SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Brightening Toner for oily skin

Centella Asiatica
Sodium Hyaluronate
Niacinamide
Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
Ceramide Np
High
- HighOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for oily skin; a few toners fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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
- Highly suitable for your oily skin, this toner contains niacinamide and capryloyl salicylic acid to help regulate sebum and gently exfoliate, addressing oily shine. Sodium hyaluronate and polyglutamic acid provide excellent hydration, plumping the skin and enhancing its overall appearance.
- The formula is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients.
- This toner offers a high degree of compatibility with your skin concerns and type.
How to apply
- Use your hydrating toner in your AM and PM routine every day to keep skin fresh.
- Apply this product after cleansing and before your moisturizer or SPF.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the hydrating toner into your skin and let it absorb.
- Apply the hydrating toner on slightly damp skin to help it absorb better.
- Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your very first use.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 700+ reviewsUsers consistently describe this toner as a lightweight, refreshing product that excels at hydrating and soothing sensitive barriers without heaviness. While many praise its gentle exfoliating properties for smoothing texture over time, some users with very dry skin find it requires layering, and others note that the brightening effects are subtle and take time to manifest.
Highlights
Deeply hydrating & plumping Mostly Mentioned
- “Leaves skin feeling soft, non-sticky, hydrated, and fresh.”
- “Keeps the skin moist and shiny... leaves it well-hydrated.”
- “Instantly replaced tightness with smooth and soft skin.”
Lightweight & fast absorbing Mostly Mentioned
- “Absorbs quickly without leaving any stickiness.”
- “Watery consistency... absorbed by the skin immediately.”
- “Light, fresh, watery texture that quickly absorbs.”
Gentle daily exfoliation Often Mentioned
- “Helped clean my pores... skin is less textured.”
- “Gentle and I moisturize after using it which makes my skin feel good.”
- “Noticed an improvement in my pores and pigmentation.”
Soothing for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
- “No more dryness, irritation, or redness. Works perfectly for my sensitive skin.”
- “Very soothing... didn't bother my tretinoin skin.”
- “Calms irritations... relieves skin of discomfort.”
Lack of visible brightening Sometimes Noted
- “Don't know if I've noticed any brightening to be honest.”
- “Can't say much about its brightening properties, didn't notice any.”
- “Glow effect wasn't as noticeable as I expected.”
Mild stinging/irritation Rarely Noted
- “Felt a slight stinging sensation... but that didn't put me off.”
- “Stung quite a bit... unsuitable for super sensitive skin.”
- “Can be irritating if you have VERY sensitive skin.”
Not moisturizing enough Rarely Noted
- “Only thing I wanted from this product was more moisture.”
- “Might not appeal to those who prefer a completely watery toner.”
- “Didn't significantly help with hydration or deep dryness.”
Scent/fragrance dislike Rarely Noted
- “Moisturizing but strong smell!”
- “Can detect an ocean breeze scent... hints of mint.”
- “Slight stinging sensation... strong smell.”
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Questions and answers
What makes SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Brightening Toner a great fit for oily skin?
This toner is a great fit for oily skin because it contains niacinamide and capryloyl salicylic acid to help control shine, alongside sodium hyaluronate and polyglutamic acid to provide light hydration. The gentle formula has no harsh ingredients, making it very safe and comfortable for your skin type.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025
Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for oily skin?
This toner is a great fit for oily skin because niacinamide and capryloyl salicylic acid help control extra shine and gently exfoliate. Sodium hyaluronate and polyglutamic acid also provide lightweight hydration, while centella asiatica helps keep the skin calm.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025
What does Centella Asiatica do for oily skin?
Centella asiatica helps calm angry breakouts and adds light moisture without feeling heavy on oily skin. It may also reduce redness and balance the skin barrier.
Molecules, 2023Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry, 2019
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps oily skin by reducing extra oil and sebum production without causing irritation. Clinical studies show it successfully balances oil levels while keeping the skin comfortable.
Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This toner goes right after cleansing in both your morning and evening routines. It helps control oily shine while providing light hydration to keep your skin smooth and comfortable.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025
Can I use this toner with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this toner with retinol by applying the toner first to hydrate and prep your skin before your retinol treatment. This routine helps keep your skin comfortable while managing dryness and irritation.
Cutis, 2006International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025
How often should I use this toner?
This hydrating toner is a great fit for oily skin and can be used daily in both your morning and evening routines. It contains niacinamide and capryloyl salicylic acid to help control shine, along with sodium hyaluronate to keep your skin smooth and hydrated.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This toner is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or lead to purging on oily skin. The formula is safe for your skin with no harsh ingredients, and it contains niacinamide and capryloyl salicylic acid to help regulate sebum and gently exfoliate.
Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Daily treatment with a facial serum containing multiple acids reduced post-inflammatory hyperchromia lesion grade and number by 29.4% at 56 days, and decreased skin oiliness by 30.7% at 7 days in Brazilian patients with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Poly-gamma-glutamic acid derived from a novel Bacillus subtilis strain dose-dependently increased skin barrier markers, hyaluronic acid synthesis, and aquaporin 3 expression in keratinocytes, and elevated filaggrin, involucrin, CD44, and aquaporin 3 expression in a reconstructed skin model compared to the control.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025Treatment with a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid improved skin aging signs and demonstrated a senomorphic effect by decreasing SASP and autocrine signaling genes in women.
Scientific Reports, 2024Co-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, 2023Cosmetic 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, 2016Topical 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, 2017Moisturizer 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 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 post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005An alcohol-based hand rub containing 10% okra extract significantly increased skin hydration better than a control hand rub at 30 minutes and retained moisture for 210 minutes in volunteers.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012Topical application of 30% okra fruit extract significantly increases fibroblast expression during the wound healing process after tooth extraction in Wistar rats compared to the control group.
Infectious Disease Reports, 2020
Ingredients
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Betaine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Xylitol, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Polyglyceryl-6 Dioleate, Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Adenosine, Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Hedera Helix Stem Extract Leaf, Sodium Phytate, Methylpropanediol, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Polyglutamic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide Np, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
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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