SkinCeuticals Emollience for combination skin
Glycerin
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Grape Seed Oil
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Average
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for combination skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2021
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 suitability for your combination skin, as glycerin and macadamia ternifolia seed oil provide excellent hydration and enhance barrier resilience, though they may not fully address the oiliness in your T-zone.
- The inclusion of Vitis Vinifera seed oil offers general hydration benefits that can help with your oily shine.
- The product is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components like Aloe Barbadensis and Chamomilla Recutita Extract.
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
★4.5Overall rating based on 3.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this moisturizer is highly praised for providing deep, lasting hydration and a smooth, non-greasy finish, making it suitable for dry, normal, and sensitive skin types. It is also noted for its ability to layer well under makeup and other products, and for its soothing properties. Some users find it too heavy or potentially pore-clogging for oily skin, and a moderate number of reviews mention the high price point. A low number of users reported insufficient hydration.
Highlights
Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
- “Keeps my dry skin soft all day”
- “Notice my skin stays hydrated longer”
- “Ward off the dryness”
Layers well Often Mentioned
- “Perfect base for make-up”
- “Layers beautifully under serums”
- “Pairs nicely with sunscreens”
Non-greasy finish Often Mentioned
- “Absorbs well without greasy residue”
- “Not leaving an oily film”
- “Rich yet non-greasy”
Soothing/Gentle Sometimes Noted
- “Calms tight, parched skin”
- “Caused no irritation”
- “Helped calm my sensitivity”
High price Sometimes Noted
- “A bit pricey”
- “Save your pennies”
- “Paying a clinical-brand premium”
Too heavy Sometimes Noted
- “Can trigger breakouts”
- “Too pore-clogging for oily skin”
- “Not suitable for oily skin”
Insufficient hydration Rarely Noted
- “Absorbed into my skin too quickly”
- “Made me feel like a dry sponge”
- “Didn't work for me”
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Questions and answers
How well does SkinCeuticals Emollience work for combination skin?
SkinCeuticals Emollience works moderately well for combination skin because glycerin and macadamia seed oil provide good hydration, though it may not fully control oily shine in your T-zone. This type of skin needs ingredients that provide balanced hydration and help manage oil without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for combination skin?
Glycerin, macadamia seed oil, and grape seed oil make this cream a fit by providing hydration and helping with your oily shine. A moisturizer for combination skin needs to offer balanced hydration and brightness while reducing excess oil without causing irritation.
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 Sesame Seed Oil do for combination skin?
Sesame seed oil helps balance combination skin by providing soothing moisture without feeling too heavy or greasy. It aids in keeping the skin soft and smooth while supporting the skin barrier.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017Scientia Pharmaceutica, 2012
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This cream goes after your hydrating toner in the morning and after your treatment step in the evening. It provides good hydration and helps strengthen your skin barrier, though combination skin also needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that manage oiliness in the T-zone.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol by applying your retinol treatment first and following it with this moisturizer. This combination helps keep your skin soft while soothing potential dryness from the retinol. To work best for combination skin, a product of this type needs lightweight hydrators that balance dry areas without adding extra shine to your T-zone.
How often should I use this cream?
Use this cream twice a day as the moisturizing step in your morning and evening routine to help keep your skin hydrated. Regular daily application supports your skin barrier and maintains smooth, comfortable skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This cream is unlikely to cause breakouts or purging on combination skin, as it contains soothing ingredients like aloe and chamomile that are gentle on the skin. However, because it can feel a bit heavy and may not fully control oily shine in your T-zone, combination skin often needs a lightweight moisturizer with oil-balancing and fast-absorbing hydrators.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
SkinCeuticals Emollience can be used on both the body and the face, though the skin around the eyes requires extra care because it is significantly thinner than the skin on the rest of the body. While this cream provides good moisture, combination skin in specific areas often needs lightweight hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and soothing botanical extracts to stay balanced without feeling heavy.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (linalool).
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, 2017Grape seed extract based emulgel and emulsion formulations reduced skin roughness, scaliness, wrinkles, and sebum content while enhancing elasticity and hydration.
Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2021The 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, 2012Topical application of sesame oil combined with standard care significantly reduced infusion-related phlebitis in adults compared to a control condition, with a risk ratio of 0.54.
Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 2025Sesamol loaded silver nanoparticles gel showed a twofold increase in skin permeation and higher antioxidant activity compared to conventional formulations, demonstrating potential for topical wound healing delivery.
Current Pharmaceutical Design, 2024Treatment with moderately ozonated sesame oil accelerates cutaneous wound closure and enhances cell response, angiogenesis, and VEGF and cyclin D1 expression in SKH1 mice compared to oil with lower or higher peroxide values and controls.
Wound Repair and Regeneration, 2011Grapeseed oil-loaded dermocosmetic nanoemulgel applied on the cheeks of healthy volunteers significantly reduced skin melanin, erythema, sebum production, and pores while increasing moisture and elasticity compared to a placebo.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical treatment with cranberry oil and grape oil improved wound healing in rats, with cranberry oil showing an 88.1% wound area reduction and grape oil showing 84.6% compared to 74.1% in controls and 78.4% in the mupirocin standard group on day 13.
Phytotherapy Research, 2011An ionic liquid-based grapeseed oil emulsion increased transdermal penetration by 4.63-fold and improved skin hydration, firmness, elasticity, and facial wrinkles after 28 days of continuous use compared to ordinary emulsion.
Pharmaceuticals, 2024A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Sesamum Indicum Oil, Propylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Oil Fruit, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Triethanolamine, Caprylic Capric Glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Carbomer, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis, Disodium Edta, Allantoin, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Algae Extract, Prunus Cerasus Fruit Extract, Fagus Sylvatica Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Peppermint Oil, Linalool, Peppermint Extract, Chamomilla Recutita 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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