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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner for oily skin

High

  • SuperiorOily Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

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

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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

  • Excellent suitability for your oily skin is provided by niacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, which offer superb seboregulation and antioxidant activity, respectively, addressing your oily shine concerns.
  • The formula also contains papaya fruit extract and Centella Asiatica extract, which gently exfoliate and soothe your skin, enhancing overall brightness and comfort.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components like Centella Asiatica Extract and Allantoin.

How to apply

  • Use this exfoliating toner once a week at first, then increase frequency only if your skin feels fine.
  • Apply the exfoliating toner after cleansing and before your moisturizer or SPF.
  • Gently press a few drops of the exfoliating toner into your skin and let it dry.
  • Apply the exfoliating toner on clean and dry skin for the best results.
  • Avoid the eye area and always use sunscreen during the day.

People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, users with sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin frequently praise this toner for its ability to deeply hydrate and soothe irritation without causing breakouts. Many report a clearer, glowing complexion and improved texture, though significant brightening of dark spots is often described as a gradual process requiring consistent, long-term use.

Highlights

  • Gentle and soothing Mostly Mentioned
    • “Perfect for sensitive skin”
    • “calms redness immediately”
    • “never stings or irritates”
    • “soothed my acne”
  • Lightweight hydration Mostly Mentioned
    • “Feels like water”
    • “hydrating but not heavy”
    • “leaves skin plump”
    • “refreshing layer of moisture”
  • Fast absorption Often Mentioned
    • “Sinks in instantly”
    • “no sticky residue”
    • “absorbs quickly”
    • “layers well with other products”
  • Brightens complexion Sometimes Noted
    • “Gives a nice glow”
    • “skin looks clearer”
    • “helped even skin tone”
    • “faded fresh acne marks”
  • Great value Sometimes Noted
    • “Huge bottle lasts forever”
    • “generous amount for price”
    • “economical size”
    • “good bang for buck”
  • Slow brightening results Sometimes Noted
    • “No drastic change yet”
    • “takes months to see difference”
    • “brightening is very subtle”
    • “didn't fade old scars”
  • Not moisturizing enough Rarely Noted
    • “Too light for dry skin”
    • “need to layer it”
    • “surface feels dry quickly”
    • “not enough for winter”
  • Potential breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “Caused tiny bumps”
    • “broke me out”
    • “clogged my pores”
    • “skin reacted poorly”
  • Scent preferences Rarely Noted
    • “Has a chemical smell”
    • “smells slightly medicinal”
    • “weird plastic scent”
    • “prefer fragrance-free”
  • Watery consistency Rarely Noted
    • “Runny like water”
    • “hard to apply with hands”
    • “spills easily”
    • “feels too thin”

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Questions and answers

What makes SKIN1004 Tone Brightening Boosting Toner a great fit for oily skin?

This toner is a great fit for your oily skin because niacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid help control shiny oil and provide antioxidant care. Papaya fruit extract and Centella Asiatica extract gently clear dead skin and calm redness to keep your face comfortable.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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

Niacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid make this toner a great fit for oily skin by controlling excess oil and providing antioxidant benefits. Papaya fruit extract and Centella Asiatica extract further help by gently exfoliating and soothing your skin, which is unlikely to cause irritation.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for oily skin?

Centella Asiatica Extract helps calm redness and keeps oily skin feeling balanced by soothing irritation and supporting moisture levels. It is unlikely to feel heavy, and products of this type for oily skin need ingredients that control excess shine while maintaining hydration.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

What does Niacinamide do for oily skin?

Niacinamide helps balance oily skin by significantly reducing excess oil production and shine. It is well tolerated and may improve skin texture without clogging pores.

Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Antioxidants, 2021

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

This exfoliating toner fits into your routine once a week to gently sweep away dullness without causing irritation. You can safely use it more often if your skin tolerates it well and you see good results.

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

You can use this toner with retinol by applying the toner first, waiting for it to dry, and then applying your retinol. Because this formula contains soothing components like Centella Asiatica extract and allantoin, it is unlikely to cause irritation when paired with your treatment.

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

How often should I use this toner?

Start by using this exfoliating toner once a week, and if your skin feels comfortable and you see good results, you may carefully use it more often. The gentle ingredients and soothing components help keep the risk of irritation very low.

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

This toner is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or lead to purging on oily skin. Its formula features niacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid to help control shine, along with soothing Centella Asiatica extract and allantoin to keep the skin calm and comfortable without harsh ingredients.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Concurrent treatment with 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid and cannabigerol in UVB-irradiated human keratinocytes prevents membrane structure alterations, promotes cell survival, enhances antioxidant enzyme activity and GSH- and Trx-dependent systems, reduces lipid and protein oxidative modifications, and exerts anti-inflammatory effects.

    Free Radical Biology & Medicine, 2025
  • 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 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.

    Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016
  • A fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres, and papain glycospheres in aqueous gel applied once daily for 12 weeks achieved a 41% mean reduction in GAGS score and a 40.8% mean reduction in total lesions, with 15.3% of patients experiencing mild to moderate local side effects, in 94 evaluable patients with comedonal-papular, mild to moderate acne of the face.

    Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015
  • Reflux extraction of Carica papaya leaves yielded higher antioxidant capacity and superior in vitro wound-healing activities including fibroblast proliferation, cell migration, and collagen synthesis in human skin fibroblasts compared to ultrasonic-assisted extraction and agitation.

    Molecules, 2020
  • Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2003
  • Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.

    Journal of Periodontology, 2009
  • Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

Ingredients

Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Xanthan Gum, Panthenol, Allantoin, Betaine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Disodium Edta, Xylitol, Madecassoside, Glucose, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Grape Fruit Extract, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride

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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