Balance Toner
Toner
Updated 4w ago

Balance Toner

Biyu
14Ingredients
0EU Banned
2Caution
0.0/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
0.0/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy Risk1 ingredient flagged
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
71% Natural29% synthetic

Contains Regulated Ingredients

EU Restricted Ingredients

These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Cetrimonium Chloride
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
Ethoxydiglycol
Restricted — see EU CosIng Annex III
What does "EU Restricted" mean?

Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:

  • Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
  • Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
  • pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
  • Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
  • Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients

These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 3.8 — Suboptimal
3.8
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 3.8
Active ingredients: Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid
Niacinamide at pH 3.8: very acidic — may increase irritation risk
Glycolic Acid at pH 3.8: optimal range (3–4)
Niacinamide at pH 3.8 is below the ideal range (5–7).
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

71% natural29% synthetic
10 natural 4 synthetic

Based on 14 ingredients analyzed. 71% natural and 29% synthetic.

Preservatives1 preservative

Functions Overview (15)

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Watery liquid — absorbs instantly, may feel slightly sticky if glycerin-rich
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Fresh, weightless — absorbs completely leaving no residue

Watery, refreshing — absorbs in seconds with no residue.