COSNORI Whitening Dress Tone-up Cream for combination skin

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- HighCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for combination skin; a few products 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
- Highly suitable for your combination skin, niacinamide helps control sebum and improve texture, while glycerin provides essential hydration to balance both oily and dry areas.
- The moderate concentration of niacinamide also offers brightening and evening of skin tone, enhancing your skin's overall radiance.
- The formula is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 36.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently praise this cream for its ability to instantly brighten dull complexions and even out skin tone with a natural, "no-makeup" finish that doesn't look ashy. It is celebrated for its lightweight, non-sticky texture that works well on sensitive skin, though those with dry skin types often note it requires a well-moisturized base to prevent clinging to dry patches.
Highlights
Natural brightening Mostly Mentioned
- “complexion look about two tones lighter”
- “perfect for a bare-faced look”
- “natural brightening effect that I love”
Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
- “lotion-like soft texture”
- “non-sticky finish”
- “blends easily and provides hydration”
Long-lasting wear Sometimes Noted
- “effect lasts all day”
- “water and sweat proof”
- “doesn't smudge on the mask”
Versatile application Sometimes Noted
- “use it on your elbows, armpits”
- “mix it with foundation”
- “lighten up makeup products”
Clings to dry patches Sometimes Noted
- “emphasize flaky patches”
- “dry out the skin”
- “settle into fine lines”
Potential white cast Sometimes Noted
- “unnatural grey or white cast”
- “makes your skin whiter”
- “strongest tone-up... need small amount”
Separation on oily skin Rarely Noted
- “separation where I'm oiliest”
- “lifting around the cheek area”
- “clumpy... doesn't absorb smoothly”
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Questions and answers
What makes COSNORI Whitening Dress Tone-up Cream a great fit for combination skin?
COSNORI Whitening Dress Tone-up Cream is a great fit because niacinamide helps control sebum and smooth texture while glycerin provides essential hydration to balance both oily and dry areas. The formula also brightens and evens skin tone for a radiant look, and it is safe for combination skin without risks of irritation from harsh ingredients.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for combination skin?
Niacinamide helps control sebum and balance your skin while brightening your tone, and glycerin provides essential hydration to keep both oily and dry areas feeling smooth. These ingredients make the formula safe and well tolerated for your skin type without causing irritation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Niacinamide do for combination skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oily areas by reducing excess shine and pore size while keeping dry patches hydrated and smooth. It also works to calm redness and even out skin tone, making it very suitable for combination skin.
What does Cherry Blossom Extract do for combination skin?
Cherry blossom extract helps calm combination skin by reducing redness and irritation. It may also soothe sensitive areas while keeping the skin balanced.
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This tinted moisturizer goes on in the morning after your moisturizer and before your SPF. It is a great fit for your combination skin because niacinamide helps control oil and improve texture while glycerin hydrates dry areas.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream in the morning when your routine includes retinol at night. Using a hydrating moisturizer beforehand helps support your skin barrier and makes it easier to use retinol.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this cream every morning as part of your daytime routine after your moisturizer and SPF. Regular daily use helps keep your combination skin balanced and bright without irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This cream is a great fit for your combination skin and is unlikely to clog pores or cause irritation. Niacinamide helps control sebum while glycerin provides balanced hydration without harsh ingredients.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Is this cream 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, 2017Niacinamide significantly decreased hyperpigmentation and increased skin lightness compared with vehicle alone after 4 weeks of use in women by inhibiting melanosome transfer.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Topical 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, 2021Topical 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, 2005Topical 2% niacinamide significantly decreased sebum excretion rate in Japanese individuals and casual sebum levels in Caucasian individuals compared to placebo or baseline.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Cherry blossom extract reduced nitric oxide production by 31.83% in vitro and decreased visual scores and erythema values compared to placebo in volunteers with sodium lauryl sulphate-induced skin irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2014Cherry blossom extract at 1, 10, and 100 μg mL-1 increased type-I procollagen in UVB-irradiated normal human dermal fibroblasts by downregulating MAPK/AP-1 to reduce MMP-1 and MMP-3, upregulating TGF-βI/Smad, and facilitating Nrf2/ARE nuclear translocation.
Photochemistry and Photobiology, 2018Cherry blossom extract protects HaCaT cells from UVB-induced oxidative stress and apoptosis by reducing reactive oxygen species, malondialdehyde, DNA damage, and pro-apoptotic protein expression while increasing antioxidant enzyme activities and Bcl-2 expression.
Cytotechnology, 2019A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010Microfine titanium dioxide does not penetrate human skin when formulated in an oil-in-water emulsion with the pigment dispersed in the aqueous phase, compared to oily dispersions and liposomal encapsulation which allow deeper skin penetration.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2000Replacing microsized titanium dioxide and zinc oxide with nanoparticles in sunscreens eliminates opaqueness and alters UV protection balance while inducing (photo)cyto- and genotoxicity and penetrating viable skin layers during long-term exposures.
Nanotechnology, Science and Applications, 2011Microfine zinc oxide and titanium dioxide do not penetrate the stratum corneum of porcine skin in vitro, indicating that their use in sunscreens does not pose a health risk from internal exposure.
Toxicology in Vitro, 2006Curcumin-loaded polyglutamic acid and gum arabic electrospun nanofibers accelerated wound healing, increased TGF-beta1 and VEGF expression, reduced inflammatory factors, and enhanced re-epithelialization and tissue regeneration in a mouse model with acute full-thickness skin defects.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024Polyglutamic acid and polylysine composite hydrogels promote wound repair and hemostasis through high water absorption, bioadhesion, calcium ion-mediated coagulation factor activation, and inherent antibacterial properties in a deep skin defect model.
Macromolecular Bioscience, 2021
Ingredients
Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Butylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexandiol, Cetyl Peg Ppg-10 1 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Aluminium Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polyglutamic Acid, Lemon Peel Oil, Grapefruit Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil Lavender Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil Flower, Disodium Edta, Tocopheryl Acetate, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Usnea Barbata Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
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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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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