FATION NOSCA9 TROUBLE SERUM for dry skin
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Glycerin
PanthenolAverage
- HighDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for dry skin; other serums fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, 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 benefits for your dry or flaky skin, as hyaluronic acid and glycerin provide hydration, while Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract and Centella Asiatica Extract help reduce acne lesions. Ceramide NP further supports your dry skin by repairing the skin barrier.
- The formula is safe for your dry skin, containing no harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation.
- It is suitable for your skin type and addresses your main goal of reducing dryness and flakiness.
How to apply
- Apply this serum PM, starting 3×/week and working up to daily use as your skin adjusts.
- Place the serum after cleansing and toner, but right before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and let it absorb for a minute.
- Apply the serum on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra moisture.
- Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 7.9k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this serum is widely praised by users with acne-prone and sensitive skin for its ability to rapidly calm redness and inflammation without clogging pores. While it is not an overnight miracle cure for active breakouts, consistent use strengthens the skin barrier and significantly reduces the severity and duration of hormonal acne and irritation.
Highlights
Lightweight & fast absorbing Mostly Mentioned
- “Sinks in without feeling greasy”
- “Absorbs beautifully without feeling sticky”
- “Lightweight consistency”
- “Perfect for oily skin.”
Rapidly calms redness Mostly Mentioned
- “Redness looked noticeably lighter the next morning”
- “Calms everything down”
- “Soothing effect is real”
- “Prevents spots from becoming angry red.”
Improves barrier health Often Mentioned
- “Helped heal my skin barrier”
- “Skin feels more comfortable”
- “Less tightness by evening”
- “Restores damaged skin.”
Non-comedogenic Often Mentioned
- “Did not make me break out”
- “Safe for fungal acne”
- “Doesn't clog pores”
- “Great for sensitive acne-prone skin.”
Not moisturizing enough Sometimes Noted
- “Might be too drying for dry skin”
- “Need a moisturizer on top”
- “Felt a bit of tightness alone”
- “Not for deep hydration.”
Price point Sometimes Noted
- “Price point is pretty steep”
- “Wish for discounts”
- “Price is a bit disappointing”
- “Wait for a sale.”
Slight stickiness Rarely Noted
- “Slightly sticky at first”
- “Feels a bit tacky before drying”
- “Sticky if you use too much.”
Slow results on acne Rarely Noted
- “Doesn't erase blemishes overnight”
- “No instant results on spots”
- “Takes consistent use to see changes”
- “Didn't notice visible improvement immediately.”
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Questions and answers
How well does FATION NOSCA9 Trouble Serum work for dry skin?
This serum works moderately well for dry skin, as glycerin and hyaluronic acid provide helpful hydration while ceramide NP supports the skin barrier. It is safe to use, though dry skin of this type needs products rich in highly effective soothing ingredients, potent antioxidants, and skin-repairing nutrients like niacinamide, vitamin C, or peptides for the best results.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for dry skin?
This serum works for dry skin because glycerin and hyaluronic acid draw in moisture, while ceramide NP helps repair the skin barrier. To fit dry skin even better, a treatment of this type needs rich hydrating ingredients like propolis, niacinamide, or peptides to deeply nourish and support skin health.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2022
What does Mugwort Leaf Extract do for dry skin?
Mugwort leaf extract helps soothe dry skin by boosting proteins that strengthen your skin barrier and lock in moisture. It is a gentle ingredient that may improve skin comfort and reduce irritation.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2024
What does Glycerin do for dry skin?
Glycerin helps dry skin by drawing in moisture and keeping it locked in, which makes the skin feel much softer and smoother. It also supports your natural skin barrier to stop water from escaping easily. A product for dry skin needs extra ingredients like hyaluronic acid and soothing plant extracts to truly calm and hydrate dry patches.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This serum goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before moisturizing, which keeps it simple and safe around sun exposure.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
Yes, you can use this treatment with retinol by applying the serum first and your retinol afterwards. When you have dry skin, this type of product also needs richer hydrators like heavy plant oils and shea butter to lock in moisture and prevent flaking.
How often should I use this serum?
You can use this treatment in the evening as part of your routine. A product of this type needs rich hydrators like hyaluronic acid and glycerin, soothing plant extracts, and barrier-repairing ceramides to properly care for dry skin.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This serum is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry skin, as its formula contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation. It helps hydrate and soothe the skin safely, though dry skin of this type needs richer moisturizers with heavier plant oils and butters to fully lock in moisture and prevent flakiness.
Is this serum 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 lipid mixture enriched by ceramide NP with fatty acids of diverse chain lengths significantly improved skin barrier recovery rate, stratum corneum integrity, and hydration compared to a vehicle cream in healthy adult male volunteers with corticosteroid-impaired skin.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2022Emulsions containing ceramides 1 and 3 improved skin hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss in sodium lauryl sulfate-irritated skin of fifteen healthy Asian women compared to a control emulsion.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2008Artemisia princeps-derived nanovesicles accelerate cell proliferation, decrease senescence-associated beta-galactosidase activity, inhibit MMP-1 activity more effectively than EGCG, and increase procollagen type I expression in human dermal cells and skin models.
Journal of Extracellular Biology, 2025Artemisia annua aqueous extract increased the itching threshold, inhibited TSLP expression, and promoted FLG mRNA expression in in vitro and in vivo models.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2024Artemisia Capillaris Thunb. extract protects human HaCaT keratinocytes from UVB-induced apoptosis and inflammation by suppressing the cGAS/STING signaling pathway.
Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2024The 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, 2012Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Topical dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.
Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000
Ingredients
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Panthenol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Hyaluronic Acid, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Cross Polymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, Tromethamine, Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Succinic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Heparin, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide Np
Behind this fit score
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