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Medicube PDRN PINK CICA SOOTHING TONER for oily skin

Average

  • AverageOily Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

Works for oily skin; other toners fit it 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

  • Offers moderate suitability for your oily skin, as Centella Asiatica Extract and Hyaluronic Acid provide soothing and hydration to help manage oily shine. Glycerin and Hyaluronic Acid offer humectant action, though stronger oil-controlling ingredients would enhance effectiveness.
  • The formula is generally safe for your oily skin, with Centella Asiatica Extract and Rosa Damascena Flower Water providing calming benefits without irritation.
  • Allantoin and Panthenol further support skin comfort and hydration, making it a gentle option for daily use.

How to apply

  • Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using your soothing toner 3 times a week and work up to daily use if your skin likes it.
  • Apply your soothing toner after cleansing 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 ⏱ to the next step.
  • For the best results , apply your soothing toner to slightly damp skin to help it sink in better.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a quick patch test before using the soothing toner for the very first time.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 800+ reviews

Users with sensitive and acne-prone skin frequently praise this toner for its immediate soothing and redness-reducing effects, often noting a brighter, more even complexion after consistent use. The lightweight, non-sticky texture is a popular choice for oily and combination skin, though some users with dry skin report it lacks sufficient hydration on its own.

Highlights

  • Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly”
    • “non-sticky feel”
    • “refreshing and light”
    • “texture is just like water”
  • Soothing and calming Often Mentioned
    • “immediate calming of sensitive skin”
    • “noticeable reduction in redness”
    • “soothes irritation”
    • “calming toner mask”
  • Barrier support Sometimes Noted
    • “strengthens skin barrier”
    • “skin felt less tight”
    • “calm and resilient”
    • “prepped my skin perfectly”
  • Brightening and glow Sometimes Noted
    • “brighter, more even complexion”
    • “adds a slight glow”
    • “improves dullness”
    • “glass skin results”
  • Not hydrating enough Sometimes Noted
    • “hydration doesn't seem to cut it”
    • “feels a touch parched”
    • “did nothing for my normal-to-dry skin”
    • “wish it was more hydrating”
  • Average results Rarely Noted
    • “feels pretty average”
    • “not great, not horrible, just meh”
    • “won't do anything dramatically different”
  • Expensive for value Rarely Noted
    • “price tag is a bit steep”
    • “expensive”
    • “save your money”
  • Sensory complaints Rarely Noted
    • “feels quite heavy/sticky”
    • “tingling at first”
    • “too watery”

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Questions and answers

How well does medicube PDRN Pink Cica Soothing Toner work for oily skin?

This toner works moderately well for oily skin, as its soothing and hydrating ingredients help manage oily shine while keeping skin calm and comfortable. However, because it lacks stronger oil-controlling ingredients, oily skin typically needs formulations that actively balance excess oil and minimize shine for the best results.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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

Centella Asiatica Extract and Hyaluronic Acid make this toner a good fit by providing calming benefits and hydration to help manage oily shine. To work best for oily skin, this type of product also needs stronger oil-controlling ingredients.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

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 Hyaluronic Acid do for oily skin?

Hyaluronic acid helps oily skin by reducing extra oil and sebum production without causing irritation. Clinical studies show it successfully balances oil levels while keeping the skin comfortable.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017

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

This toner goes right after cleansing in your morning routine, and you can also use it in your weekly routine after a cleansing mask. To work better for oily skin, this type of product needs stronger oil-controlling ingredients.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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

You can use this toner with retinol, applying the toner first to hydrate your skin and then following with your retinol treatment. This toner is generally safe and gentle for daily use, though oily skin would benefit more from products with stronger oil-controlling ingredients.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

How often should I use this toner?

This toner is gentle enough for daily use, helping to calm and hydrate oily skin. A toner for this skin type needs stronger oil-controlling ingredients to enhance its effectiveness.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

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

This toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily skin, as it features gentle calming ingredients that support skin comfort without heavy oils. However, because it offers only moderate oil control, oily skin typically benefits from additional targeted ingredients that help balance excess oil and keep pores clear.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Topical application of Low-Peony PDRN enhanced barrier recovery and improved periorbital skin elasticity in human subjects.

    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025
  • Polydeoxyribonucleotide promotes skin regeneration by increasing ERK phosphorylation, collagen accumulation, and cell proliferation and migration in fibroblasts while inhibiting ERK phosphorylation and inflammatory cytokine expression in keratinocytes.

    Molecular Medicine Reports, 2023
  • A topical mixture of polydeoxyribonucleotide, vitamin C, and niacinamide delivered via a microneedling therapy system decreased skin pigmentation and increased skin elasticity by attenuating melanogenesis and the destruction of collagen and elastin fibers in a UV-B-radiated animal model.

    Molecules, 2022

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Pdrn Polydeoxyribonucleotide, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Allantoin, Panthenol, Betaine, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta

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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