Farmacy Deep Sweep 2% BHA Pore Cleaning Toner for dry skin
Bha Salicylic Acid
Moringa Oleifera
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Lactic Acid
Chlorella FermentCaution
- WarningDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A poor match for dry skin; the toners alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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 exfoliation for your dry skin due to the presence of salicylic acid and lactic acid, which can lead to dryness.
- While the product is free of harsh ingredients and has a good safety profile for your dry skin, the exfoliating acids may be too potent for your skin type.
How to apply
- Use your exfoliating toner as part of your PM routine once a week to start. If your skin is happy, you can slowly use it more often.
- Apply this exfoliating toner right after your cleanser and before your moisturizer. This keeps your skin care steps in the right order.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliating toner into your skin with your hands. Let it soak in for a minute before the next step.
- Put the exfoliating toner on clean and dry skin to help it work best. Avoid rubbing so your face stays calm and happy.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the sensitive eye area.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 1.3k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with combination and oily skin frequently praise this toner for effectively reducing excess oil and clearing blackheads without stripping the moisture barrier. Many report a refreshing, non-irritating experience that minimizes the appearance of pores. A minority of users find the texture tacky or the herbal scent overpowering.
Highlights
Gentle, non-drying Mostly Mentioned
- “no stinging sensation”
- “doesn't strip my skin”
- “gentle enough for daily use”
- “hydrating feel”
Clears acne Often Mentioned
- “cleared my blackheads”
- “stopped my breakouts”
- “skin is finally clear”
- “removed deep congestion”
Controls oil Often Mentioned
- “less greasy in mornings”
- “controls my T-zone oil”
- “keeps shine away”
- “balances oil production”
Refines pores Sometimes Noted
- “pores look invisible”
- “tightened my pores”
- “texture is smoother”
- “minimized large pores”
Refreshing feel Sometimes Noted
- “feels so refreshing”
- “cooling effect”
- “wake up call for skin”
- “feels clean”
Sticky finish Sometimes Noted
- “leaves a tacky film”
- “feels sticky”
- “takes long to dry”
- “residue sits on skin”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “broke me out bad”
- “caused cystic acne”
- “irritated my sensitive skin”
- “too much fragrance”
High price point Rarely Noted
- “too expensive”
- “pricey for a toner”
- “not worth the money”
- “better cheaper alternatives”
No visible results Rarely Noted
- “did nothing for pores”
- “saw no difference”
- “just expensive water”
- “ineffective for me”
Overpowering scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like salad dressing”
- “scent is too strong”
- “dislike the herbal smell”
- “smells like food”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Farmacy Deep Sweep Toner for dry skin?
Lovi advises caution because this toner contains exfoliating acids that may be too potent and can lead to dryness on your skin type. An exfoliating toner for dry skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients and soothing extracts that provide essential moisture and maintain balance without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this toner a poor fit for dry skin?
Salicylic acid and lactic acid make this toner a poor fit because their exfoliating action may be too potent and lead to dryness. A product for this skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients and soothing extracts that provide essential moisture and maintain comfort without irritation.
What does Bha do for dry skin?
BHA helps dry, flaking skin by gently clearing away dead buildup while improving moisture levels when paired with soothing hydrators like ceramides. Salicylic acid may help smooth rough patches, though dry skin types need to watch for irritation and support their skin barrier.
What does Moringa Oil do for dry skin?
Moringa oil helps dry skin by locking in moisture to make your face feel soft and smooth. It supports a healthy skin barrier so your face stays comfortable all day long.
Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, 2024Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This exfoliating toner is used in the evening routine, but since it is a poor match for dry skin, it should only be used once a week to help prevent dryness. A product of this type needs gentle exfoliating acids paired with hydrating ingredients to keep dry skin smooth and soft.
Can I use this toner with retinol, and in what order?
Using this exfoliating toner with retinol requires caution on dry skin, as the combination may easily cause dryness. If you choose to use both, apply the toner first after cleansing, wait for it to absorb, and then follow with your retinol product.
How often should I use this toner?
This exfoliating toner is a poor match for dry skin and may cause dryness, so a product of this type needs gentle exfoliating acids paired with soothing, hydrating ingredients. Start by using it just once a week to see how your skin reacts. If your skin feels comfortable and tolerates it well, you may carefully use it more often.
Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry skin, though some reviewers have occasionally reported breakouts. A product of this type needs gentle, hydrating ingredients and barrier-supporting components to keep dry skin comfortable and smooth while clearing pores.
Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Aqueous standardized leaf extracts of Moringa oleifera showed the highest human dermal fibroblast and human keratinocyte proliferation and migration properties, leading to the development of an alginate-pectin film dressing with optimal physicochemical properties.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2018Topical administration of Moringa oleifera seed extract on excision wounds in male albino rabbits significantly increased the wound healing rate, elevated TGF-β1, VEGF, and Type I collagen relative expression, and reduced inflammatory markers like IL-1β and TNF-α compared to untreated and MEBO-treated groups.
Antioxidants, 2022Moringa oleifera leaf extracts provided significant UV protection with an SPF of 2 at 2% to 4% concentrations and showed no significant irritant potential in cosmetic formulations.
Molecules, 2018Topical papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016A 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, 2015Reflux 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, 2020Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020Lipid extracts of Chlorella vulgaris and Arthrospira platensis protect Normal Human Dermal Fibroblasts against UVA-induced oxidative stress and 2-propanol-induced IL-6 expression in vitro.
Food Science and Technology International = Ciencia Y Tecnologia de Los Alimentos Internacional, 2026Oral and topical administration of ROQUETTE Chlorella sp. at higher doses significantly reduced skin inflammation scores and improved the healing process and duration of skin wounds in mice compared to untreated models.
Anti-inflammatory & Anti-allergy Agents in Medicinal Chemistry, 2014Resilient factor (RF, an aqueous extract fraction of Chlorella) suppressed PMA- and UVB-induced MMP1 production, protein, and gene expression, prevented UVB-suppressed elastin protein, and increased pro-collagen mRNA expression in human skin fibroblasts compared to untreated controls.
European Journal of Dermatology, 2008
Ingredients
Water, Arginine, Salicylic Acid, Lactobacillus Papaya Extract Fruit Ferment, Moringa Oleifera Leaf Water, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Water, Chlorella Ferment, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Gluconolactone, Maltodextrin, Glucose, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
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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