
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
2-in-1 Toner-Serum with 4 primary ingredients
FEATURES
Reduces dark spots & pigmentation, protects from sun damage, tightens pores, hydrates and plumps skin, controls oil, soothes inflammation, lightweight and non-greasy, improves absorption of other products
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
Paraben, SLS, toxic ingredients, alcohol
Who Is It For?
Men And Women All Skin TypesWhat Does It Help With?
Dark Spots Pigmentation Pores Redness Inflammation Oil Control HydrationBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Nykaa E retail limited Says
Product Description:
Toner-Serum with Vitamin C 1.5% & Green Tea in a 2-in-1 product that combines the power of serum actives and toner. Powered with Vitamin C, it reduces dark spots & pigmentation to leave you with glowing skin while also protecting skin from sun damage. This Toner-Serum tightens pores and reduces their appearance. This unique formula delivers the benefits of both toner and serum in one product, thereby reducing the steps in your skincare routine. It is infused with Hyaluronic Acid that hydrates and plumps to leave the skin glowing. Antioxidant-rich Caffeine naturally tones & soothes the skin. Green Tea visibly reduces pores and controls oil. Both Caffeine & Green Tea reduce redness and soothe inflammation. Suitable for all skin types, this Toner-Serum has a unique, lightweight and non-greasy texture that absorbs into the skin quickly. It allows better absorption of other skincare products into the skin while leaving it visibly toned. Ideal for both men & women, Toner-Serum with Vitamin C 1.5% & Green Tea is Natural, PETA Certified, 100% Vegan and free from Paraben, SLS and all other toxic ingredients. It is alcohol-free, FDA-approved, dermatologically tested and has Zero Plastic Footprint.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
aqua-water,butylene-glycol,3-o-ethyl-ascorbic-acid,camellia-sinensis-green-tea-leaf-extract,caffeine,hyaluronic-acid,phenoxyethanol-and-triethylene-glycol,acetamidoethoxyethanol,peg-40-hydrogenated-castor-oil,aqua-and-lens-esculenta-lentil-seed-extract,polyacrylate-crosspolymer-6,xanthan-gum,sodium-gluconate,sodium-citrate,citric-acid,fragrance,ci-42090,ci-19140
Key Ingredients
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) leaf extract, Caffeine, Hyaluronic Acid
Ingredients Details
Acetamidoethoxyethanol
Common Name(s): Acetamidoethoxyethanol,acetamidoethoxyethanol,cosmetic functional ingredient,established cosmetic active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides the characteristic cosmetic function of its ingredient class through its molecular chemistry at recommended use concentration.
Why It's Used: Acetamidoethoxyethanol is selected for the specific functional properties of its molecular class โ the chemical architecture of acetamidoethoxyethanol delivers the required cosmetic performance through documented interactions with skin biology and formulation matrix.
How It Works: The functional groups interact with formulation components and skin surfaces through h-bonding, ionic association, surface adsorption, or receptor activity as appropriate to the molecular class.
Typically Found In: Cosmetic formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Safety documented in cosing and cosmetic chemistry literature at standard formulation concentrations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,acetamidoethoxyethanol technical review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-22
Caffeine
Common Name(s): Caffeine,methylxanthine anti-cellulite,antioxidant vasoactive
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Stimulates lipolysis in adipocytes by inhibiting phosphodiesterase (preventing camp breakdown), reduces eye puffiness through vasoconstriction of periorbital capillaries, and provides antioxidant dna repair stimulation for photoprotective benefit.
Why It's Used: The only cosmetic active with a well-defined mechanism for anti-cellulite claims โ phosphodiesterase inhibition elevating adipocyte camp is the documented biochemical pathway, providing mechanism-based efficacy substantiation superior to most slimming actives.
How It Works: Caffeine inhibits phosphodiesterase (pde3, pde4) preventing camp hydrolysis โ elevated camp activates protein kinase a โ phosphorylates hormone-sensitive lipase โ lipolysis of triglycerides in adipocytes. for eye puffiness: caffeine's adenosine receptor antagonism reduces prostaglandin-mediated capillary dilation in periorbital tissue, reducing fluid accumulation.
Typically Found In: Anti-cellulite,eye creams,antioxidant products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ3%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Caffeine has one of the highest sc penetration rates of any cosmetic active (logp -0.07, mw 194 da) โ the combination of small size and moderate logp providing excellent aqueous solubility with sufficient sc lipid partitioning for effective transdermal delivery to adipose tissue.
Last Verified: Cosing database,caffeine pde inhibitor anti-cellulite lipolysis review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Fragrance
Common Name(s): Fragrance ingredient,eu allergen or aromatic component,olfactory/flavour
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides the complete fragrance profile contributing to product sensory experience and consumer appeal.
Why It's Used: Fragrance is a major consumer purchase driver โ up to 70% of consumers make purchasing decisions partially based on product scent.
How It Works: Fragrance blends interact with olfactory receptors providing the sensory profile โ complex mixtures activate multiple receptor types for rich, multidimensional scent experiences.
Typically Found In: All fragrance products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ cosmetic active
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: Standard use levels
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Ifra guidelines set usage limits for fragrance ingredients based on skin sensitisation and phototoxicity assessment for each application category.
Last Verified: Eu regulation 1223/2009 annex iii,ifra standards,fragrance allergen declaration requirements
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12