# E45 Cream for combination skin

**Lovi Fit: Low fit for combination skin.**
Combination Skin Fit: Low · Effectiveness: Average · Safety: Concerning.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/combination-skin

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for France.

Brand: [E45](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/brands/e45)
Category: [Moisturizers and moisturizing serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/best/moisturizers)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

A weak match for combination skin; the moisturizers alongside fit it better.

## Why this fit

- Offers moderate moisturizing for your combination skin due to glycerin and paraffinum liquidum, which hydrate and enhance barrier resilience, but the occlusive nature of paraffinum liquidum may be unsuitable for your oily shine concerns.
- The formula provides general skincare benefits that are mostly supportive rather than directly addressing your oily shine.

## Fit by skin type

- [Oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/oily-skin): Caution
- [Dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/dry-skin): High
- [Combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/combination-skin): Low (this page)
- [Sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/sensitive-skin): Average
- [Acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/acne-prone-skin): Low
- [Skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/dark-spots): Average
- [Mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/mature-skin): Average
- [Dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin): High
- [Oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/e45/cream/for/oily-acne-prone-skin): Caution

## Key ingredients

White Soft Paraffin, Light Liquid Paraffin, Anhydrous Lanolin Medilan, Glyceryl Monostearate, Citric Acid Monohydrate

## 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, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/))
- The 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, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31532576/))
- Topical treatment with skin-identical lipids in a petrolatum-rich cream base showed no superiority over pure petrolatum in promoting normalization of barrier recovery and inflammation in detergent- and tape-stripped-perturbed human skin over 14 days. ([Acta Dermato-venereologica, 2000](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11243632/))
- Topically applied extra virgin olive oil and petrolatum both significantly improved skin barrier function and microtopographic features in 54 healthy adult volunteers, with petrolatum exerting stronger occlusive effects and extra virgin olive oil uniquely promoting epidermal renewal. ([Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40649050/))
- Repeated application of concentrated water-in-oil emulsions over four weeks caused no skin irritation, positively affected skin properties, and delivered almost 50% of the applied fluorescein sodium, with isopropyl myristate showing superior penetration performance compared to liquid paraffin in healthy volunteers. ([International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31525444/))
- Daily bathing with an emulsified lanolin and mineral oil bath additive significantly reduced dry skin severity on the lower legs of patients compared to usual bath soap over 17 days. ([Cutis, 1981](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7307569/))
- Sunscreen formulations containing ethoxylated lanolin as an additional film former resulted in lower and constant physical-mechanical parameters and a higher and better reproducible SPF compared to the formulation without it. ([International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33549814/))
- Nanoemulsion-based lanolin derivatives increased skin hydration and oiliness without changing cutaneous pH values and proved non-toxic by causing no skin irritation. ([Molecules, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26927034/))
- A novel composition containing salicylic acid, capryloyl salicylic acid, HEPES, glycolic acid, citric acid, and dioic acid showed similar tolerance and efficacy compared with clindamycin 1% and benzoyl peroxide 5% gel in subjects with acne vulgaris. ([Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23545907/))
- Daily treatment with a facial serum containing multiple acids reduced post-inflammatory hyperchromia lesion grade and number by 29.4% at 56 days, and decreased skin oiliness by 30.7% at 7 days in Brazilian patients with acne vulgaris. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617668/))
- Topical 20% citric acid lotion increases viable epidermal thickness and dermal glycosaminoglycan content in sun-damaged skin compared to vehicle alone. ([Dermatologic Surgery, 1997](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9256916/))

## What reviewers say

While widely celebrated for being gentle and fragrance-free, some users with oily or acne-prone skin find it too heavy or comedogenic for facial use.

- Liked: Soothes dry skin (mostly mentioned)
- Liked: Gentle and fragrance-free (often mentioned)
- Liked: Improves skin texture (often mentioned)
- Liked: Excellent value (sometimes noted)
- Liked: Versatile multi-purpose (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Greasy or sticky (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Causes breakouts (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Lanolin sensitivity (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Packaging issues (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Use this moisturizer in your AM and PM routine every day to control shine. Always pair with SPF in the morning.
- Apply this moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your morning SPF.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin and avoid harsh rubbing. Let it ⏳absorb for a minute.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help it lock in moisture better. This keeps your combination skin balanced.
- Avoid the eye area when applying the moisturizer. Do a patch test before your first use.
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/2f72f5d69f07beeafc30237f829efbff.mp4

## Questions and answers

### Why is E45 Cream a weak match for combination skin?

E45 Cream is a weak match for combination skin because its heavy, heavy mineral oils may worsen your oily shine while providing only moderate hydration. A moisturizer for this skin needs effective brightening and hydrating ingredients that target oily shine and balance hydration without feeling heavy.
Sources: [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### Which ingredients make this cream a poor fit for combination skin?

