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Glow Recipe LHA + AHA Korean Watermelon Toner Pads for Hydration and Gentle Exfoliation scores 8.3/9.8 and Isntree Aloe Soothing Gel Fresh scores 8.3/9.8 — a near-tie where your skin type decides the winner.
These two are neck and neck — just 0.0 points apart.
Scores last verified: June 2026
23 unique
7 in common
These two toners take different paths to a similar destination. Both formulas include solid hydrating ingredients, and the overall scores reflect that — the gap here is genuinely slim.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Isntree Aloe Soothing Gel Fresh scores 9.8 here versus 7.5 for Glow Recipe LHA + AHA Korean Watermelon Toner Pads for Hydration and Gentle Exfoliation. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Glow Recipe LHA + AHA Korean Watermelon Toner Pads for Hydration and Gentle Exfoliation brings Gluconolactone, Lactic Acid, and Mandelic Acid as actives, while isntree Aloe Soothing Gel Fresh relies on Allantoin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, and Soy Isoflavones. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Glow Recipe LHA + AHA Korean Watermelon Toner Pads for Hydration and Gentle Exfoliation is better if you have
Isntree Aloe Soothing Gel Fresh is better if you have
At mid-range pricing with a score of 8.3, Glow Recipe LHA + AHA Korean Watermelon Toner Pads for Hydration and Gentle Exfoliation is a decent pick. Isntree Aloe Soothing Gel Fresh sits at the budget level with a 8.3 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.
It's a close call — both products score within 0.3 points of each other. Your choice depends on your specific skin concerns.
Based on ingredient analysis, Glow Recipe LHA + AHA Korean Watermelon Toner Pads for Hydration and Gentle Exfoliation scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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