APLB
Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide HA B5 Facial Toner 160 ml – Barrier-Supporting Hydrating Toner
- Regular price £9.99
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What is it for?
APLB Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide HA B5 Facial Toner is a hydrating, barrier-repair toner for skin that feels dry, tight, sensitive or overworked from actives and weather.
At its core is Hyaluronic HA B5 CEN™ 21.3% – a complex of:
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Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate 8,000 ppb)
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Ceramide NP 5,000 ppb
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Panthenol (Vitamin B5) 5,000 ppm
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Centella Asiatica Extract 20.8%
This combination helps pull water into the skin, lock it in, and calm irritation, while supporting a healthier lipid barrier.
On top of that, you get Centella 3x Complex™ (Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid), beta-glucan, hydroxyethyl urea, hydrolyzed collagen, squalane, rice extract, sea buckthorn, eggplant extract and tea tree leaf extract – a full-care formula for hydration, soothing, elasticity and brightening.
The texture is a watery, slightly cushiony toner that soaks in quickly and leaves the skin feeling bouncy and comfortable, not sticky.
Who is it for?
✔ Normal, dry and very dry skin
✔ Dehydrated, tight, “thirsty” skin
✔ Damaged / compromised skin barrier from actives, retinoids, peels or cold weather
✔ Sensitive, redness-prone skin that still wants anti-ageing + brightening support
✔ Oily / combo skin looking for a hydrating toner that isn’t heavy or occlusive
Great as your everyday hydrating + barrier toner, or as a “repair phase” toner after your barrier has had a wobble.
Why you’ll love it
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21.3% Hyaluronic HA B5 CEN™ = hydration + barrier
The patented complex combines hyaluronic acid, ceramide NP, vitamin B5 and Centella extract to:-
Deeply hydrate and plump
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Strengthen the moisture barrier
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Calm irritation and redness
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High Centella (20.8%) + Centella 3x Complex™
Centella Asiatica Extract 20.8% plus Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside and Asiatic Acid bring serious soothing power – helping calm inflammation, support repair and reduce redness in sensitive or acne-prone skin. -
Multi-level hydration that actually lasts
Humectants like glycerin, butylene glycol, hydroxyethyl urea, sodium hyaluronate, beta-glucan and propanediol draw water into the skin and help keep it there, so you don’t feel tight again 10 minutes later. -
Ceramide NP + Squalane + Hydrolyzed Collagen
These skin-identical lipids and emollients help reduce moisture loss, improve elasticity and soften fine dehydration lines, supporting a stronger, bouncier barrier over time. -
Brightening and revitalising extras
Turmeric root, sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides), rice extract and Saccharomyces ferment help revive dull skin, support an even tone and provide antioxidant protection. -
Gentle clarification with tea tree & botanicals
Eggplant and tea tree leaf extract add an antibacterial, clarifying touch for blemish-prone skin, without turning this into a harsh “acne toner”. -
Alcohol-free, fragrance-free, EO-free
No drying alcohol, no perfume, no essential oils – ideal for reactive, redness-prone and barrier-compromised skin.
Free-from / Ethics
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Alcohol-free
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Fragrance-free & essential-oil-free
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No parabens, mineral oil or sulfates according to brand/retailers
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Cruelty-free
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Not marketed as vegan (contains hydrolyzed collagen)
When to use
AM and/or PM after cleansing. Can be used daily.
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Step-by-step
- Cleanse
Start with a gentle cleanser suited to your skin type.
- Apply the toner – hands method (best for sensitive skin)
Pour a small amount (about a 5–10p coin) into your palms.
Gently press and pat over face and neck for 30–60 seconds until absorbed.
- Or cotton pad method (if you like a swipe)
Soak a thin cotton pad and swipe from the centre of the face outwards, avoiding the immediate eye area.
Great if you want a very light “refining” feel.
- Layer if needed
For very dry or sensitised skin, you can layer 2–3 times (“toner layering”) until your skin feels comfortably plump.
- Follow with serum + moisturiser
Use your treatment serums next (e.g. BOJ Glow Deep / Calming / Revive), then moisturiser.
- Daytime = SPF
In the morning, always finish with broad-spectrum SPF 30–50.
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Tips to get the most out of it
- Perfect right after washing if your skin feels tight – it quickly takes away that “post-cleanse” dryness.
- On barrier-repair days, keep it simple:
Gentle cleanser → this toner (1–3 layers) → rich moisturiser → SPF (AM).
- You can also soak thin cotton pads and use them as DIY soothing masks on cheeks or areas of irritation for 5–10 minutes.
Patch-test first. Every skin is different – apply a little behind your ear or on your jawline and wait 24 hours before full use, especially if your barrier is already compromised.
Full Ingredients (INCI)
Water, Centella Asiatica Extract (20.8%), Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol (5,000 ppm), Sodium Hyaluronate (8,000 ppb), Ceramide NP (5,000 ppb), Allantoin, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Squalane, Beta-Glucan, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Octyldodecanol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Propanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate.
Key Ingredients Explained
Centella Asiatica Extract (20.8%) + Centella 3x Complex™
Soothing “cica” powerhouse that helps calm redness, support wound healing, strengthen the barrier and hydrate – ideal for sensitive, acne-prone and over-treated skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)
Skin-identical humectant that attracts and holds water in the upper layers of the skin, giving a plump, bouncy feel and reducing fine dehydration lines.
Ceramide NP (5,000 ppb)
Key barrier lipid that helps repair and fortify the skin’s protective layer, reducing moisture loss and sensitivity over time.
Panthenol (Vitamin B5, 5,000 ppm)
Humectant + barrier-supportive active that boosts hydration, improves softness and helps skin recover from irritation, making it perfect for barrier-repair routines.
Beta-Glucan
Hydrating polysaccharide with strong soothing and barrier-supporting properties, often compared to (and sometimes outperforming) hyaluronic acid in water-binding.
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Powerful humectant that increases skin’s water content and improves elasticity without tackiness – excellent for long-lasting hydration.
Squalane & Hydrolyzed Collagen
Light emollients that help soften skin, support elasticity and prevent moisture loss, giving a smoother, more resilient complexion.
Rice Extract, Turmeric Root & Sea Buckthorn Fruit Extract
Antioxidant, brightening and revitalising botanicals that help revive dull skin, support an even tone and protect against environmental stress.
Tea Tree Leaf & Eggplant Extracts
Clarifying and soothing plant extracts that help keep blemish-prone skin calm and balanced, with a mild antibacterial edge from tea tree.
We dispatch all orders within 1 business day (Monday–Friday) from our London, UK base via Royal Mail Tracked.
- UK Standard £3.99: Royal Mail Tracked Standard Delivery (2-3 working days from dispatch) Free on orders over £30
- UK Express £5.50: Royal Mail Tracked First Class Delivery (1-2 working days from dispatch)
- EU: £9.99 (3–7 working days) – Free on orders over €80
Please note: EU orders may be subject to local VAT or handling fees upon delivery, depending on your country’s customs rules.