7% Glycolic Acid Hydrating Toner
A niacinamide-based formula targeting pore refinement and oil control, fragrance free.
- Combination skin
- Enlarged pores and uneven texture
- You have reactive or sensitised skin
₹499 · ₹3/ml • Analysed 5 June 2026
An AHA toner with Glycolic Acid at a brand-confirmed 7%, paired with 1% Sodium Hyaluronate and an unusually comprehensive barrier-support system: five ceramides (Ceramide 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 II) alongside Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide (a ceramide analogue from Evonik). Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Seed Extract provides beta-glucan and antioxidant polyphenols. Aloe Vera Juice acts as a soothing base alongside glycolic acid. Laminaria Digitata (Brown Algae) Extract adds marine antioxidant and mineral content. The five-ceramide barrier complex is an unusual and generous inclusion for an acid toner format — it acknowledges and directly addresses the barrier disruption risk that comes with regular AHA use.
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
At a glance
What was checked
Each claim checked against publicly available evidence: published test reports, the ingredient list, and regulatory data.
No fragrance of any kind found in the INCI. No parfum, no essential oils, no Benzyl Alcohol.
Score breakdown
How this product was rated across four areas. Open any row for the full rationale.
Ingredient SafetyStrong43/50Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.
Glycolic Acid at 7% in a leave-on toner format requires the formula pH to be disclosed for a complete safety assessment — the pH governs what proportion of glycolic acid is in its free, active form. The brand has not published the formula pH. At neutral-to-slightly-acidic pH, 7% glycolic acid is functional but moderate; at pH below 3.5, the same concentration becomes significantly more aggressive. Triethanolamine at position 3 is used as a pH adjuster and partially neutralises the glycolic acid. The five-ceramide complex directly mitigates acid-associated barrier disruption risk. Allantoin and Aloe Vera add soothing support. No synthetic fragrance, no parabens, no SLES. Post-application photosensitivity is real — morning SPF is essential.
Formula DesignExcellent18/207% Glycolic Acid effectively exfoliates surface dead cells, improves skin texture, and enhances radiance over consistent use.
7% Glycolic Acid effectively exfoliates surface dead cells, improves skin texture, and enhances radiance over consistent use. Including five ceramides (1, 2, 3, 4, 6 II) and a ceramide analogue (Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, a synthetic ceramide from Evonik's portfolio) in an acid toner is a genuinely thoughtful formulation approach — it directly addresses the barrier disruption risk that acid toners carry with regular use. Sodium Hyaluronate at 1% provides surface hydration. Laminaria Digitata Extract adds antioxidant fucoidan polysaccharides. Barley Extract contributes beta-glucan for additional barrier support.
Claims EvidenceExcellent19/20Good evidence for stated claims based on public information.
7% Glycolic Acid and 1% Sodium Hyaluronate are brand-confirmed. Full INCI is accessible. Formula pH is not disclosed — this is a material gap for an acid product. The five-ceramide complex is called out in marketing. Aloe Vera and Barley Extract are named on the product page. No unsubstantiated clinical trial claims. Fragrance-free is accurate.
Ethics & SustainabilityConcern4/10Cruelty-free Indian brand.
Cruelty-free Indian brand. No EDTA listed — appears to use other chelators or none explicitly. No synthetic fragrance. Laminaria Digitata is a sustainably abundant seaweed. No independent sustainability sourcing verification.
Ingredient list
22 ingredients · INCI order
| Ingredient |
|---|
Purified Water |
Glycolic Acid |
Triethanolamine |
Glycerine |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
Hordeum Vulgare Seed Extract |
Aloe Vera Juice |
Phenoxyethanol |
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Ethylhexylglycerine |
Allantoin |
Hydroxyethylcellulose |
Laminaria Digitata Extract |
Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide |
Ceramide 1 |
Ceramide 2 |
Ceramide 3 |
Ceramide 4 |
Ceramide 6 II |
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract |
Xylitylglucoside |
Anhydroxylitol |
Xylitol |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
Consumer reviews
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
Full methodology
- What global regulations say about each ingredient
- What toxicology evidence shows at cosmetic concentrations
- What formula concentration context changes
- What the product format and leave-on contact time changes
- What the stated user group needs
- What published test evidence confirms
- What the brand is claiming vs what evidence supports
7% Glycolic Acid is appropriate for intermediate skincare users, not beginners. Use 2-4 times per week at night. Morning SPF is essential — glycolic acid increases photosensitivity, and UV-induced PIH after acid use is a significant risk for Indian Fitzpatrick III-VI skin tones. The ceramide barrier complex directly addresses post-exfoliation dryness common in India's dry winter months.
