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Etude House Centella Relief Toner for sensitive skin

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  • HighNormal Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

A great choice for sensitive skin; a few toners fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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

  • Highly suitable for your normal skin and sensitive skin, this toner effectively calms redness and irritation with key ingredients like Centella Asiatica Stem Extract Flower Leaf and Madecassoside, which are present in moderate concentrations to soothe and reduce inflammation.
  • Glycerin and Panthenol further support your skin by providing essential hydration and aiding in barrier repair, enhancing the overall calming effect.
  • The product is safe for your sensitive skin, as it contains no harsh ingredients and includes soothing components like Centella Asiatica.

How to apply

  • Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using this soothing toner 3×/week, and move to daily use if your skin likes it.
  • Apply this soothing toner after your cleanser, and before your moisturizer or SPF.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the soothing toner into your skin with your hands. Let it absorb for a minute before moving on.
  • Since your skin is sensitive, apply this soothing toner on completely dry skin to make it feel extra comfortable.
  • Be sure to avoid the eye area and do a quick patch test before your very first use.

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 400+ reviews

This toner is highly regarded for its gentle, watery formula that effectively calms redness and soothes sensitive, acne-prone skin without causing irritation or clogging pores. It is excellent for layering to build hydration. Some users with very dry skin find it insufficient as a sole moisturizer and a few note a slight tackiness if applied too heavily.

Highlights

  • Gentle and non-irritating Mostly Mentioned
    • “zero stinging”
    • “didn't break me out”
    • “perfect for sensitive skin”
  • Soothing and calming Mostly Mentioned
    • “calms redness immediately”
    • “soothed my inflamed skin”
    • “great for post-wash irritation”
    • “helped heal my barrier”
  • Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
    • “feels like water”
    • “absorbs instantly”
    • “no greasy film”
    • “very thin and refreshing”
  • Hydrating layers Sometimes Noted
    • “great for layering”
    • “skin drinks it up”
    • “plumps skin after 3 layers”
    • “good base hydration”
  • Not moisturizing enough Sometimes Noted
    • “too light for winter”
    • “need a heavy cream on top”
    • “watery but not deeply nourishing”
    • “disappeared into my dry skin”
  • Slight tackiness Sometimes Noted
    • “leaves a sticky finish”
    • “feels tacky if I use too much”
    • “slightly sticky after drying”
    • “residue feels a bit gluey”
  • Basic results Rarely Noted
    • “just feels like water”
    • “didn't see a huge change”
    • “good but boring”
    • “nothing special”

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Questions and answers

What makes Etude House Centella Relief a great fit for sensitive skin?

This toner is a great fit because it uses centella asiatica extract and madecassoside to calm redness and reduce irritation on sensitive skin. Glycerin and panthenol help by adding moisture and repairing the skin barrier safely without harsh ingredients.

Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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

Centella Asiatica Extract and Madecassoside make this toner a great fit by helping to calm redness and reduce irritation. Glycerin and Panthenol also support sensitive skin by providing hydration and aiding in barrier repair.

Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for sensitive skin?

Centella asiatica extract helps calm sensitive skin and keeps it comfortable by easing irritation and supporting moisture retention. Using this ingredient helps soothe redness and supports a healthy skin barrier with a very low likelihood of irritation.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

What does Madecassoside do for sensitive skin?

Madecassoside helps calm sensitive skin by reducing irritation and supporting skin barrier repair. It also has soothing properties that may decrease redness and discomfort.

Molecules, 2023Planta Medica, 2010

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

This toner fits right after cleansing in both your morning and evening skincare routines. It helps calm redness and provides essential hydration for sensitive skin.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

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

You can use this toner with retinol by applying the toner first to calm your skin and then following with your retinol treatment. This product helps soothe irritation and provides hydration, which is unlikely to cause issues when paired with strong active ingredients.

Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

How often should I use this toner?

You can use this toner twice a day, in both your morning and evening routines. It helps calm redness and keeps your sensitive skin comfortable without harsh ingredients.

Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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

This toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for sensitive skin because it is formulated without heavy oils and contains soothing ingredients like Centella Asiatica and Panthenol. It does not contain active ingredients that speed up skin shedding, so it will not cause purging.

Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.

    Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020
  • Cosmetic 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, 2016
  • A new topical panthenol-containing emollient significantly improved transepidermal water loss reduction, stratum corneum hydration, and intercellular lipid lamellae length compared with control in healthy subjects without negatively impacting bacterial viability.

    The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
  • A panthenol-enriched mask significantly decreased erythema and hyperpigmentation, increased sebum and stratum corneum moisture, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to a saline dressing in 60 subjects undergoing facial laser treatment.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
  • 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
  • Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
  • Topical treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2008
  • Treatment with an asiaticoside-containing cream applied twice daily for 12 weeks significantly improved periorbital wrinkles in 65% of 27 female volunteers compared to a vehicle control cream.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2008
  • 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
  • Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012
  • Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.

    American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
  • Topical dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.

    Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000
  • Hyaluronic acid, hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol, and isotonic saline nasal sprays all significantly improved dry nose symptoms over four weeks in 240 patients, with hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol providing superior nasal moisturisation compared to the other two.

    Auris, Nasus, Larynx, 2020
  • Topical green tea extract significantly improved clinical symptoms, tear breakup times, and meibomian gland health compared to standard treatment in patients with dry eye and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.

    Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017
  • Topical low-dose green tea extract reduces UVB-induced p53 expression and apoptosis in human skin keratinocytes compared to placebo.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2009
  • An anti-acne hydrogel containing Aloe barbadensis, Garcinia mangostana, and Camellia sinensis extracts showed superior antiacne and antiblotch activities compared to 1% clindamycin gel in sixty subjects with mild-moderate acne.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019

Ingredients

Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Polyglycerin-3, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, Disodium Edta, Madecassoside, Centella Asiatica Stem Extract Flower Leaf, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol

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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