# Hypochlorous acid

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/hypochlorous-acid

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Topical hypochlorous acid gently calms redness, eases irritation, clears blemishes, and supports comfortable healing for balanced skin. This supportive ingredient suits dry and oily skin types best, and it is most commonly found in lightweight [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/serum) and soothing mists. Because it layers easily with other products, it integrates smoothly into any daily skincare routine.

[Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36769811/) [Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34123555/)

This page shows hypochlorous acid products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app.

### Popular hypochlorous acid products

- [Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/tower-28/sos-daily-rescue-facial-spray/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 270.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CBT27HCY?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [AED 95.83 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B07VRFC3Y7?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BRIOTECH Topical Skin Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/briotech/topical-skin-spray/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [AED 75.28 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B00YZDHMWW?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/base-laboratories/hypochlorous-acid-spray/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 68.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0BR666F2L?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/clinisoothe/skin-purifier/for/dry-skin) — Low fit

### Other hypochlorous acid products

- [Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/tower-28/sos-daily-rescue-facial-spray/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 270.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CBT27HCY?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BRIOTECH Topical Skin Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/briotech/topical-skin-spray/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [AED 75.28 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B00YZDHMWW?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/base-laboratories/hypochlorous-acid-spray/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 68.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0BR666F2L?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/clinisoothe/skin-purifier/for/dry-skin) — Low fit
- [SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [AED 95.83 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B07VRFC3Y7?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## What reviewers say about popular hypochlorous acid products

The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular hypochlorous acid product on Lovi.

- Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray Chlorine-like scent ★4.7 · 2.0k+ reviews High price point Refreshing post-workout “Smells like pool water” [What people say about SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/tower-28/sos-daily-rescue-facial-spray/for/sensitive-skin)
- SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser Convenient for gym ★4.6 · 20.0k+ reviews Soothes redness Chlorine-like smell “peace after workouts” [What people say about Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/combination-skin)
- BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray Calms irritation ★4.4 · 2.8k+ reviews Great value Soothing and gentle “cleared my bacterial acne” [What people say about Hypochlorous Acid Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/base-laboratories/hypochlorous-acid-spray/for/sensitive-skin)
- Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier Calms sensitive skin ★4.6 · 700+ reviews Gentle formula Versatile use “Soothing for reactive skin” [What people say about Skin Purifier](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/clinisoothe/skin-purifier/for/dry-skin)

### Hypochlorous acid for dry skin

- [Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/tower-28/sos-daily-rescue-facial-spray/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [AED 270.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CBT27HCY?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [AED 95.83 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B07VRFC3Y7?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/base-laboratories/hypochlorous-acid-spray/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [AED 68.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0BR666F2L?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BRIOTECH Topical Skin Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/briotech/topical-skin-spray/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [AED 75.28 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B00YZDHMWW?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/clinisoothe/skin-purifier/for/dry-skin) — Low fit

### Hypochlorous acid for oily skin

- [Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/tower-28/sos-daily-rescue-facial-spray/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [AED 270.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CBT27HCY?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [AED 95.83 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B07VRFC3Y7?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/base-laboratories/hypochlorous-acid-spray/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [AED 68.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0BR666F2L?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BRIOTECH Topical Skin Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/briotech/topical-skin-spray/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [AED 75.28 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B00YZDHMWW?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/clinisoothe/skin-purifier/for/oily-skin) — Caution fit

### Hypochlorous acid for combination skin

- [Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/tower-28/sos-daily-rescue-facial-spray/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [AED 270.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CBT27HCY?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [AED 95.83 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B07VRFC3Y7?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/base-laboratories/hypochlorous-acid-spray/for/combination-skin) — Average fit — [AED 68.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0BR666F2L?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BRIOTECH Topical Skin Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/briotech/topical-skin-spray/for/combination-skin) — Average fit — [AED 75.28 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B00YZDHMWW?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/clinisoothe/skin-purifier/for/combination-skin) — Caution fit

