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Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner for mature skin

Average

  • AverageNormal Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • Low RiskSafety

Works for mature skin; other toners fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Offers moderate suitability for normal skin due to the humectant action of glycerin and sodium hyaluronate, which provide hydration and plumpness, but lacks targeted ingredients for your primary concern of wrinkles and fine lines.
  • Beta-glucan and Aspergillus ferment offer general skincare benefits that support skin health, though they do not specifically address wrinkle concerns.
  • The product is generally safe for your normal skin, with minimal risks of irritation from alcohol and lavender oil.

How to apply

  • You can use this hydrating toner AM and PM every day to keep your skin smooth. Always pair with SPF in the morning to protect your skin.
  • Apply your hydrating toner right after cleansing and before your moisturizer or SPF.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the hydrating toner into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
  • Apply the hydrating toner on slightly damp skin to help it absorb better and lock in moisture.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a simple patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 10.0k+ reviews

This toner is widely praised as a glass skin staple that delivers deep, non-greasy hydration and a plump, dewy finish suitable for most skin types. While the original formula's lavender scent is polarizing and potentially irritating for sensitive skin, the fragrance-free version is highly acclaimed for being gentle, soothing, and lightweight. This summary is based on a very large amount of data and should definitely be taken into account.

Highlights

  • Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
    • “skin drinks it right up”
    • “hydration bomb”
    • “intense moisture”
    • “leaves skin plump”
  • Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly”
    • “water-like consistency”
    • “not gloopy or greasy”
    • “silky glide”
  • Fragrance-free option Often Mentioned
    • “perfect for sensitive skin”
    • “no drama/irritation”
    • “great for reactive skin”
    • “gentle formula”
  • Glow and plumping Often Mentioned
    • “bouncy and glowy finish”
    • “glass skin effect”
    • “skin looks tighter”
    • “healthy radiance”
  • Soothing properties Sometimes Noted
    • “calms redness”
    • “gentle hug for skin”
    • “soothed my acne”
    • “reduces irritation”
  • Strong scent Sometimes Noted
    • “smells like toilet cleaner”
    • “lavender is too pungent”
    • “scent was cloying”
    • “overwhelming fragrance”
  • Not hydrating enough Rarely Noted
    • “not hydrating enough for winter”
    • “need multiple layers”
    • “felt dry after an hour”
    • “better for oily skin”
  • Skin irritation Rarely Noted
    • “caused breakouts”
    • “stung upon application”
    • “redness flared up”
    • “itchy reaction”
  • Sticky finish Rarely Noted
    • “leaves a tacky film”
    • “slightly greasy residue”
    • “sticky after drying”
    • “pills if layered”

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Questions and answers

How well does the Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner work for mature skin?

Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner works moderately well for mature skin because its glycerin and sodium hyaluronate draw in moisture for hydration and plumpness, but it lacks targeted ingredients for wrinkles and fine lines. A product of this type needs exceptional safety without irritation risks, along with targeted ingredients that effectively address wrinkles and fine lines while offering optimal hydration and soothing benefits for mature skin.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021

Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for mature skin?

This toner works for mature skin thanks to sodium hyaluronate and glycerin, which draw in moisture to keep skin plump and hydrated. While it offers general support for skin health, a product for this skin needs ingredients that specifically target wrinkles and fine lines, along with soothing and smoothing benefits.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021

What does Black Rice Extract do for mature skin?

Black rice extract helps protect mature skin by keeping it smooth and reducing everyday damage from the sun and environment. It works by supporting the skin framework to keep it firm while lowering the oxidative stress that can make dry or aging skin look tired.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2018

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for mature skin?

Hyaluronic acid helps mature skin by deeply boosting moisture, improving elasticity, and smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Regular use keeps the skin looking plump and soft while supporting overall firmness and hydration.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Skin Research and Technology, 2024

Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for mature skin?

This toner goes in your morning routine right after cleansing and before your moisturizer. To best support mature skin, this type of product needs targeted ingredients that specifically address wrinkles and fine lines.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Can I use this toner with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this hydrating toner with retinol by applying it right after cleansing and before your retinol treatment. It helps add moisture and keeps the skin comfortable, though mature skin also needs targeted ingredients like peptides or antioxidants to smooth out wrinkles and fine lines.

