Beauty of Joseon Bubble Toner for dry skin
Green Plum
Glycolic Acid
Honey Extract
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Chlorella Vulgaris ExtractAverage
- AverageDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
Works for dry skin; other toners fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, 2021
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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
- Offers moderate suitability for your dry skin, as glycerin and rice bran water provide general hydration, but it lacks sufficient emollient and occlusive ingredients for optimal moisture retention.
- The glycolic acid offers excellent exfoliation for smoothing texture, which can benefit dry or flaky skin by removing dead skin cells.
- The product is generally safe for your dry skin, though the presence of glycolic acid carries a slight risk of irritation.
How to apply
- Use your exfoliating toner as part of your PM routine once a week to start. If your skin is happy, you can slowly use it more often.
- Apply this exfoliating toner right after your cleanser and before your moisturizer. This keeps your skin care steps in the right order.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliating toner into your skin with your hands. Let it soak in for a minute before the next step.
- Put the exfoliating toner on clean and dry skin to help it work best. Avoid rubbing so your face stays calm and happy.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the sensitive eye area.
People Say
★4.1Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsUsers frequently praised the unique foam-to-liquid texture for being fun to use and gentler than typical exfoliating toners, with the Green Plum variant noted for smoothing texture and the Pure Cloud for soothing hydration. A significant number of reviewers complained about a sticky or tacky film left on the skin after absorption, and the product has since been reformulated into a standard liquid toner due to these texture and dispenser issues.
Highlights
Unique bubble texture Mostly Mentioned
- “fun to apply”
- “soft cloud-like foam”
- “lightweight bubbles”
- “absorbs quickly”
Gentle exfoliation Often Mentioned
- “skin texture improved”
- “smoother forehead”
- “gentle daily exfoliator”
- “pores appear smaller”
Hydrating and soft Often Mentioned
- “felt hydrated”
- “no tight feeling”
- “moisturizes nicely”
- “skin felt soft”
Discontinued product Often Mentioned
- “hard to find”
- “old packaging”
- “discontinued”
- “replaced by liquid version”
Sticky residue Often Mentioned
- “formed a film”
- “sticky finish”
- “tacky feeling”
- “shiny layer”
Brightening and glow Sometimes Noted
- “nice sheen”
- “glowy and dewy”
- “skin looks brighter”
- “healthy radiance”
Mild irritation Sometimes Noted
- “sting a little bit”
- “slight tingling”
- “aggravated my skin”
- “redness upon contact”
Dispenser issues Rarely Noted
- “pump dispensed too much”
- “hard to control”
- “messy application”
- “applicator didn't work well”
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Questions and answers
How well does Beauty of Joseon Bubble Toner work for dry skin?
This toner works moderately well for dry skin because it helps smooth texture and provides general hydration, though it carries a slight risk of irritation. Because it lacks rich, sealing moisture ingredients, a dry skin routine needs soothing, deeply hydrating ingredients and protective barrier builders like aloe, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides.
Which ingredients make this toner a good fit for dry skin?
Glycerin and rice bran water make this toner a good fit by providing general hydration, while glycolic acid smooths texture by removing dead skin cells. However, dry skin needs products with rich soothing oils and heavy moisturizing creams to lock in that hydration and prevent moisture loss.
What does Green Plum do for dry skin?
Green plum helps provide antioxidant support to dry skin, though this specific type needs added moisturizing ingredients to keep skin soft and smooth.
What does Glycolic Acid do for dry skin?
Glycolic acid helps smooth and soften dry skin by speeding up the shedding of older surface cells. Because it can also cause the skin to lose more moisture, dry skin needs extra hydrating ingredients like glycerin or hyaluronic acid alongside it to keep the skin comfortable.
Where does it go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This exfoliating toner goes in the evening routine, starting at once a week so your dry skin can adjust safely. Because it lacks rich softening and sealing ingredients to lock in moisture, dry skin of this type needs added rich moisturizers and nourishing oils to keep it smooth and comfortable.
