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SOME BY MI Propolis B5 Glow Barrier Calming Toner for skin with dark spots

High

  • HighNormal Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

A great choice for skin with dark spots; a few toners fit it even 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

  • Highly suitable for your normal skin, this toner features Propolis Extract and Niacinamide which provide antioxidant activity and support barrier repair, addressing general skin health.
  • The formulation offers moderate benefits for pigmentation and calming, with Centella Asiatica Extract and Niacinamide working to soothe and improve skin tone.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing agents like Propolis Extract and Honey Extract.

How to apply

  • You can use this soothing toner AM and PM every day. Start 3×/week and build up to daily use if your normal skin tolerates it well.
  • Apply this soothing toner right after cleansing and before your moisturizer or SPF.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the soothing toner into your skin. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before moving to the next step.
  • Apply the soothing toner on clean, slightly damp skin to help with better absorption. This works well for normal skin wanting to target pigmentation.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area and always do a patch test before your first use of this soothing toner.

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 2.1k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, users with sensitive, acne-prone, and dehydrated skin frequently praise this toner for its ability to repair the skin barrier and reduce redness. The formula is widely noted for delivering a "honey-like" glow and deep hydration without feeling overly heavy, though opinions on its finish vary.

Highlights

  • Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
    • “skin drinks the moisture”
    • “noticeably moisturizes”
    • “hydrating without being heavy”
  • Glowy finish Often Mentioned
    • “gives a subtle glow”
    • “glass skin effect”
    • “brightening”
  • Soothing and calming Often Mentioned
    • “calms irritated skin”
    • “reduced redness”
    • “helped heal rash”
  • Good absorption Sometimes Noted
    • “absorbs easily”
    • “lightweight texture”
    • “layers well”
  • Pleasant scent Sometimes Noted
    • “light honey floral”
    • “smells lovely”
    • “relaxing honey scent”
  • Sticky finish Sometimes Noted
    • “leaves a sticky finish”
    • “tangibly sticky”
    • “tacky residue”
  • Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “caused bumps”
    • “closed comedones”
    • “bad reaction”
  • Fragrance sensitivity Rarely Noted
    • “scent is too strong”
    • “smells like perfume”
    • “fragrance added”
  • Not moisturizing enough Rarely Noted
    • “too light for winter”
    • “needed more layers”
    • “dried out skin”

Sources: lovi.care, iherb.com, yesstyle.com, stylevana.com, skinsort.com, femaledaily.com, and more

Questions and answers

What makes SOME BY MI Propolis B5 Calming Toner a great fit for skin with dark spots?

SOME BY MI Propolis B5 Glow Barrier Calming Toner is a great fit for skin with dark spots because it features Niacinamide and Centella Asiatica Extract to help soothe and improve skin tone. It also has a very safe formula with soothing propolis and honey extracts, making it unlikely to cause irritation.

Antioxidants, 2021Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for skin with dark spots?

This toner is a good fit for skin with dark spots because it contains Niacinamide and Centella Asiatica Extract, which help soothe the skin and improve uneven skin tone. It has an excellent safety profile with very low risk of irritation, making it gentle for daily use.

Antioxidants, 2021Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

What does Panthenol do for skin with dark spots?

Panthenol helps moisturize dry skin and calms irritation, but it is not known to directly fade dark spots. To effectively target dark spots, this skin type needs brightening ingredients like niacinamide or vitamin C.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

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.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for skin with dark spots?

This toner goes right after cleansing in your morning routine to help hydrate and prep your skin. It has a very safe formula with soothing ingredients like Niacinamide and Centella Asiatica Extract that help improve skin tone and calm dark spots.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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

You can use this toner with retinol by applying it right after cleansing to calm and hydrate your skin before putting on your retinol. Using a soothing toner first helps keep your skin comfortable and is unlikely to cause irritation.

How often should I use this toner?

You can use this toner daily in your morning routine after cleansing and before moisturizing. Its soothing ingredients like Niacinamide and Centella Asiatica Extract help improve skin tone safely without irritation.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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 it has a very safe formula with soothing ingredients like propolis and honey. Reviewers only rarely mention breakouts, and the product helps calm the skin without causing irritation.

Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (benzyl alcohol and coumarin).

What the research says

  • Topical 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, 2021
  • 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
  • Topical treatment of nicotinamide, alone or in combination with other active ingredients, reduces the progression of skin aging and hyperpigmentation in clinical trials while being well tolerated.

    Antioxidants, 2021
  • 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, 2023
  • 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
  • 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 dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.

    Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000
  • Topical 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, 2008
  • Topical 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, 2005
  • Topical 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, 2006
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Ingredients

Propolis Extract, Honey Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Propanediol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Leaf Water, Honey, Royal Jelly Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Pollen Extract, Malt Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Adenosine, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Ceramide Np, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, C12-13 Pareth-9, Sodium Polyacrylate, Water, Benzyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Raspberry Ketone, Disodium Edta, Benzyl Alcohol, Coumarin

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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