# Rael Beauty Calming Cica Cleansing Water for acne-prone skin

**Lovi Fit: High fit for acne-prone skin.**
Combination Skin Fit: High · Effectiveness: High · Safety: High.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/acne-prone-skin

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for France.

Brand: [Rael Beauty](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/rael-beauty)
Category: [Toners](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/best/toners)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

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

## Why this fit

- This cleansing water offers high suitability for your combination skin and acne concerns, as Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract and Panthenol provide significant soothing and anti-inflammatory effects to calm breakouts. Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate further support your skin by offering essential hydration without clogging pores.
- The formula effectively decongests pores with Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, aiding in managing blemishes and breakouts for your skin type.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing agents like Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract and Allantoin.

## Fit by skin type

- [Oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/oily-skin): Average
- [Dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/dry-skin): High
- [Combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/combination-skin): High
- [Sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/sensitive-skin): High
- [Acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/acne-prone-skin): High (this page)
- [Skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/dark-spots): Average
- [Mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/mature-skin): Average
- [Dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/dry-sensitive-skin): High
- [Oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/rael-beauty/calming-cica-cleansing-water/for/oily-acne-prone-skin): Superior

## Key ingredients

Centella Asiatica, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Fullerenes, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil Flower Geranium Oil Flower

## What the research says

- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37446936/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30945430/))
- Asiatic acid-loaded solid lipid microparticles stabilized with poloxamer-188 reduced porphyrin intensity, enhanced skin barriers, and improved skin hydration and brightness in fifteen participants with mild-to-moderate acne. ([International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38460769/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32310680/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503551/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18452433/))
- Topical 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, 2011](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22052267/))
- Topical 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, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34623507/))
- Treatment 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, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31311529/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31532576/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18498456/))
- 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22206073/))
- Anti-aging cream with 3HFWC+ demonstrated a statistically significant increase of paramagnetic properties of the skin and showed beneficial effects on water content in the stratum corneum compared to vehiculum alone. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33533143/))
- Application of fullerene nanoemulsion twice daily for 28 days significantly increased the mean collagen score by 33.29% and skin hydration by 43.12% without increasing transepidermal water loss in human skin. ([European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25619806/))
- Topical application of fullerene gel twice a day in patients with acne vulgaris significantly reduced inflammatory lesions and pustules, inhibited sebum production, and increased skin water content over 8 weeks. ([Nanomedicine, 2011](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20887812/))
- Bee venom, Ficus carica, and Geranium essential oil exhibit common anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antioxidant pharmacological actions, offering potential therapeutic and safe topical applications for combating various skin conditions and for skin care. ([Life, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38672762/))
- Oral RGEO at 100 mg/kg reduced carrageenan-induced paw edema similarly to diclofenac, while topical RGEO reduced croton oil-induced ear edema by 73% at 5 µl and 88% at 10 µl in rodents. ([The Libyan Journal of Medicine, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24103319/))
- Cutaneous application of geranium essential oil dose-dependently suppressed neutrophil accumulation and inflammatory symptoms in skin lesions of mice compared to untreated curdlan-induced inflammation. ([Journal of Inflammation, 2005](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15813994/))

## What reviewers say

Users with sensitive and acne-prone skin frequently praise this cleansing water for its gentle, non-stripping formula that effectively removes light makeup without causing irritation or redness. While it leaves skin feeling hydrated and soft thanks to ingredients like Cica and Hyaluronic Acid, some users find it struggles to remove heavy, waterproof makeup and may require a second cleanse.

- Liked: Gentle and non-irritating (mostly mentioned)
- Liked: Effective for light makeup (often mentioned)
- Liked: Hydrating and non-drying (often mentioned)
- Liked: Pleasant fresh scent (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Struggles with heavy makeup (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Leaves residue (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Price and value (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Scent sensitivity (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Could be used as part of your AM and PM routine. Start using the cleansing toner 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the cleansing toner after cleansing and before your moisturizer or SPF.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the cleansing toner into your skin and let it absorb for a minute before layering other products.
- Apply the cleansing toner on dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and you want to target blemishes.
- Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before first use to ensure your skin feels comfortable.
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/25abe7eb181ba53153fd15de2058c2a9.mp4

## Questions and answers

### What makes Rael Calming Cica Cleansing Water a great fit for acne-prone skin?

This cleansing toner is a great fit because Centella Asiatica and panthenol help calm breakouts, while glycerin and sodium hyaluronate keep your skin soft with hydration that does not clog pores. It also gently clears out pores with sodium coco pg-dimonium chloride phosphate to help manage blemishes.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

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

Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract and Panthenol make this a great fit because they help calm breakouts and soothe the skin. Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate also support your skin by giving it hydration without clogging pores, while Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate helps clear out pores.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### What does Centella Asiatica do for acne-prone skin?

Centella asiatica helps calm acne-prone skin by reducing redness and soothing inflammation while supporting healing. It may also help manage breakouts by addressing factors like acne blemishes and irritation.
Sources: [Molecules, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37446936/), [Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32310680/)

### What does Hyaluronic Acid do for acne-prone skin?

Hyaluronic acid helps acne-prone skin by soothing irritation, calming redness, and keeping the skin balanced without clogging pores. When combined with targeted ingredients like zinc oxide, it may also help reduce breakouts.
Sources: [Biomedicines, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41007718/), [Drug Delivery, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28155509/)

### Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?

This cleansing toner is a great fit for your acne-prone skin, as Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract and Panthenol help calm breakouts while glycerin keeps your skin hydrated without clogging pores. In your evening routine, use it after your cleanser and before your treatment to help clear pores and soothe your skin.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

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

Yes, you can use this cleansing toner with retinol by applying the toner first to clean skin to calm and hydrate, followed by your retinol treatment. This gentle approach helps reduce the likelihood of irritation while supporting your breakouts.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### How often should I use this toner?

You can use this cleansing toner in your evening routine for acne-prone skin. Centella Asiatica and panthenol help calm breakouts, while glycerin and sodium hyaluronate provide lightweight hydration without clogging pores.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

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

This toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts because it helps calm blemishes with soothing ingredients like Centella Asiatica and Panthenol while providing light hydration without heavy oils. It features an excellent safety profile with no harsh irritants, making it a great fit for keeping acne-prone skin clear and comfortable.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

## Alternatives for acne-prone skin

- [Pyunkang Yul Low pH Cleansing Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/pyunkang-yul/low-ph-cleansing-water/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — €15.99 at Amazon
- [Torriden DIVE IN Cleansing Water](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/torriden/dive-in-cleansing-water/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — €20.00 at Notino

## Pairs well with

- Cleanser: [B.LAB Matcha Hydrating Foam Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/b-lab/matcha-hydrating-foam-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — €13.98 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [La Mer The Tonic](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/la-mer/the-tonic/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — €10.25 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/some-by-mi/yuja-niacin-brightening-moisture-gel-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — €17.90 at Amazon

## Where to buy

No store in France has a checked price for this product, so the page shows none.

## Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Fullerenes, Sodium Chloride, Panthenol, Xylitol, Allantoin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil Flower Geranium Oil Flower, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Adenosine, Arginine, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Eriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lentinus Edodes Extract, Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract, Sasa Quelpaertensis Extract, Pvp, Styrene Acrylates Copolymer, Citric Acid
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