Mizon AHA & BHA Daily Clean Toner for skin with dark spots
Glycolic Acid
Lactic Acid
Salicylic Acid
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Gentiana Lutea Root ExtractAverage
- AverageNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for skin with dark spots; other toners fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dark spots: hyperpigmentation, sun spots, and uneven skin tone. 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 your normal skin as glycolic acid and lactic acid provide exfoliation and hydration, while Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract and Centella Asiatica Extract offer soothing benefits supportive for pigmentation. The formula lacks sufficient emollient ingredients for optimal nourishment.
- The presence of Glycerin and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract contributes to general skincare benefits like hydration and soothing, which are supportive for pigmentation and normal skin.
- The safety profile is excellent due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing components like Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract and Centella Asiatica Extract, posing no risk of irritation for your normal skin.
How to apply
- Use your exfoliating toner in your PM routine. Start once a week and slowly increase if your skin likes it.
- Apply after your cleanser, before your moisturizer. This step helps target your pigmentation goals effectively.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliating toner into your skin. Avoid rubbing to keep your face happy.
- Apply the exfoliating toner on clean and completely dry skin. This ensures the best comfort for normal skin.
- Always avoid the eye area and use SPF daily while using this exfoliating toner.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 600+ reviewsThis toner is widely celebrated as a gentle, daily exfoliating treatment that effectively preps the skin by balancing pH levels without causing irritation. Users with oily, acne-prone, and combination skin frequently report smoother texture, clearer pores, and a "glass skin" glow, though some find the acid concentration too mild for heavy-duty exfoliation.
Highlights
Gentle exfoliation Mostly Mentioned
- “Gentle enough for daily use”
- “mildly exfoliates without irritation”
- “great for sensitive skin”
Improves texture and glow Often Mentioned
- “Smoother skin texture”
- “brighter complexion”
- “leaves a nice glow”
Pore and acne control Often Mentioned
- “Cleans clogged pores”
- “prevents breakouts”
- “blackheads vanished”
Preps skin / pH balancing Often Mentioned
- “Preps skin to absorb essence”
- “perfect pH adjusting toner”
- “makes serums absorb better”
Non-drying formula Sometimes Noted
- “Does not dry the skin out”
- “hydrating and soothing”
- “no tightness after use”
Scent and alcohol Sometimes Noted
- “Smells like medicine/vitamin syrup”
- “contains alcohol”
- “smell is overwhelming”
Too mild Sometimes Noted
- “Acid content seems quite low”
- “didn't notice any effect”
- “essentially just a moisturizer”
Availability issues Rarely Noted
- “Hard to find”
- “frequently out of stock”
- “had to wait for restock”
Stinging or irritation Rarely Noted
- “Stings if it gets in eyes”
- “stings on open pimples”
- “caused slight redness”
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Questions and answers
How well does Mizon Daily Clean Toner work for skin with dark spots?
This toner works moderately well for skin with dark spots as it provides helpful exfoliation and hydration with glycolic acid and lactic acid, while soothing ingredients calm the skin. However, an average fit product of this type needs more nourishing ingredients to keep this skin soft and smooth.
Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for skin with dark spots?
Glycolic acid, lactic acid, and salicylic acid help fade dark spots by gently exfoliating the skin, while aloe vera and centella asiatica extracts soothe and support a calm complexion. For this skin type, a product of this type needs strong exfoliating properties to brighten tone combined with nourishing ingredients to keep the skin soft and smooth.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Glycolic Acid do for skin with dark spots?
Glycolic acid helps fade dark spots and improves uneven skin tone by encouraging the shedding of pigmented surface cells. When used in treatments or peels alongside other brightening ingredients, it may further reduce the severity of stubborn discoloration.
What does Lactic Acid do for skin with dark spots?
Lactic acid helps fade dark spots and even out skin tone. It works by gently removing dead surface skin and helping with pigment concerns.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2020Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2010
Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for skin with dark spots?
This exfoliating toner goes in the evening routine after cleansing, and starts at once a week to see how your skin tolerates it. Skincare for dark spots with this type of product also needs rich nourishing ingredients and extra moisture to keep the skin comfortable.
Can I use this toner with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this exfoliating toner with retinol by using them on alternate nights or applying the toner first and waiting until it fully dries before putting on your retinol. Because this toner contains exfoliating acids, using both at the same time may dry out your skin or cause extra irritation. Skin with dark spots working with this toner needs rich, nourishing ingredients that deeply moisturize and soften the skin.
How often should I use this toner?
Start using this exfoliating toner once a week in your evening routine, and if your skin handles it well without irritation, you may carefully use it more often. This type of product needs nourishing ingredients and rich moisturizers for this skin to stay balanced and smooth.
Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for skin with dark spots?
This toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for skin with dark spots because its formula has a very safe profile without harsh ingredients, and includes soothing components like aloe and centella. However, because it works for this skin only on an average level, it needs more nourishing and moisturizing ingredients to keep the skin fully balanced.
Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It contains fragrance (limonene) 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, 2017Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2000Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2017Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020Cryotherapy 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, 2024Topical purslane at 5% and 10% concentrations achieved alleviation of symptoms and lesion remission comparable to topical 0.1% triamcinolone acetonide in 34 subjects with oral lichen planus over 90 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2023Facial masks containing low-temperature extracted Portulaca oleracea protect sensitive skin from photothermal stimulation and improve skin barrier function during photorejuvenation.
Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2025Portulaca oleracea extract ameliorated skin barrier damage and inflammation induced by combined exposure to glycolic acid and UVB in HaCaT cells.
Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2022Gentiana lutea extract increases lipid synthesis and triglyceride levels in human primary keratinocytes in vitro via p38 MAPK and PPARgamma signaling, and significantly increases skin lipid content in a proof-of-concept trial of 33 volunteers compared to placebo.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017Topical application of Gentiana lutea extract reduced average roughness, relief of the upper eyelid skin, and redness of dark circles in 22 subjects after 14 days compared to placebo.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2023
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Lactate, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Salicylic Acid, Disodium Edta, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Maltodextrin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Watermelon Fruit Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract Tomato Fruit Extract, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract Anise Fruit Extract, Panthenol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Caprylyl Glycol, Limonene, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Artemisia Absinthium Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Potassium Sorbate, Alcohol
Behind this fit score
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