Paraffinum liquidum makes this cream a poor fit for your combination skin because its heavy, sealing nature may worsen oily shine. A moisturizer for this skin needs ingredients that provide hydration and brightness while reducing excess oil without causing irritation.

### What does White Soft Paraffin do for combination skin?

White Soft Paraffin helps lock in moisture and protects dry areas of combination skin by sealing the surface to prevent water loss. Because it is very heavy, it may feel too greasy on the oilier parts of the face and is best used sparingly.
Sources: [Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1564142/), [The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26431582/)

### What does Light Liquid Paraffin do for combination skin?

Light liquid paraffin helps keep combination skin soft and smooth by holding in moisture and improving the skin barrier. It is unlikely to clog pores when used properly, making it a safe choice for balancing drier and oilier areas.
Sources: [International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22994201/)

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

This moisturizer goes near the end of your morning and evening routines, right before sunscreen in the day. Because heavy, sealing ingredients may not suit your oily shine, combination skin needs lightweight hydrators and balancing ingredients that soften the skin without adding extra oil.
Sources: [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32239984/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

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

You can use this cream with retinol by applying it after your retinol treatment to help soothe the skin. Combination skin needs a lighter, oil-free moisturizer with ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide that hydrate without adding extra shine or clogging pores.

### How often should I use this cream?

You can use this cream daily to help keep your combination skin hydrated, though its heavier, oily-feeling ingredients may not suit your shine concerns. Combination skin of this type needs lighter, balancing hydrators that soften the skin without adding extra oil.
Sources: [Health Science Reports, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34141902/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

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

This cream is unlikely to cause purging, but its heavy, oily ingredients may make breakouts more likely on your combination skin. A weaker match like this needs lighter hydrators and ingredients that balance oil without heavy blockers.

### Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?

This cream is suitable for use on the body, but application around the eyes requires caution as the skin there is much thinner and more delicate. A product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and gentle barrier-supporting ingredients that will not weigh down or irritate sensitive areas.
Sources: [Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12375070/)

### Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

## Alternatives for combination skin

- [Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/some-by-mi/yuja-niacin-brightening-moisture-gel-cream/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €17.90 at Amazon
- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/combination-skin) — High fit — €13.11 at Amazon
- [Anua Heartleaf 78% Soothing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/anua/heartleaf-78-soothing-cream/for/combination-skin) — High fit — €16.98 at Amazon

## Routine for combination skin

### AM

- Cleanser: [Paula's Choice RESIST Perfectly Balanced Foaming Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/perfectly-balanced-foaming-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €32.00 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [Paula's Choice Pore-Reducing Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/skin-balancing-pore-reducing-toner/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €36.00 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion with Birch Sap](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/cosrx/oil-free-ultra-moisturizing-lotion-with-birch-sap/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €17.47 at Amazon

### PM

- Pre-Cleanser: [Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/shu-uemura/ultime8-sublime-beauty-cleansing-oil/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €40.00 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [Paula's Choice RESIST Perfectly Balanced Foaming Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/perfectly-balanced-foaming-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €32.00 at Amazon
- Cleansing Toner: [Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €17.15 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-refining-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €86.15 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion with Birch Sap](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/cosrx/oil-free-ultra-moisturizing-lotion-with-birch-sap/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €17.47 at Amazon

### Weekly

- Pre-Cleanser: [Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/shu-uemura/ultime8-sublime-beauty-cleansing-oil/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €40.00 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [Paula's Choice RESIST Perfectly Balanced Foaming Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/perfectly-balanced-foaming-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €32.00 at Amazon
- Enzyme Powder: [Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/dermalogica/daily-microfoliant/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €49.00 at Amazon
- Cleansing Mask: [Herbivore Botanicals Blue Tansy Resurfacing Clarity Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/herbivore-botanicals/blue-tansy-bha-and-enzyme-pore-refining-mask/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €79.97 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [Paula's Choice Pore-Reducing Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/paula-s-choice/skin-balancing-pore-reducing-toner/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €36.00 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-refining-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €86.15 at Amazon

## Where to buy

- Amazon.fr: €15.95 (https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B001RYSEVK?tag=lovi-care-web-product06-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
Prices checked 5 Nov 2026.

## Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Paraffinum Liquidum, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Carbomer, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Sodium Hydroxide
## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this fit score: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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