Cutis, 2006Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

How often should I use this toner?

You can use this hydrating toner daily in your morning routine, as it provides moderate hydration and plumpness for your skin. Mature skin also needs targeted ingredients that specifically address wrinkles and fine lines.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?

This toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for mature skin. It has a safe profile with a low risk of irritation, though a product of this type needs firming ingredients and antioxidants to better target wrinkles and fine lines.

Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It contains fragrance (linalool) and drying alcohol (alcohol).

What the research says

  • A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
  • Skin care regimens containing beta-glucan improved hemoglobin index, skin hydration, and transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in 20 patients undergoing fractional laser therapy.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
  • Treatment with topical formulations containing beta-glucan combined with nanofractional radiofrequency plus magnetic nanofractional radiofrequency showed the best efficacy and was tolerable and effective in Chinese women with abdominal stretch marks compared to control groups.

    Dermatology and Therapy, 2023
  • Benzyl Alcohol, Benzoic Acid, and Sodium Benzoate can be used safely in cosmetic formulations at concentrations up to 5%, and Benzyl Alcohol is safe up to 10% in hair dyes, despite causing nonimmunologic contact reactions.

    International Journal of Toxicology, 2001
  • Black rice extract treatment downregulated MMP-1 and MMP-3 expression, increased type I procollagen expression, and reduced reactive oxygen species production in ultraviolet-irradiated HaCaT and human dermal fibroblast skin cells.

    International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2018
  • Black rice hydrolyzed peptides induce a dose-dependent increase in hyaluronan synthase 2 gene expression and effectively increase hyaluronan production in HaCaT keratinocytes.

    Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, 2007
  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022
  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019
  • Topical beta-glucan mildly improved striae gravidarum, 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser showed better results than topical beta-glucan, and the combined strategy further improved striae gravidarum atrophy compared to single treatment.

    The Journal of Dermatology, 2022
  • Topical application of oat beta-glucan ameliorates epidermal hyperplasia and accelerates epidermal barrier recovery by promoting keratinocyte differentiation through dectin-1-mediated ERK and p38 signaling pathways that upregulate CaSR expression.

    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2021
  • Beta-glucan and porous PLGA membranes containing beta-glucan enhanced the proliferation, migration, and cellular responses of adult human dermal fibroblasts and adipose tissue-derived stem cells, and induced strong collagen gel contraction, while proving biologically safe.

    Biomedical Materials, 2010
  • Enzyme-modified ginseng extract cream significantly reduced the global photo-damage score and various roughness measures including total roughness, smoothness depth, and arithmetic roughness average compared to placebo in 23 human subjects.

    Rejuvenation Research, 2015
  • A red ginseng hydrogel formulation with 1,2-hexanediol promoted selective growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and decreased Cutibacterium acnes in 20 female subjects.

    Journal of Ginseng Research, 2022
  • A 1% fermented black ginseng cream significantly reduced eye wrinkles and brightened skin color in twenty-three human subjects compared to control cream and baseline.

    Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health. Part A, 2020
  • Motor baicalin encapsulated in bio-vesicles enhanced water solubility, stability, transdermal penetration, antioxidant activity, and clinical skin antiaging efficacy compared to liposome baicalin and baicalin raw material.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
  • A nighttime topical antioxidant containing resveratrol, baicalin, and vitamin E significantly improved fine lines, wrinkles, firmness, elasticity, laxity, hyperpigmentation, radiance, roughness, and dermal thickness in subjects with mild to moderately photodamaged skin over 12 weeks.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2014
  • Glycyrrhizin micellar nanocarriers significantly improved topical penetration and follicular accumulation of baicalin in porcine skin, enhanced human dermal papilla cell proliferation, and promoted hair recovery through Wnt/β-catenin pathway activation and upregulation of VEGF, α-MSH, and IL-10.

    International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2022

Ingredients

Water, Betaine, Glycerin, Propanediol, Aspergillus Ferment, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cyclodextrin, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Butylene Glycol, Usnea Barbata Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Sodium Phytate, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Glucose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Alcohol, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil Lavender Oil, Linalool

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

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