su:m37º Secret Essence Double Concentrate for oily acne-prone skin
Fermented
Sodium Hyaluronate
Niacinamide
Panax Ginseng Extract
PeptidesHigh
- HighOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A great choice for oily acne-prone skin; a few moisturizers fit it even 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
- Highly suitable for your oily skin, this essence effectively addresses acne, blemishes, and breakouts with niacinamide to regulate oil production and Centella Asiatica Extract to soothe inflammation.
- Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate and Glycerin provide excellent hydration and improve skin texture, complementing the treatment benefits for your skin concerns.
- The formula is safe for your skin, featuring soothing ingredients like Centella Asiatica Extract and Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, with no risk of irritation.
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
★4.8Overall rating based on 1.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users find this product to be a potent anti-aging booster that deeply hydrates and refines skin texture, particularly benefiting dry or mature skin by improving firmness and radiance without irritation. Its rich consistency may be too heavy for oily skin types or humid conditions, and its high price point is frequently mentioned.
Highlights
Deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “combats deep dryness”
- “leaves skin incredibly hydrated”
- “moisturizes like a dream”
- “perfect for winter”
Refined texture Often Mentioned
- “skin feels smoother”
- “refines skin texture”
- “softens fine lines”
- “creates a perfect canvas”
High price point Often Mentioned
- “bit pricey”
- “expensive for the amount”
- “value for money is low”
- “costly for regular use”
Elegant absorption Sometimes Noted
- “absorbs instantly”
- “non-sticky finish”
- “silky serum-like feel”
- “penetrates deeply”
Gentle and soothing Sometimes Noted
- “no allergic response”
- “calming for sensitive skin”
- “strengthens skin barrier”
- “mild formula”
Too rich for oily Sometimes Noted
- “heavy for oily skin”
- “too rich for summer”
- “caused slight greasiness”
- “better for dry skin”
Availability issues Rarely Noted
- “hard to find”
- “often out of stock”
- “shipping takes long”
- “discontinued in some regions”
Scent concerns Rarely Noted
- “herbal fermented scent”
- “smell is distinct”
- “mild citrus hint”
- “fragrance might bother some”
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Questions and answers
What makes su:m37º Secret Essence Double Concentrate a great fit for oily acne-prone skin?
This essence is a great fit because niacinamide helps regulate oil production while Centella Asiatica Extract soothes inflammation and blemishes. Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate and glycerin also provide deep hydration to improve texture without clogging pores.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which ingredients make this treatment a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
This treatment is a great fit because niacinamide helps balance oil while Centella Asiatica Extract soothes redness and breakouts. Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate and Glycerin also provide lightweight hydration to keep your skin smooth and comfortable.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023
What does Fermented do for oily acne-prone skin?
Fermented ingredients help calm and moisturize oily, acne-prone skin while providing soothing anti-inflammatory benefits. They also support overall skin health and are unlikely to cause irritation.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily acne-prone skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps calm oily acne-prone skin by reducing sebum production and lipid synthesis in sebaceous glands. It also supports skin barrier function and improves hydration while helping deliver treatments without causing irritation.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Where does this treatment go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This treatment goes in your evening routine, applied after cleansing and before moisturizing. Putting treatments in the evening keeps things simple and helps avoid extra sun sensitivity, though some can also be used in the morning.
Can I use this treatment with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment with retinol by applying the treatment first to keep your skin calm and hydrated, followed by your retinol. This lightweight layer helps smooth your skin texture while keeping potential dryness and irritation from retinol low.
How often should I use this treatment?
This treatment is great for your skin to use in the evening as part of your routine. Applying it daily helps keep your skin calm and hydrated while managing breakouts.
Can this treatment clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This treatment is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily acne-prone skin, as it features niacinamide to control oil and Centella Asiatica to calm inflammation without irritation. Glycerin and fermented ingredients also provide lightweight hydration, though a few reviewers note the texture can feel a bit rich.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can I use this treatment around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this moisturizing treatment on your body, but you should avoid applying it on the thin skin directly around the eyes. The skin on the body and face differs greatly in thickness compared to the delicate eye area, which requires specially formulated products.
Is this treatment fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
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, 2016Co-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, 2023A 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 Epidermidibacterium Keratini EPI-7 ferment filtrate improved skin barrier function, elasticity, dermal density, and modulated skin microbiome diversity compared to a placebo in Asian women.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023Applying a lotion containing probiotic ferment lysate VHProbi® Mix R for 30 days significantly decreased transepidermal water loss and skin redness while significantly increasing skin moisturization compared to baseline in participants with sensitive skin.
Scientific Reports, 2023Topical application of 1.0% Lactobacillus ferment from jojoba cake significantly increased skin collagen fluorescence compared to baseline and placebo cream over 56 days in 46 individuals.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Topical 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, 2019Topical 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, 2005Enzyme-modified ginseng extract cream significantly reduced the global photo-damage score and various roughness measures including total roughness, smoothness depth, and arithmetic roughness average compared to placebo in 23 human subjects.
Rejuvenation Research, 2015A red ginseng hydrogel formulation with 1,2-hexanediol promoted selective growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and decreased Cutibacterium acnes in 20 female subjects.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2022A 1% fermented black ginseng cream significantly reduced eye wrinkles and brightened skin color in twenty-three human subjects compared to control cream and baseline.
Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health. Part A, 2020
Ingredients
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Adenosine, Betaine, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Bifida Lysate Ferment, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract Matricaria Flower Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil Lavender Oil, Bergamot Oil Fruit, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil Flower, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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