Shiseido Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Day Cream for acne-prone skin
Avobenzone
Glycerin
Tocopheryl Acetate
Caffeine
Curcuma Longa Extract RhizomeHigh
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for acne-prone skin; a few sunscreens fit it even better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 combination skin, the humectants glycerin and polyquaternium-51 hydrate drier areas without exacerbating oiliness.
- Camellia sinensis leaf extract and curcuma longa extract rhizome offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, providing moderate support for your acne and blemishes.
- The product is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Apply this moisturizing sunscreen AM every morning as the final step of your daily routine.
- Layer the moisturizing sunscreen after your moisturizer has fully absorbed, right before heading out into the sun .
- Smooth a nickel-sized amount of the moisturizing sunscreen evenly over your face, avoiding harsh rubbing.
- Apply the moisturizing sunscreen onto clean, dry skin to ensure even coverage and protection.
- Perform a patch test before first use and avoid direct contact with the eyes.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 2.2k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with dry and mature skin frequently praise this cream for its rich, deeply hydrating formula that visibly plumps skin and smooths fine lines. While many appreciate the dewy glow and added sun protection, those with oily or sensitive skin sometimes find the texture too heavy or the floral fragrance overpowering.
Highlights
Intense hydration Mostly Mentioned
- “keeps me hydrated all day”
- “skin feels plump”
- “great for winter dryness”
- “moisture lasts 24 hours”
Luxurious texture Often Mentioned
- “glides on smoothly”
- “rich but not heavy”
- “velvety feel”
- “silky application”
Added sun protection Sometimes Noted
- “love the SPF”
- “protection in one step”
- “saves a step”
- “good daily defense”
Radiant finish Sometimes Noted
- “gives a nice glow”
- “skin looks radiant”
- “dewy finish”
- “makeup sits well”
Visible smoothing Sometimes Noted
- “fine lines less visible”
- “skin looks smoother”
- “softens wrinkles”
- “improves texture”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “very expensive”
- “pricey for the size”
- “wish it was cheaper”
- “luxury price tag”
Strong floral scent Sometimes Noted
- “smell is overpowering”
- “strong chemical scent”
- “grandma perfume smell”
- “fragrance lingers”
Eye irritation Rarely Noted
- “burns my eyes”
- “eyes water”
- “stings near eyes”
- “irritating to eyes”
Greasy residue Rarely Noted
- “too greasy”
- “leaves an oily film”
- “shiny face”
- “heavy for summer”
Skin sensitivity Rarely Noted
- “caused breakouts”
- “skin felt burning”
- “redness appeared”
- “clogged pores”
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Questions and answers
What makes Shiseido Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Day Cream a great fit for acne-prone skin?
This cream is a great fit because ingredients like glycerin hydrate drier areas without adding oil, while camellia sinensis leaf and turmeric extracts help calm blemishes. It is also safe and unlikely to cause irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for acne-prone skin?
Glycerin hydrates your skin without making it oily, while camellia sinensis leaf extract and curcuma longa extract rhizome help calm blemishes and acne. The formula also has a safe profile with no harsh ingredients.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Avobenzone do for acne-prone skin?
Avobenzone protects acne-prone skin from UV rays that can worsen dark spots and inflammation, though it does not directly treat breakouts. To properly care for acne-prone skin, sunscreens should also feel light, clog-free, and non-greasy.
What does Glycerin do for acne-prone skin?
Glycerin helps keep acne-prone skin hydrated and calm without clogging pores or feeling heavy. It supports the skin barrier so it stays soft and smooth while handling everyday treatments.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008International Journal of Toxicology, 2019
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This cream goes in the morning routine right after a hydrating toner and before sunscreen. It helps hydrate drier areas while supporting acne-prone skin without causing irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream in the morning before your SPF, and apply your retinol in the evening routine. Using a moisturizer helps keep the skin barrier healthy and is unlikely to cause irritation when combined with active treatments.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this cream in the morning as part of your daily daytime routine. Its formula hydrates drier areas without adding extra oil while providing a safe fit for your skin.
Health Science Reports, 2021Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cream is a great fit for acne-prone skin because ingredients like glycerin hydrate drier areas without making oily spots heavier, while green tea and turmeric extracts help calm blemishes. It is unlikely to cause irritation or breakouts.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (sd alcohol 40-b and 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, 2017An anti-acne hydrogel containing Aloe barbadensis, Garcinia mangostana, and Camellia sinensis extracts showed superior antiacne and antiblotch activities compared to 1% clindamycin gel in sixty subjects with mild-moderate acne.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Topical sunscreen formulations containing caffeine combined with UV filters increased in vivo anti-UVB protection by approximately 25% and showed higher SPF values compared to caffeine-free sunscreen, while being well tolerated by the skin of healthy subjects.
Frontiers in Physiology, 2019Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Encapsulation of ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate and butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane in lipid microparticles significantly reduced their in vivo human skin penetration compared to nonencapsulated filters.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2011Microencapsulation of the BMDBM/HP-beta-CD complex in lipid microparticles significantly decreased the percutaneous penetration of the UV filter into the stratum corneum of human volunteers compared to the non-encapsulated sunscreen agent.
Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis, 2011Following human skin application of an O/W emulsion containing 2% BMDBM loaded in lipospheres, 15% of the sunscreen accumulated in the uppermost layers of the stratum corneum without remarkably modifying skin permeation compared to unencapsulated sunscreen.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2008The 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, 2020Ten 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, 2001Niacinamide/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, 2012Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024A topical antioxidant serum significantly reduced air pollution-induced skin pigmentation and proinflammatory gene expression ex vivo, and improved skin aging signs in 40 healthy adult females after 90 days of daily use.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022A topical cosmetic slimming product containing tetrahydroxypropyl ethylenediamine, caffeine, carnitine, forskolin and retinol significantly reduced body circumferences and improved skin aspect compared with placebo in 78 women over 12 weeks.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2011Caffeine gel combined with choline geranate showed high skin permeation capacity and superior clinical results in cellulite treatment compared to caffeine gel without ionic liquid.
AAPS PharmSciTech, 2021Caffeine stimulates metabolic activity in hair follicles and acts as an antioxidant through adenosine pathway interactions, showing potential as an effective and safe management option for hair loss despite current study limitations.
Molecules, 2025Topical application of curcumin or turmeric treats various skin conditions by leveraging antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2023Topical formulations of curcumin target oxidative damage and inflammation to improve wound healing in animal models.
Drug Discovery Today, 2017A curcumin-loaded spanlastic anti-aging gel utilizing formula F5 incorporated into 2% HPMC E50 demonstrated sustained release action, compatibility, and the ability to penetrate skin layers to a depth of about 112.5 um without signs of irritation.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2024
Ingredients
Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octinoxate, Octocrylene, Oxybenzone, Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Behenyl Alcohol, Sd Alcohol 40-B, Silica, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Isohexadecane, Sorbitol, Beheneth-20, Myristyl Myristate, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Erythritol, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Peg Ppg-14 7 Dimethyl Ether, Peg Ppg-17 4 Dimethyl Ether, Caffeine, Sapindus Mukorossi Peel Extract, Angelica Keiskei Stem Extract Leaf, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Junos Seed Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Eucheuma Serra Grateloupia Sparsa Saccharina Angustata Ulva Linza Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Curcuma Longa Extract Rhizome, Polyquaternium-51, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Ppg-17, Stearyl Alcohol, Beheneth-30, Alcohol, Carbomer, Cellulose Gum, Trisodium Edta, Hdi Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Sodium Citrate, Bht, Sodium Metaphosphate, Potassium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Ppg-3 Dipivalate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides
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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