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BYOMA Balancing Face Mist for acne-prone skin

High

  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for acne-prone skin; a few toners fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 high suitability for your combination skin, as ceramides, cholesterol, and phytosphingosine work to repair your skin barrier while lactic acid provides mild exfoliation.
  • The presence of Lactobacillus Ferment and Bifida Ferment Filtrate effectively supports your skin barrier health and reduces inflammation, addressing your concerns with acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
  • This formula is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients.

How to apply

  • Use your hydrating toner in your AM and PM routine. Start 3x a week and work up to daily use if your skin likes it.
  • Apply your hydrating toner 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.
  • Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the eye area .

People Say

★4.4Overall rating based on 1000+ reviews

Users with dry, sensitive, and dehydrated skin frequently praise this mist for its ability to instantly hydrate and soothe irritation without causing stinging or redness. While the formula is widely appreciated for supporting the skin barrier and reducing tightness, a significant number of users find the spray mechanism too aggressive, often describing it as a direct "squirt" rather than a fine mist.

Highlights

  • Hydrating and refreshing Mostly Mentioned
    • “feels refreshing on the skin”
    • “instantly quenches thirst”
    • “sip of ice water for my face”
    • “leaves skin feeling hydrated and clean”
  • Soothing and barrier support Often Mentioned
    • “calming and soothing ingredients”
    • “doesn't sting or upset the skin”
    • “supports microbiome”
    • “helps maintain balance”
  • Suitable for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
    • “great for sensitive skin”
    • “no sensitivities”
    • “doesn't aggravate my skin”
    • “fragrance-free is brilliant”
  • Aggressive spray Often Mentioned
    • “feels like someone sneezing on you”
    • “spray is a little aggressive”
    • “mist action is a little hose-like”
    • “sprays slightly more than other mists”
  • Lightweight and non-sticky Sometimes Noted
    • “feels weightless on the skin”
    • “sinks in quickly”
    • “no sticky residue”
    • “absorbs well into the skin”
  • Packaging issues Rarely Noted
    • “leaks terribly”
    • “pump stopped working”
    • “bottle leaks when traveling”
    • “defective nozzle”
  • Skin reactions Rarely Noted
    • “triggered my acne”
    • “made me itch”
    • “burning sensation”
    • “left my skin uncomfortable”
  • Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
    • “smells weird”
    • “smell is a bit off”
    • “has a chemical scent”
    • “scent is not the best”

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Questions and answers

What makes BYOMA Balancing Face Mist a great fit for acne-prone skin?

This hydrating toner is a great fit because Lactobacillus Ferment and Bifida Ferment Filtrate help support your skin barrier and calm redness while reducing breakouts. It also uses ceramides, cholesterol, and phytosphingosine to repair your skin barrier, alongside mild exfoliation from lactic acid.

International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002

Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for acne-prone skin?

This toner is a great fit for acne-prone skin because Lactobacillus Ferment and Bifida Ferment Filtrate support barrier health and reduce inflammation, while ceramides, cholesterol, and phytosphingosine help repair the skin barrier. Additionally, lactic acid provides mild exfoliation to help manage breakouts safely.

International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002

What do Ceramides do for acne-prone skin?

Ceramides help acne-prone skin by restoring a damaged water barrier, which reduces dryness, redness, and flaking caused by harsh acne treatments. Using ceramides also may lower inflammation and improve overall skin comfort while keeping breakouts in check.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024

What do Probiotics do for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, probiotics help reduce breakouts, soothe redness, and calm inflammation while balancing the skin microbiome. They also help improve skin barrier function and decrease inflammatory markers with fewer side effects than conventional treatments.

Journal of Experimental Pharmacology, 2025Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

Where does it go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?

This hydrating toner is a great fit for your acne-prone skin, and you use it right after your cleanser in the morning and as part of your weekly routine. Its probiotics and ceramides help calm redness, support your skin barrier, and keep breakouts under control with very low risk of irritation.

International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002

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

You can use this hydrating toner before applying retinol, as its barrier-repairing ingredients help reduce potential dryness and irritation. Using a barrier-supporting product alongside strong treatments is unlikely to cause issues and helps keep your skin calm.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023Cutis, 2006

How often should I use it?

BYOMA Balancing Face Mist is a great fit for your acne-prone skin and can be used daily as part of your morning routine after cleansing and before moisturizing. Its probiotics and ceramides help support your skin barrier and reduce breakouts without causing irritation.

International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002

Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?

This toner is a great fit and is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for acne-prone skin, as it contains barrier-repairing ceramides and probiotics that help calm inflammation without harsh ingredients. It does not contain active ingredients that cause purging.

International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002

Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Topical application of an emulsion containing a complete mixture of ceramides III, IIIB, VI, phytosphingosine, cholesterol, and linoleic acid significantly accelerated barrier recovery after SLS damage and improved skin hydration after acetone treatment in human volunteers compared to an emulsion containing only two types of ceramides.

    Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002
  • Phytosphingosine demonstrates anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory activity with excellent clinical results in acne vulgaris.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007
  • Topical application of Lactobacillus plantarum-GMNL6 enhanced collagen synthesis and SPTSSA gene expression while reducing melanin synthesis, Staphylococcus aureus biofilm, and Cutibacterium acnes proliferation, leading to clinical improvements in skin moisture, color, spots, wrinkles, UV spots, and porphyrins in human volunteers.

    International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021
  • Topical application of Bifida Ferment Lysate strengthens the skin barrier function by upregulating barrier and antimicrobial peptide genes, exhibiting strong antioxidant properties, and decreasing inflammatory cytokine secretion in vitro.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
  • Topical application of live Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 and its lysate reduced proinflammatory IL-6 and IL-8 in UVB-R-induced inflammation models, with live bacteria also increasing aquaporin 3 expression and exhibiting antimicrobial activity against skin pathogens.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2019
  • Topical application of a ceramide complex cream significantly ameliorated lactic acid sensations and increased stratum corneum total ceramide content in 39 female subjects with sensitive skin compared with placebo.

    Archives of Dermatological Research, 2018
  • A canine-specific ceramide complex consisting of a 4:1 ratio of CER [NS] to [EOP] reduced proinflammatory cytokine expression, upregulated skin barrier-related genes and enzymes, improved stratum corneum organization, and accelerated skin barrier repair in vitro and in vivo.

    Animals, 2026
  • Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016
  • A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
  • An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.

    Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018
  • 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
  • The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
  • Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001
  • Probiotic-derived lotion successfully reduced inflammatory acne lesion counts and erythema index comparably to 2.5% benzoyl peroxide in patients with mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris, while causing fewer side effects.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
  • Lactobacillus plantarum extracellular vesicles modulated extracellular matrix related gene expression in vitro and suppressed wrinkle formation and pigmentation in clinical trials.

    Current Issues in Molecular Biology, 2022
  • Topical application of a postbiotic Saccharomyces and Lactobacillus ferment complex for 28 days significantly modulated the scalp microbiome and achieved a 100% sensitive scalp syndrome alleviation effect in Chinese women with sensitive scalp syndrome.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023

Ingredients

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Sorbitol, Ceramide Np, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Lactobacillus Ferment, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Oleic Acid, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Allantoin, Panthenol, Lactic Acid, Betaine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid

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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