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Best serums and treatments for combination skin

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

What makes a good serum for combination skin

Serums with niacinamide, zinc PCA, and peach extract help control oily shine on the T-zone by regulating sebum production, while hyaluronic acid and glycerin provide hydration to balance dry cheeks.

Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006

Products are ranked for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. For a ranking based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

Lovi's ranking

Why we picked these. Niacinamide and hyaluronic acid balance oil production in the T-zone while delivering lightweight moisture to dry areas.

  1. 1
    Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum SuperiorAmazon$39.00

    Why we picked it. This treatment will help you manage oily shine by regulating sebum production with Niacinamide and providing hydration with multiple forms of Hyaluronic Acid to balance your combination skin.

  2. 2
    Beauty of Joseon Propolis + Niacinamide Glow Serum SuperiorAmazon$16.75

    Why we picked it. This treatment will help you manage oily shine with its blend of propolis and niacinamide, which also work synergistically to enhance your skin's radiance and texture.

  3. 3
    NEOGEN Dermalogy Real Niacinamide 15% Firming Serum SuperiorAmazon$28.88

    Why we picked it. This treatment will help you manage oily shine with Niacinamide and Zinc PCA, while also providing hydration suitable for your combination skin.

  4. 4
    SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic SuperiorAmazon$39.99

    Why we picked it. This treatment will help you manage oily shine with its potent antioxidant blend, featuring Ascorbic Acid and Ferulic Acid to brighten and protect your skin, while Tocopherol provides essential hydration for your combination skin.

  5. 5
    Dr. Dennis Gross Ferulic + Retinol Wrinkle Recovery Overnight Serum HighAmazon$72.32
  6. 6
    KraveBeauty Great Barrier Relief HighAmazon$29.00
  7. 7
    SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule HighAmazon$19.26
  8. 8
    Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum HighAmazon$85.00
  9. 9
    Dr. Ceuracle Tea Tree Purifine 95 Essence HighAmazon$21.00
  10. 10
    MISSHA The First Essence 5X HighAmazon$31.10
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Behind this ranking

Lovi ranks every product by its fit score, calculated 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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

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    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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