-free, making it well-suited for those concerned with dark circles and uneven skin tone.

Fragrance-freeVegan

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Skin Perfecting 4% BHA Advanced Exfoliating Serum Toner

Toner · 24 ingredients

A leave-on exfoliating serum-toner that works to clear stubborn buildup and visibly smooth bumpy skin texture using 4% salicylic acid (BHA). Adenosine helps soften the appearance of fine lines and soothes, while glycerin locks in hydration and supports a balanced, healthy-feeling skin barrier.

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How these two interact

No conflicts — safe to layer

Both are Toner products.

At a glance

Fragrance-free

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Vegan

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Price

$30

$9 less

$39

Key ingredients

Lactic Acid (AHA)

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Mandelic Acid (AHA)

A gentle, large-molecule AHA — good for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

Salicylic Acid (BHA)

An oil-soluble acid that gets inside pores to clear congestion and calm breakouts.

Caffeine

An antioxidant that temporarily de-puffs and tightens — popular around the eyes.

Centella

Calms inflammation and speeds barrier recovery.

Allantoin

Calms redness and smooths texture — buffers harsh actives beautifully.

Adenosine

A cell-signaling ingredient that smooths fine lines and supports firmer skin.

AHA

Beta-Glucan

A soothing humectant that hydrates and calms reactive skin.

Adenosine

A cell-signaling ingredient that smooths fine lines and supports firmer skin.

Glycerin

The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.

Salicylic Acid (BHA)

An oil-soluble acid that gets inside pores to clear congestion and calm breakouts.

Allantoin

Calms redness and smooths texture — buffers harsh actives beautifully.

AHA

What it targets

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Anti-aging

Firmness

Texture

Acne

Pores

Oil control

Soothing

Antioxidant