47 Skin Anti-Blemish & Scar Repair Serum for oily skin
Silver
Chitosan
Lactic Acid
Glycerin
Shea ButterLow
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A weak match for oily skin; the serums alongside fit it better.
- Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016
- Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
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 treatment for blemishes and scars due to allantoin aiding skin repair, but the emollient action of dimethicone and cyclopentasiloxane is not optimal for your oily skin and oily shine.
- While the product provides general skincare benefits like hydration and cleansing, these are mostly supportive and irrelevant to your primary concern of oily shine.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but right before your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before applying the next product.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and you want to target oily shine. This helps control excess oil throughout the night.
- Avoid the delicate eye area and do a patch test before using the serum for the very first time.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 3.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this serum is frequently praised as a 'miracle' solution for stubborn acne and scarring, with users crediting its unique 'Silver Chitoderm' ingredient for clearing breakouts without drying out the skin. While many experience rapid improvements in skin texture and redness, a notable minority find it ineffective for hormonal acne or cystic breakouts, suggesting results can vary significantly by skin type.
Highlights
Clears active breakouts Mostly Mentioned
- “cleared many spots overnight”
- “spots and blemishes never came back”
- “90% of my spots disappeared”
- “reduced inflammation immediately”
Fades acne scarring Often Mentioned
- “scars are fading”
- “reduced appearance of post-blemish pigmentation”
- “softening scar tissue”
- “old red marks are gone”
Hydrating and non-drying Often Mentioned
- “skin was soft and hydrated”
- “leaves skin soft, plump and glowing”
- “doesn't dry out my already dry skin”
- “dewy look”
Boosts confidence Sometimes Noted
- “confidence is back”
- “feel confident to leave the house without makeup”
- “changed my life”
- “feel happy with how my skin looks”
Good makeup base Sometimes Noted
- “amazing base for makeup”
- “goes in really smooth”
- “makeup sits lovely on top”
- “silky texture”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “expensive for the size”
- “£29 is pricey”
- “bottle didn't last long”
- “not worth the money”
Ineffective for hormonal acne Sometimes Noted
- “didn't work for my hormonal acne”
- “skin has not improved at all”
- “not revolutionary for hormonal acne”
- “did nothing for my chin breakouts”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “pump stopped working”
- “hard to get product out”
- “glass bottle is heavy but pump is flimsy”
Scent polarization Rarely Noted
- “smells like medicine”
- “strong chemical smell”
- “smells like chocolate orange (disliked)”
- “scent is overpowering”
Worsened skin condition Rarely Noted
- “caused cystic acne on back”
- “made skin worse”
- “broke me out more”
- “irritated my sensitive skin”
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Questions and answers
Why is 47 Skin Anti-Blemish & Scar Repair Serum a weak match for oily skin?
This serum is a weak match because the smoothing ingredients like dimethicone are not optimal for oily skin and oily shine, while its hydrating benefits are mostly irrelevant to your primary concerns. A product for oily skin needs ingredients like niacinamide to control excess oil and zinc PCA to manage enlarged pores, along with soothing extracts and lightweight hydrators.
Which ingredients make this serum a poor fit for oily skin?
Dimethicone and cyclopentasiloxane make this serum a weak match for oily skin because their heavy smoothing action is not optimal and can worsen oily shine. A treatment for this skin needs ingredients like niacinamide, zinc PCA, and ferulic acid that control excess oil and pores without clogging.
What does Silver do for oily skin?
Silver helps calm red, angry breakouts and keeps oily skin clear by fighting the bacteria that cause pimples. It is unlikely to clog pores, making it a safe choice for oily skin types.
What does Chitosan do for oily skin?
Chitosan helps oily skin by absorbing excess oil and balancing the skin surface without feeling heavy. It is unlikely to clog pores and may help keep the skin feeling fresh and clean throughout the day.
Scientific Reports, 2025International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2025
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This serum goes in the evening routine, after cleansing and before moisturizing, to keep things simple and safe around sun exposure. Because it is a weak match for oily skin, a product of this type needs lightweight ingredients that help control shine without adding heavy smoothing agents.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this serum with retinol by applying the retinol first and following with the serum. Because this product contains heavy smoothing ingredients that can weigh down oily skin and worsen shine, it may not be ideal for your routine. An oily skin type needs lightweight treatments with exfoliating acids and oil-controlling ingredients rather than heavy smoothing agents.
How often should I use this serum?
This serum is used in the evening once a week to start, as oily skin needs lightweight formulas and gentle exfoliating ingredients like lactic acid to control excess shine without heavy skin-softening oils.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This serum may not be the best fit for oily skin because the heavy smoothing ingredients like dimethicone can add an unwanted oily shine. Oily skin works best with lightweight, oil-free hydration and gentle exfoliating acids that clear pores without feeling heavy.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020Carboxymethyl chitosan derived from low molecular weight exhibited higher antioxidant properties, while high molecular weight carboxymethyl chitosan demonstrated significantly greater moisturizing effects on pig skin compared to untreated skin, distilled water, propylene glycol, and pure chitosan.
Polymers, 2020Topical spray powder containing hyaluronic acid and metallic silver reduced wound area, bacterial load, and improved overall clinical status and patient perception in 25 patients with chronic wounds over 28 days.
Journal of Wound Care, 2019Chlorogenic acid-functionalized silver nanoparticles of Citrus sinensis in a gel matrix achieved a particle size of 71.78 nm and an entrapment efficiency of 79.42%, providing an effective drug carrier system for the topical treatment of acne.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023Topical delivery of silver nanoparticles promotes rapid wound healing and improves cosmetic appearance in a dose-dependent manner in an animal model through antimicrobial properties, reduced inflammation, and modulation of fibrogenic cytokines.
ChemMedChem, 2007Topical 2% chitosan applied after microneedling increased mean hair density by 30.5% in patients with hair loss, comparable to the 22.3% increase seen with 5% minoxidil and significantly greater than the untreated control group.
The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 2026Topical chitosan nanoparticles loaded with nicotinamide achieved a 73% reduction in inflammatory acne lesions compared to untreated areas in patients suffering from acne vulgaris.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2020Quaternized carboxymethyl chitosan/organic montmorillonite nanocomposite demonstrated superior moisture-adsorption and retention compared to hyaluronic acid, good UV-protection ability, negligible dermal irritation, and prominent moisture-retention efficacy on human stratum corneum when formulated into a cosmetic cream.
Carbohydrate Polymers, 2017Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020A 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, 2001A 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, 2025
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Bergamot Oil Fruit, Grapefruit Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Citrus Peel Oil Tangerina Peel Oil
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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