Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX

Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
6Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.
  • Significant anti-wrinkle efficacy. With an anti-wrinkle rating of 6.0 out of 10, Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX is effective in minimizing wrinkles.
  • Soothing: Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Butylene Glycol (est. ≈9.0%), Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%).

Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX has a high anti-wrinkle rating of 6.0 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%),
 one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
 
Among others, Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX also contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Ascorbyl Glucoside, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not contribute to the anti-wrinkle rating.
 

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%) and Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract (est. ≈2.5%).

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.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Naruko Taiwan Magnolia Brightening and Firming Toner EX is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%) and Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract (est. ≈2.5%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Butylene Glycol
5
Niacinamide
4
Glycerin
3
Saccharide Isomerate
2.5
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
2
Plantago Major Seed Extract
1
Phenoxyethanol
1
PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
0.3
Chlorphenesin
0.3
Tranexamic Acid
0.3
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
0.3
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
0.3
Triethanolamine
0.3
Ascorbyl Glucoside
0.3
Magnolia Grandiflora Leaf Extract
0.3
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Kalanchoe Spathulata Extract
0.3
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
0.3
Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract
0.3
Peucedanum Ostruthium Leaf Extract
0.3
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
0.3
Artemisia Umbelliformis Extract
0.3
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
0.3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Carnosine
0.3
Sodium Polyacrylate
0.3
Arbutin
0.3
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
0.3
Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract
0.3
Magnolia Grandiflora Flower Extract
0.3
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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Water
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Saccharide Isomerate
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Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
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Plantago Major Seed Extract
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Phenoxyethanol
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PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
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Chlorphenesin
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Tranexamic Acid
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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
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Triethanolamine
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Ascorbyl Glucoside
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Magnolia Grandiflora Leaf Extract
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3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Kalanchoe Spathulata Extract
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract
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Peucedanum Ostruthium Leaf Extract
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Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
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Artemisia Umbelliformis Extract
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Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
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Carnosine
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Sodium Polyacrylate
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Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
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Ratings

All humectants
22.5
9
5
4
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 22.5 10
10.0
9
5
4
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
5
4
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 22.5 10
10
All humectants
22.5
9
5
4
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
6 /10 4 5 6
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
6
Niacinamide
6
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
5
Ascorbyl Glucoside
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
5
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 10.8 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
10.8
Niacinamide
5
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
2.5
Ascorbyl Glucoside
0.3
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Kalanchoe Spathulata Extract
0.3
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
0.3
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
0.3
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
0.3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Carnosine
0.3
Arbutin
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
5
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 9.3 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
9.3
5
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
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.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %9
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.
Niacinamide
Est. %5
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.

Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Saccharide Isomerate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Saccharide IsomerateA naturally-derived humectant that provides moisturization at low levels and is less sticky than other humectants like glycerin.
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Magnolia Officinalis Bark ExtractAn antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory extract from Magnolia tree bark, which is popular in Chinese traditional medicine. It is also a prospective anti-pigment ingredient.
Plantago Major Seed Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Plantago Major Seed ExtractDescription is coming soon
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor OilDescription is coming soon
Chlorphenesin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ChlorphenesinA preservative and broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent that protects products from a wide range of bacteria and fungi.
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.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateA licorice root derivative with powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing activities. It is often used as a flavoring agent in lip products.
Triethanolamine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TriethanolamineA clear, colorless, and highly viscous liquid, this ingredient is an excellent pH adjuster. When it is necessary to neutralize an acidic solution or to generally increase the pH of a product, triethanolamine is a common choice.
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ascorbyl GlucosideA derivative of vitamin C. It is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. There are unfortunately no clinical studies on ascorbyl glucoside’s anti-pigment or anti-acne efficacy alone.
Magnolia Grandiflora Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnolia Grandiflora Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic AcidA derivative of vitamin C. Its stability in skincare formulations is better than ascorbic acid’s, although clinical studies are yet to indicate whether it has the same collagen-boosting benefits.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Kalanchoe Spathulata Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Kalanchoe Spathulata ExtractDescription is coming soon
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractAn extract from the licorice root. It contains a well-researched anti-inflammatory compound called glycyrrhizin that can reduce inflammation. Licorice root extract is also used for its powerful antioxidant effects and ability to treat pigmentation.
Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Scutellaria Lateriflora ExtractDescription is coming soon
Peucedanum Ostruthium Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Peucedanum Ostruthium Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf ExtractAn antioxidant, astringent and soothing extract derived from Ginkgo biloba tree leaves, a rare Chinese tree that is endangered in the wild, but grown nowadays as a decorative tree in parks. When taken orally, the extract can improve memory and brain function.
Artemisia Umbelliformis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Artemisia Umbelliformis ExtractDescription is coming soon
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Leontopodium Alpinum ExtractAn extract from a beautiful alpine plant called Edelweiss. It contains a rare compound called leontopodic acid with antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractAn antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.
Carnosine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CarnosineA skin-identical dipeptide that acts as a powerful antioxidant. It protects our skin from harmful glycation and can enhance the activity of other active ingredients in the skincare product.
Sodium Polyacrylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PolyacrylateThis white powder is primarily used as a viscosity controlling agent. It is added to the water phase, which then thickens to form a clear gel. Sodium polyacrylate can also serve as an emollient, absorbent, and emulsion stabilizer.
Arbutin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ArbutinOne of the few potent anti-pigment compounds found naturally in bearberry or cranberry leaves. When applied to the skin, this ingredient converts into hydroquinone, with tyrosinase inhibiting effects.
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iodopropynyl ButylcarbamateA highly effective preservative against fungi, specifically mold and yeast. It is cost-effective, functions at very low levels, and also provides some protection against bacteria.
Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) ExtractAn extract derived from an edible mushroom known as snow fungus. It is full of various proteins, fiber, and humectant moisturizing polysaccharides.
Magnolia Grandiflora Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnolia Grandiflora Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel OilA fragrant essential oil extracted from the rind or peel of a lemon. It is mainly comprised of limonene (up to 70%) and has a fresh, citrusy scent. Lemon peel oil may cause a sun-induced skin rash in people with a sensitivity towards citrus fruits.