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MEDIHEAL Watermide Toner Pad for acne-prone skin

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  • SuperiorCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

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

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 excellent hydration for your combination skin, with glycerin and sea water providing humectant action while pseudoalteromonas ferment extract aids in barrier repair.
  • Dipotassium glycyrrhizate and allantoin offer soothing benefits, which are supportive for general skin health, though not specifically targeted for your acne and blemishes.
  • The product is safe for your acne-prone skin, as it contains soothing ingredients and lacks harsh or prohibited substances.

How to apply

  • Use your hydrating toner in your AM and PM routine. Start 3x a week and work up to daily use if your skin likes it.
  • Apply your hydrating toner after cleansing and before your moisturizer or SPF.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the hydrating toner into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
  • Apply the hydrating toner on slightly damp skin to help it absorb better.
  • Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the eye area .

People Say

★4.8Overall rating based on 200+ reviews

Users with dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin frequently praise these pads for their ability to provide immediate, deep hydration and a "glass skin" glow. The product is widely celebrated for its cooling and depuffing effects, making it a favorite for morning "mini-masking" to prep the skin for makeup and calm redness or heat.

Highlights

  • Intense hydration Mostly Mentioned
    • “Super hydrating”
    • “hydration fountain”
    • “drinks in benefits”
  • Cooling & depuffing Often Mentioned
    • “Cooling effect”
    • “depuffs face”
    • “refreshing sensation”
  • Thin, adherent pads Often Mentioned
    • “Second skin”
    • “cling perfectly”
    • “don't fall off”
  • Pads stick Often Mentioned
    • “Stick together”
    • “difficult to grab”
    • “need tweezers”
  • Generous essence Sometimes Noted
    • “Soaked in essence”
    • “doesn't dry out”
    • “plenty of product”
  • Versatile application Sometimes Noted
    • “Great for mini-masking”
    • “customizable fit”
    • “easy toner wipe”
  • Dries quickly Sometimes Noted
    • “Dries fast on face”
    • “evaporates quickly”
    • “thin nature”
  • Packaging issues Rarely Noted
    • “Box leaks”
    • “tweezers stiff”
    • “lid issues”
  • Scent disliked Rarely Noted
    • “Earthy smell”
    • “herbal medicine scent”
    • “strong fragrance”
  • Sticky finish Rarely Noted
    • “Slightly sticky”
    • “tacky residue”
    • “heavy finish”

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Questions and answers

What makes MEDIHEAL Watermide Toner Pad a great fit for acne-prone skin?

This toner is a great fit because it is safe for acne-prone skin, containing soothing ingredients like allantoin and dipotassium glycyrrhizate while lacking harsh substances. It also offers excellent hydration with glycerin and sea water, helping to keep your skin calm and moisturized.

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

Glycerin and sea water keep your skin hydrated, while dipotassium glycyrrhizate and allantoin help calm it. These soothing ingredients make the formula safe and gentle for your acne-prone skin.

What does Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate do for acne-prone skin?

Dipotassium glycyrrhizate helps calm acne-prone skin by reducing redness and soothing inflammation. An average or weak fit for acne-prone skin needs lightweight, non-greasy ingredients and soothing agents that calm irritation without clogging pores.

International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024

What does Allantoin do for acne-prone skin?

Allantoin helps calm redness and supports the skin barrier, making it a soothing addition to routines for acne-prone skin. It is often paired with ingredients that clear pores and reduce oil to keep acne-prone skin balanced and comfortable.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

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

This hydrating toner goes after your cleanser and before your moisturizer in your morning skincare routine. It helps keep your skin comfortable and hydrated while being safe for your acne-prone skin.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

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

Yes, you can use this toner with retinol by applying the toner first to damp skin and following with your retinol treatment once it absorbs. This helps keep your skin calm and hydrated while you use strong treatments.

Cutis, 2006The Journal of Dermatology, 2014

How often should I use this toner?

You can use this toner daily in your morning routine because it has a safe formula with soothing ingredients that are well tolerated by acne-prone skin. Regular use may help keep your skin comfortable and hydrated.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

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

This toner is safe for your acne-prone skin because it contains soothing ingredients and lacks harsh or prohibited substances. It is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts.

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
  • A 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, 2020
  • Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate-loaded hydroxypropyl chitosan and poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) hydrogels applied to wounds in a mouse full-thickness skin defect model resulted in rapid wound closure, efficient tissue remolding, collagen deposition, and decreased inflammation compared to commercial Tegaderm film and 3M dressing controls.

    Acta Biomaterialia, 2022
  • Combining 755 nm alexandrite laser with topical licorice gel significantly reduces terminal hair counts compared to alexandrite laser with placebo in women with idiopathic hirsutism.

    Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015
  • Licochalcone A activated Nrf2 signaling, elevated cytoprotective enzymes, increased the reduced-to-oxidized glutathione ratio, and decreased reactive oxygen species in human fibroblasts and neutrophils, while a LicA-rich licorice extract lowered UVA-induced oxidative processes in vivo.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2015
  • Bioactive glycyrrhizic acid and oxymatrine ionic liquid self-assembled nanomicelles significantly promoted the transdermal permeation, subcutaneous retention, and anti-photoaging efficacy of palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 in cellular and animal models compared to unformulated peptide.

    Advanced Science, 2025
  • Topical 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, 2016
  • An 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
  • Prophylactic application of a topical scar gel containing Allium cepae extract, allantoin, and heparin significantly improves patient-assessed scar color, stiffness, and irregularity compared to no treatment in women following a cesarean section.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2014
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Probiotic-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, 2022
  • Topical 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, 2021
  • Lactobacillus 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, 2022

Ingredients

Water, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Sodium Pca, Hydroxyacetophenone, Octyldodeceth-16, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Citrate, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Citric Acid, Disodium Edta, Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit, Glycerin, Sea Water, Myosotis Sylvatica Stem Extract Flower Leaf, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Abies Sibirica Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf, Pseudoalteromonas Extract Ferment, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Cetraria Islandica Extract, Mentha Aquatica Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Oil Flower, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Oil Flower Matricaria Oil Flower, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Caprylyl Glycol

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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