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b-pure Glow Up Toner for oily skin

High

  • SuperiorOily Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

A great choice for oily skin; a few toners 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

  • Excellent suitability for your oily skin is provided by niacinamide for seboregulation and sodium hyaluronate for humectant action, which are ideal for your skin type.
  • The formula offers moderate benefits for oily shine and oily skin due to the presence of niacinamide and ascorbic acid in concentrations that help control sebum and brighten the skin.
  • There are no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients, and the presence of soothing ingredients like watermelon fruit extract and chamomile recutita flower extract.

How to apply

  • Use your hydrating toner in your AM and PM routine every day to keep skin fresh.
  • Apply this product after cleansing and before your moisturizer or SPF.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the hydrating toner into your skin and let it absorb.
  • Apply the hydrating toner on slightly damp skin to help it absorb better.
  • Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your very first use.

People Say

★4.4Overall rating based on 100+ reviews

Based on limited data from 50+ reviews, users with dry and combination skin frequently praise this toner for its ability to deliver a "glass skin" glow and significant hydration at an unbeatable price point. Many consider it a close dupe for high-end alternatives. Some users with sensitive skin or fragrance aversion find the scent too strong and the finish slightly tacky.

Highlights

  • Incredible value Mostly Mentioned
    • “Beats high-end brands”
    • “Unbeatable price point”
  • High-end packaging Often Mentioned
    • “Love the glass bottle”
    • “Feels luxe and heavy”
    • “Packaging is 10/10”
  • Hydrating & glowy Often Mentioned
    • “Instant glass skin”
    • “Leaves face super dewy”
    • “Very hydrating for dry skin”
  • Effective dupe Sometimes Noted
    • “Total Glow Recipe dupe”
    • “Works just like the expensive version”
    • “Glow Recipe vibes”
  • Pleasant scent Sometimes Noted
    • “Smells like Jolly Ranchers”
    • “Fresh watermelon scent”
    • “Yummy fruity smell”
  • Hard to find Sometimes Noted
    • “Went to 4 stores”
    • “Always sold out”
    • “Hard to hunt down”
  • Sticky finish Sometimes Noted
    • “Feels a bit sticky”
    • “Tacky after application”
    • “Leaves a sticky film”
  • Breakout risk Rarely Noted
    • “Broke me out”
    • “Caused tiny bumps”
    • “Stung my sensitive skin”
  • Strong fragrance Rarely Noted
    • “Smell is too strong”
    • “Fragrance lingers too long”
    • “Smells like artificial candy”
  • Watery consistency Rarely Noted
    • “Very watery”
    • “Runs off my hand”
    • “Thinner than the original”

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Questions and answers

What makes b.pure Glow Up Toner a great fit for oily skin?

This toner is a great fit for your oily skin because niacinamide helps control oil while sodium hyaluronate draws in moisture without feeling heavy. It also includes vitamin C to brighten your complexion and soothing extracts that keep irritation unlikely.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for oily skin?

This toner is a great fit for your oily skin because niacinamide helps control oil while sodium hyaluronate provides lightweight moisture. Niacinamide and ascorbic acid also help brighten your skin and manage oily shine.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

What does Watermelon Extract do for oily skin?

Watermelon Extract helps balance oily skin by providing lightweight hydration and antioxidants without clogging pores. Because this product type is an average fit for your skin, an oily skin routine needs ingredients like salicylic acid or niacinamide to help control excess shine and keep pores clear.

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily skin?

Hyaluronic acid helps oily skin by reducing extra oil and sebum production without causing irritation. Clinical studies show it successfully balances oil levels while keeping the skin comfortable.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017

Where does it go in a skincare routine for oily skin?

This hydrating toner is used in the morning after cleansing and before your moisturizer and SPF. It helps add lightweight moisture and control oil without clogging pores.

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

You can use this hydrating toner with your retinol, applying it right after cleansing and before your retinol treatment. This helps keep your skin balanced and calm while you use your retinol.

How often should I use it?

You can use this toner daily in your morning routine after cleansing and before moisturizing. It is a great fit for your oily skin because it helps control excess shine while keeping your skin calm.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

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

This toner is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or cause purging for your oily skin because it lacks harsh or pore-clogging ingredients. Soothing ingredients like watermelon extract and chamomile help keep your skin calm.

Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).

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, 2002
  • A topical serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract improved skin color, elasticity, radiance, smoothness, scaliness, and wrinkles compared to the untreated contralateral side in fifty female volunteers.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
  • Coniferyl alcohol derived from seed watermelon promoted linoleic acid-stimulated lipogenesis by approximately 2.2-fold at 300 µM and increased total lipid content in SZ95 sebocytes compared to controls.

    Molecules, 2025
  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022
  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2003
  • Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.

    Journal of Periodontology, 2009
  • Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol Hydroxyacetophenone, Xanthan Gum, Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexyl-Glycerin, Niacinamide, Styrene Acrylates Copolymer, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium Edta, Parfum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Watermelon Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract Matricaria Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Carmine

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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