# iUnik Tea Tree Relief Toner for combination skin

**Lovi Fit: Average fit for combination skin.**
Combination Skin Fit: High · Effectiveness: High · Safety: High.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/combination-skin

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Singapore.

Brand: [iUnik](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/brands/iunik)
Category: [Toners](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/best/toners)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

Works for combination skin; other toners fit it better.

## Why this fit

- Offers moderate benefits for your combination skin, as Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Leaf Water and Centella Asiatica Leaf Water provide anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial actions to calm redness and irritation. Niacinamide also helps control sebum production and reduce pore appearance, addressing your oily shine.
- Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate offer basic hydration, supporting your skin's moisture balance without overwhelming it.
- The product is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing components.

## Fit by skin type

- [Oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/oily-skin): High
- [Dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/dry-skin): High
- [Combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/combination-skin): Average (this page)
- [Sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/sensitive-skin): High
- [Acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/acne-prone-skin): High
- [Skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/dark-spots): Average
- [Mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/mature-skin): Average
- [Dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/dry-sensitive-skin): Average
- [Oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/iunik/tea-tree-relief-toner/for/oily-acne-prone-skin): High

## Key ingredients

Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Leaf Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Allantoin

## What the research says

- Cosmetic 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, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/))
- Topical 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, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32310680/))
- Co-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, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37446936/))
- 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, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/))
- A 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, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/))
- Tea tree oil nanoemulsion containing adapalene gel demonstrated significantly greater reductions in total, inflammatory, and non-inflammatory acne lesions as well as acne severity index compared to adapalene marketed gel in 100 patients with acne vulgaris over 12 weeks. ([Archives of Dermatological Research, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34251536/))
- Topical 5% tea tree oil gel significantly improved total acne lesions and acne severity index compared to placebo in 60 patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris, showing 3.55 times and 5.75 times greater efficacy respectively. ([Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/))
- Moisturizer 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, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30945430/))
- Topical treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline. ([Experimental Dermatology, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503551/))
- Treatment with an asiaticoside-containing cream applied twice daily for 12 weeks significantly improved periorbital wrinkles in 65% of 27 female volunteers compared to a vehicle control cream. ([International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18452433/))
- Topical 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, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33103316/))
- Topical 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, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17882270/))
- Topical 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, 2005](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16029679/))
- The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31532576/))
- Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant. ([International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18498456/))
- Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects. ([Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22206073/))
- Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel. ([Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27475700/))
- A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo. ([Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/))
- An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment. ([Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29948103/))

## What reviewers say

This toner is highly favored by users with oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin for its ability to calm redness and soothe inflammation without causing irritation. While many appreciate its lightweight, watery texture and fast absorption for oil control, those with drier skin types often find it insufficiently hydrating on its own.

- Liked: Lightweight & fast-absorbing (mostly mentioned)
- Liked: Calms redness & inflammation (often mentioned)
- Liked: Gentle & non-irritating (often mentioned)
- Disliked: Not hydrating enough (often mentioned)
- Liked: Controls oil & sebum (sometimes noted)
- Liked: Refreshing feel (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Watery consistency (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Caused breakouts (rarely noted)
- Disliked: No visible results (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Scent dislike (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using your soothing toner 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin tolerates it.
- Apply your soothing toner after cleansing, and before your moisturizer or SPF.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the soothing toner into your skin. Let it absorb for a minute before moving to the next step.
- Apply the soothing toner on clean and slightly damp skin to help with absorption. This helps keep your skin feeling fresh and balanced.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use.
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/25abe7eb181ba53153fd15de2058c2a9.mp4

## Questions and answers

### How well does iUnik Tea Tree Relief Toner work for combination skin?

iUnik Tea Tree Relief Toner works decently for combination skin, helping to calm redness and control oily shine with tea tree water and niacinamide while providing light hydration. However, a soothing toner for this skin type needs stronger, highly suitable ingredients that manage oily shine more effectively and provide deeper, balanced moisture without any risks.
Sources: [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for combination skin?

Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Leaf Water and Centella Asiatica Leaf Water help calm redness and irritation, while Niacinamide helps control oily shine. Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide basic hydration to support your skin's moisture balance. For a better fit, combination skin needs products that provide highly suitable soothing ingredients, excellent benefits for managing oily shine without irritation, and optimal hydration.
Sources: [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### What does Tea Tree Leaf Water do for combination skin?

Tea Tree Leaf Water helps calm angry red spots and balances oily areas without making dry spots feel tight. This ingredient is generally well tolerated and may help clear up blemishes for combination skin.
Sources: [The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12452873/), [Clinical Pharmacology, 2018](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/)

### What does Centella Asiatica Leaf Water do for combination skin?

Centella asiatica leaf water helps calm combination skin, keeping it smooth while supporting your skin barrier. It helps reduce redness and brings back moisture without making oily spots feel heavy.
Sources: [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/), [Molecules, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37446936/)

### Where does this toner go in a skincare routine for combination skin?

This soothing toner goes after cleansing in the morning and evening routine for combination skin. It helps calm redness, control oily shine, and provide basic hydration without overwhelming the skin. To achieve an even better fit for this skin type, a product needs stronger oil-balancing ingredients and deeper, lightweight hydration.
Sources: [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/), [Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/)

### Can I use this toner with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this toner alongside a retinol product by applying the toner first to damp skin and following with your retinol once it absorbs. This helps hydrate and calm your face, which may lower the risk of dryness and irritation from stronger treatments. Combination skin of this type needs a balanced routine with lightweight hydrators and oil-controlling ingredients like niacinamide and Centella asiatica to keep pores clear and skin smooth.
Sources: [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### How often should I use this toner?

You can use this toner daily in your morning routine to help calm redness and manage oily shine without overwhelming your skin. This type of product needs soothing plant waters and lightweight hydrators like glycerin to balance combination skin effectively.
Sources: [International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31461548/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?

This toner is unlikely to cause breakouts for combination skin, as it is generally safe and free of harsh ingredients that typically trigger irritation. However, combination skin often needs targeted ingredients like Niacinamide and lightweight hydrators to properly balance oily shine and dryness without clogging pores.

### Is this toner fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

## Alternatives for combination skin

- [belif Problem Solution Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/belif/problem-solution-toner/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — S$32.75 at YesStyle
- [COSRX Cica Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/cosrx/cica-toner/for/combination-skin) — High fit — S$21.10 at YesStyle
- [Dr.G R.E.D Blemish Clear Soothing Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/dr-g/r-e-d-blemish-clear-soothing-toner/for/combination-skin) — High fit — S$30.77 at YesStyle

## Pairs well with

- Cleanser: [Fresh Soy Face Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/fresh/soy-face-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — S$30.00 at Amazon
- SPF: [CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/cerave/am-facial-moisturizing-lotion-spf-30/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — S$28.72 at Amazon
- Pre-Cleanser: [Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/p/shu-uemura/ultime8-sublime-beauty-cleansing-oil/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — S$70.21 at Amazon

## Where to buy

- Amazon.sg: S$25.61 (https://www.amazon.sg/dp/B07NNQ85BQ?tag=lovi-care-web-product0e-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- YesStyle: S$20.55 (https://www.yesstyle.com/en/iunik-tea-tree-relief-toner-200ml-200ml/info.html/pid.1065077577?curr=SGD&rco=SG)
Prices checked 13 Oct – 5 Nov 2026.

## Ingredients

Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Leaf Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Medicago Sativa Extract, Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract, Wheat Extract Germ Extract, Brassica Campestris Extract, Leuconostoc Radish Seed Extract, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Licorice Root Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Extract Resin, Perilla Frutescens Leaf Extract, Yucca Schidigera Root Extract
## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this fit score: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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