Advanced Clinicals Collagen Skin Rescue Lotion for acne-prone skin
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Aloe Barbadensis
Camellia Sinensis
Chamomile
GlycerinLow
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A weak match for acne-prone skin; the moisturizers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 suitability for combination skin, as glycerin provides hydration, but lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control on oily areas, and the hydrolyzed collagen is not specialized for your acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
- The presence of aloe barbadensis leaf juice and camellia sinensis leaf extract offers soothing benefits, which are generally supportive for your skin.
- The product is safe for your acne-prone skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of calming components.
How to apply
- Use your moisturizer twice a day in your AM and PM routines. Apply it daily to help keep breakouts under control.
- Apply after your cleanser and toner, and make sure to use your SPF right after in the morning.
- Gently spread a small amount of moisturizer over your face using soft motions. Let it absorb into the skin for a minute before getting dressed or applying makeup.
- Apply on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra moisture. This keeps your combination skin balanced without feeling heavy.
- Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use. Stop using if you feel any irritation.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this lotion is highly regarded for its ability to deeply hydrate and soften dry, crepey, or uneven skin texture. Users frequently report that it leaves skin feeling soft and firmer without a greasy residue. While it excels at providing a smooth, plump appearance through intense moisturization, some users note that its anti-aging effects are more cosmetic than transformative.
Highlights
Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
- “Instantly quenches thirsty skin”
- “Keeps skin hydrated all day”
- “Relieves dry, tight skin”
Affordable price Often Mentioned
- “Great value for the size”
- “Low price, high quality”
- “Economical for daily use”
Fast absorbing Often Mentioned
- “Absorbs quickly”
- “No sticky film”
- “Melts into the skin”
Fragrance-free Sometimes Noted
- “No added scent”
- “Perfect for sensitive skin”
- “Doesn't clash with perfume”
Non-greasy feel Sometimes Noted
- “Not greasy or oily”
- “Leaves skin feeling smooth”
- “No heavy residue”
Limited anti-aging Sometimes Noted
- “Didn't see major wrinkle reduction”
- “Results are only temporary”
- “Not a miracle cure”
Insufficient moisture Rarely Noted
- “Not moisturizing enough for very dry skin”
- “Need to reapply often”
- “Felt dry after a while”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “Twist-off cap is inconvenient”
- “Hard to get last bit out”
- “Pump would be better”
Potential irritation Rarely Noted
- “Caused minor breakout”
- “Skin felt itchy”
- “Not suitable for my sensitive face”
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Questions and answers
Why is Advanced Clinicals Collagen Skin Rescue Lotion a weak match for acne-prone skin?
Advanced Clinicals Collagen Skin Rescue Lotion is a weak match for your acne-prone skin because it lacks sufficient ingredients for oil control, and its collagen does not target breakouts. A moisturizing treatment for this skin needs effective ingredients for acne and blemishes, soothing extracts, and hydrating agents that balance oily areas without causing irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2013
Which ingredients make this lotion a poor fit for acne-prone skin?
This lotion is a weak match for your skin because mineral oil and isopropyl myristate can clog pores, and it lacks specialized ingredients for managing acne. A moisturizing treatment for acne-prone skin needs ingredients that control oil and target breakouts effectively while keeping skin calm and hydrated.
What does Hydrolyzed Collagen do for acne-prone skin?
Hydrolyzed Collagen is unlikely to treat acne directly, but it may help improve overall skin hydration and elasticity as part of your routine. This type of product needs added ingredients like niacinamide or soothing plant extracts to effectively calm breakouts and care for acne-prone skin.
What does Aloe Vera do for acne-prone skin?
Aloe vera helps calm acne-prone skin by reducing redness, swelling, and the number of blemishes. It works well to soothe irritated areas while keeping the skin smooth and comfortable.
