Algenist GENIUS Liquid Collagen for combination skin
Liquid Collagen
Alguronic Acid- Collagen
Niacinamide
Tocopherol
Average
- AverageCombination 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
- Offers moderate plumping for your combination skin due to Collagen Amino Acids and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, which help improve volume and elasticity. Glycerin and Niacinamide provide supportive hydration and oil control beneficial for oily shine.
- Betaine also aids in humectant action, offering general skincare benefits that are supportive for combination skin.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your combination skin due to the absence of prohibited or 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
★4.5Overall rating based on 200+ reviewsUsers frequently report that this serum provides immediate hydration and plumps the skin, leading to a noticeable glow and improved bounce. Many also experience softer skin texture and a reduction in fine lines. However, a significant number of reviews mention the high price point and a strong, sometimes irritating floral or vanilla fragrance.
Highlights
Plumps and hydrates Mostly Mentioned
- “Skin feels plump”
- “Super hydrating”
- “Restores bounce”
- “Instant hydration”
Improves texture Often Mentioned
- “Skin felt softer”
- “Smoother texture”
- “Softened look”
- “Velvety feel”
High price Often Mentioned
- “Pricey”
- “Cost prohibits repurchase”
Radiant glow Sometimes Noted
- “Instant glowing”
- “Beautiful glow”
- “Radiant complexion”
- “Luminous finish”
Reduces fine lines Sometimes Noted
- “Reduces fine lines”
- “Lines less noticeable”
- “Smoothed out lines”
- “Wrinkles diminished”
Strong scent Sometimes Noted
- “Strong perfumey scent”
- “Sickly strong perfume”
- “Artificial vanilla scent”
- “Smell is overwhelming”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “Clogged my pores”
- “Caused breakouts”
- “Acne flare-ups”
- “ bumps appeared”
Dropper issues Rarely Noted
- “Difficulty with dropper”
- “Hard to dispense”
- “Dropper doesn't fill”
- “Poor bottle design”
Sticky texture Rarely Noted
- “Sticky/Tacky finish”
- “Greasy residue”
- “Sticky before makeup”
- “Takes time to absorb”
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Questions and answers
How well does Algenist GENIUS Liquid Collagen work for combination skin?
Algenist GENIUS Liquid Collagen works moderately well for combination skin, offering basic plumping and supportive hydration with a very safe profile. A treatment for this skin needs ingredients like niacinamide and propolis or zinc PCA that balance oiliness and enhance radiance without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for combination skin?
Collagen amino acids and palmitoyl tripeptide-1 help improve volume and elasticity, while glycerin and niacinamide provide supportive hydration and oil control. A product of this type needs effective ingredients like niacinamide, propolis, and zinc PCA that provide excellent skincare benefits, enhance radiance, and regulate oiliness without any risk of irritation or unsuitability.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Hydrolyzed Collagen do for combination skin?
Hydrolyzed collagen helps improve skin moisture and elasticity for combination skin. Taking it daily may also help smooth out fine lines and support overall skin hydration over several weeks.
What does Alguronic Acid do for combination skin?
Alguronic Acid helps keep combination skin hydrated and smooth while improving firmness and reducing the look of fine lines. This ingredient works well across different areas of the face to balance moisture without making oily zones greasy or dry patches rough.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before moisturizing, though some serums can also be used in the morning or twice a day. It is very safe and unlikely to cause irritation for your combination skin, but since it offers only an average fit, this skin type needs a product that provides stronger balancing hydration and oil control.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment alongside retinol by applying the serum first and letting it absorb before putting on your retinol. This product is unlikely to cause irritation for your combination skin, but combination skin often needs lighter hydration and targeted oil control ingredients to fully balance dry and oily areas.
How often should I use this serum?
This treatment is used in the evening routine for combination skin. It has a very safe profile with no harsh ingredients, making it unlikely to cause irritation.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This treatment is unlikely to cause breakouts for your combination skin since it has a very safe formula with no harsh ingredients. Reviewers rarely report clogged pores, making it a gentle choice that keeps skin feeling soft and smooth.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum and limonene).
What the research says
Chronomodulated daytime application of baicalin and nighttime application of palmitoyl tripeptide-1 synergistically improved skin luminance by 16.29%, nasolabial fold depth by -36.35%, and firmness by 24.35% in 30 female participants.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026A 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, 2017A combination of Aloe barbadensis leaf extract and trimethylglycine in a 1:1 mass ratio synergistically increased aquaporin 3 expression by up to 380% in keratinocytes and safely improved skin hydration in healthy volunteers.
Molecules, 2024Soaps containing betaine caused the least skin irritation compared to other tested soaps in twenty-eight healthy subjects, though irritation did not decrease with increasing concentrations of betaine.
Skin Research and Technology, 2003Topical application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 2023Topical 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 an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Collagen, Propanediol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, Pentylene Glycol, Dextrin Palmitate, Collagen Amino Acids, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Chlorella Protothecoides Oil, Helichrysum Italicum Flower Extract, Cylindrotheca Fusiformis Extract, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Adenosine, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Palmitic Acid, Disodium Edta, Carbomer, Sodium Lactate, Amodimethicone, Homosalate, Polysorbate 20, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Octocrylene, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Limonene, Beta-Carotene Ci 40800
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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