Curél Intensive Moisture Facial Cream for dry sensitive skin
Glycerin
Squalane
Allantoin
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Ceramides
High
- HighDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for dry sensitive skin; a few moisturizers fit it even better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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 high suitability for your dry and sensitive skin as glycerin and squalane provide excellent hydration and barrier support, addressing dryness and flakiness effectively.
- Allantoin and eucalyptus globulus leaf extract further soothe and calm the skin, enhancing overall comfort and resilience.
- The product is safe for your skin, containing no harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using this moisturizer 3 times a week and move to daily use if your dry skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and toner in the morning, or after your serum in the evening. Always pair it with SPF in the morning.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin. Avoid rubbing it harshly to protect your sensitive skin.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help with hydration absorption. This also works well for dry and flaky skin types.
- Do a patch test before your first use. Avoid the eye area to prevent any irritation.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 2.2k+ reviewsIt is praised for its light, whipped texture that absorbs quickly, providing deep hydration and a soothing effect for irritated skin. Some users find the quantity small for the price, and a few experienced breakouts or found it insufficient for extremely dry skin, particularly in winter.
Highlights
Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
- “healed my dry patches”
- “skin feels plump and soft”
- “glowy finish”
Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
- “light as air”
- “sinks in immediately”
- “fluffy and whipped consistency”
- “doesn't feel heavy”
Gentle, non-irritating Often Mentioned
- “no stinging”
- “didn't irritate my sensitive skin”
- “safe for acne-prone skin”
Small quantity Often Mentioned
- “tiny jar”
- “finished in a month”
- “expensive for the amount”
- “wish it came in a bigger size”
Good makeup base Sometimes Noted
- “makeup sits beautifully”
- “no pilling”
- “smooth canvas”
- “non-sticky finish”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “gave me whiteheads”
- “clogged my pores”
- “caused small bumps”
- “breakouts on forehead”
Jar packaging Rarely Noted
- “hate dipping fingers in”
- “prefer a pump”
- “unhygienic packaging”
- “needs a spatula”
Not rich enough Rarely Noted
- “need to layer it”
- “too light for winter”
- “skin felt dry by morning”
- “needed more moisture”
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Questions and answers
What makes Curél Intensive Moisture Cream a great fit for dry sensitive skin?
Curél Intensive Moisture Facial Cream is a great fit because glycerin and squalane provide deep hydration and barrier support to tackle dryness and flakiness. Allantoin and eucalyptus globulus leaf extract further soothe and calm your skin to keep it comfortable. It also avoids harsh ingredients, making it very safe and unlikely to cause irritation.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin and squalane make this cream a great fit because they provide deep hydration and help repair the skin barrier to stop dryness and flakiness. Allantoin and eucalyptus globulus leaf extract also calm and soothe the skin, while ceramides bring extra comfort.
What does Glycerin do for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin helps dry sensitive skin by drawing moisture into the skin and keeping it there, making the skin soft and smooth. It is very gentle and unlikely to cause irritation while improving how well the skin holds onto water. This type of skin needs ingredients that boost hydration and repair the barrier without causing stinging.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008
What does Squalane do for dry sensitive skin?
Squalane helps keep dry sensitive skin soft and smooth by locking in moisture and calming irritation without causing flare-ups. It is unlikely to cause redness or discomfort, making it a gentle choice that supports the skin barrier. This type of skin needs ingredients that deeply hydrate and soothe, such as plant oils and antioxidants.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017Molecules, 2009
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This cream goes at the end of your evening routine after your treatment, or in your morning routine if you need extra moisture during the day. Using a moisturizer regularly helps improve dryness, flakiness, and overall skin comfort.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol by applying it either before or after your retinol treatment to help buffer potential dryness and irritation. Using a barrier-supporting moisturizer alongside active treatments is unlikely to hinder your routine and helps keep dry, sensitive skin calm and comfortable.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this moisturizing cream twice daily as part of your morning and evening routine. Regular daily application helps improve skin moisture and supports the skin barrier.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for your dry sensitive skin, as reviewers rarely report this issue. Its gentle formula helps keep skin comfortable without heavy oils that usually block pores.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this cream around your eyes and on your body because its gentle ingredients and safe profile are well-suited for delicate areas. Glycerin and squalane help keep dry and sensitive skin hydrated and comfortable, and it contains no harsh ingredients that may cause irritation.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
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, 2017A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020The 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, 2012Squalane at 0.005-0.015% counteracts UVA-induced oxidative stress, inflammation, and collagen metabolism inhibition while stimulating fibroblast migration in human dermal fibroblasts.
Molecules, 2025Plant-derived squalane protected human dermal fibroblasts against UVA-induced damage by counteracting ROS formation, suppressing apoptosis-related proteins p53, caspase-3, caspase-9, and PARP, and restoring the pro-survival p-Akt/mTOR pathway.
Antioxidants, 2025Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018Prophylactic application of a topical scar gel containing Allium cepae extract, allantoin, and heparin significantly improves patient-assessed scar color, stiffness, and irregularity compared to no treatment in women following a cesarean section.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2014Treatment with a moisturizer containing Eucalyptus extract significantly improved skin conductance and transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects with dry skin, accompanied by an increase in CER [NP] levels.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2013Topical and in vitro application of Eucalyptus extract increases ceramide levels and biosynthesis in keratinocytes and human stratum corneum, improving water-holding and barrier functions in dry skin compared to untreated solvent-induced dry skin.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012Camphor oil treatment achieved complete cure of human facial demodicidosis at concentrations of 100%, 75%, and 50%, and an incomplete cure with a marked drop in infestation density at 25-20% concentrations.
Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology, 2002
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Squalane, Trisiloxane, Dimethicone, Peg-3 Dimethicone, Allantoin, Magnesium Sulfate, Butylene Glycol, Isostearyl Glyceryl Ether, Peg-12 Dimethicone, Succinic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Bis-Methoxypropylamido Isodocosane, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Methylparaben
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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