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INNBEAUTY PROJECT Extreme Cream for sensitive skin

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INNBEAUTY PROJECT Extreme Cream

Average

  • HighNormal Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for sensitive skin; other moisturizers fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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 excellent moisturizing for your normal skin due to squalane and glycerin, which hydrate and enhance barrier resilience without being overly occlusive. While it provides general skincare benefits, it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target your redness and irritation concerns.
  • The formulation includes soothing ingredients like Bisabolol and Allantoin, which are beneficial for sensitive skin and contribute to a gentle overall experience.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your sensitive skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.

How to apply

  • Use this soothing AM and PM routine every day to keep your normal skin calm. Always remember to apply SPF in the morning after your moisturizer.
  • Apply your moisturizer after your toner in the morning, and after your serum in the evening. This step locks in hydration and protects your skin.
  • Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer evenly across your face. Avoid rubbing to keep your sensitive skin happy and calm.
  • You can apply this gentle formula on dry or slightly damp skin for the best comfort. It works wonderfully on clean skin to soothe redness and irritation.
  • Do a patch test before your very first use to check your skin's reaction. Avoid getting the product directly into your eyes .

People Say

★4.8Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, this rich moisturizer is widely celebrated by users with dry, mature, or sensitive skin for its ability to deliver immediate hydration and a "glassy" glow. Many report visibly plumper skin and softened fine lines. A minority of users with oily skin find the texture too heavy or greasy for daytime use.

Highlights

  • Hydration and glow Mostly Mentioned
    • “gives a glassy skin finish”
    • “skin looks instantly plumper”
    • “banished my dry patches”
  • Rich texture Mostly Mentioned
    • “melts into the skin”
    • “thick and dreamy formula”
    • “feels expensive and silky”
  • Non-irritating formula Often Mentioned
    • “gentle enough for sensitive skin”
    • “no stinging with the bio-retinol”
    • “soothing on my barrier”
  • Firming and anti-aging Sometimes Noted
    • “softened my fine lines”
    • “skin feels tighter and lifted”
    • “noticeable difference in bounce”
  • Refillable packaging Sometimes Noted
    • “love the eco-friendly refill system”
    • “beautiful glass jar”
    • “easy to swap pods”
  • Deceptive packaging Sometimes Noted
    • “huge jar but tiny refill”
    • “misleading amount of product”
    • “lots of wasted plastic space”
  • Too heavy Sometimes Noted
    • “sat on top of my skin”
    • “made me look oily by noon”
    • “too thick for acne-prone skin”
  • Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “woke up with whiteheads”
    • “clogged my pores”
    • “caused deep cystic acne”
  • Makeup issues Rarely Noted
    • “caused my foundation to slide”
    • “pilled under my sunscreen”
    • “too slippery for makeup prep”
  • Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
    • “smells like cooking oil”
    • “weird herbal scent”
    • “has a funky earthy smell”

Sources: lovi.care, innbeautyproject.com, sephora.com, skinsort.com, reddit.com, byrdie.com, and more

Questions and answers

How well does INNBEAUTY PROJECT Extreme Cream work for sensitive skin?

This cream works for sensitive skin, though other products fit it better because it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target redness and irritation. To fit sensitive skin well, a moisturizing treatment of this type needs fermented Centella Asiatica, Cica Ceramide, and nourishing oils.

Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for sensitive skin?

Bisabolol and allantoin make this cream a good fit for sensitive skin by helping calm the skin for a gentle overall experience. To be a better fit for sensitive skin, a moisturizing treatment of this type needs specialized ingredients that directly target redness and irritation, such as fermented Centella Asiatica, cica ceramide, and nourishing oils.

What does Bio-Retinol do for sensitive skin?

Bio-Retinol helps smooth and firm sensitive skin while keeping it calm and comfortable without irritation. This ingredient may improve wrinkles and texture just like traditional retinol, but with a much lower chance of stinging or redness.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2020

What does Heptapeptide-7 do for sensitive skin?

Heptapeptide-7 is unlikely to irritate sensitive skin and helps keep it calm. This ingredient supports skin comfort and reduces the chance of redness.

Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?

This moisturizing treatment goes in the evening routine after your soothing toner and before your moisturizer. It is unlikely to irritate sensitive skin because it lacks harsh ingredients and includes soothing components. However, a product for sensitive skin with redness needs targeted calming ingredients and barrier-strengthening ceramides.

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

You can use this cream alongside retinol, applying it after your retinol treatment to help keep your skin calm and moisturized. Using a moisturizer with ceramides and soothing ingredients supports your skin barrier when using strong actives, which may reduce dryness and irritation.

Cutis, 2006Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012

How often should I use this cream?

You can use this moisturizing treatment twice daily as part of your routine. Daily application helps improve skin moisture and barrier function.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021

Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?

This cream is unlikely to cause breakouts for sensitive skin, though some reviewers have reported mild issues with clogged pores. Its formulation avoids harsh ingredients and features soothing components that help maintain a very safe profile.

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

You can use this moisturizing treatment around the eyes and on the body because it is very safe and well-tolerated. However, because the skin around the eyes is exceptionally thin, a product of this type needs extra soothing and strengthening ingredients to properly care for that delicate area.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002

Is this cream 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

Why other moisturizers fit sensitive skin better

Ingredients

Water, C13-15 Alkane, Squalane, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate, Bisabolol, Coco-Caprylate Caprate, Glycerin, Magnesium Sulfate, Panthenol, Glyceryl Behenate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Heptapeptide-7, Acetyl Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Amide Acetate, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Ceramide Np, Tremella Fuciformis Extract Mushroom Extract, Allantoin, Rice Bran Oil, Arginine, Glycosphingolipids, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Tetraacetylphytosphingosine, Polyglyceryl-6 Octastearate, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Carnosine, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Quaternium-90 Bentonite, Mica, Triethyl Citrate, Zinc Stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gluconolactone, Calcium Gluconate, Hydroxyacetophenone

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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    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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