Skinfix barrier+ for combination skin
Glycerin
Niacinamide
Ceramide Np
Low
- LowCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A weak match for combination skin; the moisturizers alongside 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 moisturizing for your combination skin due to glycerin and hyaluronic acid, which hydrate and plump without targeting oil production.
- Ingredients like dimethicone and squalane provide emollient action that may overwhelm oily zones, and are not ideal for managing sebum regulation on your combination skin.
- The formula is safe for your combination skin, as it lacks prohibited or harsh ingredients that could cause irritation.
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
★4.5Overall rating based on 3.5k+ reviewsUsers frequently experience calmer, plumper, and more resilient skin. Some users find the texture rich yet non-greasy, though a moderate number report it can feel too heavy or greasy, and a few mention it may cause breakouts or has an unpleasant smell. The price is also noted as a moderate concern.
Highlights
Deeply hydrates skin Mostly Mentioned
- “instantly makes it feel soft, calm, and deeply moisturized”
- “my skin is more hydrated and smooth”
- “provides significant moisture and nourishment”
- “deeply hydrating face moisturizer”
Repairs skin barrier Often Mentioned
- “saved my trashed barrier”
- “restoring and strengthening the skin barrier”
- “healed my skin barrier”
- “strengthens your skin's barrier”
Soothes sensitive skin Often Mentioned
- “soothes my skin in a way that other facial creams could never”
- “didn't cause any irritation—just pure nourishment”
- “fragrance-free formula is perfect for sensitive skin”
Rich, non-greasy texture Sometimes Noted
- “rich and luxurious without feeling greasy”
- “lush creamy feel without a super heavy texture”
- “absorbs quickly, and works perfectly under makeup”
- “super rich without leaving skin greasy”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “price is high but I try to save it”
- “premium price point”
- “prices are relatively high compared with other brands”
Too heavy/thick Sometimes Noted
- “may feel too thick for humid environments”
- “too heavy for extremely oily or acne-prone skin”
- “excessively greasy... face is still incredibly greasy”
- “leaves a much greasier residue on my skin”
Causes breakouts Rarely Noted
- “started getting small pimples on my forehead”
- “broke me out”
- “I think it can clog pores”
- “new formula clogged my pores”
Unpleasant smell Rarely Noted
- “smelt off and dusty almost”
- “smelled absolutely rank”
- “never experienced that smell from this product before”
- “I hate the smell”
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Questions and answers
Why is Skinfix Barrier+ Moisturizing Treatment a weak match for combination skin?
This treatment is a weak match for your combination skin because heavy ingredients like squalane and dimethicone may overwhelm your oily zones and do not help control shine. A moisturizing treatment for this skin needs ingredients that provide hydration while targeting oil production and reducing oily shine without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this cream a poor fit for combination skin?
Dimethicone and squalane make this cream a weak match because they may feel too heavy and overwhelm the oily zones on your combination skin. A product of this type needs ingredients that hydrate and brighten while helping reduce oily shine without any risk of irritation.
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
What does Niacinamide do for combination skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oily areas by reducing excess shine and pore size while keeping dry patches hydrated and smooth. It also works to calm redness and even out skin tone, making it very suitable for combination skin.
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This moisturizer goes near the end of your morning routine after a hydrating toner and before sunscreen, and as the final step of your evening routine. Because it is a weak match for combination skin, a product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and oil-controlling ingredients that balance moisture without overwhelming oily zones.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol by applying your retinol first and following it with this moisturizer to help keep your skin comfortable and hydrated. Using a barrier-supporting moisturizer alongside active treatments like retinol is generally safe and helps reduce dryness, though combination skin needs lightweight, oil-balancing ingredients that manage sebum without feeling heavy.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this moisturizing treatment twice daily to keep your skin hydrated. Daily application helps improve skin moisture and supports the skin barrier.
Health Science Reports, 2021Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This cream is a weak match for combination skin because ingredients like dimethicone and squalane may feel too heavy and overwhelm oily zones. A product for this skin needs lighter hydration and ingredients that help balance oil production without clogging pores.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
This cream is safe to use around the eyes and on the body because its gentle formula lacks harsh ingredients that could cause irritation. When applied to thin skin areas like the eyes, moisturizing treatments need soothing ingredients like glycerin and ceramides to provide hydration without irritation.
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
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, 2017The 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, 2020Ten 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, 2001Niacinamide/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, 2012Topical 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, 2005
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Hyaluronic Acid, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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