Isntree
Chestnut AHA 8% Clear Toning Liquid
A calming exfoliant by Isntree, built around 16 calming ingredients.
36 of 36 ingredients identified
Informational only — check the packaging and a professional for advice.
Two exfoliating ingredients
Contains Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid. Monitor for irritation, especially if combined with other actives.
Barrier-support ingredients present
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine help reinforce the skin barrier.
Category breakdown
Soothing · 16Emollient · 4Solvent / vehicle · 3Other · 3Antioxidant · 3Humectant · 2Exfoliant · 2Surfactant · 1Barrier support · 1Preservative · 1
Relationships
Works well together
Portulaca Oleracea Extract + Centella AsiaticaSodium Hyaluronate + GlycerinLavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract + Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder + AllantoinAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder + PanthenolGlycolic Acid + GlycerinDipotassium Glycyrrhizate + Centella AsiaticaDipotassium Glycyrrhizate + Licorice Root ExtractAsiaticoside + Centella AsiaticaAsiaticoside + MadecassosideAsiaticoside + PanthenolMadecassic Acid + Centella AsiaticaMadecassic Acid + MadecassosideCentella Asiatica + PanthenolAsiatic Acid + Centella AsiaticaAsiatic Acid + Madecassic AcidAsiatic Acid + Asiaticoside
Full ingredient breakdown
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A gold-standard humectant that draws water into the skin.
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An extract of purslane traditionally used to calm and soothe reactive skin.
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The salt form of hyaluronic acid; penetrates more readily.
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Pro-vitamin B5 that soothes and hydrates.
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An isolated active from centella with strong soothing effects.
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A gentle soothing and skin-conditioning agent.
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An aqueous or hydroalcoholic extract of the whole aerial parts (flowers, leaves, and stems) of Lavandula angustifolia (true lavender), providing soothing and antioxidant benefits. Distinct from Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract (flower-only) and lavender essential oils.
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The dried powdered form of Aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice; functionally equivalent to liquid aloe leaf juice but used in anhydrous or powder formulations.
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The smallest AHA; a potent surface exfoliant.
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An aqueous or hydroalcoholic extract of rosemary leaves rich in rosmarinic acid and diterpene antioxidants, distinct from the essential oil form.
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A gentler AHA that also has humectant properties.
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A licorice-root-derived salt that calms inflammation and soothes irritated, reactive skin.
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A botanical that soothes and gently brightens.
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A polyphenol-rich antioxidant that also calms skin.
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A dry extract of aloe vera leaves used to calm and hydrate skin, distinct from aloe leaf juice in processing and concentration.
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A purified triterpene saponin from centella (Centella Asiatica). One of the key 'cica' actives, used for its calming and skin-repair properties.
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A fully saturated form of phosphatidylcholine (lecithin) obtained by hydrogenation of unsaturated bonds, used as a stable emulsifier, skin barrier-supportive lipid, and liposome-forming ingredient in high-end serums and creams.
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A triterpenoid component of Centella asiatica known for soothing and barrier-supporting effects.
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A calming botanical (cica) prized for soothing stressed skin.
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A marigold flower extract long used to calm and soothe irritated, sensitive skin.
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An extract from the shells of Japanese chestnut (Castanea crenata) rich in ellagitannins and polyphenols, used for antioxidant and mild astringent effects in skincare.
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A peony root extract used to calm skin and support a brighter, more even tone.
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A centella-derived triterpene active in the 'madecassic/asiatic' family, valued for soothing and barrier-supporting effects.
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German chamomile flower extract rich in bisabolol and apigenin, used to calm and soothe sensitive or irritated skin.