Evidence-based Efficacy
Significant improvement
14%
reduction in post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Other improvements
63%
reduction in bacterial infection
19%
reduction in pore area


Plant-based Ingredients and Origins
Full Ingredients
Clean Ingredients
Safety and efficacy are Skin Need’s commitment to you. Our ingredients are USP grade for highest purity, as well as sourced from USDA certified organic and ECO certified natural origins where available. All formulas are EWG and CosDNA - independent bodies for ingredient safety review - checked for safety as well as toxicology tested by SGS to ensure that there are no contraindications amongst ingredients in the formula.
Ingredient Safety Rating based on EWG and CosDNA Standards
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Ingredient | EWG ratings | CosDNA index | Formulation Notes |
---|---|---|---|
DI Water | |||
Glycolic Acid |
3
6
|
1
4
| Low - Moderate Hazard (SGS-tested safe % for exfoliation) |
Lactic Acid |
2
5
|
1
4
| Low - Moderate Hazard (SGS-tested safe % for exfoliation) |
Organic Mallow Extract |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Licorice Extract |
5
|
4
| Moderate Hazard (SGS-tested safe % for brightening) |
Organic Bearberry Extract |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
2
|
2
| Low Hazard |
Hyaluronic Acid |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Kojic Dipalmitate |
2
4
|
2
4
| Low - Moderate Hazard (SGS-tested safe % for whitening) |
Retinol |
1
9
|
9
| Low - High Hazard (SGS-tested safe %; not for pregnant use) |
Acetic Acid |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Salicylic Acid |
3
6
|
4
| Moderate - High Hazard (SGS-tested safe % for exfoliation) |

Compare with formulas of the same category
Skin Type
OIL, COMBO, NORMAL
|
Skin Type
ALL
|
Skin Type
COMBO, NORMAL, DRY
|
Skin Type
COMBO, NORMAL, DRY
|
Skin Type
ALL
|
Skin Problems
Congestion, Acne,
Hyperpigmentation,
Loss of Elasticity
|
Skin Problems
Hyperpigmentation,
Loss of Elasticity
|
Skin Problems
Loss of Elasticity
|
Skin Problems
Congestion,
Acne,
Hyperpigmentation,
Loss of Elasticity
|
Skin Problems
Congestion,
Acne
|
Actions
Regenerates,
Optimizes Routine
|
Actions
Brightens,
Evens Skin Tone
|
Actions
Antioxidizes,
Age prevention,
Moisturizes
|
Actions
Regenerates,
Brightens,
Clarifies
|
Actions
Oil Control,
Unclogs pores,
Antibacterial
|
Routine Step
PM only, After cleansing
|
Routine Step
AM and/or PM,
After water-based serum
|
Routine Step
AM and/or PM,
After water-based serum
|
Routine Step
PM only,
Thin layer before or after moisturizer
|
Routine Step
AM and/or PM,
After water-based serum
|
Use Tips
Not suitable for pregnant or nursing;
Not suitable for sensitive skin;
Use 1-2 a week as directed by a Skin Need skin consultant
|
Use Tips
Suitable to be used by sensitive skin;
Suitable to be used during for pregnant and nursing
|
Use Tips
Suitable for: sensitive, pregnancy, nursing. Use with care
|
Use Tips
Not suitable for pregnant or nursing;
Use every other day for sensitive skin;
For oil-prone skin, dilute with moisturizer
|
Use Tips
Suitable for: sensitive, pregnancy, nursing. Use with care;
Spot treat or dilute with water-based serum
|
Q&A
Do I need to wash off the product after use? What is the recommended skincare routine after using this product?
How often can I use the product? Can I use the product on areas other than the face?
Why is it packaged individually?
Why is the packaging dark-colored and the exfoliating pads in a pocket shape?