SUNGBOON EDITOR Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule+ for oily acne-prone skin
Green Tomato
Volufiline
Sodium Hyaluronate
Collagen
Ceramide
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily acne-prone skin; other serums fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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 pore tightening and smoothing texture for your oily skin due to the presence of PHA Polyhydroxy Acid and Volufiline, which gently exfoliate and firm the skin. Sodium Hyaluronate and Niacinamide provide supportive hydration and oil control, though they are not primary treatments for your acne concerns.
- The formula is safe for your oily skin, as it lacks harsh ingredients that could cause irritation.
- Overall, the product offers general skincare benefits suitable for oily skin and provides moderate pore-refining effects.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your PM routine. Start 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply your serum after cleansing and toning, but before putting on your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2 to 3 drops of the serum into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
- Apply the serum on clean, dry skin to help manage your blemishes safely.
- Do a patch test before your first use and avoid the delicate eye area.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 500+ reviewsUsers with combination and oily skin frequently praise this ampoule for its ability to control sebum and improve skin texture, often noting a "glowy" and hydrated finish. While many report visible tightening of enlarged pores and a subtle lifting effect, results vary, with some users seeing significant pore reduction and others primarily experiencing enhanced moisture without drastic changes to pore size.
Highlights
Hydrating & non-sticky Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves skin nicely moisturised”
- “absorbs quickly and hydrates well”
- “dense texture with a non sticky finish”
Effective pore tightening Often Mentioned
- “helped to minimize the appearance of my pores”
- “pores look much better and smaller”
- “instantly tightens and minimizes enlarged pores”
Controls excess oil Sometimes Noted
- “mattifies my skin”
- “helped reduced the oiliness”
- “controls excessive sebum”
Improves skin texture Sometimes Noted
- “made my skin smoother and glowy”
- “skin became more elastic, fresh and toned”
- “improved the texture massively”
No visible pore change Sometimes Noted
- “haven't seen any change within a month”
- “didn't notice any dramatic difference in my pores”
- “not seen any miracles in terms of pore minimization”
Caused irritation/breakouts Rarely Noted
- “irritate my skin and id have to wash it off”
- “experienced blemishes while using it”
- “slightly irritating sensation”
Scent dislike Rarely Noted
- “scent... a bit off-putting for some”
- “peculiar aroma”
- “fragrance... slightly strong”
Sticky residue Rarely Noted
- “feel somewhat sticky”
- “heavier than expected”
- “sticky finish initially”
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Questions and answers
How well does SUNGBOON EDITOR Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule+ work for oily acne-prone skin?
This product works moderately well for your oily acne-prone skin, offering gentle exfoliation and smoothing texture without irritation. However, a treatment for this skin needs ingredients that directly target acne and blemishes while calming and hydrating the skin.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
PHA Polyhydroxy Acid, Volufiline, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Niacinamide make this serum a fit by gently smoothing texture, providing light hydration, and helping control oil without causing irritation. For this skin, a treatment also needs effective ingredients that directly target acne and blemishes.
What does Green Tomato do for oily acne-prone skin?
Green Tomato helps oily acne-prone skin by tightening pores and controlling excess oil. It leaves your face feeling smooth and balanced while keeping breakouts under control.
What does Volufiline do for oily acne-prone skin?
Volufiline is generally not recommended for oily acne-prone skin because it is designed to add fullness and plumpness to areas like hollow cheeks or lips. This type of ingredient tends to be too heavy for skin that is already oily and prone to breakouts, which usually needs lightweight, non-clogging care to stay clear and smooth.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before moisturizing, though products of this type for oily acne-prone skin need targeted acne-fighting ingredients and oil-balancing actives to work best.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment alongside retinol by applying the serum first and letting it absorb before putting on your retinol. This formula is safe for your oily skin and unlikely to cause irritation, but to get a better fit for breakouts you need ingredients that directly target acne.
How often should I use this serum?
You can use this treatment in the evening as part of your routine. Oily acne-prone skin needs a product with strong acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to properly address breakouts.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This serum is unlikely to cause breakouts on oily skin, as it has a gentle formula without harsh irritants, though a few reviewers have noted mild irritation or breakouts. Oily acne-prone skin often needs targeted ingredients like salicylic acid or stronger acne treatments to effectively clear pores and prevent pimples.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Gluconolactone 14% solution significantly improved mild to moderate acne by reducing inflamed and non-inflamed lesions similarly to 5% benzoyl peroxide, but with fewer side-effects in 150 patients.
The Australasian Journal of Dermatology, 1992A polyhydroxy acid skin care regimen provided antiaging benefits comparable to an alpha-hydroxyacid regimen while demonstrating enhanced mildness and better tolerance in subjects.
Cutis, 2004Lactobionic acid produced better skin performance with a lack of skin irritation and barrier impairment compared to glycolic acid in 77 healthy volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010Glycolic acid, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and licochalcone A combined with 0.1% adapalene showed no hindrance compared to adapalene monotherapy and provided benefits in reducing complications in 25 subjects with mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Tomato-derived nanovesicles and extract accelerated wound closure and increased cell migration in human keratinocytes and mouse fibroblasts without affecting cell proliferation.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024Topical 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, 2011Topical 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, 2022Treatment 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, 2019Topical application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 2023
Why other serums fit oily acne-prone skin better
Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023Cosmetic 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, 2016A 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
Ingredients
Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pha Polyhydroxy Acid, Ceramide, Collagen, Volufiline, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Adenosine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Betaine, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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