ROUND LAB Mugwort Calming Line for oily acne-prone skin
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract Artemisia Extract
Sodium Hyaluronate
Allantoin
Panthenol
Centella Asiatica ExtractAverage
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily acne-prone skin; other toners fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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 soothing and hydration for your oily skin due to Artemisia Princeps Extract and Centella Asiatica Extract, which calm inflammation and reduce redness, but lacks targeted ingredients for acne and breakouts.
- Artemisia Vulgaris Extract provides mild astringent properties beneficial for oily skin, though stronger humectant support could enhance overall comfort.
- The product is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation from harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing agents like Artemisia Princeps Extract and Centella Asiatica Extract.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using your soothing toner 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply your soothing toner after cleansing, and before your moisturizer or SPF . This helps prepare your oily skin for the next steps.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the soothing toner into your skin with your hands. Avoid rubbing the product to keep your skin calm.
- Apply the soothing toner on clean and slightly damp skin to help with better absorption . This keeps your skin feeling fresh and comfortable.
- Always do a patch test before first use to check for any sensitivity. Avoid the eye area and stop use if irritation occurs.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 3.6k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently praise this line as a gentle, 'holy grail' solution for sensitive, acne-prone, and redness-prone skin, highlighting its ability to immediately soothe irritation and inflammation. While the lightweight, non-sticky textures are ideal for oily and combination skin types, those with dry skin often find the hydration insufficient for their needs without layering.
Highlights
Soothing and calming Mostly Mentioned
- “calmed my angry acne”
- “skin looked calmer overnight”
- “great for razor burn”
Gentle cleansing Often Mentioned
- “Dense soft foam”
- “doesn't leave face tight”
- “very mild on sensitive skin”
- “removes impurities gently”
Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
- “Sinks in immediately”
- “watery and light”
- “leaves no sticky residue”
- “perfect under makeup”
Pleasant herbal scent Sometimes Noted
- “Smells like a spa”
- “relaxing herbal scent”
- “fresh and natural”
- “love the mugwort smell”
Insufficient moisture Sometimes Noted
- “Not hydrating enough on its own”
- “skin felt tight after an hour”
- “need to layer with heavier cream”
- “too light for evening”
Price point Sometimes Noted
- “Pricey for the amount”
- “only buy it on discount”
- “waiting for a sale to repurchase”
- “expensive for a basic toner”
Product specific flaws Rarely Noted
- “Mask drips everywhere”
- “cream feels slightly waxy”
- “mask fit is weird”
- “toner bottle dispenses too fast”
Scent sensitivity Rarely Noted
- “Smell is too strong”
- “scent gave me a headache”
- “irritated my nose”
- “wish it was fragrance-free”
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Questions and answers
How well does ROUND LAB Mugwort Toner work for oily acne-prone skin?
This toner works reasonably well to calm redness and add mild moisture to oily skin, but it lacks targeted ingredients for breakouts. Oily acne-prone skin needs a product that includes effective ingredients for acne and blemishes, pore-minimizing components, and hydrating ingredients that do not clog pores.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023
Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
Artemisia and Centella Asiatica extracts make this toner a good fit for oily acne-prone skin by calming inflammation and reducing redness. To be an even better fit for this skin type, a product of this type needs effective ingredients that target acne and blemishes, minimize pores, and control oil while keeping the skin hydrated.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023
What does Artemisia Vulgaris Extract do for oily acne-prone skin?
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract helps calm red, irritated skin and keeps oily skin comfortable. Its soothing properties make it a great addition to your routine for managing breakouts with a very low risk of irritation.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily acne-prone skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps calm oily acne-prone skin by reducing sebum production and lipid synthesis in sebaceous glands. It also supports skin barrier function and improves hydration while helping deliver treatments without causing irritation.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This soothing toner goes after cleansing in your morning routine and after your evening cleansing steps, or as part of your weekly care.
Can I use this toner with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this toner with retinol by applying it right after cleansing to calm and hydrate your skin before putting on your retinol treatment. Using a gentle hydrating step like this helps keep your skin comfortable and is unlikely to cause irritation.
How often should I use this toner?
You can use this soothing toner daily in your morning and evening routines to help calm redness and add mild moisture to your oily skin. Because this product lacks targeted ingredients for breakouts, oily acne-prone skin also needs dedicated blemish-fighting ingredients and stronger moisture support to stay fully clear and comfortable.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023
Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin because it has a safe formula with soothing ingredients like Centella Asiatica Extract and mugwort that help calm inflammation and redness. However, since it lacks targeted ingredients for acne, an oily acne-prone skin type still needs stronger hydrating humectants and acne-fighting components to properly clear blemishes.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023
Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
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, 2016Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023Chitosan-based hydrogels loaded with asiaticoside-rich Centella asiatica extract achieved controlled drug release, skin permeability, antimicrobial activity, and synergistic wound healing effects in an in vitro model.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023Artemisia princeps-derived nanovesicles accelerate cell proliferation, decrease senescence-associated beta-galactosidase activity, inhibit MMP-1 activity more effectively than EGCG, and increase procollagen type I expression in human dermal cells and skin models.
Journal of Extracellular Biology, 2025Artemisia annua aqueous extract increased the itching threshold, inhibited TSLP expression, and promoted FLG mRNA expression in in vitro and in vivo models.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2024Artemisia Capillaris Thunb. extract protects human HaCaT keratinocytes from UVB-induced apoptosis and inflammation by suppressing the cGAS/STING signaling pathway.
Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2024Topical 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, 2011Topical 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, 2022Treatment 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, 2019Topical 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, 2016A 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, 2020An 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, 2018Topical 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, 2002Moisturizer 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, 2019Topical dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.
Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000Topical 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, 2020A 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, 2017Topical 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
Why other toners fit oily acne-prone skin better
A novel emulsion containing niacinamide, lens esculenta seed extract, and white willow bark extract effectively improved acne, blackheads, and conspicuous facial pores in 30 subjects with oily skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Artemisia Princeps Extract Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Panthenol, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, 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.
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