AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum for oily skin
Niacinamide
Squalane
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Glutathione
Rice Bran ExtractHigh
- HighOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for oily skin; a few serums fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 oily skin, niacinamide and glutathione work effectively to control sebum production and visibly reduce dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
- Sodium hyaluronate and calendula officinalis flower extract provide essential hydration and soothing benefits, complementing the brightening effects for overall skin health.
- The product is safe for your skin, with no reported risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh or prohibited ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but right before your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before applying the next product.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and you want to target oily shine. This helps control excess oil throughout the night.
- Avoid the delicate eye area and do a patch test before using the serum for the very first time.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 15.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this lightweight serum is highly recommended for acne-prone and sensitive skin, effectively calming redness and gradually fading post-acne marks without causing irritation. It also hydrates and brightens the complexion. Users should note that consistent, long-term application is necessary to see significant results on dark spots, and it may not be potent enough for older or deeper hyperpigmentation.
Highlights
Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
- “Beautiful gel-like texture”
- “Absorbs almost instantly”
- “Never feels sticky”
Fades acne marks Often Mentioned
- “Old acne marks fade”
- “Fades the dark spots really well”
- “Significant reduction in redness”
Gentle on sensitive skin Often Mentioned
- “Doesn't irritate”
- “Calmed my troubled spots”
- “No reaction”
Slow results Often Mentioned
- “Takes a while”
- “Not an overnight fix”
- “Slow and steady process”
Brightens complexion Sometimes Noted
- “Skin feels brighter”
- “Gives a healthy glow”
- “Overall complexion was healthier”
Layers well Sometimes Noted
- “Sits well under makeup”
- “No pilling”
- “Non-sticky finish”
Ineffective for old scars Sometimes Noted
- “Did nothing for hyperpigmentation”
- “Better for new scars only”
- “Not strong enough for melasma”
Breakouts (rare) Rarely Noted
- “Broke me out”
- “Caused closed comedones”
- “Gave me cystic-like welts”
Herbal scent Rarely Noted
- “Smells like rosemary”
- “Scent is too herbal”
- “Dislike the tea tree smell”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “Pump stops working”
- “Hard to get last drops”
- “Opaque bottle hides amount”
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Questions and answers
What makes AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum a great fit for oily skin?
This serum is a great fit for your oily skin because niacinamide and glutathione help control oil and fade dark spots, while sodium hyaluronate and calendula keep your skin hydrated and calm. It has a very safe profile and is unlikely to cause irritation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2014
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for oily skin?
This serum is a great fit for oily skin because niacinamide and glutathione help control oil and fade dark spots. Additionally, sodium hyaluronate and calendula officinalis flower extract provide lightweight hydration and keep skin calm without feeling heavy.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2014
What does Niacinamide do for oily skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oily skin by significantly reducing excess oil production and shine. It is well tolerated and may improve skin texture without clogging pores.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Antioxidants, 2021
What does Squalane do for oily skin?
Squalane helps keep oily skin soft and smooth without feeling heavy, though oxidized forms may sometimes trigger irritation. To work well for oily skin, this type of product needs lightweight, non-clogging ingredients that balance moisture without adding excess grease.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This serum is used in the evening routine after cleansing and toning, and before moisturizing. It is well-suited for oily skin because niacinamide and glutathione help control oil production and fade dark spots without irritation.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this serum with retinol by applying the serum first to calm your skin and control oil, followed by your retinol. This approach helps reduce potential irritation while keeping your skin hydrated and bright.
How often should I use this serum?
This serum is used in your evening routine, applying it once a day. Niacinamide and glutathione help control oil and fade dark spots safely.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2014
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This serum is a great fit for oily skin and is unlikely to cause breakouts, as it is free of harsh ingredients and contains niacinamide to help control oil. Breakouts are only rarely reported by reviewers.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Niacinamide 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 oxidized glutathione significantly decreases the skin melanin index and improves moisture content, smoothness, wrinkle formation, and elasticity compared to placebo in healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2014Topical 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, 2005Squalane at 0.005-0.015% counteracts UVA-induced oxidative stress, inflammation, and collagen metabolism inhibition while stimulating fibroblast migration in human dermal fibroblasts.
Molecules, 2025Plant-derived squalane protected human dermal fibroblasts against UVA-induced damage by counteracting ROS formation, suppressing apoptosis-related proteins p53, caspase-3, caspase-9, and PARP, and restoring the pro-survival p-Akt/mTOR pathway.
Antioxidants, 2025Topical application of a sea buckthorn fruit extract formulation significantly reduced skin sebum secretion in 10 healthy human volunteers compared to the control base over an 8-week period.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences, 2010Topical emulsions containing Hippophae rhamnoides and Cassia fistula plant extracts significantly reduced skin sebum contents compared to placebo in patients with grade I and grade II acne vulgaris.
Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii, 2014Topical application of a 5% Hippophae rhamnoides oil-in-water emulsion significantly improved skin hydration (p=0.0003) and transepidermal water loss (p=0.0087) compared to a placebo base formulation in 13 healthy male subjects over 84 days.
Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2014Glutathione amino acid precursors effectively increase cellular glutathione levels, reducing oxidative stress, ATP depletion, and DNA damage in human keratinocytes, clinical subjects, and ex vivo skin compared to controls.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2024Topical glutathione improves hyperpigmentation, reduces ultraviolet-induced erythema and wrinkles, decreases transepidermal water loss, and enhances antioxidant capacity.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2025RayGel reduced skin reaction severity with a lower average score of 93.7 compared to 123.3 for the placebo group in patients undergoing whole breast external-beam irradiation.
American Journal of Surgery, 2005Topical gel and cream formulations containing niosomes entrapped with rice bran bioactive compounds improved skin hydration, lightening, thickness, roughness, and elasticity in 30 human volunteers over 28 days compared to baseline.
Pharmaceutical Biology, 2012Gel and cream formulations containing rice bran bioactive compounds entrapped in niosomes increased in vitro antioxidant activity (ORAC values of 20-28 micromol TE/g versus 16-18 micromol TE/g for placebo), enhanced lipid peroxidation inhibition in human sebum by about 1.5 times, and improved in vivo human skin hydration by approximately 3 to 30% depending on the measurement technique.
Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, 2011Stirring Nukadoko fermented rice bran beds by hand leads to temporary settlement of microorganisms on human skin with quick shedding.
FEMS Microbiology Letters, 2023
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Propanediol, Erythritol, Butylene Glycol, Squalane, Rice Bran Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Acerola Fruit Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Chlorphenesin, Arginine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Glutathione, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Disodium Edta, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Allantoin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf
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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