Calm Down 4% PHA + 0.8% BHA Toner

4% PHA + 0.8% BHA Liquid Exfoliator: A super-gentle, sensitive skin focused exfoliant with 4% PHA+BHA acids to give you a healthy glow while soothing, protecting, and hydrating the skin.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

A gentle, soothing exfoliating liquid that is designed for very sensitive, redness-prone skin types. PHA acids are the gentle sisters to the better known AHAs that similarly remove the dead skin cells from the surface of the skin, but without the potential irritation that comes with high amounts of AHAs. PHAs are also great at moisturising the skin and giving it extra antioxidant protection. BHA or salicylic acid is also a gentle exfoliant known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Calm Down combines PHA and BHA acids with several soothing, antioxidant and moisturising ingredients, so it not only gently exfoliates, but also soothes and hydrates the skin. If you have sensitive skin or are looking for a really gentle, almost impossible to overdo exfoliant, this is it.

HOW TO USE

• After cleansing, apply toner to a cotton pad or pour directly into your hands then pat onto face.

• Allow the toner to be fully absorbed into the skin, then follow with your favourite serums and moisturisers. 

• This exfoliant contains only acids that do not make the skin more sensitive to the sun, so it is an ideal gentle exfoliant for the summer. (However, UV light being the number one external skin-damaging factor, we still do recommend using a good SPF every morning.)

IMPORTANT: This product contains BHA, do not use it if you are allergic to Aspirin. If you are unsure, consult your doctor.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Shelf-life: 2 years from production (unopened), 8 months PAO (period after opening)

• This exfoliant contains only acids that do not make the skin more sensitive to the sun, so it is an ideal gentle exfoliant for the summer. (However, UV light being the number one external skin-damaging factor, we still do recommend using a good SPF every morning.)

• Calm Down is cruelty-free, fragrance & essential oil free, gluten free, and pregnancy safe.

• Should persistent irritation occur, stop use immediately and consult your local physician.

• Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Keep out of reach from children.

Check our FAQ page for more information on product use and patch testing.

INGREDIENTS

Key Ingredients:

✴︎ Gluconolactone + Lactobionic Acid (PHA): Gentle exfoliating acids that not only refine the surface of the skin, but also hydrate and give antioxidant protection.

✴︎ Salicylic acid (BHA): An oil soluble acid that is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

✴︎ Phragmites Kharka + Poria Cocos Extract: Natural extracts that work in synergy to effectively reduce inflammation and strongly support skin in dealing with external stress.

✴︎ Nopal Cactus + Yeast Extract: A unique combination of cactus and yeast extracts containing low molecular weight peptides, carbohydrates and bound minerals designed to soothe and hydrate the skin.

✴︎ Panthenol: A classic skincare ingredient that is a reliable soothing, moisturising and skin-protecting agent.

Research: 

Cutis., 2004 Feb;73(2 Suppl):14-7., A polyhydroxy acid skin care regimen provides antiaging effects comparable to an alpha-hydroxyacid regimen

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, , Volume 5 (1) – Mar 1, 2006, An evaluation of a polyhydroxy acid skin care regimen in combination with azelaic acid 15% gel in rosacea patients

Dermatologic Surgery, , Volume 30 (2) – Feb 1, 2004, The Polyhydroxy Acid Gluconolactone Protects Against Ultraviolet Radiation in an In Vitro Model of Cutaneous Photoaging