The Skin House Marine Active Toner

The Skin House Marine Active Toner
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using The Skin House Marine Active Toner:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using The Skin House Marine Active Toner:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: The Skin House Marine Active Toner 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. ≈6.0%), Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%) and Propylene Glycol (est. ≈2.0%).

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, The Skin House Marine Active Toner has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Snail Secretion Filtrate, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Snail Secretion Filtrate provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that The Skin House Marine Active Toner is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Sodium Hyaluronate (est. ≈1.3%), Volcanic Rock (est. ≈1.0%), Pearl Extract (est. ≈0.3%), and others.

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
70
Water
6
Butylene Glycol
4
Glycerin
3
Glyceryl Caprylate
2
Propylene Glycol
1.5
PEG/PPG-18/4 Copolymer
1.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
1
Volcanic Rock
0.3
Alcohol
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Ceramide NP
0.3
Hydrogenated Lecithin
0.3
Sea Water
0.3
Honey
0.3
Pearl Extract
0.3
PPG-26-Buteth-26
0.3
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
0.3
Ecklonia Cava Extract
0.3
Hizikia Fusiforme Extract
0.3
Codium Tomentosum Extract
0.3
Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
0.3
Allantoin
0.3
Panthenol
0.3
Carbomer
0.3
Arginine
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
0.3
Lilium Tigrinum Extract
0.3
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract
0.3
Snail Secretion Filtrate
0.3
Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract
0.3
Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
0.3
Hydrolyzed Collagen
0.3
Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract
0.3
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
0.3
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract
0.3
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
0.3
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract
0.3
Buddleja Davidii Extract
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Callus Culture Extract
0.3
Bambusa Vulgaris Callus Culture Extract
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Fragrance
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Butylene Glycol
Function:
Origin:
Glycerin
Function:
Origin:
Glyceryl Caprylate
Function:
Origin:
Propylene Glycol
Function:
Origin:
PEG/PPG-18/4 Copolymer
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Hyaluronate
Function:
Origin:
Volcanic Rock
Function:
Origin:
Alcohol
Function:
Origin:
1,2-Hexanediol
Function:
Origin:
Ceramide NP
Function:
Origin:
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Function:
Origin:
Sea Water
Function:
Origin:
Honey
Function:
Origin:
Pearl Extract
Function:
Origin:
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Function:
Origin:
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Function:
Origin:
Ecklonia Cava Extract
Function:
Origin:
Hizikia Fusiforme Extract
Function:
Origin:
Codium Tomentosum Extract
Function:
Origin:
Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
Function:
Origin:
Allantoin
Function:
Origin:
Panthenol
Function:
Origin:
Carbomer
Function:
Origin:
Arginine
Function:
Origin:
Disodium EDTA
Function:
Origin:
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Function:
Origin:
Lilium Tigrinum Extract
Function:
Origin:
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract
Function:
Origin:
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Function:
Origin:
Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract
Function:
Origin:
Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
Function:
Origin:
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Function:
Origin:
Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract
Function:
Origin:
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Function:
Origin:
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract
Function:
Origin:
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Function:
Origin:
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract
Function:
Origin:
Buddleja Davidii Extract
Function:
Origin:
Aloe Barbadensis Callus Culture Extract
Function:
Origin:
Bambusa Vulgaris Callus Culture Extract
Function:
Origin:
Ethylhexylglycerin
Function:
Origin:
Fragrance
Function:
Origin:

Ratings

All humectants
16.6
6
4
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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 16.6 10
10.0
6
4
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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
6
4
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 16.6 10
10
All humectants
16.6
6
4
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Snail Secretion Filtrate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 5.6 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
5.6
Sodium Hyaluronate
1.3
Volcanic Rock
1
Pearl Extract
0.3
Ecklonia Cava Extract
0.3
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
0.3
Snail Secretion Filtrate
0.3
Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
0.3
Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract
0.3
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
0.3
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract
0.3
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
0.3
Buddleja Davidii Extract
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Callus Culture Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 2.4 5 No
All soothing
2.4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
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. %6
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. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Glyceryl Caprylate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl CaprylateA waxy solid derived from vegetable oils that has emollient and emulsifying properties. It is also known to boost the efficacy of organic acid preservatives by destabilizing the microbe's cell membrane.
Propylene Glycol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Propylene GlycolA clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
PEG/PPG-18/4 Copolymer
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
PEG/PPG-18/4 Copolymer
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %1.3
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.

