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Purslane

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Purslane

Topical purslane helps soothe irritated areas, calm redness, and strengthen the outer moisture barrier. It suits dry skin and oily skin particularly well, and it is available in soothing toners and refreshing masks. Because of its gentle texture, it layers easily into any daily routine.

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Questions and answers

What does purslane do for the skin?

Purslane helps soothe irritated skin, calm inflammation, and improve skin barrier function. It may also support skin recovery from sun exposure and photothermal treatments.

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How do you use purslane?

Purslane is used topically in creams or facial masks, such as in formulas applied for up to 90 days to help alleviate symptoms of skin conditions or protect sensitive skin. It may also be combined with treatments like calcipotriol to help reduce skin barrier damage and inflammation.

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Should you use purslane in the morning or at night?

Purslane does not have a set time of day required for use, but studies show it helps protect sensitive skin from daytime photothermal stimulation and UV-related skin barrier damage when applied topically.

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Can you use purslane every day?

Purslane may be used daily to help alleviate skin irritation and support barrier recovery. Studies indicate that it can be applied over extended periods, such as daily use for up to ninety days, to help manage inflammatory skin conditions.

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Does purslane cause purging or irritation?

Purslane is unlikely to cause irritation and helps soothe sensitive or damaged skin. Studies show it may reduce skin barrier damage, inflammation, and discomfort caused by treatments like peels and light therapy.

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Which skin types is purslane best for?

Purslane is best for dry, oily, combination, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, as well as mature skin and skin with dark spots. For these skin types, Lovi rates products like Dear, Klairs All-day Airy Sunscreen and I'm From Rice Toner as a Superior fit.

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  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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