# La Mer Moisturizing Cream for oily skin

**Lovi Fit: Caution fit for oily skin.**
Oily Skin Fit: Average · Effectiveness: High · Safety: Risky.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/la-mer/moisturizing-cream/for/oily-skin

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

Brand: [La Mer](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/la-mer)
Category: [Moisturizers and moisturizing serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/best/moisturizers)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

A poor match for oily skin; the moisturizers alongside fit it better.

## Why this fit

- Low suitability for oily skin as mineral oil and petrolatum provide emollient action but may be too heavy, potentially leading to a less than optimal experience for oily shine.
- Glycerin offers moderate moisturizing benefits, but the occlusive nature of the formula is largely irrelevant or mostly supportive for your oily skin concerns.

## Fit by skin type

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

## Key ingredients

Miracle Broth, Algae Extract, Glycerin, Lime Tea Concentrate, Vitamin E

## 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/))
- Treatment with lipid algae extract reduced the level of oxidized proteins in human keratinocytes and stratum corneum skin cells. ([Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 2004](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15247018/))
- Topical astaxanthin-loaded algae extract hydrogel and lipogel formulations exhibited the highest antioxidant activity and successful in vitro release, suggesting their potential as anti-aging formulations. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29745467/))
- Antarctic marine algae extracts increased cell viability, protected against inflammation, and enhanced the barrier integrity of human intestinal and keratinocyte cell lines damaged by lipopolysaccharide or ultraviolet radiation. ([Marine Drugs, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36135751/))
- 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/))
- Ten 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18498456/))
- Niacinamide/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, 2012](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22206073/))
- Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40642809/))
- Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate. ([Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/))
- Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38590207/))

## What reviewers say

Based on a very large amount of data, this moisturizer is highly regarded for its intense hydration and soothing properties, with many users reporting a radiant complexion and improved skin texture. However, a significant number of users find the cream to be excessively expensive and note that its heavy texture can lead to clogged pores or breakouts, while some find the fragrance to be overpowering.

- Liked: Intense hydration (mostly mentioned)
- Disliked: Exorbitant price (mostly mentioned)
- Liked: Plumping and glow (often mentioned)
- Liked: Soothing (often mentioned)
- Liked: Luxurious experience (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Breakouts (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Heavy texture (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Strong fragrance (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine every day to keep your face fresh.
- Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and toning, but right before your SPF in the morning.
- Gently press a small amount into your skin and let it absorb fully.
- Apply on clean, slightly dry skin to help control that oily shine.
- Avoid the eye area and do a quick patch test before your first use.
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/2f72f5d69f07beeafc30237f829efbff.mp4

## Questions and answers

### Why does Lovi advise caution with La Mer Moisturizing Cream for oily skin?

This cream is a poor match for oily skin because heavy ingredients like mineral oil and petrolatum may feel too thick and lead to extra shine. A product for this skin needs lightweight hydrators and peptides without heavy oils to maintain a balanced texture.

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

Mineral oil and petrolatum make this cream a poor fit for oily skin because they provide heavy richness that may lead to unwanted oily shine. A moisturizing treatment for oily skin needs lightweight hydrating agents and peptides, along with soothing ingredients, while lacking heavy oils to avoid clogged pores.

### What does Miracle Broth do for oily skin?

Miracle Broth helps calm and balance oily skin by reducing irritation and supporting the skin barrier. An average or weak fit for oily skin needs lightweight, non-greasy hydration and soothing marine extracts to control excess oil while keeping the skin soft and smooth.
Sources: [International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38003573/), [Marine Drugs, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40278278/)

### What does Algae Extract do for oily skin?

Algae extract helps balance oily skin by providing lightweight hydration and powerful antioxidants that calm the skin. This ingredient may also help reduce excess shine and protect against daily environmental stress without feeling heavy.
Sources: [Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 2004](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15247018/), [Marine Drugs, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32575468/)

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

This moisturizing treatment goes at the end of your evening routine after your treatment, or in the morning before your sunscreen. Because it contains heavy mineral oil and petrolatum, it may feel too thick for oily skin and lead to extra shine. Oily skin needs lightweight moisturizers with hydrating ingredients like glycerin instead of heavy petroleum ingredients.

