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Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Moisturiser for combination skin

Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Moisturiser

Average

  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for combination skin; other moisturizers fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 hydration for your combination skin, as glycerin and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid provide humectant benefits to plump and moisturize. The presence of tocopherol also offers antioxidant protection.
  • This formula is generally safe for your combination skin, with no harsh ingredients that would cause irritation.
  • While it provides good hydration, it does not specifically target oily shine as a primary concern.

How to apply

  • Use this moisturizer in your AM and PM routine every day to control shine. Always pair with SPF in the morning.
  • Apply this moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your morning SPF.
  • Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin and avoid harsh rubbing. Let it ⏳absorb for a minute.
  • Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help it lock in moisture better. This keeps your combination skin balanced.
  • Avoid the eye area when applying the moisturizer. Do a patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 2.4k+ reviews

This moisturizer is highly regarded by users with oily, combination, and sensitive skin for its lightweight, oil-free formula that hydrates without causing breakouts or irritation. Based on a very large amount of data, this should be definitely taken into account.

Highlights

  • Lightweight and fast Mostly Mentioned
    • “sinks in seconds”
    • “feels like water”
    • “disappears instantly”
  • Gentle and non-irritating Often Mentioned
    • “no stinging”
    • “calmed my redness”
    • “safe for acne-prone skin”
  • Non-greasy finish Often Mentioned
    • “no sticky residue”
    • “matte finish”
    • “doesn't look oily”
  • Good makeup base Sometimes Noted
    • “foundation sits perfectly”
    • “no pilling under makeup”
    • “great primer substitute”
  • Not enough moisture Sometimes Noted
    • “skin felt tight again”
    • “need to reapply often”
    • “not enough for winter”
  • Poor pump design Sometimes Noted
    • “hard to get last bit”
    • “pump stopped working”
    • “wasteful packaging”
  • Small bottle size Rarely Noted
    • “finished in 2 weeks”
    • “expensive for amount”
    • “tiny bottle”
  • Watery consistency Rarely Noted
    • “too runny”
    • “spills easily”
    • “feels like a serum”

Sources: lovi.care, hollandandbarrett.com, lookfantastic.com, superdrug.com, cetaphil.com, amazon.com, and more

Questions and answers

How well does Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Moisturiser work for combination skin?

Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Moisturiser is an average fit for combination skin, as it offers moderate moisture and antioxidant protection without harsh ingredients, though it does not target oily shine. A product for this skin needs ingredients that provide hydration and brightness while reducing oily shine, along with soothing agents, antioxidants, and a balanced pH that delivers moisture without excess oil.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

Which ingredients make this moisturizer a good fit for combination skin?

Glycerin, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, and sodium hyaluronate make this moisturizer a fit by drawing in moisture to plump your skin, while tocopherol helps provide antioxidant protection. To be a better fit for combination skin, a product of this type needs ingredients that also target oily shine and brighten the skin.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for combination skin?

Hyaluronic acid is a great fit for combination skin because it quenches dry areas with a boost of hydration while keeping oily zones balanced. Regular use helps smooth out fine lines and makes your skin feel soft and plump without causing irritation.

Dermatology and Therapy, 2021Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011

What does Glycerin do for combination skin?

Glycerin helps keep combination skin soft and smooth by pulling moisture in and keeping it there. It improves hydration and supports your skin barrier, which is unlikely to cause irritation.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Where does this moisturizer go in a skincare routine for combination skin?

This moisturizer goes in the morning and evening routine after your cleanser and toner or treatment. Combination skin needs a product that provides balanced hydration without making oily areas shiny.

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

You can use this moisturizer with retinol by applying it either before or after your retinol treatment to help reduce irritation. Using a moisturizer alongside active treatments is generally safe and helps keep the skin comfortable and hydrated.

Cutis, 2006

How often should I use this moisturizer?

You can safely apply this moisturizer twice a day as part of your morning and evening routine. This helps keep your skin hydrated and protected, though a product of this type for combination skin also needs ingredients that control oily shine.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021

Can this moisturizer clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?

This moisturizer is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for combination skin because it has a generally safe formula without harsh ingredients that cause irritation. However, since it does not specifically target oily shine, combination skin often needs a lightweight formula that also balances oil and controls shine.

Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2009

Can I use this moisturizer around the eyes or on my body?

You can use this moisturizer on your body and around the eyes, as it features a safe profile with gentle ingredients that are well tolerated. However, because skin in these areas can be thin or have unique needs, body skin often benefits from richer butters and oils, while the eye area may require targeted ingredients for firming or puffiness.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002

Is this moisturizer fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.

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 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
  • A preservative system containing 1,2-hexanediol and caprylyl glycol showed no delayed Type IV dermal sensitivity reactions in 200 subjects when tested as a 15% mixture in carbomer gel and in a cosmetic formulation.

    Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2009
  • 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
  • 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
  • Topical 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, 2025
  • Dermatological 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, 2021
  • Topical 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, 2024

Ingredients

Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Erythritol, Glycine Soja Oil, Homarine Hcl, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Pca, Tocopherol

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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