Volcanic Rock
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Volcanic Rock
Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AlcoholAn effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
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.
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated LecithinA version of plain lecithin that has been saturated with hydrogen atoms. This ingredient can be derived from plants, like soy or sunflower, from egg yolks, or made synthetically. Its major function is to emulsify water and oils.
Sea Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sea WaterA water obtained from oceans, seas, and large saltwater lakes. The water has been purified, and what remains is a complex mixture of various mineral salts that have beneficial effects on the skin. Sea water is used as a humectant and a solvent.
Honey
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Honey

A supersaturated solution of sugars, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds. It is used in skincare for its antimicrobial, emollient, moisturizing, and soothing properties.

Pearl Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pearl Extract
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PPG-26-Buteth-26A water-loving surfactant, which means it can act as an emulsifier, solubilizer, and cleansing agent. As an emulsifier, it helps to create oil-in-water emulsions.
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilA castor oil-derived ingredient often used to incorporate small amounts of oil (such as a fragrance) into a water-based product. PEG-4 HCO is a gold-standard solubilizer and can be used in low amounts due to its ability to solubilize things so well.
Ecklonia Cava Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ecklonia Cava ExtractExtracted from the alga species - Ecklonia cava - it contains antioxidant algal phlorotannins and a humectant moisturizing algal polysaccharide called fucoidan.
Hizikia Fusiforme Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hizikia Fusiforme Extract
Codium Tomentosum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Codium Tomentosum Extract
Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
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.
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.
Carbomer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CarbomerA synthetic ingredient with the ability to gel water. When used in emulsions, such as lotions and creams, carbomer can also act as an emulsion stabilizer.
Arginine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ArginineA humectant amino acid used to attract water to the skin’s surface. It is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Arginine can also be used as a pH adjuster.
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.
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Portulaca Oleracea ExtractDerived from green or common purslane, this moisturizing extract is particularly rich in alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid, and contains antioxidant glutathione and vitamin E. As a herbal medicine, it is believed to treat headaches and inflammation.
Lilium Tigrinum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lilium Tigrinum Extract
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Snail Secretion FiltrateA purified and filtered slime from garden snails. It contains humectant and soothing mucin (which showed amazing results in clinical tests), decreased redness and stinging, and improved firmness, hydration, and coloration of the skin.
Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract
Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract

Description is coming soon

Hydrolyzed Collagen
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Collagen

A humectant, film-forming, and emollient mixture of various proteins and peptides that were created by cutting the huge molecules of normal collagen into smaller pieces for better absorption. It also has some antioxidant properties.

Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) ExtractDerived from thyme, this antioxidant, antiseptic and fragrant extract consists mainly of thyme essential oil (with its spicy herbal scent), flavonoids, terpenes, and organic acids.
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.
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) ExtractAn extract obtained from the twigs and/or leaves of witch hazel. It is one of the oldest skincare remedies known to man. It is astringent and sebum regulating, meaning that it controls the amount of sebum that the skin produces.
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.
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract
Buddleja Davidii Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Buddleja Davidii ExtractAn extract of summer lilac with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds such as iridoids, various terpenes, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. More research is needed in order to evaluate its functions.
Aloe Barbadensis Callus Culture Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Callus Culture Extract
Bambusa Vulgaris Callus Culture Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bambusa Vulgaris Callus Culture Extract
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.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.