Merle Norman Clear Complexion Toner
The Merle Norman Clear Complexion Toner is a toner. Our analysis of its 24 ingredients (18 low-risk) rates it Excellent (86/100). Heads up: it contains fragrance, which can irritate sensitive or reactive skin.
Product Ingredient Safety Breakdown (EWG Rating Ratings)
CIR Findings Breakdown
| EWG | CIR | Ingredient Name & Cosmetic Functions | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
4
|
B
|
Salicylic Acid
(Antiacne Agent, Antidandruff Agent, Corn/Callus/Wart Remover, Denaturant, Exfoliant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Keratolytic, Masking, Preservative) |
Good for Oily Skin
Bad for Sensitive Skin
|
1
|
|
Water
(Solvent) |
|
|
5
|
|
SD Alcohol 40
(Cosmetic Astringent, Solvent, Viscosity Decreasing Agent) |
Bad for Dry Skin
Bad for Sensitive Skin
|
|
1
|
A
|
Butylene Glycol
(Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscositydecreasing Agent, Humectant, Masking, Viscosity Controlling) |
Good for Dry Skin
|
|
3
|
|
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract
(Preservative, Astringent, Skin Conditioning, Tonic) |
|
|
1
|
|
Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Fruit Extract
(Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning) |
Bad for Sensitive Skin
|
|
1
|
B
|
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract
(Cosmetic Biocide) |
|
|
1
|
|
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract
(Cosmetic Astringent, Skin Conditioning, Hair Conditioning, Soothing) |
Good for Oily Skin
|
|
|
Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
(Hair Conditioning, Masking, Oral Care Agent) |
|
|
1
|
|
(-)-alpha-isabolol | |
|
3
|
|
Tocopheryl Acetate
(Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning) |
Bad for Oily Skin
|
9
|
|
Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A) |
Good for Dry Skin
Fungal Acne Trigger
|
|
1
|
A
|
Ascorbyl Palmitate
(Antioxidant, Masking) |
Fungal Acne Trigger
|
|
1
|
A
|
Phospholipids
(Skin Conditioning) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Glucose
(Flavoring Agent, Humectant, Skin Conditioning Agent Miscellaneous) |
|
|
4
|
B
|
Lactic Acid
(Exfoliant, Fragrance, Humectant, Ph Adjuster, Skin Conditioning Agent Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Buffering Agent) |
Bad for Sensitive Skin
|
|
3
|
B
|
Propylene Glycol
(Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioningagent Miscellaneous, Solvent, Viscosity Decreasing Agent, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling) |
Good for Dry Skin
|
|
1
|
A
|
Ethoxydiglycol
(Fragrance, Solvent, Viscosity Decreasing Agent, Humectant, Perfuming) |
|
|
2
|
A
|
Glycerin
(Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care Agent, Oral Health Care Drug, Skin Protecting, Viscosity Decreasing Agent, Perfuming, Solvent) |
Good for Dry Skin
Fungal Acne Trigger
|
|
3
|
B
|
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
(Fragrance, Emulsifying, Surfactant, Perfuming) |
Fungal Acne Trigger
|
|
3
|
A
|
Benzophenone-4
(Uv Absorber, Uv Filter) |
|
|
1
|
A
|
Xanthan Gum
(Binding Agent, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant Emulsifying Agent, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Binding, Gel Forming, Viscosity Controlling) |
|
|
3
|
B
|
Sodium Hydroxide
(Denaturant, Ph Adjuster, Buffering Agent) |
|
|
8
|
|
Fragrance
(Deodorant, Masking, Perfuming) |
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