47 Skin Serum for dry sensitive skin
Silver Chitoderm
Azelaic Acid
Glycerin
Dimethicone
Average
- AverageDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for dry sensitive skin; other serums 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 hydration for your dry skin due to the presence of glycerin, which acts as a humectant, and caprylic capric triglyceride to help moisturize, though it could benefit from more emollient ingredients to fully address dryness.
- Azelaic acid is present to offer some treatment for acne-prone skin by reducing blemishes.
- The formula is safe for your dry and sensitive skin as it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients, minimizing irritation risks.
How to apply
- Use this PM routine for your evening skincare. Start using the serum 3 times a week and increase to daily use if your skin feels comfortable.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, but right before your moisturizer. This step locks in deep hydration for dry skin.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin using your palms. Let it absorb completely for a minute ⏱ before applying your next product.
- Since your skin is sensitive, apply the serum on completely dry skin for better tolerance and less irritation.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Always do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin reacts well.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 6.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this serum is highly effective for clearing active breakouts and fading acne scars without causing dryness. Thousands of users report significant improvements in acne and redness, with many experiencing their clearest skin. A smaller number of users found it ineffective for hormonal acne or saw no visible changes. The product is also noted for its hydrating properties and pleasant texture, though some find it expensive for the size and a few sensitive-skinned individuals experienced irritation from the scent.
Highlights
Clears breakouts Mostly Mentioned
- “cleared spots in four days”
- “stopped flare-ups completely”
- “reduced inflammation overnight”
- “clearest skin in 10 years”
Fades scarring Often Mentioned
- “scars are fading fast”
- “dramatically faded red pigmentation”
- “helped with appearance of marks”
- “skin tone is much more even”
Hydrating, non-drying Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin hydrated and glowy”
- “doesn't dry out my skin”
- “skin feels soft and plump”
- “moisturizing enough to skip cream”
Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “smells like chocolate orange”
- “absorbs quickly”
- “feels luxurious”
- “nice base under makeup”
High price Sometimes Noted
- “very pricey for the size”
- “trial size lasted only three days”
- “expensive but works”
- “bottle runs out quickly”
Ineffective for some Rarely Noted
- “made no difference at all”
- “didn't work for my son”
- “waste of money”
- “saw no change after a month”
Irritation/scent Rarely Noted
- “smell is too strong”
- “caused irritation”
- “contains too many fruit oils”
- “stung my sensitive skin”
Subscription issues Rarely Noted
- “mistakenly signed up for subscription”
- “cleanser arrived broken”
- “hard to cancel”
- “delivery took too long”
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Questions and answers
How well does 47 SKIN Serum work for dry sensitive skin?
This serum works moderately well for dry sensitive skin by offering some hydration and reducing blemishes, though it is unlikely to fully address dryness. A product of this type needs rich moisturizing ingredients, ceramides, and vitamins to fully hydrate and protect this skin.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin and caprylic capric triglyceride help moisturize dry skin, while the formula avoids harsh ingredients to keep sensitive skin safe from irritation. Because your skin needs richer care, a product of this type needs more softening ingredients to fully address dryness.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Life, 2023
What does Silver Chitoderm do for dry sensitive skin?
Silver Chitoderm helps soothe dry, sensitive skin by providing a calming layer that locks in moisture and keeps the skin soft and smooth. It is unlikely to cause irritation, making it a gentle choice for calming red or flaky areas.
What does Azelaic Acid do for dry sensitive skin?
Azelaic acid is generally not an ideal fit for dry sensitive skin because it may cause stinging, irritation, or dryness, though it can help calm redness and soothe inflammation when formulated gently. To work well for dry sensitive skin, a product of this type needs calming plant extracts, rich moisturizers, and barrier-repairing ingredients to keep the skin soft and comfortable.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This treatment serum goes in the evening routine after your cleansing and toning steps, followed by your moisturizer. Putting this step in the evening keeps things simple and helps avoid extra sensitivity around sun exposure.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment with retinol by applying your retinol first at night, followed by this serum, though a product of this type for dry sensitive skin needs extra rich, soothing moisturizers to fully comfort dry areas.
How often should I use this serum?
This serum is used in the evening as part of your routine. It is unlikely to irritate your dry and sensitive skin, but a product of this type needs richer softening ingredients to fully address dryness.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This serum is unlikely to cause breakouts or clog pores on dry sensitive skin as its formula avoids harsh ingredients that trigger irritation. It contains glycerin and caprylic capric triglyceride to moisturize, though dry skin generally needs richer, softening ingredients to feel fully smooth and comfortable.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Life, 2023
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
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 an emollient emulsion containing 15.0% caprylic/capric triglyceride doubled the amount of urocanic acid isomers and increased skin hydration with reduced transepidermal water loss in healthy subjects, though it did not prevent ultraviolet-induced urocanic acid isomerization.
Life, 2023Azelaic acid nanocrystal hydrogel 10% achieved a higher success rate and greater lesion reduction than azelaic acid cream 20% in patients with mild to moderate facial acne.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Application of 15% azelaic acid gel significantly reduced post-inflammatory erythema and hyperpigmentation, decreased hemoglobin and melanin content, improved quality of life, and contributed to acne improvement in patients with mild to moderate acne compared to placebo.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2024Topical application of a dermocosmetic containing Myrtus communis extract and azelaic acid reduced acne relapses and helped maintain remission compared to a light moisturizing cream in adult females in the acne maintenance phase over 16 weeks.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2023Topical administration of 20% azelaic acid cream and 5% tranexamic acid solution comparably improved acne-related postinflammatory hyperpigmentation in patients with acne vulgaris, while tranexamic acid demonstrated a significantly better safety profile at week 4.
Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 2023Azelaic acid 15% gel showed comparable efficacy to adapalene 0.1% gel in reducing lesions, severity, and Dermatology Life Quality Index in women with adult acne, with significantly lower dryness and scaling, and demonstrated superiority during maintenance compared to no further treatment.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2015The 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, 2012Wearing an N95 mask alone compared to using dimethicone cream or hydrocolloid dressing caused more adverse skin reactions among 73 military health care workers, with no significant differences in fit test failure rates between groups.
Military Medicine, 2024Treatment with a moisturizer containing dimethicone and glycerine increased epidermal thickness by 0.019 mm, improved barrier function by decreasing transepidermal water loss by 13%, decreased melanin intensity, and induced keratins 6 and 16 in fifteen women with moderately photoaged forearms.
Clinical and Experimental Dermatology, 2007Externally applied substances such as ceramides, hyaluronic acid, licorice extracts, dimethicone, petrolatum, and paraffin wax treat skin disease resulting from damage to the skin barrier.
Clinics in Dermatology, 2012
Why other serums fit dry sensitive skin better
Tocopherol succinate-loaded ethosomal gel increased skin deposition, stability, moisture, and mechanical properties in 13 human subjects compared to a control gel over 12 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022In 50 participants with sensitive skin, a Ceramide NP C15-containing emollient improved skin barrier function with a significant reduction in transepidermal water loss and induced modest changes in skin microbiota compared to the vehicle.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2026Hydrogels containing vitamin E-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers exhibited better occlusive properties and long-lasting effects, while vitamin E-loaded nanoemulsions performed a faster skin hydration effect and were selected as more attractive for skin application.
Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2019
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Silver Chitoderm, Azelaic 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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