Where does this lotion go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This moisturizing treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before your final moisturizer, or as your daytime moisturizer following a hydrating toner. Although this lotion is safe and unlikely to cause irritation, it is a weak match for your skin because it lacks oil control ingredients and targets for breakouts. Acne-prone skin needs lightweight moisturizers with oil-balancing ingredients and blemish-fighting actives to stay clear and balanced.
Can I use this lotion with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this lotion with retinol by applying it after your retinol treatment to help keep your skin calm and moisturized. This type of routine for acne-prone skin needs lightweight hydration and ingredients that actively clear pores and control oil.
How often should I use this lotion?
You can safely use this moisturizing treatment daily on acne-prone skin, as it includes calming ingredients like aloe and green tea extract that help soothe the skin without causing irritation. However, because it is a weak match for your breakouts, an acne-prone skin type of this product needs specialized ingredients that actively target blemishes and provide strong oil control.
Dermatology, 2003Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Can this lotion clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This lotion is unlikely to clog pores or cause irritation on acne-prone skin, as it contains calming ingredients and lacks harsh components. However, because it relies heavily on mineral oil and lacks oil-controlling ingredients, acne-prone skin needs a lightweight, non-greasy formula with targeted blemish-fighting ingredients.
Can I use this lotion around the eyes or on my body?
This moisturizing treatment is generally safe to use on the body, but a product of this type needs specialized ingredients for breakouts and oil control to truly fit acne-prone skin.
Is this lotion 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
An anti-acne hydrogel containing Aloe barbadensis, Garcinia mangostana, and Camellia sinensis extracts showed superior antiacne and antiblotch activities compared to 1% clindamycin gel in sixty subjects with mild-moderate acne.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Epigallocatechin-3-gallate significantly improved acne in patients compared to the control side during an 8-week clinical trial.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2013Topical application of (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) to human skin before UV irradiation decreases UV-induced production of hydrogen peroxide by 68-90% and nitric oxide by 30-100%, inhibits leukocyte infiltration and lipid peroxidation by 41-84%, and restores glutathione levels and glutathione peroxidase activity compared to UV exposure alone.
Carcinogenesis, 2001A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 2023Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010Formulations containing 0.10%, 0.25%, and 0.50% freeze-dried Aloe vera extract increased stratum corneum water content compared with the vehicle in 20 female subjects, while transepidermal water loss was not modified.
Skin Research and Technology, 2006Topical green tea extract significantly improved clinical symptoms, tear breakup times, and meibomian gland health compared to standard treatment in patients with dry eye and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017Topical low-dose green tea extract reduces UVB-induced p53 expression and apoptosis in human skin keratinocytes compared to placebo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2009Topical application of green tea extract encapsulated chitosan microparticles improved skin elasticity, melanin index, and facial wrinkles compared to a placebo in female volunteers without causing skin irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Apigenin protects against UVA-induced cytotoxicity and senescence in normal human dermal fibroblasts, decreases MMP-1 expression, and when applied topically as a cream in human subjects, increases dermal density and elasticity while reducing fine wrinkle length, skin evenness, moisture content, and transepidermal water loss compared to control cream.
International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2016Topical chamomile oil combined with a night splint significantly improved the symptomatic and functional status of patients with severe carpal tunnel syndrome compared to placebo, while electrodiagnostic parameters showed no significant changes.
Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 2015German chamomile solution applied twice a day healed peristomal skin lesions significantly faster than once-a-day 1% hydrocortisone ointment in colostomy patients, with a mean healing time of 8.89 days versus 14.53 days.
Ostomy/wound Management, 2011A 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, 2001
Why other moisturizers fit acne-prone skin better
Co-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 panthenol-enriched mask improved skin hydration, regulated sebum, and reduced redness and TEWL across dry sensitive, oily sensitive, and oily acne skin subgroups with excellent tolerance and no adverse reactions.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024A facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract significantly reduced inflammatory acne lesions compared to placebo in 66 participants with mild-to-moderate maskne over 12 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Mineral Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Isopropyl Myristate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Ceteareth-20, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium Edta, Maltodextrin, Phenoxyethanol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide
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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