CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion for oily skin
Ceramide Np
Niacinamide
Sodium Hyaluronate
Ceramide 6 Ii- Ceramide 1
Average
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
Works for oily skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 moisturizing for your oily skin, as glycerin and sodium hyaluronate provide hydration, while niacinamide helps with seboregulation.
- While the formula offers general skincare benefits, it does not directly address your primary concern of oily shine due to a lack of stronger oil-controlling ingredients.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine every day to keep your face fresh.
- Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and toning, but right before your SPF in the morning.
- Gently press a small amount into your skin and let it absorb fully.
- Apply on clean, slightly dry skin to help control that oily shine.
- Avoid the eye area and do a quick patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 60.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this lightweight, oil-free lotion is highly regarded for its ability to repair the skin barrier and calm redness, making it a favorite for those with acne-prone or oily skin. Most users experience softer, hydrated skin without irritation. A small number of users report breakouts or a burning sensation.
Highlights
Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
- “sinks in really nicely”
- “leaves no oily residue”
- “perfect for oily skin”
- “feels like nothing on”
Gentle formula Often Mentioned
- “doesn't sting my eyes”
- “great for sensitive skin”
- “no fragrance is a plus”
- “super gentle”
Repairs barrier Often Mentioned
- “healed my moisture barrier”
- “reduced redness overnight”
- “soothed my irritated skin”
Hydrating and soft Sometimes Noted
- “skin feels so soft”
- “plumps up my skin”
- “woke up with glowing skin”
- “keeps flakes away”
Not hydrating enough Sometimes Noted
- “not enough for dry skin”
- “need to apply layers”
- “skin felt tight later”
- “too light for winter”
Small packaging Sometimes Noted
- “bottle is tiny”
- “runs out too fast”
- “wish it came in a tub”
- “expensive for the size”
Burning sensation Rarely Noted
- “burned my face”
- “stung upon application”
- “turned my face red”
- “felt hot and itchy”
Causes breakouts Rarely Noted
- “gave me cystic acne”
- “clogged my pores”
- “caused tiny whiteheads”
- “worst breakout of my life”
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Questions and answers
How well does CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion work for oily skin?
This moisturizer works reasonably well for oily skin by offering moderate hydration and helping control shine, though it lacks stronger oil-controlling ingredients. To fit oily skin better, a product needs lightweight textures, ingredients that support the skin barrier, and a lack of heavy oils.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?
Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate hydrate your oily skin, and niacinamide helps balance oil. A product of this type needs peptides, light hydrating agents, and ingredients that support the skin barrier while keeping a lightweight texture without heavy oils.
What do Ceramides do for oily skin?
Ceramides help keep oily skin balanced by strengthening the skin barrier and locking in moisture without feeling heavy. They are unlikely to clog pores and may help calm irritation, making them a good fit if your skin is both oily and prone to breakouts.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2008Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
What does Niacinamide do for oily skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oily skin by significantly reducing excess oil production and shine. It is well tolerated and may improve skin texture without clogging pores.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Antioxidants, 2021
Where does it go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
Apply this moisturizer in the morning after your toner and before your sunscreen, and use it at night as the final step after your treatment. While it provides moderate hydration and helps manage oil, oily skin needs stronger oil-controlling ingredients to properly target excess shine.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this moisturizer with retinol by applying the retinol first and following it with the moisturizer to help keep your skin comfortable and protected. Studies show that using a barrier-restoring moisturizer alongside retinoids is safe and helps reduce dryness and irritation.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizing treatment daily as part of your morning and evening routine to help keep your skin hydrated. Daily application of moisturizers is unlikely to cause issues and typically improves skin moisture and barrier function.
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This lotion is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily skin, though some reviewers have reported minor breakouts. Oily skin works best with lightweight formulas that include stronger oil-controlling ingredients to keep shine at bay.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this moisturizing treatment around your eyes and on your body, but it is best suited for areas with normal to dry skin rather than the naturally thinner skin around the eyelids. Because body and eye areas need lightweight hydration and strong barrier support, formulas with glycerin and ceramides are ideal.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl 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, 2017Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005Topical 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, 2011Topical 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, 2022Treatment 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
Why other moisturizers fit oily skin better
A panthenol-enriched mask improved skin hydration, regulated sebum, and reduced redness and TEWL across dry sensitive, oily sensitive, and oily acne skin subgroups with excellent tolerance and no adverse reactions.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceramide Np, Ceramide 6 Ii, Ceramide 1, Phytosphingosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Dimethicone, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Ceteareth-20, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Disodium Edta, Dipotassium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
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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