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Rael Beauty Calming Cica Cleansing Water for oily skin

Average

  • AverageOily Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for oily skin; other cleansing 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 oily skin as Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide hydration, but it lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control, which is your main goal.
  • The cleansing agents effectively remove impurities while Panthenol and Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract offer soothing benefits, though these are supportive rather than primary for managing oily shine.
  • The product is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing components.

How to apply

  • Could be used as part of AM and PM routines. Start using your cleansing toner 3 times a week and increase to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
  • Apply your cleansing toner after cleansing and before applying your moisturizer or SPF. This fits right into the middle of your daily skincare steps.
  • Gently press 2 to 3 drops of the cleansing toner directly onto your skin. Avoid rubbing it in and let it absorb for a minute.
  • Apply the cleansing toner to completely dry skin for the best control of oily shine. Clean skin helps the product work more effectively.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a simple patch test before your very first use to check for comfort.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 300+ reviews

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.

Highlights

  • Gentle and non-irritating Mostly Mentioned
    • “never experience redness”
    • “great choice for sensitive skin”
    • “doesn't sting my eyes”
    • “soothing on breakouts”
  • Effective for light makeup Often Mentioned
    • “removes daily grime easily”
    • “perfect for light makeup days”
    • “cleans well without scrubbing”
    • “good morning cleanser”
  • Hydrating and non-drying Often Mentioned
    • “leaves skin soft”
    • “doesn't strip moisture”
    • “feels refreshing not tight”
    • “hydrating finish”
  • Pleasant fresh scent Sometimes Noted
    • “smells fresh and light”
    • “clean scent”
    • “enjoyable fragrance”
    • “not chemically smelling”
  • Struggles with heavy makeup Sometimes Noted
    • “struggles with waterproof mascara”
    • “need an extra cleanser for full glam”
    • “doesn't remove heavy foundation”
    • “requires scrubbing for eyeliner”
  • Leaves residue Rarely Noted
    • “left a slight sticky film”
    • “felt I needed to rinse after”
    • “slightly tacky finish”
    • “greasy feeling”
  • Price and value Rarely Noted
    • “bottle is small for the price”
    • “used it up too fast”
    • “expensive for a micellar water”
    • “better options for cheaper”
  • Scent sensitivity Rarely Noted
    • “fragrance is too strong”
    • “smell is overpowering”
    • “prefer unscented for face”
    • “scent lingered too long”

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Questions and answers

How well does Rael Calming Cica Cleansing Water work for oily skin?

This cleansing toner works moderately well for oily skin because Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide hydration, but it lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control. Oily skin of this type needs lighter, non-comedogenic ingredients that manage shine while keeping skin balanced without excess oiliness.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

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

Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, and Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract help hydrate and calm oily skin without irritation. However, because managing shine is the main goal for this skin type, a product of this type needs lighter, oil-controlling ingredients and multi-form hyaluronic acid that hydrate without adding excess oil.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

What does Centella Asiatica do for oily skin?

Centella asiatica helps calm angry breakouts and adds light moisture without feeling heavy on oily skin. It may also reduce redness and balance the skin barrier.

Molecules, 2023Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry, 2019

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 in your evening routine as a second cleansing step after you wash your face. Oily skin works best with products that contain ingredients for oil control.

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

You can use this toner with your retinol routine, applying it after your cleanser and before your treatment in the evening. It is unlikely to irritate your skin, but because oily skin needs extra oil control, this type of product works best when paired with ingredients that balance sebum.

How often should I use this toner?

This cleansing toner can be used in your evening routine as part of your regular skincare steps. To properly care for oily skin, this type of product needs extra ingredients that help control shine and reduce excess oil.

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 contains no harsh ingredients and includes soothing components. Oily skin works best with products that also provide strong oil control and balancing ingredients to manage shine.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 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
  • 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
  • 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 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Inclusion complexes of fullerenes with polyvinylpyrrolidone protected keratinocytes against UVB-induced proliferation inhibition, restored cornified envelope ratios and transglutaminase-1 expression, and promoted skin barrier recovery after tape stripping in humans.

    Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 2013
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

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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