Lancôme RÉNERGIE for combination skin
Glycerin
Dimethicone
Hyaluronic AcidCaution
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A poor match for combination skin; the moisturizers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 exfoliation for oily shine and combination skin due to the presence of capryloyl salicylic acid in concentrations that provide mild pore-refining benefits.
- Glycerin and hyaluronic acid offer moderate moisturizing for your combination skin, though additional ingredients would be needed for optimal results.
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.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 6.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently report that the Rénergie line excels at deep hydration and improving skin texture, with many noticing a visible "plumping" effect that smooths fine lines. While results on deep wrinkles vary, the products are widely praised for creating a softer, brighter complexion and working well under makeup.
Highlights
Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
- “absorbs quickly”
- “non-greasy finish”
- “silky and lightweight”
- “glides on effortlessly”
Deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “skin felt so nourished”
- “long-lasting hydration”
- “felt more hydrated”
- “relieved my dry skin”
High price point Often Mentioned
- “expensive as hell”
- “price is quite high”
- “hard to justify cost”
- “waiting for a sale”
Innovative packaging Sometimes Noted
- “triple-chamber keeps ingredients fresh”
- “love the refillable jar”
- “cool pump design”
- “looks luxurious on vanity”
Visible firming Sometimes Noted
- “skin looks plumper”
- “firmer and smoother”
- “jawline looks tighter”
- “bouncy skin feel”
Pump malfunctions Sometimes Noted
- “dispenser stopped working”
- “pump distributes too much”
- “hard to get product out”
- “chambers don't pump evenly”
Skin irritation Rarely Noted
- “caused a breakout”
- “burning sensation”
- “red rash appeared”
- “stung my eyes”
Strong fragrance Rarely Noted
- “scent is overpowering”
- “smells too floral”
- “irritated by the perfume”
- “prefer unscented skincare”
Sources: lovi.care, sephora.com, ulta.com, lancome-usa.com, walmart.com, hsn.com, and more
Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Lancôme Rénergie for combination skin?
Lovi advises caution because this moisturizing treatment provides only moderate hydration and pore-refining benefits for combination skin, leaving it in need of additional ingredients for optimal results. Combination skin for this product type needs effective brightening and moisturizing ingredients that reduce oily shine without irritation, along with soothing agents, antioxidants, and multiple peptides to balance diverse needs.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
Which ingredients make this cream a poor fit for combination skin?
This cream calls for caution on combination skin because while glycerin and hyaluronic acid provide moderate moisture, a product of this type needs additional hydrating and soothing ingredients, brightening agents, and antioxidants to properly balance oil and maintain overall skin health.
What does Glycerin do for combination skin?
Glycerin helps keep combination skin soft and smooth by pulling moisture in and keeping it there. It improves hydration and supports your skin barrier, which is unlikely to cause irritation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Dimethicone do for combination skin?
Dimethicone helps protect combination skin by forming a light barrier that smooths the surface without feeling heavy or greasy. It may keep skin soft and comfortable, though it is unlikely to deeply moisturize dry areas or control excess oil on its own.
Military Medicine, 2024Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2014
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine before your moisturizer, or you can use it as your daily moisturizer since it provides moderate hydration. However, because this is a poor match for combination skin, a product of this type needs extra hydrators and gentle exfoliants to truly balance oil and dryness.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You should exercise caution when using this treatment with retinol, as it may cause irritation on combination skin. To help manage this, apply your retinol first and follow it with this moisturizer once it absorbs, or use them on alternate nights.
How often should I use this cream?
You should use caution with this cream on combination skin, as it may only offer moderate moisturizing and needs additional ingredients like extra hydrators and balancing agents for optimal results.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This product is unlikely to clog pores for combination skin, and it may even help reduce oily shine with mild pore-refining benefits. However, because it is a poor match for your skin type, a product of this type needs additional hydrating and balancing ingredients to keep your skin fully comfortable and soft.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
This moisturizing treatment is generally not meant for the very thin skin found around the eyes or the thicker skin on the body. While it contains hydrating ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid, products used in those delicate or large areas usually require specific formulations for optimal safety and skin tolerance.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (alcohol denat).
What the research says
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, 2021A 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, 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, 2024A dimethicone skin protectant lotion significantly decreased visual scoring and transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control and SLS-only treated sites in 12 healthy humans exposed to sodium lauryl sulfate.
Skin Research and Technology, 2000Treatment 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, 2007Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Alcohol Denat, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Adenosine, Caffeine, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol
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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