SUNGBOON EDITOR Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule+ for combination skin
Green Tomato
Volufiline
Sodium Hyaluronate
Collagen
Ceramide
High
- SuperiorCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for combination skin; a few serums fit it even 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 excellent suitability for your combination skin, as PHA and niacinamide work to manage pore concerns and oiliness, addressing your oily shine.
- The presence of Sodium Hyaluronate and Glycerin provides supportive hydration and soothing benefits, enhancing overall skin comfort.
- The formula is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use your serum as part of your PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, and right before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute ⏳for it to soak in.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive.
- Always do a patch test before using the serum for the first time, and avoid the eye area .
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 500+ reviewsUsers with combination and oily skin frequently praise this ampoule for its ability to control sebum and improve skin texture, often noting a "glowy" and hydrated finish. While many report visible tightening of enlarged pores and a subtle lifting effect, results vary, with some users seeing significant pore reduction and others primarily experiencing enhanced moisture without drastic changes to pore size.
Highlights
Hydrating & non-sticky Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves skin nicely moisturised”
- “absorbs quickly and hydrates well”
- “dense texture with a non sticky finish”
Effective pore tightening Often Mentioned
- “helped to minimize the appearance of my pores”
- “pores look much better and smaller”
- “instantly tightens and minimizes enlarged pores”
Controls excess oil Sometimes Noted
- “mattifies my skin”
- “helped reduced the oiliness”
- “controls excessive sebum”
Improves skin texture Sometimes Noted
- “made my skin smoother and glowy”
- “skin became more elastic, fresh and toned”
- “improved the texture massively”
No visible pore change Sometimes Noted
- “haven't seen any change within a month”
- “didn't notice any dramatic difference in my pores”
- “not seen any miracles in terms of pore minimization”
Caused irritation/breakouts Rarely Noted
- “irritate my skin and id have to wash it off”
- “experienced blemishes while using it”
- “slightly irritating sensation”
Scent dislike Rarely Noted
- “scent... a bit off-putting for some”
- “peculiar aroma”
- “fragrance... slightly strong”
Sticky residue Rarely Noted
- “feel somewhat sticky”
- “heavier than expected”
- “sticky finish initially”
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Questions and answers
What makes SUNGBOON EDITOR Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule+ a great fit for combination skin?
This product is a great fit for your combination skin because PHA and niacinamide help manage pore concerns and oily shine. Sodium Hyaluronate and glycerin also provide supportive hydration to keep your skin comfortable without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for combination skin?
PHA and niacinamide help manage oily shine and pores, while sodium hyaluronate and glycerin provide comfortable, supportive hydration for your combination skin. The gentle formula is also safe and unlikely to cause irritation.
What does Green Tomato do for combination skin?
Green Tomato helps balance oily and dry areas on combination skin by keeping pores clear and skin smooth. It is unlikely to cause irritation and works well to keep your face feeling fresh all day.
What does Volufiline do for combination skin?
Volufiline helps plump and smooth dry areas while working safely on combination skin. A product of this type needs nourishing plant extracts and moisturizing ingredients to keep the skin soft and balanced.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before moisturizing, though some can also be used in the morning or twice a day. Putting treatments in the evening helps keep things simple and provides extra safety around sun exposure.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment alongside retinol by applying the treatment first, letting it absorb, and following with your retinol. This approach helps manage pores and oiliness while keeping your skin comfortable, as the formula avoids harsh ingredients that might otherwise increase irritation when paired with retinol.
How often should I use this serum?
This treatment goes into your evening routine, starting at once a week so your skin can adjust to the active ingredients. If your skin feels comfortable and tolerates it well, you may carefully use it more often.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This serum is unlikely to cause breakouts or clog pores on combination skin, as it avoids harsh ingredients and is well-suited for managing oiliness. Reviewers rarely report irritation or breakouts, and the formula is considered safe for this skin type.
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, 2017Topical treatment of nicotinamide, alone or in combination with other active ingredients, reduces the progression of skin aging and hyperpigmentation in clinical trials while being well tolerated.
Antioxidants, 2021Tomato-derived nanovesicles and extract accelerated wound closure and increased cell migration in human keratinocytes and mouse fibroblasts without affecting cell proliferation.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 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 application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 2023
Ingredients
Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pha Polyhydroxy Acid, Ceramide, Collagen, Volufiline, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Adenosine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Betaine, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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