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d'Alba Piedmont UV Essence Waterfull+ for oily skin

High

  • HighOily Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for oily skin; a few sunscreens fit it even better.

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 suitability for your oily skin, as Niacinamide helps regulate sebum and Centella Asiatica Extract calms inflammation, though it lacks specific ingredients to directly combat oily shine.
  • The formula provides excellent sun protection with a blend of UV filters suitable for your skin type.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing extracts like Centella Asiatica and Portulaca Oleracea.

How to apply

  • Use this moisturizing sunscreen daily in your AM routine. Reapply every two hours when exposed to direct sun.
  • Apply this moisturizing sunscreen as the final step of your morning routine after your moisturizer.
  • Smooth an even layer of the moisturizing sunscreen over your face and neck, avoiding harsh rubbing.
  • Apply the moisturizing sunscreen onto clean, dry skin for the best protection and even coverage.
  • Avoid the immediate eye area and discontinue use if any irritation occurs.

People Say

★4.8Overall rating based on 700+ reviews

This chemical sunscreen is highly regarded for its lightweight, essence-like texture that absorbs quickly without a white cast, making it suitable for daily use and as a makeup primer. It offers significant hydration and a dewy finish, which is particularly appreciated by those with dry and combination skin. However, some users with very oily skin have noted it can appear too shiny or rich, especially in humid conditions.

Highlights

  • Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly”
    • “essence-like consistency”
    • “melts into skin”
  • No white cast Mostly Mentioned
    • “completely transparent”
    • “clear finish”
    • “no chalkiness”
  • Makeup compatibility Often Mentioned
    • “great primer”
    • “no pilling”
    • “foundation sits well”
  • Moisturizing Often Mentioned
    • “skips moisturizer step”
    • “hydrating feel”
    • “dewy glow”
  • Non-sticky Sometimes Noted
    • “fresh feeling”
    • “no tacky residue”
    • “comfortable wear”
  • Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
    • “citrus scent”
    • “essential oils”
    • “overpowering smell”
  • Too dewy/greasy Sometimes Noted
    • “shiny on oily skin”
    • “greasy finish”
    • “too rich”
  • Alcohol content Rarely Noted
    • “contains ethanol”
    • “alcohol smell”
    • “drying over time”
  • Eye stinging Rarely Noted
    • “burns eyes”
    • “stings when sweating”
    • “eye irritation”
  • Price Rarely Noted
    • “expensive”
    • “small bottle”
    • “premium price”

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Questions and answers

What makes d'Alba Piedmont UV Essence Waterfull+ a great fit for oily skin?

This moisturizer and SPF is a great fit for your oily skin because it offers excellent sun protection and a very safe formula that is unlikely to cause irritation. Niacinamide helps regulate sebum and Centella Asiatica extract calms inflammation.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024

Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?

This cream is a good fit for oily skin because niacinamide helps regulate sebum and centella asiatica extract calms inflammation. It also provides reliable sun protection without harsh ingredients that could irritate your skin.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

What does Octinoxate do for oily skin?

Octinoxate protects oily skin from UV damage while being unlikely to disturb natural skin bacteria or trigger breakouts. It provides reliable sun protection without feeling heavy on shine-prone skin.

Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013

What does Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate do for oily skin?

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate helps protect oily skin from UV rays as a chemical sunscreen filter. It has a good safety profile and is unlikely to cause irritation when used in sunscreens.

European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2017

Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily skin?

This moisturizing sunscreen goes last in your morning routine, right after your moisturizer. It is unlikely to cause irritation and helps protect your skin from the sun while keeping it calm.

International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024

Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this moisturizing spf in the morning after applying your treatment, as it is a great fit for your oily skin and provides high sun protection with a very safe profile. Applying a soothing sunscreen over your morning treatment helps protect sensitive skin from UV rays without causing irritation.

How often should I use this cream?

You can use this moisturizing SPF every morning as the final step of your daytime routine. Regular daily application helps protect your skin from the sun while keeping it comfortable.

Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024

Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?

This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin, as its UV filters do not disrupt acne-related skin bacteria and soothing ingredients help calm inflammation. However, because it lacks specific shine-controlling ingredients, some users with oily skin may experience a greasy finish.

Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (limonene and citral).

What the research says

  • Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.

    Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
  • 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, 2023
  • Liposomal encapsulation of octyl methoxycinnamate increases its safety, skin affinity, and in vivo solar photoprotection factor while slowing its release and enhancing retention in the stratum corneum compared to a conventional formulation.

    International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013
  • The application of a sunscreen formulation containing ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, ethylhexyl salicylate, methyl anthranilate, and octocrylene does not significantly affect critical acne-related species such as Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis, refuting the induction of facial dysbiosis in men.

    Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024
  • Replacing 20% of the chemical UV filter octyl methoxycinnamate with urucum oil in solid lipid nanoparticles maintained the skin protection factor without inducing toxic responses or significant skin penetration in human volunteers.

    Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2018
  • Encapsulation of ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate and butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane in lipid microparticles significantly reduced their in vivo human skin penetration compared to nonencapsulated filters.

    Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2011
  • Multilamellar liposomes containing octyl methoxycinnamate increased stratum corneum accumulation and reduced deeper skin penetration compared to conventional emulsions and small unilamellar liposomes in six volunteers, resulting in a slightly better sun protection factor.

    Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2008
  • Oral and dermal administration of Uvinul A plus resulted in three major urinary metabolites accounting for 52% of the oral dose, with a very low estimated daily systemic exposure of 8.1-9.3 μg/d in volunteers not intentionally exposed.

    International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health, 2020
  • Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
  • Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.

    The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008
  • Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.

    Dermatologic Surgery, 2005
  • Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.

    Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020
  • 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, 2017
  • Moisturizer 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, 2019
  • Topical application of curcumin or turmeric treats various skin conditions by leveraging antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.

    Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2023
  • Topical formulations of curcumin target oxidative damage and inflammation to improve wound healing in animal models.

    Drug Discovery Today, 2017
  • A curcumin-loaded spanlastic anti-aging gel utilizing formula F5 incorporated into 2% HPMC E50 demonstrated sustained release action, compatibility, and the ability to penetrate skin layers to a depth of about 112.5 um without signs of irritation.

    Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2024

Ingredients

Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Homosalate, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Silica, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Pentylene Glycol, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Vine Extract Flower Leaf, Tuber Magnatum Extract, Wine Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil Mandarin Orange Peel Oil, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Litsea Cubeba Oil Fruit, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Caprylic Capric Succinic Triglyceride, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, Propanediol, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Octyldodecanol, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Tocopherol, Sodium Pca, Glucose, Limonene, Citral

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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