Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer for dry sensitive skin
Probiotics
Willow Bark Extract
Oil Tree
Shea Butter
Cucumis Sativus JuiceCaution
- CautionDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A poor match for dry sensitive skin; the moisturizers alongside fit it better.
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 moderate exfoliation for your dry and sensitive skin due to the presence of salicylic acid and lactic acid, which can be drying and potentially irritating, rather than providing the emollient action needed for dry skin.
- While glycerin and panthenol offer some hydration, the overall formulation is not ideal for your dry skin type.
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
★4.5Overall rating based on 500+ reviewsUsers with oily, acne-prone, and combination skin highly recommend this moisturizer for its hydrating yet non-greasy formula that effectively clears breakouts and soothes the skin. A significant number of users appreciate its lightweight texture and cooling sensation. Some users find the scent strong and note the product's high price point, while a few with drier skin types mention it may not be hydrating enough.
Highlights
Clears acne Mostly Mentioned
- “cleared up my acne”
- “keeps acne at bay”
- “banishes blemish-causing bacteria”
Lightweight, non-greasy Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't feel heavy”
- “absorbs right into my skin”
- “perfect matte finish”
Cooling, soothing Often Mentioned
- “cooling effect”
- “calming cream”
- “feels refreshing”
Hydrating, non-shiny Sometimes Noted
- “hydrates without leaving me shiny”
- “plumping feeling”
- “leaves skin soft”
High price Sometimes Noted
- “spent a lot of money”
- “expensive”
- “investment skincare”
Strong scent Sometimes Noted
- “strong tea tree smell”
- “scent is not my favorite”
- “smells different”
Not hydrating enough Rarely Noted
- “didn't feel hydrating enough”
- “need extra hydration”
- “too light for winter”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “jar packaging less sanitary”
- “spilled half the jar”
- “wish it was a pump”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer for dry sensitive skin?
Lovi advises caution because this moisturizer offers moderate exfoliation from salicylic acid and lactic acid that can dry out and irritate dry sensitive skin, rather than providing the heavy moisture it needs. A product for this skin needs rich nourishing ingredients and gentle hydrators like glycerin that lock in moisture and support the skin barrier without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this cream a poor fit for dry sensitive skin?
Salicylic acid and lactic acid make this cream a poor fit because they offer moderate exfoliation that can dry and irritate dry sensitive skin, rather than the rich oils and hydrating agents needed to nourish and support this skin type.
What do Probiotics do for dry sensitive skin?
Probiotics help dry sensitive skin by calming irritation, strengthening the skin barrier, and locking in moisture. These ingredients may also reduce redness and help keep the skin calm against everyday triggers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2019Experimental Dermatology, 2010
What does Willow Bark Extract do for dry sensitive skin?
Willow bark extract helps calm dry, sensitive skin by reducing redness and irritation without causing discomfort. It also supports deep hydration and smoother skin while soothing flare-ups safely.
Where does it go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This product is a poor match for your dry and sensitive skin because its acids can be drying and irritating instead of providing the rich, smoothing moisture this skin needs. When used in a routine for this skin, treatments of this type go in the evening to help with safety, and this skin needs gentle hydrators and rich barrier-supporting ingredients like ceramides and natural oils.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
Using this cream with retinol is not recommended for dry and sensitive skin, because it contains exfoliating acids like salicylic and lactic acid that may cause dryness and irritation instead of soothing the skin. Dry skin needs rich, protective moisturizers with soothing ingredients and ceramides to keep it soft and comfortable.
How often should I use it?
This product calls for caution on your dry sensitive skin because it provides exfoliating acids rather than the rich, comforting moisture your skin needs. Dry skin needs rich creams with nourishing butters and soothing plant oils to stay soft and smooth.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on dry sensitive skin, but it may cause irritation rather than providing the deep moisture your skin needs. A moisturizer for dry sensitive skin needs rich nourishing oils and soothing ingredients to keep it soft and calm without acids that can dry it out.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
This moisturizer is not ideal for the thin skin around the eyes or on the body since it contains exfoliating acids that may cause dryness and irritation. Dry skin on the body and around the eyes needs rich, soothing oils and butters to lock in moisture and keep the skin soft.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (benzyl alcohol). Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Bioactive lipid nanocarriers co-loaded with willow bark or ivy leaf extracts and UV-filters provided pronounced UVA photoprotection up to an SPF-equivalent value of 13 and a maximum in vivo skin hydration effect of 97% when prepared with pomegranate oil.
Nanomaterials, 2022A topical serum containing 0.5% salicin applied twice daily reduced visible signs of skin aging, including wrinkles and tactile roughness, in 30 female subjects over 12 weeks compared to baseline.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010Topical lycopene-enriched virgin olive oil provides effective pain relief similar to a placebo in patients with burning mouth syndrome, showing a strong placebo effect.
Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 2014A combination cream of stimu-tex AS and saccharide isomerate reduced erythema, increased skin capacitance, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects after fractional CO2 laser procedure without causing serious adverse events.
Lasers in Medical Science, 2025A skin barrier restoring cream with shea butter, silkflo, and vitamin E increased type I procollagen synthesis, enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity, decreased reactive oxygen species generation, and promoted hyaluronic acid production in H2O2-stimulated human keratinocyte cells compared to untreated cells.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025Transgenic cucumber expressing poly-γ-glutamic acid synthesis genes increased water content by 6-14%, reduced water loss by 11-12%, decreased facial wrinkles and roughness by 19.58% and 24.97%, decreased skin melanin by 5.27%, and improved facial elasticity in human skin and zebrafish compared to controls.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024Copper Oxide nanoparticles synthesized using cucumber extract exhibited antibacterial, antifungal, UV protection, and reactive-oxygen species inhibition properties with low cellular toxicity and skin-rejuvenating effects when incorporated into skin cream.
Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune Disorders Drug Targets, 2021Topical treatment with Holothuria parva extract gel showed significant wound contraction compared to the negative control in full-thickness wounded rats.
The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds, 2024
Ingredients
Aloe Barbadensis Juice, Cucumis Sativus Juice, Willow Bark Extract, Rosa Canina Seed Extract Rosehip Seed Extract, Grapefruit Peel Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract Lavender Flower Extract, Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Beta Vulgaris Extract, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Zea Mays Germ Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Propanediol, Bolus Alba Clay Kaolin Clay, Panthenol Vitamin B5, Alba Cera Beeswax Cera, Yogurt, Sempervivum Tectorum Juice Stone Crop Juice, Glyceryl Stearate, Cellulose, Calendula Officinalis Oil Flower, Tocopheryl Acetate Vitamin E, Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Parsley, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Cyclodextrin, Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Oil, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Menthol, Lactic Acid, Sodium Salicylate, Xanthan Gum, Ascorbyl Palmitate Ester Ascorbic Acid Ester, Soy Lecithin, Euterpe Oleracea, Lemon, Acerola, Phyllanthus Emblica, Adansonia Digitata, Myrciaria Dubia, Daucus Carota Sativa Carrot, Coconut Water, Lycium Barbarum Berry, Tapioca Starch, Thioctic Acid Alpha Lipoic Acid, Ubiquinone
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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