Glamglow SUPERTONER Exfoliating Acid Solution Toner for mature skin
Glycolic Acid
Salicylic Acid
Mandelic Acid
Lactic Acid
Tartaric Acid
Low
- LowNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A weak match for mature skin; the toners alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. 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 exfoliation for wrinkles and fine lines due to the presence of mandelic acid, glycolic acid, and salicylic acid, which can cause irritation and dryness for your normal skin type.
- While the exfoliating acids provide texture refinement, the inclusion of peppermint oil and alcohol denat. may further contribute to dryness and discomfort for normal skin.
How to apply
- Use this exfoliating toner as part of your PM routine once a week to start , then increase frequency carefully if your skin feels comfortable.
- Apply this product after cleansing and before your moisturizer to ensure it works effectively.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliating toner into your skin and let it absorb fully ⏳.
- Apply the exfoliating toner on clean, dry skin for the best results since your skin is normal and not sensitive.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and always use SPF daily while using exfoliating active ingredients.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, this toner is highly recommended by users with oily and acne-prone skin for its pore-refining and oil-controlling properties. It is frequently noted for its strong scent and alcohol content, which can lead to stinging, dryness, and irritation, particularly for those with sensitive or dry skin types.
Highlights
Refines pores Mostly Mentioned
- “pores are immediately refined and unclogged”
- “pores are visibly relieved”
- “pores are smaller”
Strong scent Mostly Mentioned
- “smells like hospital stuff”
- “very strong mint/alcohol smell”
- “scent is very strong... metallic alcoholic”
Clarifies skin Often Mentioned
- “skin looks brighter”
- “complexion clear with our powerful blend”
- “revealing a brighter, even-looking complexion”
Controls oil Often Mentioned
- “balances oil and helps reduce shine”
- “leaves my acne/sensitive skin feeling fresh”
- “great base before applying foundation”
Stinging sensation Often Mentioned
- “stings so bad from the first swipe”
- “left my skin feeling super dry, burning”
- “experience tingling or discomfort”
Effective exfoliation Sometimes Noted
- “removes dead surface cells”
- “skin feels smoother”
- “old keratins are metabolized quickly”
Drying and irritating Sometimes Noted
- “made her break out so bad”
- “left my skin feeling super dry”
- “bad option for dry skin”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “little bit pricey for a toner”
- “expensive for the amount”
- “pricey but a little goes a long way”
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Questions and answers
Why is Glamglow SUPERTONER a weak match for mature skin?
This toner is a weak match for mature skin because its strong mix of exfoliating acids, alcohol, and peppermint oil can easily lead to dryness and irritation. A product of this type needs a balanced blend of gentle exfoliating acids and soothing, hydrating ingredients to refine texture without causing discomfort.
Which ingredients make this toner a poor fit for mature skin?
Alcohol denat., peppermint oil, and a blend of exfoliating acids like glycolic acid and salicylic acid make this toner a weak match because they may cause dryness and discomfort for your mature skin. An exfoliating toner of this type needs gentle exfoliating acids paired with soothing and hydrating ingredients to refine texture without causing irritation.
What does Glycolic Acid do for mature skin?
Glycolic acid helps smooth mature skin by encouraging fresh skin renewal and supporting firmness. It may also help improve signs of photoaging and increase moisture levels over time.
What does Salicylic Acid do for mature skin?
Salicylic acid helps smooth and firm mature skin by boosting collagen and elasticity while reducing roughness and wrinkles. It is unlikely to cause irritation when used correctly, but this skin type also needs extra hydrating ingredients to stay soft and plump.
Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This toner is not a good fit for your mature skin because its strong exfoliating acids, alcohol, and peppermint oil can cause dryness and irritation. Mature skin needs gentle cleansers, hydrating toners, and nourishing moisturizers that lock in moisture and soothe the skin.
Can I use this toner with retinol, and in what order?
It is best to avoid using this exfoliating toner in the same routine as retinol, because the strong acids, alcohol, and peppermint oil may easily cause irritation and dryness for your mature skin. Mature skin needs gentle hydrating ingredients and soothing moisturizers rather than harsh exfoliating acids and drying alcohols.
How often should I use this toner?
This toner is a weak match for mature skin because its acids, alcohol, and peppermint oil can cause dryness and irritation. To use a product of this type safely, start once a week and only increase frequency if your skin tolerates it well without discomfort. Mature skin needs gentle exfoliating acids paired with soothing, hydrating ingredients to smooth fine lines without causing dryness.
Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This toner is unlikely to clog pores since it contains salicylic acid to help keep skin clear, but the strong acids and alcohol may dry out and irritate mature skin. A product for mature skin needs gentle hydrating ingredients and soothing plant extracts to keep skin soft and smooth without causing discomfort.
Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It contains fragrance (limonene and linalool) and drying alcohol (alcohol denat).
What the research says
Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2000Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2017Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Treatment with 45% mandelic acid peel showed nearly equal overall efficacy as 30% salicylic acid peel in patients with mild-to-moderate facial acne vulgaris, but with fewer adverse effects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Chemical peels using 35% glycolic acid, 20% salicylic-10% mandelic acid, and phytic acid reduce acne scores by 70.55%, 74.14%, and 69.7% respectively, and significantly decline the postacne hyperpigmentation index in Asian patients with mild to moderate acne.
Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, 2019Commonly used chemical peels showed no significant differences in effectiveness for acne vulgaris in most comparisons, though combined salicylic and mandelic acid peeling was superior to glycolic acid and glycolic acid was superior to placebo, based on twelve randomized controlled trials.
BMJ Open, 2018Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020Gluconolactone and tartaric acid significantly lower transepidermal water loss and erythema after sodium lauryl sulphate challenge compared to vehicle, untreated control, and glycolic acid in healthy subjects.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 1997
Why other toners fit mature skin better
- Peppermint oil in this toner
Topical menthol induced significant pain, cold sensations, punctate and cold hyperalgesia, and increased cutaneous perfusion in 10 subjects compared to ethanol control, acting as a human model for cold pain by sensitizing peripheral cold C nociceptors and activating cold-specific A delta fibres.
Brain, 2004
Ingredients
Water, Alcohol Denat, Propanediol, Mandelic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Pyruvic Acid, Charcoal Powder, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Powder, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf, Witch Hazel Extract, Algae Extract, Willow Bark Extract, Nylon-12, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Peppermint Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Limonene, Linalool, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Titanium Dioxide Ci 77891, Iron Oxides Ci 77499
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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