Can I use this toner with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this toner with retinol, but apply them on different nights or times to avoid too much irritation on dry skin. Use this exfoliating toner first to sweep away dead skin cells, and follow with your moisturizer to keep your skin calm and soft.
How often should I use it?
Start using this exfoliating toner once a week, and if your skin tolerates it well and shows good results, you can carefully use it more often. The glycolic acid helps smooth texture by removing dead skin cells, but it also carries a slight risk of irritation on dry skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Can this toner clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This toner is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on dry skin, though the exfoliating ingredient may cause mild irritation. Because it removes dead skin cells to smooth rough spots, it can help flaky skin, but dry skin needs richer ingredients and heavy moisturizers to lock in hydration.
Is it 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, 2017Prunus mume ripened seed extract protects against ultraviolet-induced skin aging in mice and human HaCaT cells by increasing SIRT1 and collagen levels while decreasing MMP-1, MMP-13, and ROS generation compared to untreated ultraviolet-exposed controls.
Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, 2021The novel compound FA-1 isolated from Prunus mume protects human bronchial epithelial cells and keratinocytes from cigarette smoke extract-induced DNA damage and apoptosis by reducing oxidative stress and augmenting ALDH isozymes and DNA repair proteins.
Scientific Reports, 2018Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2000Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2017Honey-based dressings reduced mean healing duration, length of hospital stay, and VAS pain scores compared with povidone iodine-based dressings in 1236 participants.
Journal of Wound Care, 2021Topical honey application improved the mean duration of attacks and pain, occurrence of crusting, and healing time compared to acyclovir cream in 16 adult patients with recurrent labial and genital herpes lesions.
Medical Science Monitor, 2004Enzyme-modified ginseng extract cream significantly reduced the global photo-damage score and various roughness measures including total roughness, smoothness depth, and arithmetic roughness average compared to placebo in 23 human subjects.
Rejuvenation Research, 2015A red ginseng hydrogel formulation with 1,2-hexanediol promoted selective growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and decreased Cutibacterium acnes in 20 female subjects.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2022A 1% fermented black ginseng cream significantly reduced eye wrinkles and brightened skin color in twenty-three human subjects compared to control cream and baseline.
Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health. Part A, 2020Lipid extracts of Chlorella vulgaris and Arthrospira platensis protect Normal Human Dermal Fibroblasts against UVA-induced oxidative stress and 2-propanol-induced IL-6 expression in vitro.
Food Science and Technology International = Ciencia Y Tecnologia de Los Alimentos Internacional, 2026Oral and topical administration of ROQUETTE Chlorella sp. at higher doses significantly reduced skin inflammation scores and improved the healing process and duration of skin wounds in mice compared to untreated models.
Anti-inflammatory & Anti-allergy Agents in Medicinal Chemistry, 2014Resilient factor (RF, an aqueous extract fraction of Chlorella) suppressed PMA- and UVB-induced MMP1 production, protein, and gene expression, prevented UVB-suppressed elastin protein, and increased pro-collagen mRNA expression in human skin fibroblasts compared to untreated controls.
European Journal of Dermatology, 2008
Why other toners fit dry skin better
Topical application of a 6% green tea extract formulation increased skin moisture, enhanced skin elasticity, and improved skin microrelief by reducing roughness in 24 volunteers compared to vehicle and control over 30 days.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2013Gluconolactone treatment significantly increased facial skin hydration in 16 healthy women, with no significant differences between 10% and 30% solutions.
Skin Research and Technology, 2021
Ingredients
Water, Prunus Mume Fruit Water, Glycolic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Rice Bran Water, Honey Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Glycerin, Propanediol, Tromethamine, Sodium Pca, Glucose, C12-14 Pareth-12, Butylene Glycol, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Tocopherol, Ethyl Hexanediol
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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