Key ingredients
4.4/5
PHA is the main active in this exfoliating toner.
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PHA Toner
$18.00
Gentler PHA lane. Better starting point for sensitive-leaning texture goals.
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The Edyt Score
4.4 / 5.0
Targets
4.4/5
This exfoliating toner is for gentler PHA lane.
Formula standards
4.4/5
The formula is a PHA.
The verdict
This exfoliating toner suits gentler PHA lane.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (Paula's Choice, The Ordinary, COSRX, Naturium, PanOxyl, and Pixi) — best for, key actives, texture, skin fit, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Sensitive-leaning polish | Clogged pores and texture | Brightness and texture | Mild multi-acid nights | 2% BHA alternative | Acne-prone texture | Everyday glow exfoliation |
| Key actives | PHA | Salicylic acid 2% | Glycolic acid 7% | AHA + BHA | Salicylic acid 2% | Salicylic acid 2% | Glycolic acid 5% |
| Texture | Exfoliating toner | Exfoliating toner | Exfoliating toner | Exfoliating toner | Exfoliating toner | Exfoliating toner | Exfoliating toner |
| Skin fit | Sensitive combination | Oily combination | Normal resilient | Combination | Oily combination | Acne-prone | Normal combination |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
| Notes | Gentler · Budget | 2% BHA · Leave-on | 7% glycolic · Budget | AHA/BHA · Milder | 2% BHA · Alt lane | 2% SA · Acne brand | 5% glycolic · Glow Tonic |
| $ / size | $18.00 | $29.60 | $13.50 | $14.97 | $18.99 | $6.49 | $25.75 |
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FAQ
Who is PHA Toner best for?
Gentler PHA lane. Better starting point for sensitive-leaning texture goals.
How did Edyt Beauty score this exfoliating toner?
Edyt Beauty rates PHA Toner 4.4 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks PHA Toner against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from Paula's Choice, The Ordinary, COSRX, Naturium, PanOxyl, and Pixi. For more from the same brand, see More from The INKEY List below.
Where can I buy it?
Shop PHA Toner with the Buy button when it is available. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Prices and availability can change. You can also find it in our guide to Best Exfoliating Toners.
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