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The Ordinary
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
Use with caution if you’re acne- or fungal-acne-prone. High-strength 7% Glycolic Acid (AHA) resurfacing toner. Effective for body keratosis pilaris and facial dullness, but conflicts with Retinoids, Vitamin C, and BHAs if layered.
Pore-clogging risk2/5
Fungal acne1 trigger
Key ingredientsaha
Why it was flagged
Polysorbate 20 · fungal trigger
Safer replacements
Swap it for one of these.
Each replacement won’t clog pores, is safe for fungal acne, and fits the same step in your routine as Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner.
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