Filorga Time-Filler 5XP for oily skin
Sodium Hyaluronate
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract
Tocopheryl Acetate
Adenosine
Average
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
Works for oily skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 suitability for your oily skin as glycerin and squalane provide excellent moisturization and enhance barrier resilience, though they do not specifically target oily shine.
- While the formula is safe for your oily skin and free from harsh ingredients, it lacks sufficient components for optimal oil control.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine every day to keep your face fresh.
- Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and toning, but right before your SPF in the morning.
- Gently press a small amount into your skin and let it absorb fully.
- Apply on clean, slightly dry skin to help control that oily shine.
- Avoid the eye area and do a quick patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 1.9k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this product is highly regarded by users with combination to oily skin. It is frequently praised for its lightweight, hydrating gel-cream texture that effectively targets expression lines and deep wrinkles without leaving a greasy residue. Many reviewers report visible improvements in skin firmness, hydration, and overall smoothness, achieving a mattified, plump, and rejuvenated complexion. Some users find the price point to be high, and a small number noted dissatisfaction with formula changes or experienced mild eye stinging.
Highlights
Lightweight gel texture Mostly Mentioned
- “Quite a nice creamy gel consistency that sinks in to your skin like butter.”
- “The consistency is pleasantly gel-like, absorbs instantly.”
- “Feels light on the skin perfect for the summer months.”
- “Absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy residue.”
Highly hydrating formula Often Mentioned
- “It is very hydrating and feels wonderful when I first apply.”
- “Leaves my skin soft, supple and really hydrated.”
- “Provides excellent hydration that really does reduce facial lines.”
- “Deeply hydrates and plumps the skin.”
Non-greasy matte finish Often Mentioned
- “It is not greasy, absorbs quickly and really works!”
- “Leaves the skin matte but not dry.”
- “Hydrates the skin without making it greasy.”
- “Not sticky or greasy like many other creams I've tried.”
Reduces wrinkles Often Mentioned
- “My wrinkles have smoothed down happily.”
- “Reduces fine lines, which have almost disappeared after regular use.”
- “Smoothing effects and filling in of several wrinkles including mimic wrinkles.”
- “Plumps up my skin so wrinkles are less visible.”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “It is quite pricy but a little goes a long way.”
- “Expensive for the amount you get.”
- “Costly compared to other moisturizers.”
- “A bit of an investment.”
Disliked formula Rarely Noted
- “My comparison with the previous version reveals it has less...”
- “I was a loyal user of Filorga's Absolute Wrinkle Correction Cream until they discontinued it.”
- “Prefer previous version.”
- “The new formula doesn't feel as thick.”
Mild eye stinging Rarely Noted
- “It stings around the eyes for a few seconds after application.”
- “Caused a slight tingling sensation at first.”
- “Not ideal for very sensitive skin around the eyes.”
- “Can be slightly irritating if it gets too close to the eye contour.”
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Questions and answers
How well does Filorga Time-Filler work for oily skin?
This treatment works moderately well for oily skin because ingredients like glycerin provide great moisture without irritation, though it does not specifically target oily shine. A product of this type needs ingredients that manage excess oil and maintain a lightweight texture without heavy oils or pore-clogging ingredients.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?
Glycerin and squalane help make this cream a good fit for oily skin by providing great moisture and supporting your skin barrier, though it lacks ingredients specifically for oil control. Oily skin works best with products that combine peptides and hydrators to keep a lightweight feel, control shine, and avoid heavy oils or clogged pores.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps oily skin by reducing extra oil and sebum production without causing irritation. Clinical studies show it successfully balances oil levels while keeping the skin comfortable.
What does Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 do for oily skin?
Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 helps improve skin firmness and supports collagen production to keep skin looking smooth and youthful. When used correctly in your routine, it may help reduce the look of fine lines and enhance overall elasticity without feeling heavy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This moisturizing treatment fits into a daily skincare routine after cleansing and toning, used in the evening for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure. It provides moderate hydration for your oily skin, though an oily skin type needs oil-controlling ingredients to manage shine best.
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment with retinol by applying the retinol first and following with this moisturizer, which helps keep your skin comfortable and supports your skin barrier. Oily skin also needs lightweight oil-absorbing ingredients and sebum-balancing components to control shine.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this moisturizing treatment twice daily as part of your routine. Daily application helps improve skin moisture and barrier function.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This moisturizer is safe and unlikely to cause breakouts or purging for your oily skin, though it does not specifically target oily shine. A product of this type needs ingredients that help balance oil and keep pores clear.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
This moisturizing treatment can be used around the eyes and on the body, though the skin on the body and eyelids is much thicker or thinner than facial skin. It is generally safe to apply here, but products used in these areas often need targeted ingredients like low molecular weight heparan sulfate or specific botanical extracts to effectively address delicate eye concerns.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum and benzyl alcohol). Cetyl 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, 2017Topical 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 multi-modal methodology combining MALDI-MSI, in vivo RCM, echography, and histology revealed age-related decreases in extracellular matrix and epidermal-dermal junction proteins and undulation depth, while a blend of palmitoyl oligopeptide and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 improved subepidermal low-echogenic band thickness, density, and extracellular matrix structure compared to placebo.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2015Chronomodulated 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, 2026Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, acetyl hexapeptide-8, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-10 significantly increased type III collagen levels in human dermal fibroblasts following UV exposure, with their combination demonstrating a greater effect in vitro and enhancing type I, III, and IV collagen levels in ex vivo skin tissues compared to individual components.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Topical 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, 2024Topical 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
Why other moisturizers fit oily skin better
A panthenol-enriched mask improved skin hydration, regulated sebum, and reduced redness and TEWL across dry sensitive, oily sensitive, and oily acne skin subgroups with excellent tolerance and no adverse reactions.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Glycerin, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Butylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Squalane, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Silica, Sucrose Palmitate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Stearalkonium Hectorite, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lauroyl Lysine, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Glyceryl Linoleate, Cetyl Alcohol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylene Carbonate, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Citric Acid, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Sodium Chloride, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Carbomer, Hydrogenated Oil, Adenosine, Anigozanthos Flavidus Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Lactate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Levulinic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Potassium Sorbate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Citrate, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Crithmum Maritimum Extract, Glucose, Tocopherol, P-Anisic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, Glutamine, Sodium Phosphate, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Acetate, Lysine Hcl, Arginine Hcl, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Alanine, Histidine Hcl, Valine, Leucine, Threonine, Isoleucine, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Tryptophan, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Glycine, Polysorbate 80, Serine, Cystine, Cyanocobalamin, Glutathione, Asparagine, Aspartic Acid, Ornithine Hcl, Glutamic Acid, Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, Biotin, Proline, Methionine, Taurine, Hydroxyproline, Glucosamine Hcl, Coenzyme A, Sodium Glucuronate, Thiamine Diphosphate, Retinyl Acetate, Inositol, Niacin, Niacinamide, Pyridoxine Hcl, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Sodium Tocopheryl Phosphate, Thiamine Hcl, Folic Acid
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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