d'Alba Vital Spray Serum for oily acne-prone skin

Tuber Magnatum Extract
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Sodium Hyaluronate
Glycerin
Adenosine
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A poor match for oily acne-prone skin; the moisturizers alongside 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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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 900+ reviewsUsers with sensitive, oily, and combination skin appreciate this serum for its lightweight, non-greasy hydration and redness-calming properties. The fine mist and radiant glow are highly praised, though the strong floral fragrance is a frequent concern for some.
Highlights
Ultra-fine mist Mostly Mentioned
- “mist is so fine it feels like fog”
- “best spray mechanism I've ever used”
- “doesn't ruin makeup because the droplets are tiny”
- “sprays evenly without aggressive squirting”
Lightweight glow Often Mentioned
- “gives a beautiful glow without grease”
- “perfect dewy finish”
- “skin looks healthy and radiant instantly”
- “absorbs quickly leaving a nice sheen”
Strong floral scent Often Mentioned
- “smell is way too strong for my face”
- “gave me a headache”
- “fragrance lingers too long”
- “smells like heavy perfume”
Calming and soothing Sometimes Noted
- “soothes my red cheeks instantly”
- “great for sensitive skin days”
- “feels cooling and relieves irritation”
Versatile application Sometimes Noted
- “I use it to refresh my makeup at work”
- “perfect step before moisturizer”
- “spritz it over powder to melt it into skin”
- “keep it in my bag for dry office air”
Causes eye irritation Sometimes Noted
- “burns my eyes if I'm not careful”
- “stings badly even with eyes closed”
- “makes my eyes water”
- “have to shield my eyes completely”
Expensive for volume Rarely Noted
- “finished the bottle in two weeks”
- “too expensive for just a face mist”
- “wish it lasted longer for the price”
- “luxury price for fancy water”
Insufficient hydration Rarely Noted
- “hydration disappears quickly”
- “not enough for my dry winter skin”
- “need to layer it many times”
- “prefer the yellow bottle for actual moisture”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise against the d'Alba Vital Spray Serum for oily acne-prone skin?
This moisturizing treatment is a poor fit for your oily acne-prone skin because it contains heavy oils that may clog pores and trigger breakouts. A product of this type needs lightweight hydration, soothing ingredients, and oil-balancing agents that calm blemishes without adding excess oil.
Which ingredients make this serum a poor fit for oily acne-prone skin?
This spray serum contains heavy oils like macadamia seed oil and avocado oil, which can easily clog pores and add unwanted shine to oily acne-prone skin. A product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that help soothe blemishes and regulate oil without heavy oils or pore-clogging ingredients.
What does White Truffle Extract do for oily acne-prone skin?
White Truffle Extract helps balance oily skin and keeps pores clear, making it a good fit for acne-prone skin. It is unlikely to clog pores and may help calm angry red breakouts while keeping your skin feeling soft and smooth.
What does Macadamia Seed Oil do for oily acne-prone skin?
Macadamia seed oil can feel too heavy and may clog pores on oily, acne-prone skin, making breakouts more likely. A product for this skin type needs lightweight, non-clogging ingredients that help calm redness and balance oil without trapping dirt.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This spray serum is a poor match for oily acne-prone skin because it contains heavy oils that may clog pores and trigger breakouts. Oily acne-prone skin needs lightweight, oil-free hydrators with balancing and clarifying ingredients to keep pores clear.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
This spray serum is a poor match for your oily acne-prone skin because it contains heavy oils like macadamia and avocado oils that can clog pores and trigger breakouts. Oily acne-prone skin needs lightweight, oil-free hydrators with ingredients like niacinamide or hyaluronic acid that balance oil and add moisture without heaviness.
How often should I use this serum?
This spray serum is a poor match for oily acne-prone skin because it contains heavy oils like macadamia seed oil that may clog pores and trigger breakouts. Oily acne-prone skin needs lightweight, oil-free hydration and gentle clearing ingredients instead.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This spray serum is a poor match for oily acne-prone skin and is unlikely to cause purging, but it may clog pores or trigger breakouts. Oily acne-prone skin needs lightweight hydration and soothing ingredients like niacinamide or salicylic acid without heavy plant oils.
Can I use this serum around the eyes or on my body?
This product is formulated for facial use, so applying it around the eyes or on the body may not provide the targeted care those areas need. Skin on the body and around the eyes requires richer nourishing ingredients and specialized moisturizers to stay smooth and soft.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (linalool, hexyl cinnamal, limonene, citronellol, and geraniol).
What the research says
A combination of five-colored plants (mung bean, white truffle, black truffle, chrysanthemum, and Lycium barbarum) at 0.5% concentration improved fibroblast wound healing by 59.89%, reduced cellular senescence markers by 76.32%, and increased epidermal thickness and collagen levels in an ex vivo skin model compared to a negative control.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2025Topical 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, 2011Topical 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, 2022Treatment 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, 2019A 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, 2001Topical adenosine treatment significantly increased the anagen hair growth rate and thick hair rate compared to placebo in Japanese women with female pattern hair loss over 12 months.
The Journal of Dermatology, 2008Topical application of a disodium adenosine monophosphate-based formulation reduced wrinkles and hyperpigmentation while improving hydration, barrier function, skin lifting, and epidermal turnover in female participants.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2026Adenosine and cordycepin stimulate the Wnt/beta-catenin signaling pathway through adenosine receptor and PKA activation, promoting cell proliferation, migration, and growth factor secretion in cultured dermal fibroblasts.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2021
Ingredients
Water, Isododecane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Tuber Magnatum Extract, Butylene Glycol, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Betaine, Persea Gratissima Oil Avocado Oil, Rosa Canina Oil Fruit, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Glyceryl Glucoside, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium Edta, Tocopherol, Adenosine, Saccharide Isomerate, Glycerin, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil Flower, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Anhydroxylitol, Artemisia Annua Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Rice Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Xylitol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract Lavender Flower Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Melissa Officinalis Extract, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract Olive Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract Rosemary Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cymbopogon Citratus Extract, Jasmine Extract, Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Extract, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Glucose, Rose Oil Flower, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Origanum Vulgare Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Stem Extract Flower Leaf, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol
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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