### Hypochlorous acid for sensitive skin

- [BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/base-laboratories/hypochlorous-acid-spray/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 68.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0BR666F2L?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/tower-28/sos-daily-rescue-facial-spray/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [AED 270.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CBT27HCY?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [AED 95.83 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B07VRFC3Y7?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BRIOTECH Topical Skin Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/briotech/topical-skin-spray/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [AED 75.28 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B00YZDHMWW?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/clinisoothe/skin-purifier/for/sensitive-skin) — Caution fit

### Hypochlorous acid for acne-prone skin

- [Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/tower-28/sos-daily-rescue-facial-spray/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [AED 270.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CBT27HCY?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [AED 95.83 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B07VRFC3Y7?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/base-laboratories/hypochlorous-acid-spray/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [AED 68.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0BR666F2L?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BRIOTECH Topical Skin Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/briotech/topical-skin-spray/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit — [AED 75.28 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B00YZDHMWW?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/clinisoothe/skin-purifier/for/acne-prone-skin) — Low fit

### Hypochlorous acid for mature skin

- [Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/tower-28/sos-daily-rescue-facial-spray/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [AED 270.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0CBT27HCY?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/skinsmart/antimicrobial-facial-cleanser/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [AED 95.83 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B07VRFC3Y7?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/base-laboratories/hypochlorous-acid-spray/for/mature-skin) — Average fit — [AED 68.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B0BR666F2L?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [BRIOTECH Topical Skin Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/briotech/topical-skin-spray/for/mature-skin) — Average fit — [AED 75.28 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ae/dp/B00YZDHMWW?tag=lovi00-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/p/clinisoothe/skin-purifier/for/mature-skin) — Caution fit

## Questions and answers

### What does hypochlorous acid do for the skin?

Hypochlorous acid helps soothe skin by reducing redness, calming irritation, and decreasing harmful bacteria. It also supports skin healing after procedures.

[Experimental Dermatology, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40803690/)

### How do you use hypochlorous acid?

Hypochlorous acid is typically applied as a mist or solution daily or periprocedurally to support skin healing and reduce redness. Studies show it helps manage conditions like blepharitis, acne, and post-procedure recovery when used regularly.

[Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36769811/) [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40832716/)

### Should you use hypochlorous acid in the morning or at night?

There is no set time of day required for using hypochlorous acid, as studies generally assess its use daily or as a periprocedural mist rather than restricting it to morning or night.

[Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36769811/) [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40832716/)

### Can you use hypochlorous acid every day?

Yes, you can use hypochlorous acid every day as a daily application to support wound healing, soothe irritation, and manage skin concerns.

[Experimental Dermatology, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40803690/)

### Does hypochlorous acid cause purging or irritation?

Hypochlorous acid is unlikely to cause purging, and it is generally well-tolerated with studies showing it helps reduce irritation, redness, and itching.

### Which skin types is hypochlorous acid best for?

Hypochlorous acid is best for sensitive skin, where Lovi rates BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray and Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray as Superior fits. For oily, acne-prone, and combination skin types, Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray is a High fit.

## Research on hypochlorous acid

- [Effect of Hypochlorous Acid on Blepharitis through Ultrasonic Atomization: A Randomized Clinical Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36769811/) Hypochlorous acid · Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023
- [Sodium Hypochlorite 0.005% Versus Placebo in the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Acne: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34123555/) Hypochlorous acid · Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2021
- [An Acid-Oxidising Solution Containing Hypochlorous Acid Reduces Staphylococcus aureus and Improves Bacterial Diversity in Epidermolysis Bullosa Wounds](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40803690/) Hypochlorous acid · Experimental Dermatology, 2025
- [Periprocedural Use of Hypochlorous Acid Mist for Improving Healing and Cosmesis of the Face After Laser](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40832716/) Hypochlorous acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

## Brands with hypochlorous acid

- American skincare: [Tower 28](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/brands/tower-28)
- American skincare: [SkinSmart](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/brands/skinsmart)
- American skincare: [BRIOTECH](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/brands/briotech)
- American skincare: [BASE LABORATORIES](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/brands/base-laboratories)
- British skincare: [Clinisoothe+](https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/brands/clinisoothe)

## About the Lovi Fit

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