Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA 150 ml – Gentle Daily Exfoliating Toner

When to use
1–5 times per week depending on skin tolerance. Many people with non-sensitive skin can use it daily, others prefer every other day.

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AM or PM – Toner / exfoliating step

1. Cleanse
   Start with a gentle cleanser suited to your skin type.
   
2. Apply the toner – two methods
   Cotton pad method (extra clarifying):
   Soak a thin cotton pad with toner.
   Gently swipe from the centre of the face outwards, avoiding the immediate eye area.
   Focus on T-zone, nose, chin and areas with rough texture or congestion.
   
   Hands method (gentler / for sensitive skin):
   Pour a small amount (about a 5–10p coin size) into your palms.
   Press and pat over face and neck.
   
3. Let it sit
   Give the toner 1–2 minutes to work before layering other products.
   If your skin is very sensitive, you can go straight in with your next step.
   
4. Follow with hydration
   Apply a hydrating serum and moisturiser to replenish water and support the barrier.
   
5. Daytime = SPF is non-negotiable
   In the morning, always follow with broad-spectrum SPF 30–50 as your last step.
   Acids make your skin more sun-sensitive; sunscreen is what actually protects your results.
   

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Tips to get the most out of it

• If you’re a beginner or very sensitive:
  Start 2–3 times per week, preferably at night.
  Avoid using other exfoliating products (peels, strong AHA/BHA toners) on the same days.
  
• If you use retinoids, vitamin C or strong actives, consider using this on alternate nights or keeping the rest of the routine very simple and hydrating.
  
• Watch for signs of over-exfoliation: tightness, stinging, unusual shine, flakiness. If that happens, stop acids for a bit and focus on barrier care.
  

Patch-test first. Apply a little behind your ear or on your jawline and wait 24 hours before full use.

Full Ingredients (INCI)

Water, Prunus Mume Fruit Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salicylic Acid, Tromethamine, Triethylhexanoin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Fructose, Glucose, Sodium PCA, Tocopherol, C12-14 Pareth-12, Tetrasodium EDTA, Diphenyl Dimethicone.

Key Ingredients Explained

Prunus Mume (Green Plum) Fruit Water – 25%
Hydrating fruit water rich in natural acids and antioxidants; helps soften dead skin, support natural turnover and give a refreshed feel.

Glycolic Acid (AHA, ~2–3%)
Water-soluble alpha hydroxy acid that gently dissolves the “glue” between dead skin cells, improving texture, radiance and the look of fine lines and pigmentation over time. Here it’s used at a mild level suitable for regular use.

Salicylic Acid (BHA, 0.5%)
Oil-soluble beta hydroxy acid that can penetrate into pores to dissolve sebum and dead skin, helping with blackheads, sebaceous filaments and acne. Also brings mild soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Mung Bean & Portulaca Oleracea Extracts
Traditional Korean herbs known for cooling, calming and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to offset potential irritation from acids.

Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Antioxidant-rich hanbang ingredient that supports skin vitality, circulation and resilience, helping skin look more awake and healthy long term.

Glycerin, Sodium PCA, Fructose & Glucose
Humectants that draw water into the outer skin layers, giving a plump, hydrated feel and reducing that tight, dried-out feeling some acid toners can leave.

Hydrogenated Lecithin & Triethylhexanoin
Gentle emollients that help support the lipid barrier and reduce moisture loss, keeping the toner from feeling harsh despite the presence of acids.