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Dermalogica Ultracalming Mist for combination skin

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Dermalogica Ultracalming Mist

Average

  • AverageCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for combination skin; other toners fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 calming for your combination skin, as oat kernel extract and bisabolol work to reduce redness and irritation, though it does not specifically target oily shine.
  • Glycerin provides humectant action suitable for combination skin, but the formula lacks specialized ingredients for optimal oil control on your oily areas.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components like Bisabolol and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice.

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.
  • Apply your soothing toner after cleansing, and before your moisturizer or SPF.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the soothing toner into your skin. Let it absorb for a minute before moving to the next step.
  • Apply the soothing toner on clean and slightly damp skin to help with absorption. This helps keep your skin feeling fresh and balanced.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 600+ reviews

While most find it an essential, soothing step that boosts hydration and preps skin for serums, a minority feel it is overpriced for a product that didn't significantly improve their specific redness or inflammation.

Highlights

  • Calms redness Mostly Mentioned
    • “red patches cleared up within days”
    • “calms the heat immediately”
    • “minimized flare-ups”
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Often Mentioned
    • “great for sensitive skin”
    • “gentle enough for reactive skin”
    • “no breakouts”
    • “used after exfoliation”
  • Hydrating and refreshing Often Mentioned
    • “locks in hydration”
    • “boost of moisture mid-day”
    • “leaves skin supple”
    • “helps makeup apply smoothly”
  • Instant soothing Often Mentioned
    • “absolutely no sting”
    • “feels wonderful and cooling”
    • “instantly refreshes skin”
    • “relieves dehydrated stings”
  • High price point Sometimes Noted
    • “expensive mistake”
    • “wish it wasn't so pricey”
    • “over-priced garbage”
    • “good but expensive”
  • Ineffective for some Rarely Noted
    • “did absolutely nothing”
    • “tolerable but not helpful”
    • “didn't help redness per se”
    • “just feels like water”
  • Scent dislike Rarely Noted
    • “over-fragranced”
    • “smell of lavender is terrible”
    • “scent is too strong”
    • “irritated by the botanicals”
  • Spray application issues Rarely Noted
    • “hard to keep out of eyes”
    • “sprayer is aggressive”
    • “stings if it gets in eyes”
    • “wet mess”

Sources: lovi.care, ulta.com, dermstore.com, lovelyskin.com, influenster.com, dermalogica.com, and more

Questions and answers

How well does Dermalogica Ultracalming Mist work for combination skin?

Dermalogica Ultracalming Mist works moderately well for combination skin by offering gentle soothing and hydration, though it lacks targeted oil control for shiny areas. A soothing toner for this skin needs balancing ingredients that calm and hydrate while helping manage excess oil without irritation.

Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015

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

Oat kernel extract and bisabolol help calm redness and irritation on combination skin, while glycerin provides gentle hydration. However, because this toner does not control oily shine, a product for this skin type needs both soothing ingredients like chamomile and oat extract, and targeted oil-control ingredients.

Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015

What does Aloe Vera Leaf Juice do for combination skin?

Aloe vera leaf juice helps keep combination skin hydrated by increasing water content without making it oily. It also helps calm redness and supports skin recovery.

Skin Research and Technology, 2006Clinical Pharmacology, 2018

What does Avena Sativa Kernel Extract do for combination skin?

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract helps calm and soothe combination skin while supporting moisture and skin barrier health. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may improve dry areas while keeping the skin balanced.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2016Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015

Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for combination skin?

This soothing toner fits into your morning routine after cleansing and before your moisturizer. It offers moderate soothing and calming with oat kernel extract and bisabolol, but combination skin also needs specialized ingredients for optimal oil control on oily areas.

Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015

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 your skin before your retinol treatment. A product of this type for combination skin needs soothing ingredients like oat kernel extract and bisabolol, plus oil-controlling ingredients for your oily areas.

Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015

How often should I use this toner?

You can use this toner daily in your morning routine as a hydrating step after cleansing. It provides moderate calming and soothing for combination skin, though a product of this type for your skin also needs specialized ingredients to control oily shine on your oily areas.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?

This toner is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or lead to purging on your combination skin. It has a very safe formula free of harsh ingredients, and features soothing components like bisabolol and aloe leaf juice that help keep skin calm without heavy oils.

Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015

Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

Ingredients

Water, Butylene Glycol, Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Ppg-2 Isoceteth-20 Acetate, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract Oat Kernel Extract, Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Bisabolol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Glycerin

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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