1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Anua
Birch Moisture Boosting Pad
face toner pads
Anua
face toner pads
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Take the skin testThe Anua Birch Moisture Boosting Pad is a refreshing and hydrating toner pad. This moisture-boosting pad also contains Panthenol and 10 different types of Hyaluronic Acids that work together to deeply moisturize your skin and create a protective barrier. The Anua Birch Moisture Boosting Pad is also packed with 70,000ppm Japanese White Birch Water. Not only does it provide hydration, but it also helps keep the skin's pH balance in check, prevents moisture loss, and controls excess sebum.
Birch Moisture Boosting Pad is a lightweight toner pads from Anua, a brand based in Korea. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 47 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Hydration is handled by Butylene Glycol, Glycerin and Betaine, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine and Hyaluronic Acid.
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract.
On richness alone it suits Combination (oily) and Oily skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, oil control, cell renewal and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after cleansing, before serums. Apply to slightly damp skin so the humectants have water to hold on to.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Hyaluronic acid
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is the hydrolysate of Hyaluronic Acid derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hyaluronic acid, sodium salt, polymer with 1,1'-sulfonylbis[ethene]
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae
16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
1,3-dihydroxypropane
19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Pueraria lobata, Fabacea
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.
Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.
Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.
Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.
Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.
This product is the "Toning" step.
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 47 ingredients on the label.
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
Dissolves and carries everything else
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
Forms a film that slows water loss
Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution
Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Calms visible redness and irritation
Sets the acidity the formula needs to work
Keeps the product free of microbial growth
Absorbs or scatters ultraviolet light
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice is the sap from the tree, Betula platyphylla japonica, Betulaceae
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
1,1'-Oxydipropan-2-ol; Oxydipropan-2-ol; Hydroxypropyloxypropanol
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Cucumber, Cucumis sativus L., Cucurbitaceae
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Hyaluronic acid
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is the hydrolysate of Hyaluronic Acid derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hyaluronic acid, sodium salt, polymer with 1,1'-sulfonylbis[ethene]
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Heart Mint, Mentha rotundifolia L., Lamiaceae
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Thymus Vulgaris Extract is an extract of the flowers and leaves of the Thyme, Thymus vulgaris L., Lamiaceae
16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
1,3-dihydroxypropane
17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the Evening Primrose, Oenothera biennis, Onagraceae
18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract is an extract of the needles of the Swamp Pine, Pinus palustris, Pinaceae
19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Pueraria lobata, Fabacea
20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract is an extract of the root bark of the Elm, Ulmus davidiana, Ulmaceae
21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
D-Glucono-1,5-lactone
22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract is an extract of the Alga, Chlorella vulgaris, Oocystaceae
23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Melia Azadirachta Branch/Leaf Extract is the extract of the branches and leaves of Melia azadirachta. The accepted scientific name for Melia azadirachta is Azadirachta indica.
24th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the Neem Tree, Melia Azadirachta L., Meliaceae
25th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of Coccinia indica, Cucurbitaceae
26th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Althaea Rosea Flower Extract is the extract of the flowers of the hollyhock, Althaea rosea, Malvaceae
27th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
28th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Solanum Melogena Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Eggplant, Solanum melongena L., Solanaceae
29th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of Ocimum sanctum, Labiatae
30th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Corallina Officinalis Extract is an extract of the Alga, Corallina officinalis L., Corallinaceae
31st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Curcuma Longa Root Extract is an extract of the rhizomes of the Turmeric, Curcuma longa L., Zingiberaceae
32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Ethanone, 1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-,p-Hydroxyacetophenone
34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Glucose
35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)
36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Octane-1,2-diol
37th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Fructooligosaccharides are oligosaccharides produced enzymatically from sugar beets and consist chiefly of kestose, nystose and fructosyl nystose
38th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Fructose
39th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, dodecanoates (1:1) (10 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
40th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Octanoic acid, monoester with glycerol
41st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
42nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
N-acetyl-.alpha.-D-glucosamine
43rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Trisodium citrate
44th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Cyanocobalamin; Vitamine B12
45th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E
46th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Xanthan gum
47th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate
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WATER, BETULA PLATYPHYLLA JAPONICA JUICE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERIN, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, ALLANTOIN, BETAINE, CUCUMIS SATIVUS FRUIT EXTRACT, HYALURONIC ACID, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER, SODIUM HYALURONATE, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, MENTHA ROTUNDIFOLIA LEAF EXTRACT, THYMUS VULGARIS FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT, PROPANEDIOL, OENOTHERA BIENNIS FLOWER EXTRACT, PINUS PALUSTRIS LEAF EXTRACT, PUERARIA LOBATA ROOT EXTRACT, ULMUS DAVIDIANA ROOT EXTRACT, GLUCONOLACTONE, CHLORELLA VULGARIS EXTRACT, MELIA AZADIRACHTA BRANCH/LEAF EXTRACT, MELIA AZADIRACHTA FLOWER EXTRACT, COCCINIA INDICA FRUIT EXTRACT, ALTHAEA ROSEA FLOWER EXTRACT, ALOE BARBADENSIS FLOWER EXTRACT, SOLANUM MELONGENA FRUIT EXTRACT, OCIMUM SANCTUM LEAF EXTRACT, CORALLINA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT, CURCUMA LONGA ROOT EXTRACT, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, GLUCOSE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES, FRUCTOSE, POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, ACETYL GLUCOSAMINE, SODIUM CITRATE, CYANOCOBALAMIN, TOCOPHEROL, XANTHAN GUM, DISODIUM EDTA.
HYALURONIC ACID, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER, SODIUM HYALURONATE, GLUCONOLACTONE.
After cleansing, take a pad and gently wipe the face, avoiding the lip and eye areas.
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Glyceryl Caprylate. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Benzoyl peroxide, Azelaic acid, Copper peptides, Bakuchiol, Niacinamide. Take more care combining it with Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone) — use them in separate routines or on alternate days.
Use it morning and evening, after cleansing, before serums.
It lists 47 ingredients, of which 5 are recorded as actives.
Anua, a brand based in Korea.
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