Comparison
Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner vs Then I Met You Birch Milk Refining Toner
Two toners that compete for the same routine slot. Below is the honest side by side: what makes each one different, who each one is best for, and how real users rate them.


Choose Essence Toner if
- Your main concern is Dehydration.
- You have Sensitive or All skin.
- You want Milk Vetch Root in the formula.
- You prefer the lower price (from €18 vs from €38).
Choose Birch Milk Refining Toner if
- Your main concern is Dullness or Texture.
- You have Normal or Combination skin.
- You want Birch Sap, Lactic Acid, Niacinamide in the formula.
- glow boost
At a glance
- Dry
- Sensitive
- All
- Normal
- Dry
- Combination
- Dehydration
- Dullness
- Texture
- Milk Vetch Root
- Birch Sap
- Lactic Acid
- Niacinamide
- minimal ingredient list
- deeply hydrating
- glow boost
- smooths texture
- viscous texture takes adjusting
- premium price
Ingredient interactions
No flagged interactions between the key ingredients in these two products. You can layer them at different routine steps without a known conflict.
What reviewers say
Essence Toner
Highly Recommend
"This toner works wonders and I highly recommend it. It's especially great for keeping my sensitive skin hydrated and calm throughout the day."
Very hydrating and non-sticky
"This toner is very hydrating and applies smoothly. It does not feel sticky on the skin, which is a big plus for me. It's great for adding a layer of moisture to my routine."
Birch Milk Refining Toner
"This looks nice. I really love birch juice. It helps acne well and hydrates really well."
"Most of the reviews I have read about this toner have said that it's not sticky or tacky, but I feel like it is for me. Is this just me? Has anyone else tried ..."
FAQ
What is the main difference between Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner and Then I Met You Birch Milk Refining Toner?
Both are toners. Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner focuses on Dehydration, while Then I Met You Birch Milk Refining Toner targets Dullness and Texture. Ingredient wise, Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner leads with Milk Vetch Root; Then I Met You Birch Milk Refining Toner uses Birch Sap and Lactic Acid.
Can I use Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner and Then I Met You Birch Milk Refining Toner together?
They serve the same routine step, so pick one at a time rather than layering.
Which one is cheaper, Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner or Then I Met You Birch Milk Refining Toner?
Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner is the more affordable option based on current listed prices (from €18 vs from €38).