Purito Galacto Niacin 97 Power Essence for skin with dark spots
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Niacinamide
Bifida Lysate Ferment
Lactobacillus Ferment
Allantoin
Average
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for skin with dark spots; other serums fit it better.
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
- Suitable for normal skin, this essence contains galactomyces ferment filtrate and niacinamide which offer antioxidant activity and barrier repair, providing general skincare benefits like hydration and soothing.
- While these ingredients are supportive for evening skin tone and improving skin's appearance, they are not specialized for your main goal of pigmentation.
- The product is safe for your normal skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients, posing no risks of irritation.
How to apply
- Apply this serum as part of your PM routine starting 3x/week and build up to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Place the serum after cleansing and toning, but before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute for it to absorb.
- Apply the serum on dry skin to help fade pigmentation effectively.
- Avoid the eye area and always use SPF 30+ during the day.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this lightweight, watery essence is widely praised by users with oily and combination skin for its ability to regulate sebum and refine skin texture without heaviness. While many report a noticeable "glow" and fading of acne scars over time, a minority of users find it insufficiently hydrating on its own or experience breakouts due to fungal acne triggers.
Highlights
Lightweight & Fast Mostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly into skin”
- “watery texture, no residue”
- “perfect for layering”
- “feels like nothing on”
- “non-sticky finish”
Brightening & Glow Often Mentioned
- “faded my acne scars”
- “gives a healthy glow”
- “skin looks more translucent”
- “evened out skin tone”
- “glass skin effect”
Gentle & Unscented Often Mentioned
- “no fragrance, no irritation”
- “great for sensitive skin”
- “soothing on redness”
- “didn't sting my face”
- “simple, clean ingredient list”
Oil & Sebum Control Sometimes Noted
- “less oily by midday”
- “balanced my T-zone”
- “helped control sebum production”
- “pores look smaller”
- “great for oily skin”
No visible results Sometimes Noted
- “did absolutely nothing”
- “just feels like water”
- “finished bottle, no change”
- “saw no brightening effect”
- “waste of money”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “gave me tiny bumps”
- “triggered fungal acne”
- “broke me out badly”
- “caused whiteheads on forehead”
- “skin texture got worse”
Not hydrating enough Rarely Noted
- “too drying for winter”
- “need more moisture”
- “skin felt tight after”
- “not enough for dry skin”
- “disappears too fast”
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Questions and answers
How well does Purito Galacto Niacin 97 Power Essence work for skin with dark spots?
This essence works moderately well for dark spots because it contains niacinamide and galactomyces ferment filtrate, which help even skin tone and brighten your complexion. While it is safe and provides good hydration and soothing benefits, products that fit this skin better need specialized brightening ingredients that more directly target pigmentation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023
Which ingredients make this treatment a good fit for skin with dark spots?
Niacinamide and galactomyces ferment filtrate help even skin tone and boost brightness, though this essence is not specialized for dark spots. Treatments that fit this skin better need targeted ingredients that directly address pigmentation while safely supporting normal skin.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023
What does Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate do for skin with dark spots?
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate helps fade dark spots and uneven pigmentation while making skin look brighter and smoother with regular daily use. Studies show that using it consistently can significantly reduce hyperpigmented spots and improve overall skin tone.
What does Niacinamide do for skin with dark spots?
Niacinamide helps fade dark spots and uneven pigmentation by slowing down the transfer of pigment in the skin. It is generally well tolerated and may improve overall skin brightness with consistent use.
Where does this treatment go in a skincare routine for skin with dark spots?
This treatment goes in the evening routine before your moisturizer. To effectively address dark spots, this skin needs targeted brightening ingredients like vitamin C, retinoids, or specialized acids.
Can I use this treatment with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment with retinol by applying the essence before your retinol product. This essence is safe for your skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients, posing no risks of irritation. Skincare for dark spots needs targeted ingredients like vitamin C, alpha arbutin, or tranexamic acid to effectively fade discoloration.
How often should I use this treatment?
You can use this treatment in the evening as part of your routine. Some treatments of this type may also be used in the morning or twice a day depending on your skin, though this essence is not specialized for dark spots and skin with dark spots needs dedicated brightening ingredients.
Can this treatment clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for skin with dark spots?
This essence is unlikely to cause breakouts for skin with dark spots, as it has a safe formula with a low likelihood of irritation. Reviewers rarely report breakouts from using it.
Is this treatment fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Application of Galactomyces ferment filtrate skin care formula significantly reduced the net values and daily fluctuation of facial pore area, roughness, and redness in young Japanese women.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2021Daily application of Galactomyces ferment filtrate-containing skin products for 12 months significantly and cumulatively reversed 11-year facial skin aging parameters of wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, and roughness, and increased skin hydration in 86 female volunteers.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023Niacinamide significantly decreased hyperpigmentation and increased skin lightness compared with vehicle alone after 4 weeks of use in women by inhibiting melanosome transfer.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021A combination serum containing galactomyces ferment filtrate, dexpanthenol, and Centella asiatica effectively treated post-acne hyperpigmentation in subjects with colored skin by significantly increasing lightness scores in Fitzpatrick skin type V and reducing the melanin index in Fitzpatrick skin type IV compared to placebo.
Skinmed, 2021Galactomyces ferment filtrate promotes epidermal interconnectivity, barrier development, cell adhesion, keratinocyte differentiation and proliferation, and protects cellular bioenergetics against stress in keratinocytes and ex vivo skin explants compared to untreated controls.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024Galactomyces ferment filtrate activates AHR and NRF2, upregulates filaggrin and terminal differentiation markers, exhibits antioxidative activity, promotes antiinflammatory IL-37, and downregulates CDKN2A, IL-33, CXCL14, and IL6R in epidermal keratinocytes.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2022Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005Topical 2% niacinamide significantly decreased sebum excretion rate in Japanese individuals and casual sebum levels in Caucasian individuals compared to placebo or baseline.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Topical 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, 2023Probiotic-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, 2022Topical 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, 2021Lactobacillus 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, 2022Topical 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, 2016A 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, 2020An 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
Ingredients
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Mistletoe Leaf Extract, Bifida Lysate Ferment, Lactobacillus Ferment, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Allantoin, Adenosine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium Edta
Behind this fit score
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