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COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cream for oily acne-prone skin

Average

  • HighOily Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

Works for oily acne-prone skin; other moisturizers fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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 oily skin, as Centella Asiatica Extract and Glycerin hydrate and enhance barrier resilience, while also providing moderate benefits for acne and oiliness by soothing inflammation.
  • The formula is highly suitable for oily skin due to the anti-inflammatory action and barrier repair support from Centella Asiatica extracts.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing Centella Asiatica extracts.

How to apply

  • Use this AM and PM routine every day to help clear your skin. Always remember to finish with SPF in the morning.
  • Apply the moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your SPF during the day.
  • Gently press a small amount into your skin and avoid rubbing to keep pores clear.
  • Apply on clean, slightly damp skin to help the product absorb better and control oil.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a simple patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 600+ reviews

This product is frequently praised for its lightweight, non-greasy texture that absorbs quickly, making it ideal for sensitive and acne-prone skin. It is highly effective at reducing redness and calming irritation. However, some users with dry skin find it not moisturizing enough, especially in colder weather, and a moderate number of users feel the size is small for the price.

Highlights

  • Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
    • “melts into skin like butter”
    • “lightweight gel-cream hybrid”
    • “absorbs beautifully without stickiness”
    • “doesn't feel heavy”
  • Sensitive skin friendly Often Mentioned
    • “never stings my sensitive skin”
    • “gentle enough for daily use”
    • “didn't cause breakouts”
    • “perfect for reactive skin”
  • Soothing and calming Often Mentioned
    • “calms my redness immediately”
    • “soothed my irritated barrier”
    • “great for calming acne”
  • Makeup compatibility Sometimes Noted
    • “works great under makeup”
    • “no pilling with sunscreen”
    • “sits well under foundation”
    • “smooth canvas for makeup”
  • Insufficient hydration Sometimes Noted
    • “not enough for my dry skin”
    • “need to layer with oil”
    • “skin felt tight after a while”
    • “too light for winter”
  • Small size Sometimes Noted
    • “wish it came in a bigger tube”
    • “finished it in a month”
    • “too small for the price”
    • “tiny amount of product”
  • Average performance Rarely Noted
    • “just an okay moisturizer”
    • “didn't see drastic changes”
    • “good but not a holy grail”
    • “expected more soothing”
  • Price to value Rarely Noted
    • “pricey for the size”
    • “waiting for a sale to repurchase”
    • “expensive for 50ml”
    • “not the best value”

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Questions and answers

How well does COSRX Pure Fit Cica work for oily acne-prone skin?

This moisturizer works reasonably well for oily acne-prone skin by providing hydration and soothing inflammation through Centella Asiatica extract and glycerin. While it is generally safe and unlikely to cause irritation, oily skin often needs a product that targets breakouts and excess oil more powerfully without heavy oils.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?

Centella Asiatica Extract and glycerin make this cream a good fit for oily acne-prone skin by hydrating and soothing inflammation. To work best for this skin, a moisturizer of this type needs lightweight hydrating ingredients and soothing extracts that provide moisture and improve texture without adding excess oil or clogging pores.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for oily acne-prone skin?

Centella Asiatica Extract helps calm red spots and supports skin healing in oily, acne-prone skin. It may also help balance moisture and reduce breakouts by soothing irritated areas.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

What does Glycerin do for oily acne-prone skin?

Glycerin helps keep oily acne-prone skin hydrated without feeling heavy. It draws moisture into the skin while supporting the skin barrier so it stays soft and balanced.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?

This moisturizer goes as the final step in your morning routine before sunscreen, and after your evening treatment step at night. Using a moisturizer in your daily routine helps keep your skin hydrated while soothing inflammation.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

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

You can use this cream with retinol by applying the retinol first and following it with this moisturizer to help keep your skin calm and hydrated. Using a barrier-supporting moisturizer alongside retinoids is unlikely to cause irritation and may improve your skin's comfort and tolerance during treatment.

Cutis, 2006

How often should I use this cream?

You can use this moisturizer daily in both your morning and evening routines to keep your skin hydrated and calm. Consistent use helps maintain moisture levels and supports skin barrier health.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021

Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?

This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily acne-prone skin, as it has a very safe formula with soothing ingredients like Centella Asiatica extract that help calm inflammation. However, because it is an average fit, this skin type often does better with a lightweight gel moisturizer that controls excess oil and delivers hydration without heavy oils or waxes.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

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

You can use this cream on your body and around your eyes, as it is safe and provides gentle moisture for delicate areas. Because the skin around the eyes is very thin, a product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and soothing plant extracts like centella asiatica and glycerin to keep the area soft without feeling heavy.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

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

  • Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.

    Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
  • 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, 2017
  • Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.

    Molecules, 2023
  • Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.

    Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020
  • Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
  • Topical treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2008
  • Treatment with an asiaticoside-containing cream applied twice daily for 12 weeks significantly improved periorbital wrinkles in 65% of 27 female volunteers compared to a vehicle control cream.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2008
  • The 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, 2020
  • Ten 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, 2001
  • Niacinamide/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, 2012
  • Topical 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, 2011
  • Topical 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, 2022
  • Treatment 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

Ingredients

Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Beeswax, Panthenol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Arginine, Allantoin, Carbomer, Water, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Sodium Hyaluronate

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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