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The Nue Co. Skin Filter Serum for combination skin

Average

  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for combination skin; other products 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 your combination skin, as glycolic acid and lactic acid provide mild chemical exfoliation to address oily shine. Zinc PCA further aids in seboregulation, making it suitable for your skin type.
  • Galactoarabinan and sodium hyaluronate offer hydration, though stronger humectant support could enhance overall comfort for combination skin.
  • The formula is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.

How to apply

  • Use this exfoliant product in your PM routine starting once a week, then increase frequency carefully if your skin feels fine.
  • Apply this exfoliant step after cleansing and toner, but right before your moisturizer.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliant into your skin and wait a minute before layering.
  • Apply the exfoliant to clean, dry skin to help control your oily shine comfortably.
  • Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.1Overall rating based on 700+ reviews

This serum is frequently praised for delivering a radiant, filtered complexion and improving skin texture without irritation. Users often report brighter, more hydrated skin with diminished fine lines, making it suitable for sensitive and combination skin types. Some users find the price point high and note a sticky texture during application.

Highlights

  • Visible skin glow Mostly Mentioned
    • “Instant radiant glow”
    • “Skin looks filtered”
    • “Lovely healthy glow”
  • Gentle, non-irritating Often Mentioned
    • “No redness or irritation”
    • “Perfect for sensitive skin”
    • “Gentle retinol alternative”
  • High price Often Mentioned
    • “Pricey but good”
    • “Expensive for the size”
    • “Hard to justify cost”
  • Hydrating formula Sometimes Noted
    • “Skin feels plumped”
    • “Deeply hydrates skin”
    • “Not greasy or oily”
  • Improves texture Sometimes Noted
    • “Smoother skin texture”
    • “Refined visible pores”
    • “Evened out tone”
  • Mixed results Rarely Noted
    • “Didn't see major change”
    • “Not great for me”
    • “No noticeable difference”
  • Sticky texture Rarely Noted
    • “Feels a bit sticky”
    • “Takes time to absorb”
    • “Slightly tacky finish”

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Questions and answers

How well does The Nue Co. Skin Filter work for combination skin?

The Nue Co. Skin Filter Serum works well for combination skin by providing moderate chemical exfoliation to help with oily shine while keeping the skin safe from irritation. However, it offers only basic hydration, and an exfoliant treatment of this type needs stronger hydrating ingredients like niacinamide and propolis to fully balance combination skin without causing dryness.

The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020

Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for combination skin?

Glycolic acid, lactic acid, and zinc PCA make this serum a good fit for combination skin because they help control oily shine, while galactoarabinan and sodium hyaluronate provide hydration. To fit combination skin even better, a product of this type needs ingredients like niacinamide and propolis that offer deep hydration, brighten the skin, and balance oiliness without making dry areas dry or oily areas greasy.

The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020

What does Phyto-Retinal do for combination skin?

Phyto-Retinal helps smooth and balance combination skin by targeting signs of aging while keeping the skin calm and clear. It is unlikely to cause irritation, making it a gentle option to help improve firmness and radiance. A product of this type for this skin needs plant extracts and ingredients that balance oil and moisture without heavy greasiness.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2020Dermatology, 2026

What does Glycolic Acid do for combination skin?

Glycolic acid helps smooth and brighten combination skin by gently loosening dead surface cells to speed up skin renewal. This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation when used properly, but it needs a reliable sunscreen during the day since it makes skin more sensitive to the sun.

Acta Dermato-venereologica, 1995Archives of Dermatological Research, 1997

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

This serum goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before moisturizing. Combination skin of this type needs stronger hydrating ingredients along with these exfoliants to keep the skin comfortable.

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

You can use this serum with retinol, but apply them on alternating nights to prevent irritation. This product needs stronger hydrating ingredients to keep combination skin comfortable.

How often should I use this serum?

Start by using this exfoliant treatment once a week in the evening, and if your combination skin tolerates it well and shows good results, you may carefully use it more often. Combination skin of this type needs stronger hydrating ingredients to enhance overall comfort.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024

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

This serum is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on combination skin because it avoids harsh ingredients and helps control oily shine. To work best for this skin type, it needs stronger hydrating ingredients to keep dry areas comfortable while treating oily zones.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019

Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Topical nicotinamide plus an antibacterial adhesive agent and zinc-pyrrolidone carboxylic acid combined with adapalene significantly reduced noninflammatory acne lesions by the second week of therapy compared to placebo with adapalene in patients with moderate acne vulgaris.

    The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020
  • Glycolic acid, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and licochalcone A combined with 0.1% adapalene showed no hindrance compared to adapalene monotherapy and provided benefits in reducing complications in 25 subjects with mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
  • Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.

    Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
  • Hyaluronic acid extracts are safe and efficacious products for skin repair when used in tissue regeneration alone or in combination with herbal or Western medicine.

    Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015
  • Topical bakuchiol 0.5% applied twice daily compared with retinol 0.5% applied daily significantly decreased wrinkle surface area and hyperpigmentation with no statistical difference between the compounds in 44 patients over 12 weeks, while retinol users reported more facial skin scaling and stinging.

    The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019
  • A dermocosmetic containing bakuchiol, Ginkgo biloba extract, and mannitol improves inflammatory lesions, Investigator Global Assessment, and seborrhea intensity when added to adapalene 0.1% gel in patients with acne vulgaris.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015
  • Topical application of a serum containing supramolecular Bakuchiol and Terminalia chebula extract significantly improved barrier function, reduced redness and sensitivity, and improved wrinkles and elasticity in 34 Chinese subjects with sensitive skin after 28 days.

    Health Science Reports, 2025
  • Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.

    International Journal of Dermatology, 2000
  • Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.

    Dermatologic Surgery, 2017
  • Topical 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, 2011
  • Topical 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, 2022
  • Treatment 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
  • Bakuchiol functions as an anti-aging compound through retinol-like regulation of gene expression, producing significant improvements in lines, wrinkles, pigmentation, elasticity, firmness, and photo-damage after 12 weeks of twice-a-day facial application without usual retinol therapy-associated undesirable effects.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2014
  • A nature-based bakuchiol-containing cleanser and moisturizer improved visual and tactile smoothness, clarity, radiance, overall appearance, global anti-aging, and skin moisture content by 16% in 60 female subjects with sensitive mild to moderate photodamaged skin over 4 weeks.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2020
  • Bakuchiol demonstrated multidirectional antiageing efficacy in in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo studies, sharing features with retinol while uniquely stimulating extracellular matrix components, epidermal regeneration, and wound healing.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2022
  • Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.

    Cutis, 2004
  • Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.

    Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992
  • A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.

    The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Isoamyl Laurate, Heptyl Glucoside, Galactoarabinan, Sclerotium Gum, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Bakuchiol, Sodium Hydroxide, Maltodextrin, Caffeine, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Isoamyl Cocoate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Zinc Pca, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Lemon Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sugar Maple Extract, Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Nephelium Lappaceum Extract, Heptanol, Pinus Strobus Bark Extract

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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