A'Pieu Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner

A'Pieu Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner
4.1
/ 10
Moisturizing
7.9 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
2Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using A'Pieu Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using A'Pieu Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 4.1 out of 10.
  • Some anti-wrinkle efficacy: A'Pieu Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner has an anti-wrinkle rating of 2.0 out of 10 so you may expect some, although limited, effect on wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: A'Pieu Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner has a moisturizing rating of 4.1 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.3 out of 10 and a high humectancy of 7.9 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Butylene Glycol (est. ≈2.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, A'Pieu Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner has a slight anti-wrinkle rating of 2.0 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Niacinamide (est. ≈1.3%), 
 one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
 
Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver additional anti-wrinkle efficacy through its moisturizing action.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that A'Pieu Mulberry Blemish Clearing Toner is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Morus Bombycis Extract (est. ≈6.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
Water
6
Morus Bombycis Extract
4
Morus Bombycis Root Extract
3
Morus Bombycis Leaf Extract
2
Butylene Glycol
1.5
Glycerin
1.3
Niacinamide
1
Pentylene Glycol
0.3
Propanediol
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Choleth-24
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Protease
0.3
Betaine
0.3
Panthenol
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Allantoin
0.3
Tranexamic Acid
0.3
Boswellia Carterii Oil
0.3
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
0.3
Morus Alba Root Extract
0.3
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
0.3
Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
0.3
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
0.3
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil
0.3
Rose Flower Oil
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Gaultheria Procumbens (Wintergreen) Leaf Extract
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Water
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Morus Bombycis Extract
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Boswellia Carterii Oil
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Morus Alba Root Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
7.9
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
4.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 7.9 10
7.9
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
4.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 7.9 10
7.9
All humectants
7.9
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
6 /10 4 1.3 2
Total
2
Niacinamide
2
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
1.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
6
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 8.2 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
8.2
Morus Bombycis Extract
6
Niacinamide
1.3
Morus Alba Root Extract
0.3
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 2.2 5 No
All soothing
2.2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Morus Bombycis Extract
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Morus Bombycis ExtractDescription is coming soon
Morus Bombycis Root Extract
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Morus Bombycis Root ExtractDescription is coming soon
Morus Bombycis Leaf Extract
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Morus Bombycis Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Butylene Glycol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Glycerin
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Niacinamide
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient is a true superstar with confirmed moisturizing, anti-acne, hyperpigmentation, and antioxidant benefits. Two studies confirm its significant anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Pentylene Glycol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Choleth-24
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Choleth-24Description is coming soon
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Protease
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ProteaseDescription is coming soon
Betaine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BetaineAn ingredient derived from the sucrose in sugar beets. It has a negative chemical charge and a positive chemical charge on the same molecule. This allows betaine to be hygroscopic or humectant and thus provide moisturization by drawing water to the skin.
Panthenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Tranexamic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tranexamic AcidA synthetic amino acid that is used as an astringent to stop the bleeding from small cuts. It also has proven anti-pigment and redness-reducing effects.
Boswellia Carterii Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Boswellia Carterii OilDescription is coming soon
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower OilA fragrant essential oil with a distinct, rose-like scent derived from rose geranium. It is widely used in aromatherapy and massage therapy to ease tension. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Morus Alba Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Morus Alba Root ExtractAn antioxidant, astringent, antimicrobial, and antifungal extract from white mulberry tree roots. It has been claimed to have anti-pigment potential.
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root OilDescription is coming soon
Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Amyris Balsamifera Bark OilA fragrant oil derived from the bark of the Amyris tree, also known as torchwood. It gives off a relaxing, woody scent and sometimes substitutes sandalwood oil.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilA fragrant and antioxidant essential tea tree oil praised for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Tea tree oil helps to treat acne, inflamed skin, and small wounds. It might, however, cause allergies and skin irritations.
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed OilThis name can imply two different ingredients: a fatty emollient and occlusive carrot seed oil, or a fragrant and antimicrobial essential carrot seed oil.
Rose Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rose Flower OilAn aromatic essential oil obtained from the petals of various species of rose.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Gaultheria Procumbens (Wintergreen) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gaultheria Procumbens (Wintergreen) Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon