Aqua Factory
hydrating toner
Drench your skin in deep, lasting hydration with Aqua Factory Hydrating Toner. Smooth, soothe, and repair with 5% Urea, 4% Beta-Glucan Complex, and a blend of 7 potent humectants to hydrate and stimulate skin repair while soothing irritation. An invisible, weightless surge of all-day hydration for bouncy skin and a strong skin barrier.
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Alli Reed
Founder & Formulator
MEET AQUA FACTORY
Drench your skin in deep, lasting hydration.
Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMFs) are the same as the ones your skin produces to keep itself moisturized and healthy
5% Urea hydrates, softens, decreases flakiness, and improves skin barrier function
4% Beta-Glucan Complex is a naturally-occurring polysaccharide that stimulates skin repair, soothes irritated skin, and increases hydration
Absorbs instantly for weightless, all-day hydration
Featuring 7 powerful humectants that hold onto hydration like a sponge for plump, dewy skin
Skin Type
Perfect for all skin types.
Amount
After cleansing, apply to face and neck twice daily for a hydrated, healthy complexion.
Frequency
Apply twice daily for maximum benefit.
Texture
A lightweight, quick absorbing, super juicy toner.
Science & Key Ingredients.
Skin hydration is for more than just glowing skin: adequate hydration levels in the epidermis are crucial for overall skin health.
Your epidermis – the uppermost layer of your skin – is constantly generating new skin cells that rise through the layers and naturally fall off. This natural shedding of skin cells is called desquamation, and the process is modulated by certain enzymes in the skin. These enzymes require a certain level of hydration in order to work. That means if your skin lacks hydration, those enzymes can’t function properly, which means your dead skin cells start to build up – leading to dull skin, clogged pores, and flaking.
Hydration levels in the epidermis are managed by Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMFs), which are natural humectants your body produces to hold onto moisture. Aqua Factory features two of the most powerful NMFs, Urea and Sodium PCA. Both of these skin-identical ingredients can increase hydration levels within the skin, ensuring healthy shedding of dead skin cells.
Aqua Factory contains a total of 7 different humectants to get the maximum level of hydration into your skin. As water naturally evaporates out through your skin (a process known as transepidermal water loss), humectants act like a sponge to hold onto that water and keep it in the skin. In addition to the two NMFs, Urea and Sodium PCA, Aqua Factory also features Beta Glucan, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, and Propylene Glycol.
HOW TO USE
Apply twice daily for a hydrated glow
After cleansing, apply to face and neck twice daily for a hydrated, healthy complexion. Aqua Factory plays well with others, under makeup or under serums.
FAQs
Where does this fit into my routine order?
Toner goes first in your routine, with two notable exceptions: it should go after cleansers, and it should go after any products that specifically need to be used on clean, bare skin (like our C+C Serum). Other than those two exceptions, it would go before any other products.
Should I use this daily?
Yes, this is a gentle hydrating toner that can be used multiple times a day.
Should this be used in the AM or PM?
Both! It provides gentle, deep hydration that can be added to both your AM and PM routines.
How is this different from Rewind, a hydrating serum?
Aqua Factory provides invisible hydration, meaning it soaks in instantly and has a texture similar to water. It focuses on providing natural moisturizing factors to your skin so it can keep your barrier healthy and your skin flake-free. Rewind is a richer serum, providing anti-aging and brightening benefits in addition to hydration, and has a much thicker texture. Both are oil-free and combining the two gives your skin a powerful hydration boost.
What differentiates a toner from a serum?
In general, toners are lighter weight, with a water-like texture, while serums are thicker and richer. Toners can be applied directly to the skin or used with a cotton pad, while serums should only be applied directly.
Can/Should I still use this product if I have oily skin? Sensitive skin?
Aqua Factory is formulated for all skin types. It’s oil-free and soaks in instantly, so it’s great for providing hydration to oily skin. It’s a hyper-gentle formula that’s ideal for sensitive skin.
How long should I expect until I see results?
You should see hydrating effects almost immediately, including softer, plumper skin. The benefits to skin cell turnover and shedding dead skin cells will appear within 3-4 weeks of daily use.
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