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AXIS-Y skincare

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AXIS-Y is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2019 and owned by Asia Master Trade Co., Ltd..

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Skincare enthusiasts deeply appreciate AXIS-Y for its thoughtfully formulated serums, toners, eye products, sunscreens, and nourishing treatments centered around hero ingredients like niacinamide. Its products suit sensitive skin and dry sensitive skin best thanks to these gentle, restorative formulations. For targeted concerns, the standout offerings include the Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen for acne-prone skin, the PHA Resurfacing Glow Peel for skin with dark spots, and the Daily Purifying Treatment Toner for mature skin. Through regular application, its key ingredients work to significantly decrease hyperpigmentation and increase skin lightness.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

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People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 19.5k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise AXIS-Y for lightweight hydration, soothing redness, and gentle care for acne-prone and sensitive skin. The most common complaints are slow results on dark spots and a lack of potency for deep concerns.

Highlights

  • Glowing and effective exfoliating toners for acne control Mostly Mentioned
    • “leaves the skin glowing — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Toner”
    • “This toner cleared up my breakouts so quickly! — Daily Purifying Treatment Toner”
    • “It gently exfoliates without making my skin feel tight. — Daily Purifying Treatment Toner”
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “Beautiful gel-like texture — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum”
    • “absorbs quickly — Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment”
    • “Sits well under makeup — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum”
  • Gentle, soothing and non-drying serums for sensitive skin Mostly Mentioned
    • “hydrating ceramide capsules — Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment”
    • “Doesn't irritate — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum”
    • “no irritation — Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment”
  • Effective acne-clearing and mark-fading serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “Old acne marks fade — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum”
    • “reduces pimple size — Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment”
  • Gentle, soothing and lightweight toners Mostly Mentioned
    • “vaporizer is so pleasant — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Toner”
    • “absorbs quickly — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Toner”
    • “My skin feels soothed and calm after using this. — Daily Purifying Treatment Toner”
  • Brightening and smoothing serums with a glow Often Mentioned
    • “Fresh-faced glow — PHA Resurfacing Glow Peel”
    • “Baby smooth skin — PHA Resurfacing Glow Peel”
    • “Skin feels brighter — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum”
  • Slow or ineffective results Often Mentioned
    • “Takes a while — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum”
    • “Did nothing for hyperpigmentation — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum”
    • “minimal dark circle reduction, slow progress, not a miracle cure, maintenance only — Vegan Collagen Eye Serum”
  • Unpleasant or herbal scents Sometimes Noted
    • “smelled like rotten eggs — Mugwort Pore Clarifying Wash Off Pack”
    • “The tea tree smell is quite strong and medicinal. — Daily Purifying Treatment Toner”
    • “Smells like rosemary — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum”
  • Small quantities and high price points Sometimes Noted
    • “tiny bottle (10ml), finishes quickly, expensive for size, not enough product — Vegan Collagen Eye Serum”
    • “tiny bottle — Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment”
    • “finished in 3 weeks — Artichoke Intensive Skin Barrier Ampoule”
  • Packaging and dispenser issues Sometimes Noted
    • “pumps too much, hard to control, messy application, stiff pump — Vegan Collagen Eye Serum”
    • “Pump stops working — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum”
    • “spatula is too small — Mugwort Pore Clarifying Wash Off Pack”
  • Insufficient hydration, oily residues, and absorption issues Sometimes Noted
    • “need to layer it — Artichoke Intensive Skin Barrier Ampoule”
    • “expecting more hydrating effect — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Toner”
    • “feels like an oil layer — Dark Spot Correcting Glow Toner”

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Questions and answers

Is AXIS-Y good for oily skin?

Yes, AXIS-Y is good for oily skin. Lovi rates the Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen Superior for oily skin, while the Daily Purifying Treatment Toner and Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment rate High.

Is AXIS-Y worth it?

AXIS-Y is worth exploring for its gentle and fragrance-free selection, which includes popular options like the Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen rated Superior by Lovi for dry skin. Reviewers often mention its brightening and smoothing serums with a glow, though some note slow results or small quantities.

What are AXIS-Y's best products?

