L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Anti-Wrinkle + Firming Night Cream for combination skin
Pro-Retinol A
Stimuplex
Centella Asiatica
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Glycerin
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- AverageCombination Skin Fit
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A weak 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 moisturizing and anti-aging effects for your combination skin due to glycerin and retinyl palmitate, but lacks specialized ingredients to effectively address oily shine, potentially worsening it.
- The presence of mineral oil and shea butter provides hydration but may clog pores on your oily areas.
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
★4.2Overall rating based on 1.4k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this night cream is highly recommended for mature and dry skin types, offering significant hydration and a non-greasy feel that leaves skin feeling softer and looking smoother with diminished fine lines. However, users with sensitive skin frequently report issues with its strong fragrance and potential for irritation, and results on deeper wrinkles are mixed.
Highlights
Deep hydration Mostly Mentioned
- “Skin feels softer and more supple”
- “Hydrated for 24 hours”
- “Soaks right in”
- “Great for dry winter skin”
Non-greasy texture Often Mentioned
- “Absorbs fast”
- “Not greasy like other brands”
- “Makeup goes on smooth next day”
- “Lightweight feel”
Strong fragrance Often Mentioned
- “Smells like chemicals”
- “Strong smell”
- “Overpowering fragrance”
- “Headache-inducing scent”
Good value Sometimes Noted
- “Affordable price”
- “Great value for money”
- “Good product, good price”
Visible firming Sometimes Noted
- “Fine lines less noticeable”
- “Skin looks smoother”
- “Firmer skin in 4 weeks”
- “Diminish the look of fine lines”
Deep wrinkle results Sometimes Noted
- “No change in deep wrinkles”
- “Didn't see much difference”
- “Good moisturizer but not a miracle worker”
Skin irritation Rarely Noted
- “Burning sensation”
- “Caused redness”
- “Stinging on application”
Thick consistency Rarely Noted
- “Too thick”
- “Hard to spread”
- “Felt a bit heavy”
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Questions and answers
Why is L'Oreal Revitalift Night Cream a weak match for combination skin?
This cream is a weak match because its heavy oils and butters can clog pores on your oily areas and worsen shine, even though ingredients like glycerin and retinyl palmitate provide moderate moisture and anti-aging benefits. A product of this type needs effective brightening and moisturizing ingredients that reduce oily shine without clogging pores, along with soothing agents and antioxidants to maintain balanced skin health.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2013Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2011
Which ingredients make this cream a poor fit for combination skin?
Mineral oil and shea butter make this cream a poor fit for combination skin because they provide heavy hydration that may clog pores on your oily areas and worsen oily shine. Combination skin of this type needs a moisturizing treatment with ingredients that reduce oily shine and target hydration without adding extra weight or clogging pores.
What does Pro-Retinol A do for combination skin?
Pro-Retinol A helps smooth out fine lines and keeps combination skin looking firm by boosting collagen production and encouraging cell renewal. It may cause mild peeling or irritation at first, so it is best to start using it slowly.
What does Stimuplex do for combination skin?
Stimuplex helps balance combination skin by supporting firmness and keeping dry and oily areas smooth. It is unlikely to cause irritation and works well to keep your face feeling soft throughout the day.
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This cream goes in the evening routine as a treatment step after cleansing and toning. