The Inkey List
PHA Toner
PHA Toner · Exfoliant · 3.4 oz · around $11
Should you buy it? The Inkey List PHA Toner is a exfoliant at around $11 for 3.4 oz. PHAs are larger molecules than AHAs, so they exfoliate the surface without penetrating deep enough to irritate. The right acid for reactive skin and for deeper tones, where irritation means new dark marks. It suits sensitive skin, textured hair, redness.
What it is
PHAs are larger molecules than AHAs, so they exfoliate the surface without penetrating deep enough to irritate. The right acid for reactive skin and for deeper tones, where irritation means new dark marks.
Who it suits
- Sensitive skin
- Textured hair
- Redness
- Deeper skin tones
- An affordable pick
- Starting out gently
- A damaged moisture barrier
- Post-acne marks
- Rosacea
Where to buy it
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How it compares
Other exfoliants in the directory that overlap with this one.
| Product | Price | Suited to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner | $18 | Acne, Textured hair, Blackheads | |
| The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution | $8 | Acne, Textured hair, Blackheads | |
| Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner | $17 | Acne, Textured hair, Blackheads | |
| The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner | $14 | Textured hair, Dull skin, Oily skin |
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Questions people also ask
How often can you exfoliate with The Inkey List PHA Toner?
As a exfoliant it is used 1-2x a week, max. That is the routine step it belongs to rather than a rule about this particular bottle, so follow the label where the two differ.
What skin does The Inkey List PHA Toner suit?
It suits sensitive skin, textured hair, redness, deeper skin tones. PHAs are larger molecules than AHAs, so they exfoliate the surface without penetrating deep enough to irritate. The right acid for reactive skin and for deeper tones, where irritation means new dark marks.
Which The Inkey List line is PHA Toner from?
It is part of The Inkey List's PHA Toner line. Brands rarely say which of their lines suits which hair or skin, so the line decoder sets out what each one is for.
Where can you buy The Inkey List PHA Toner, and what does it cost?
Around $11 for 3.4 oz, at Amazon. Retail prices move constantly, so treat that as a tier rather than a quote and check the retailer for today's price.
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