AXIS-Y's standout products include Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen and PHA Resurfacing Glow Peel, both of which achieve Superior fit levels across a wide range of skin types including sensitive and mature skin. Reviewers frequently mention that the brand's serums provide a bright, smooth glow while remaining gentle and soothing.

Which AXIS-Y moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The AXIS-Y moisturizer on this page for dry skin is Artichoke Intensive Skin Barrier Ampoule, for which Lovi rates Average fit for dry skin.

Does AXIS-Y cause breakouts?

AXIS-Y is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the AXIS-Y products on this page are formulated without fragrance and reviewers frequently mention gentle, soothing serums. Lovi rates the acne-prone skin fit for the Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen as Superior and for serums like the Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum as High.

Is AXIS-Y fragrance-free?

Yes, the AXIS-Y products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. Reviewers sometimes note unpleasant or herbal scents, but the range is entirely fragrance-free.

What are the key ingredients in AXIS-Y products?

The key ingredient featured across the AXIS-Y products on this page is niacinamide. Niacinamide helps reduce unwanted pigment and suppress dark spots in the skin.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

How do I build a AXIS-Y skincare routine?

To build an AXIS-Y routine for dry skin in the morning, start with a hydrating facial cleanser, apply Dark Spot Correcting Glow Toner, follow with Artichoke Intensive Skin Barrier Ampoule, and finish with Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen. In the evening, use an ultra hyalon cleansing cream, cleanser, PHA Resurfacing Glow Peel, and the same moisturizer. Once a week, add a collagen essential mask before the peel and moisturizer in your evening steps.

Where can I buy AXIS-Y, and how much does it cost?

AXIS-Y is available on its Lovi page with prices ranging from S$13.29 to S$32.66, with most products costing between S$14.17 and S$23.37 at stores in Singapore.

What are good alternatives to AXIS-Y?

Good alternatives to AXIS-Y include brands with similar skincare pages on Lovi such as SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea. Lovi rates SKIN1004 as Superior for dry skin, compared to High for the AXIS-Y routine.

AXIS-Y vs SKIN1004: which is better?

AXIS-Y rates Superior for sensitive skin, while SKIN1004 rates Superior for dry skin and sensitive skin. For dry skin, Lovi rates the AXIS-Y-focused routine High and the SKIN1004-focused routine Superior. For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates both the AXIS-Y-focused routine and the SKIN1004-focused routine as High.

Who owns AXIS-Y, and where is it from?

AXIS-Y is a Korean brand founded in 2019, owned by Asia Master Trade Co., Ltd..

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Is AXIS-Y cruelty-free?

Yes: PETA lists AXIS-Y as cruelty-free.

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Is AXIS-Y good for dry skin?

Yes, AXIS-Y is a good choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for dry skin. The AXIS-Y products on this page list no fragrance, and the brand features key ingredients like niacinamide to help improve skin quality.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Which AXIS-Y sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?

The Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen is the best sunscreen on this page for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates it Superior for sensitive skin.

Is AXIS-Y good for sensitive skin?

Yes, AXIS-Y is good for sensitive skin because the brand-focused routine for sensitive skin is rated Superior by Lovi. Additionally, the AXIS-Y products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Is AXIS-Y good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, AXIS-Y is a good choice for acne-prone skin with products like Spot The Difference Blemish Treatment and Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen offering high to superior fit levels. Lovi rates the AXIS-Y-focused routine for acne-prone skin as High.

Is AXIS-Y good for skin with dark spots?

Yes, AXIS-Y is a good option for skin with dark spots, as the AXIS-Y products on this page feature key ingredients like niacinamide. Lovi rates the Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen Superior for skin with dark spots, and the Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum High. Reviewers often mention that these serums provide brightening and smoothing effects with a glow.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Is AXIS-Y good for mature skin?

AXIS-Y is good for mature skin, as the AXIS-Y products on this page include options like the PHA Resurfacing Glow Peel and Vegan Collagen Eye Serum which have high fit levels for mature skin. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine for mature skin with strong overall support, while studies show that key ingredients like niacinamide help improve skin aging and pigmentation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Research behind AXIS-Y's key ingredients

Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its 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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