Essence Toner

Name: Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner
Brand: Pyunkang Yul

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Overall score6.0

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✶ Hero ingredients

#2Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

#3Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#5Sodium Hyaluronate

Smaller molecule form of hyaluronic acid

Score breakdown

Overall

6.0

Hydration Efficacy4.1

Irritation Risk9.5

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Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency6.0

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

What makes Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner stand out

Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner is a decent toner with an overall score of 6.0/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags

May not suit

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Butylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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Sodium Hyaluronate
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

5 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#2Butylene Glycol #3Glycerin #42-Hexanediol #5Sodium Hyaluronate #6Ethylhexylglycerin

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Ingredient breakdown

Draws in moisture3
Other ingredient1
Keeps the product fresh1

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