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

You can use this moisturizing treatment with retinol, applying it after your retinol product has absorbed into the skin. While this formula provides helpful hydration through glycerin, its heavy mineral oil and petrolatum ingredients may be too rich for oily skin, which typically benefits from lightweight hydrators and non-clogging ingredients.
Sources: [Cutis, 2006](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17121065/)

### How often should I use this cream?

This heavy cream is a poor match for oily skin because ingredients like mineral oil and petrolatum may be too thick and lead to excess shine. Oily skin needs lighter hydrators like glycerin and refreshing lightweight gels that add moisture without heavy blocking layers.

### Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?

This cream may be too heavy for oily skin, as heavy ingredients like mineral oil and petrolatum can clog pores and potentially lead to breakouts. Oily skin generally needs lightweight, oil-free hydrators with ingredients like hyaluronic acid or niacinamide that keep skin soft without feeling heavy.

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

La Mer Moisturizing Cream can be applied around the eyes or on the body, though the skin around the eyes is the thinnest on the body and requires gentle care. This rich moisturizing treatment provides heavy hydration that may help very dry areas, but a product of this type needs lighter hydrating ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid for the delicate eye area.
Sources: [Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12375070/)

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

It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (limonene, geraniol, parfum, linalool, citronellol, citral, benzyl salicylate, and benzyl alcohol).

## Alternatives for oily skin

- [COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cosrx/advanced-snail-96-mucin-power-essence/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €14.07 at Amazon
- [Anua Heartleaf 78% Soothing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/anua/heartleaf-78-soothing-cream/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €35.21 at Amazon
- [Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Brightening Moisture Gel Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/some-by-mi/yuja-niacin-brightening-moisture-gel-cream/for/oily-skin) — High fit — €18.99 at Amazon

## Routine for oily skin

### AM

- Cleanser: [CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/foaming-facial-cleanser/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €21.45 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [SOME BY MI Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/some-by-mi/snail-truecica-miracle-repair-toner/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €19.99 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion with Birch Sap](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cosrx/oil-free-ultra-moisturizing-lotion-with-birch-sap/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €16.50 at Amazon
- SPF: [CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/am-facial-moisturizing-lotion-spf-30/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €15.64 at Amazon

### PM

- Pre-Cleanser: [Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/pyunkang-yul/deep-cleansing-oil/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €22.67 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/foaming-facial-cleanser/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €21.45 at Amazon
- Cleansing Toner: [Pixi Glow Tonic](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/pixi/glow-tonic/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €34.00 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/niacinamide-10-zinc-1/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €8.99 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion with Birch Sap](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cosrx/oil-free-ultra-moisturizing-lotion-with-birch-sap/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €16.50 at Amazon

### Weekly

- Pre-Cleanser: [Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/pyunkang-yul/deep-cleansing-oil/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €22.67 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/foaming-facial-cleanser/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €21.45 at Amazon
- Enzyme Powder: [Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/dermalogica/daily-microfoliant/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €76.00 at Amazon
- Cleansing Mask: [Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/dr-sebagh/deep-exfoliating-mask/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €82.85 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [SOME BY MI Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/some-by-mi/snail-truecica-miracle-repair-toner/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €19.99 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/niacinamide-10-zinc-1/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — €8.99 at Amazon

## Where to buy

- Amazon.ie: €244.73 (https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B012YKAUBC?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
Prices checked 5 Nov 2026.

## Ingredients

Algae Extract, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Glycerin, Isohexadecane, Microcrystalline Wax, Lanolin Alcohol, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil Leaf Eucalyptus Oil Leaf, Limonene, Geraniol, Hydrogenated Oil, Magnesium Sulfate, Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder, Medicago Sativa Seed Powder, Helianthus Annuus Seedcake Sunflower Seedcake, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal Seed, Sodium Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Calcium Gluconate, Magnesium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Potassium Gluconate, Paraffin, Paraffinum Liquidum, Parfum, Linalool, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Cinnamyl Alcohol
## 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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