Neutrogena Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent for mature skin
Salicylic Acid
Witch Hazel Extract
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Butylene GlycolCaution
- AverageNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- RiskySafety
A poor match for mature skin; the toners alongside 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 exfoliation for your normal skin, as salicylic acid helps with cell turnover to address wrinkles and fine lines, while aloe barbadensis leaf extract provides soothing benefits.
- The formula includes witch hazel extract, which can offer mild astringent properties suitable for normal skin.
How to apply
- Use this exfoliating toner as part of your PM routine once a week to start , then increase frequency carefully if your skin feels comfortable.
- Apply this product after cleansing and before your moisturizer to ensure it works effectively.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliating toner into your skin and let it absorb fully ⏳.
- Apply the exfoliating toner on clean, dry skin for the best results since your skin is normal and not sensitive.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and always use SPF daily while using exfoliating active ingredients.
People Say
★4.3Overall rating based on 400+ reviewsUsers with oily and acne-prone skin frequently praise this astringent for its deep pore cleansing and significant oil reduction, often finding it effective for preventing breakouts. A moderate number of users report that the high alcohol content can lead to dryness and stinging, making it less ideal for sensitive skin types.
Highlights
Clears acne Often Mentioned
- “clears acne”
- “pimples almost gone”
- “prevent future breakouts”
- “works on blemishes”
Controls oil Often Mentioned
- “removes surface oil”
- “controls shine”
- “less oily skin”
- “keeps face matte”
Deep cleansing Sometimes Noted
- “deep cleansing action”
- “removes dirt/makeup”
- “clean pores”
- “removes residue”
Refreshing feel Sometimes Noted
- “clean and refreshed”
- “cooling sensation”
- “crisp clean feeling”
- “skin feels tight”
Drying effect Sometimes Noted
- “dries out skin”
- “excessive drying”
- “peeling”
- “skin feels tight”
Strong scent Sometimes Noted
- “smelled HORRIBLE”
- “scent is potent”
- “strong alcohol smell”
- “chemical odor”
Burning sensation Rarely Noted
- “burned my skin”
- “sting a bit”
- “burns a little”
- “irritates face”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “leaked badly”
- “no tamper seal”
- “bottle leaked”
- “spilled in shipping”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Neutrogena Clear Pore Astringent for mature skin?
Lovi advises caution because this toner contains alcohol and strong astringents that can dry out mature skin. Mature skin needs a product of this type that features gentle exfoliants along with rich hydrating and soothing ingredients to keep the skin soft and smooth without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this toner a poor fit for mature skin?
Salicylic acid and alcohol denat make this toner a poor fit for mature skin because they can dry it out and cause irritation. Mature skin needs hydrating ingredients and gentle exfoliants that smooth and soften without stripping its natural moisture.
What does Salicylic Acid do for mature skin?
Salicylic acid helps smooth and firm mature skin by boosting collagen and elasticity while reducing roughness and wrinkles. It is unlikely to cause irritation when used correctly, but this skin type also needs extra hydrating ingredients to stay soft and plump.
What does Witch Hazel Extract do for mature skin?
Witch Hazel Extract helps smooth fine lines and makes mature skin feel firmer by supporting elastic fibers and reducing nonfunctional elastin aggregates. It also provides antioxidant protection to shield aging skin from daily stress.
Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This exfoliating toner is a poor match for mature skin because it may dry it out, and mature skin instead needs gentle, hydrating formulas with nourishing ingredients that keep the skin soft and comfortable.
Can I use this toner with retinol, and in what order?
It is best to use caution when combining this exfoliating toner with retinol, as using them together may cause your skin to become very dry or irritated. If you do use both, apply the toner first after cleansing and wait until it is fully absorbed before putting on your retinol.
How often should I use this toner?
This toner is a poor match for your mature skin, so you should use an exfoliating toner only once a week to see how your skin tolerates it. Mature skin needs gentle exfoliating ingredients paired with nourishing, hydrating components to keep it soft and smooth without drying it out.
Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This toner is unlikely to clog pores, but mature skin may experience purging from the salicylic acid or dryness from the alcohol and witch hazel. A product for mature skin needs gentle exfoliating ingredients paired with rich moisturizers to keep dry skin soft and smooth.
Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (alcohol denat).
What the research says
Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024A Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract increased LOXL1 expression twofold, decreased elafin synthesis, restored functional elastic fibers, reduced nonfunctional elastin aggregates, decreased wrinkles, and improved skin firmness.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2018Hamamelis bark proanthocyanidins strongly increased the proliferation of cultured human keratinocytes and reduced transepidermal water loss and erythema formation in SLS-irritated skin, whereas the polysaccharide fraction had no effect.
Phytochemistry, 2001Witch hazel bark extract and hamamelitannin showed pronounced anti-inflammatory activity, supported keratinocyte migration in a wound healing assay, and inhibited Staphylococcus aureus growth, whereas their skin microbiota metabolite ellagic acid stimulated inflammatory mediator release.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2025A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010Apigenin protects against UVA-induced cytotoxicity and senescence in normal human dermal fibroblasts, decreases MMP-1 expression, and when applied topically as a cream in human subjects, increases dermal density and elasticity while reducing fine wrinkle length, skin evenness, moisture content, and transepidermal water loss compared to control cream.
International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2016Topical chamomile oil combined with a night splint significantly improved the symptomatic and functional status of patients with severe carpal tunnel syndrome compared to placebo, while electrodiagnostic parameters showed no significant changes.
Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 2015German chamomile solution applied twice a day healed peristomal skin lesions significantly faster than once-a-day 1% hydrocortisone ointment in colostomy patients, with a mean healing time of 8.89 days versus 14.53 days.
Ostomy/wound Management, 2011
Ingredients
Salicylic Acid, Alcohol Denat, Water, Witch Hazel Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycereth-7, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Matricaria Flower Extract Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Methyl Gluceth-20, Benzophenone-4, Blue 1, Propylene Glycol
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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