Rodial Pink Diamond Instant Lifting Serum for combination skin
Diamond Powder
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate Ascorbic Acid
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanyl Palmitate
Average
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for combination skin; other serums 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
- This serum offers moderate firming and tightening effects for your combination skin, with ingredients like Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract and Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein providing these benefits while Glycerin and Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate help balance hydration and offer antioxidant protection.
- While the formula is generally safe and free from harsh irritants, it lacks targeted ingredients to address your primary concern of oily shine.
- The product is safe for your combination skin, as it contains soothing Punica Granatum Fruit Extract and avoids harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use your serum as part of your PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, and right before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute ⏳for it to soak in.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive.
- Always do a patch test before using the serum for the first time, and avoid the eye area .
People Say
★4.3Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, this serum is highly praised for providing an immediate, subtle glow and a smoother, firmer skin texture, making it a popular choice for those seeking a "lit-from-within" look. While it effectively hydrates and refines the complexion for most users, some report concerns regarding its high cost and potential for skin sensitivity.
Highlights
Provides instant glow Mostly Mentioned
- “It gives my skin a more firm, polished appearance.”
- “It gives a glowy look, which I love!”
- “The radiance it gave me really was very apparent.”
High price point Mostly Mentioned
- “The product is priced too high for a 30ml bottle.”
- “It is a bit expensive, and there are other products on the market that offer the same thing at a lower cost.”
- “At £125 a tube I expected miracles.”
Improves texture Often Mentioned
- “My skin looks noticeably smoother, brighter, and more refreshed.”
- “My face feels very like smooth, very unison.”
- “It instantly felt softer.”
Silky feel Often Mentioned
- “The texture is lightweight but still feels luxurious.”
- “It absorbs quickly without leaving any sticky or heavy feeling.”
- “It glides on in a sheer, smooth light layer.”
Works under makeup Sometimes Noted
- “I use it prior to makeup and it gives a glowy look.”
- “Ideal for busy mornings when you want your skincare to work quickly and seamlessly under makeup.”
- “Many makeup artists use glow-enhancing serums like this to create that expensive-looking skin finish.”
Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “Another factor to consider is that it has a strong aroma.”
- “I don't like the smell and that helps also not.”
- “The smell is different but it's not as strong as what I expected.”
Potential irritation Rarely Noted
- “I experienced hints of skin allergies for the first one week.”
- “Sodium extract... is harmful to the skin and can irritate in the long run.”
- “Irritation potential: medium/high.”
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Questions and answers
How well does Rodial Pink Diamond Serum work for combination skin?
This serum works moderately well for combination skin by helping firm and balance hydration, though other products fit it better because it lacks ingredients to manage oily shine. Combination skin needs ingredients like niacinamide, zinc PCA, and propolis to regulate oiliness and provide balanced hydration without excess oil.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for combination skin?
Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract and Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein help firm and tighten your combination skin, while Glycerin and Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate balance hydration and reduce oiliness. A treatment for this skin needs ingredients like niacinamide and zinc PCA to manage oily shine without causing irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Drug Research, 2017
What does Diamond Powder do for combination skin?
Diamond powder is generally used in skincare to give a smooth finish and a soft glow, but it does not directly target the balance needed for combination skin. To properly care for combination skin, a product of this type needs ingredients that hydrate dry areas while keeping oily zones calm and clear.
What does Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate do for combination skin?
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate helps keep oily areas clear by preventing sebum oxidation and reducing excess oil, while being gentle enough for dry spots. This makes it a good fit for combination skin, which typically benefits from antioxidants and balancing ingredients.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2005Drug Research, 2017
Where does it go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
Apply this treatment in the evening as part of your routine for combination skin. Lovi routines place treatments at night for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure, though this serum may also be used in the morning.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
How often should I use it?
You can use this treatment in the evening as part of your routine. Combination skin needs products with oil-absorbing ingredients and lightweight hydration to control shine while keeping your skin balanced.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This serum is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for your combination skin, as it has a safe formula that avoids harsh irritants and includes soothing pomegranate extract. However, because it lacks targeted ingredients for oily shine, combination skin often needs a product that includes oil-balancing ingredients like sodium ascorbyl phosphate and lightweight hydrators to properly control excess oil.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (benzyl alcohol, parfum, citronellol, and limonene).
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, 2017Combined ascorbyl palmitate and sodium ascorbyl phosphate treatment significantly reduced facial sebum secretions in healthy female volunteers compared to a placebo control over 90 days.
Drug Research, 2017Daily consumption of fermented pomegranate extract drinks and serums improved skin moisture, brightness, elasticity, and collagen density while reducing spots in healthy subjects compared to baseline.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Combined treatment with a micro-diamond and micro-gold topical serum and a 1064 nm picosecond Nd:YAG laser produced moderate clinical improvement and high participant satisfaction in 40% of participants for facial skin rejuvenation with minimal side effects.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Application of a cosmetic multiple emulsion containing vitamin C and wheat protein as well as a base formulation increased skin moisture in 11 human volunteers over four weeks, while producing no significant variations in skin sebum, pH, elasticity, melanin, or erythema.
Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2008The addition of polymers and hydrolysed proteins to model body wash cosmetics improves foaming properties, storage stability, and safety by reducing skin irritant potential, with the polyvinylpyrrolidone/hydrolysed wheat protein crosspolymer showing the strongest reduction effect.
Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2015A skincare regimen containing Macrocystis pyrifera ferment consisting of a cleansing foam, a serum, and a moisturizer decreases the visible effects of inflammation and aging while promoting healing and improving patient satisfaction.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Macrocystis pyrifera ferment-containing creams decrease visible inflammation and signs of aging while enhancing barrier resilience and recovery.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023Aqueous extracts from Macrocystis pyrifera and Durvillaea antarctica exhibited antiviral activity against acyclovir-sensitive and acyclovir-resistant HSV-1 and HSV-2, and topical formulations significantly reduced the severity and duration of HSV-1 skin lesions in an animal model compared to mock treatment and acyclovir.
Frontiers in Microbiology, 2020
Why other serums fit combination skin better
Niacinamide and ferulic acid incorporated in a stable multiple emulsion successfully reduced melanin, sebum, and skin erythema while improving skin elasticity and hydration in human skin compared to a placebo.
BioMed Research International, 2022A 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, Butylene Glycol, Hdi Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Mica, Glycerin, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Buteth-3, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Pvp, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Disodium Edta, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic Acid, Silica, Dimethiconol, Propylene Glycol, Tributyl Citrate, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanyl Palmitate, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Limonene, Diamond Powder, Ci 77891 Titanium Dioxide, Ci 17200 Red 33
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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