The INKEY List 10% Glycolic Acid Toner 3.4 Fl Oz, Includes Witch Hazel, Pore Minimising Toner, Brightens Skin, Vegan Friendly, Suitable for Normal/Oily Skin Review
Our verdict
The INKEY List's 10% Glycolic Acid Toner pairs a solid glycolic acid concentration with witch hazel, and its 4.4 star average across 1,500 ratings makes it one of the most proven exfoliating toners in this lineup.
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Normal to oily skin looking for a vegan friendly toner that combines glycolic acid with witch hazel for a pore minimizing routine.
Skip if
You have dry or sensitive skin, since a 10 percent glycolic acid concentration is fairly active and better suited to normal or oily skin.
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 1,500 owner ratings
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Popularity4.2/5
1,500 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other women's everyday face care: moisturizers, face mists, facial kits, rollers, cleansing brushes and steamers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
This toner is built around a 10 percent glycolic acid concentration paired with witch hazel, positioned as a pore minimizing step for normal to oily skin. It's described as vegan friendly and marketed with a brightening claim, which here means it may help with the look of dullness rather than making any medical promise.
The bottle holds 3.4 fluid ounces, a fairly standard size for a toner used regularly with a cotton pad. At $18.00, it costs a bit more than some drugstore options, but the combination of a named acid concentration and a large review base helps justify the price for many buyers.
With 1,500 ratings averaging 4.4 stars, and 10 units bought in the last month, this is one of the more heavily reviewed and consistently purchased toners in this set.
Pros
- 10 percent glycolic acid is a meaningful exfoliating concentration
- Includes witch hazel alongside the glycolic acid
- Vegan friendly formula
- 4.4 star average across 1,500 ratings, one of the largest review counts in this lineup
- 10 units bought in the last month shows ongoing demand
Cons
- Formulated for normal to oily skin, so it may be too active for dry or sensitive skin
- No listed hydrating ingredients to help balance the acid content
- 3.4 fl oz size means regular users will repurchase fairly often
Performance notes
Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that works at the skin's surface and may help with the look of texture and clogged pores, and at a 10 percent concentration this is a fairly active formula. Pairing it with witch hazel adds a light astringent quality, which fits with why it's positioned for normal to oily skin rather than dry or sensitive types.
What buyers say
With 1,500 ratings at a 4.4 star average, this is one of the most reviewed toners in this set, and 10 units bought in the last month shows it continues to find new buyers on top of its already large base.
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Frequently asked questions
Can sensitive skin use a 10 percent glycolic acid toner?
It's possible, but this formula is positioned for normal to oily skin, so sensitive or dry skin types may want to start with a lower strength option or patch test first before committing to regular use.
Does this toner help minimize pores?
It's marketed as a pore minimizing toner, and the combination of glycolic acid and witch hazel is a common pairing for supporting the look of smaller looking pores over time.
Is this toner vegan?
Yes, it's described as vegan friendly, which is worth knowing if you're building a fully vegan skincare routine.