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FRANKLY Closer Serum for acne-prone skin

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FRANKLY Closer Serum

Average

  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for acne-prone skin; other serums fit it 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 moderate hydration and firming benefits for your combination skin, with Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate providing humectant action while multiple peptides like Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Copper Tripeptide-1 stimulate collagen. This serum supports general skin health and can be beneficial for acne-prone skin by maintaining hydration, though it does not directly target blemishes or breakouts.
  • The formulation is safe for your combination skin, as it lacks harsh ingredients and is unlikely to cause irritation.
  • The presence of multiple peptides and humectants makes this serum a generally safe and supportive option for your skin concerns.

How to apply

  • Use your serum as part of your PM routine and start 3x/week before working up to daily use.
  • Apply this treatment after cleansing and toner, and before your moisturizer.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
  • Apply the product on clean, dry skin to help manage your breakouts safely.
  • Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.4Overall rating based on 1.2k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, this serum is widely praised as a lightweight, affordable hydrating treatment that improves overall skin texture and creates a "glass skin" glow using peptides and collagen. While effective for plumping fine lines and soothing sensitive skin, users report mixed results regarding its primary claim of visibly reducing pore size, with many noting it works better for hydration than pore minimization.

Highlights

  • Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels plumper and youthful”
    • “provides deep hydration without feeling heavy”
    • “gives an amazing glow”
  • Improves texture Often Mentioned
    • “skin feels smoother”
    • “texture has really improved”
    • “softens my skin”
  • Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly”
    • “light, watery consistency”
    • “non-greasy finish”
  • Affordable price Sometimes Noted
    • “unbeatable price”
    • “good cost performance”
    • “great deal for this serum”
  • Gentle & non-irritating Sometimes Noted
    • “didn't cause any irritation”
    • “soothing on my skin”
    • “feels so gentle”
  • Ineffective for pores Sometimes Noted
    • “no difference on my pores”
    • “didn't shrink pores”
    • “don't expect pore-minimizing results”
  • Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “gave me cystic acne”
    • “broke me out”
  • Leaky packaging Rarely Noted
    • “leaks quite a bit”
    • “leaked in the box”
    • “messy bottle”
  • Sticky finish Rarely Noted
    • “feels quite sticky”
    • “tacky feel”
    • “sits on top of skin”

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Questions and answers

How well does FRANKLY Closer Serum work for acne-prone skin?

This serum works moderately well for acne-prone skin by maintaining soft and hydrated skin, though it does not directly target breakouts. Treatments that fit this skin better need effective ingredients like niacinamide and zinc PCA or propolis that help control oil and manage blemishes without causing irritation.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013

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

Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate help make this serum a good fit for acne-prone skin by providing moderate hydration. To fit acne-prone skin even better, this type of product needs effective ingredients like niacinamide, propolis, or zinc PCA that directly target breakouts and control oiliness while keeping the skin balanced.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

What does Argireline do for acne-prone skin?

Argireline is not typically targeted for acne-prone skin, as it is primarily used to smooth fine lines and reduce wrinkles by relaxing facial movements. While it helps keep skin smooth, acne-prone skin generally needs ingredients that clear pores, calm redness, and balance oil production.

What does Copper Tripeptide-1 do for acne-prone skin?

Copper Tripeptide-1 helps calm acne-prone skin by reducing inflammation and supporting overall skin repair. Because this is a weaker match for your skin, an ideal product of this type needs soothing ingredients and gentle hydrators to calm irritation without clogging pores.

Skin Research and Technology, 2026International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2018

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

This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and toning. It helps keep acne-prone skin hydrated with multiple peptides and sodium hyaluronate, though this skin type also needs products with ingredients that directly target blemishes and breakouts.

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

You can use this serum with retinol by applying the serum first to keep your skin soft and hydrated, followed by retinol. This product is unlikely to cause irritation and supports general skin health, but acne-prone skin needs products with active ingredients that directly target blemishes and breakouts.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013

How often should I use it?

You can use this treatment in your evening routine for extra safety around sun exposure. This serum supports general skin health by maintaining hydration, but an acne-prone skin type also needs targeted blemish-fighting ingredients to properly manage breakouts.

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

This serum is unlikely to cause irritation or breakouts on acne-prone skin because it lacks harsh ingredients, though it does not directly target blemishes. Acne-prone skin often needs products with ingredients that clear pores and calm breakouts.

Is this serum 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

  • Argireline treatment twice daily for 4 weeks produced a significant anti-wrinkle effect with 48.9% total efficacy and decreased skin roughness in Chinese subjects compared with 0% efficacy and no decrease in roughness in the placebo group.

    American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013

  • Treatment with cross-linked hyaluronic acid-based microneedle patches combined with acetyl hexapeptide-8 or epidermal growth factor significantly improved wrinkles and skin hydration compared to the patch alone in Korean females over 29 days.

    Annals of Dermatology, 2019

  • Treatment with Jet-M and GHR formulation greatly decreased wrinkles around the eye and increased collagen production in a 59-year-old male.

    Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2016

  • Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.

    Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

  • Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and tripeptide-10 citrulline demonstrated antiwrinkle efficacy and decreased transepidermal water loss in twenty-four healthy volunteers compared to control groups, though synergistic effects between the two peptides remained unclear.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2017

  • Daily topical acetyl hexapeptide-8 showed a trend toward a longer time until return to baseline Jankovic Blepharospasm Rating Scale scores compared to placebo (3.7 months vs. 3.0 months) in 24 patients with blepharospasm receiving botulinum toxin therapy.

    European Journal of Neurology, 2013

  • Argireline applied twice daily for 4 weeks achieved a total anti-wrinkle efficiency of 48.9% and notably reduced wrinkle depth compared to placebo in Chinese subjects.

    Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2013

  • Topical copper tripeptide complex on CO2 laser-resurfaced skin caused no significant reduction in erythema or objective improvement in wrinkles compared to controls, but significantly increased patient satisfaction regarding overall skin quality.

    Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, 2006

  • A novel regimen combining a hydroxy acid-based scrub and copper tripeptide serum significantly reduced adherent scalp flaking by 61.24%, increased hair density by 12.48%, increased hair thickness by 25.36%, and improved scalp skin hydration by 76.24% in adults with mild to moderate dandruff over 15 days.

    Cureus, 2024

  • The combination of Thermus thermophilus and Bacillus subtilis mixed-culture ferment extract and copper tripeptide-1 GHK-Cu reduced inflammatory cytokines, protected skin explants from UV-induced damage, and improved wrinkles and skin barrier conditions compared to individual components or controls.

    Skin Research and Technology, 2026

  • 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 adenosine treatment significantly increased the anagen hair growth rate and thick hair rate compared to placebo in Japanese women with female pattern hair loss over 12 months.

    The Journal of Dermatology, 2008

  • Topical application of a disodium adenosine monophosphate-based formulation reduced wrinkles and hyperpigmentation while improving hydration, barrier function, skin lifting, and epidermal turnover in female participants.

    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2026

  • Adenosine and cordycepin stimulate the Wnt/beta-catenin signaling pathway through adenosine receptor and PKA activation, promoting cell proliferation, migration, and growth factor secretion in cultured dermal fibroblasts.

    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2021

Why other serums fit acne-prone skin better

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, 2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tripeptide-3, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-2, Adenosine, Gluconolactone, Collagen, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carbomer, Cellulose Gum, Tromethamine, Betaine, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Hydrolyzed Malt Extract, Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract, 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.

  • 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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