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MEDIHEAL Watermide Toner Pad for sensitive skin

High

  • SuperiorNormal Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for sensitive skin; a few toners fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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 normal skin is provided by glycerin and pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, which offer humectant action and barrier repair respectively, while Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate and Allantoin offer mild soothing effects for your redness and irritation.
  • The formula's sea water and glycerin provide excellent hydration, supporting overall skin health and comfort.
  • The product is safe for your sensitive skin, containing no harsh ingredients and including soothing components like Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate and Allantoin.

How to apply

  • Use your hydrating toner in both your AM and PM routines. Start 3 times per week and move to daily use if your skin feels good.
  • Apply your hydrating toner right after cleansing and before putting on your moisturizer or SPF.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the hydrating toner into your skin and let it absorb for a minute before the next step.
  • For sensitive skin, apply the hydrating toner on dry skin to keep it calm and comfortable.
  • Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the sensitive eye area.

People Say

★4.8Overall rating based on 200+ reviews

Users with dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin frequently praise these pads for their ability to provide immediate, deep hydration and a "glass skin" glow. The product is widely celebrated for its cooling and depuffing effects, making it a favorite for morning "mini-masking" to prep the skin for makeup and calm redness or heat.

Highlights

  • Intense hydration Mostly Mentioned
    • “Super hydrating”
    • “hydration fountain”
    • “drinks in benefits”
  • Cooling & depuffing Often Mentioned
    • “Cooling effect”
    • “depuffs face”
    • “refreshing sensation”
  • Thin, adherent pads Often Mentioned
    • “Second skin”
    • “cling perfectly”
    • “don't fall off”
  • Pads stick Often Mentioned
    • “Stick together”
    • “difficult to grab”
    • “need tweezers”
  • Generous essence Sometimes Noted
    • “Soaked in essence”
    • “doesn't dry out”
    • “plenty of product”
  • Versatile application Sometimes Noted
    • “Great for mini-masking”
    • “customizable fit”
    • “easy toner wipe”
  • Dries quickly Sometimes Noted
    • “Dries fast on face”
    • “evaporates quickly”
    • “thin nature”
  • Packaging issues Rarely Noted
    • “Box leaks”
    • “tweezers stiff”
    • “lid issues”
  • Scent disliked Rarely Noted
    • “Earthy smell”
    • “herbal medicine scent”
    • “strong fragrance”
  • Sticky finish Rarely Noted
    • “Slightly sticky”
    • “tacky residue”
    • “heavy finish”

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Questions and answers

What makes MEDIHEAL Watermide Toner Pad a great fit for sensitive skin?

MEDIHEAL Watermide Toner Pad is a great fit because it contains soothing ingredients like dipotassium glycyrrhizate and allantoin that calm redness and irritation. It also features glycerin and sea water to deliver deep hydration while keeping your skin safe and comfortable.

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

MEDIHEAL Watermide Toner Pad is a great fit for sensitive skin because it contains glycerin for deep hydration alongside soothing Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate and Allantoin that help calm redness and irritation. These gentle ingredients work together safely without harsh additives to keep your skin comfortable and well-hydrated.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

What does Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate do for sensitive skin?

Dipotassium glycyrrhizate helps calm redness and soothe irritation in sensitive skin. It is unlikely to cause irritation and works well to keep skin comfortable.

International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024

What does Allantoin do for sensitive skin?

Allantoin helps calm sensitive skin and keeps it comfortable by soothing irritation and reducing redness. It is frequently included in gentle face products because it has a very safe profile and supports the skin barrier well.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2022Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

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

This toner fits right after cleansing in both your morning and evening routines. It is a great fit for sensitive skin because it is safe and gentle, using ingredients that help calm redness and irritation while giving your skin a nice boost of hydration.

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

Yes, you can use this toner with retinol by applying it before your retinol step to keep your skin calm and hydrated. The product is safe for sensitive skin, containing no harsh ingredients and including soothing components like Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate and Allantoin.

How often should I use this toner?

This hydrating toner is a great fit for sensitive skin and is gentle enough to use daily in both your morning and evening routines. Its glycerin and sea water help keep your skin comfortable and well-hydrated without causing irritation.

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

This toner is a great fit for your sensitive skin and is unlikely to cause breakouts, clogging, or purging. The formula contains gentle, soothing ingredients like dipotassium glycyrrhizate and allantoin that help calm redness and irritation without heavy oils that trap debris.

Is this toner 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, 2017
  • A topical formulation containing panthenol, niacinamide, and dipotassium glycyrrhizate increased skin hydration by 74.1% and reduced transepidermal water loss by 13.5% at 28 days compared to baseline and untreated control in 35 individuals with xerosis.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026
  • Combining 755 nm alexandrite laser with topical licorice gel significantly reduces terminal hair counts compared to alexandrite laser with placebo in women with idiopathic hirsutism.

    Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015
  • Licochalcone A activated Nrf2 signaling, elevated cytoprotective enzymes, increased the reduced-to-oxidized glutathione ratio, and decreased reactive oxygen species in human fibroblasts and neutrophils, while a LicA-rich licorice extract lowered UVA-induced oxidative processes in vivo.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2015
  • Bioactive glycyrrhizic acid and oxymatrine ionic liquid self-assembled nanomicelles significantly promoted the transdermal permeation, subcutaneous retention, and anti-photoaging efficacy of palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 in cellular and animal models compared to unformulated peptide.

    Advanced Science, 2025
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Probiotic-derived lotion successfully reduced inflammatory acne lesion counts and erythema index comparably to 2.5% benzoyl peroxide in patients with mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris, while causing fewer side effects.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
  • Topical application of Lactobacillus plantarum-GMNL6 enhanced collagen synthesis and SPTSSA gene expression while reducing melanin synthesis, Staphylococcus aureus biofilm, and Cutibacterium acnes proliferation, leading to clinical improvements in skin moisture, color, spots, wrinkles, UV spots, and porphyrins in human volunteers.

    International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021
  • Lactobacillus plantarum extracellular vesicles modulated extracellular matrix related gene expression in vitro and suppressed wrinkle formation and pigmentation in clinical trials.

    Current Issues in Molecular Biology, 2022

Ingredients

Water, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Sodium Pca, Hydroxyacetophenone, Octyldodeceth-16, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Citrate, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Citric Acid, Disodium Edta, Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit, Glycerin, Sea Water, Myosotis Sylvatica Stem Extract Flower Leaf, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Abies Sibirica Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf, Pseudoalteromonas Extract Ferment, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Cetraria Islandica Extract, Mentha Aquatica Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Oil Flower, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Oil Flower Matricaria Oil Flower, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Caprylyl Glycol

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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