AVENE
Avene Gentle Toner 200ml
Avene Gentle Toner 200ml
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WHAT IS IT?
gentle toner with natural silicates
FEATURES
Protective, alcohol-free, developed for dry and very dry sensitive skin, enriched in natural silicates, protects from external aggression without altering hydrolipidic film
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
No alcohol
Who Is It For?
All Ages All GendersWhat Does It Help With?
Protect Skin Suitable For Dry And Very Dry Sensitive SkinBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
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What AVENE Says
Product Description:
Protective and alcohol-free, the Gentle Toner has been specially developed for dry and very dry sensitive skin. Enriched in natural silicates, it protects the skin against external aggression without altering the skin's protective hydrolipidic film.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Avene-Thermal-Spring-Water-(Avene-Aqua),Fragrance-(Parfum),PEG-7-Glyceryl-Cocoate,Phenoxyethanol,Sorbitol,Stearalkonium-Hectorite,Trisodium-EDTA,Water-(Aqua)
Key Ingredients
Avene Thermal Spring Water, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Sorbitol
Ingredients Details
Phenoxyethanol
Common Name(s): 2-phenoxyethanol,rose ether,ethylene glycol monophenyl ether
CAS Number: 122-99-6
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Prevents microbial contamination and spoilage in cosmetic formulations.
Why It's Used: The benchmark cosmetic preservative โ eu-permitted up to 1%, effective against virtually all cosmetically relevant microorganisms, and excellent tolerability.
How It Works: Phenol ring provides broad antimicrobial activity via disruption of bacterial and fungal cell membranes and inhibition of enzymatic activity. effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeasts (candida), and molds (aspergillus). activity ph range: 3-9.
Typically Found In: All cosmetic formulations as primary preservative
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ broad-spectrum preservative
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ1% (eu max 1%)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Eu cosmetics regulation max 1%. sccs assessed as safe at โค1%. avoid use around eyes in baby products per some country regulations. ewg score: 4.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Phenoxyethanol's widespread adoption as the primary cosmetic preservative followed the phaseout of parabens from many formulations in the 2000s-2010s. despite having a comparable or better safety profile to parabens, it is often cited in 'free-from' formulations โ a consumer perception issue rather than a scientific safety concern.
Last Verified: Cosing database,sccs opinion on phenoxyethanol,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Sorbitol
Common Name(s): D-glucitol,l-glucitol,sorbol
CAS Number: 50-70-4
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Attracts and retains moisture providing skin softening and hydration.
Why It's Used: Widely used, cost-effective humectant and formulation ingredient in moisturizers, toothpastes, and personal care.
How It Works: 6 hydroxyl groups provide strong water binding through hydrogen bonding. metabolized slowly by skin as an osmolyte.
Typically Found In: Moisturizers,body lotions,toothpaste,shampoos,many personal care products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ sugar alcohol humectant
Secondary Functions: Formulation solvent,viscosity modifier
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ30%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ plant-derived (corn, apples) or synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Produced by catalytic hydrogenation of glucose. derived from corn starch or other carbohydrate sources. gras food-approved.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; suitable for all skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Ceramides,emollients,occlusives,glycerin,hyaluronic acid
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Sorbitol's osmolyte function in cells (accumulates in response to osmotic stress) suggests it may provide protection to skin cells under dehydrating environmental conditions, complementing its well-established surface humectant activity.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,ewg skin deep
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12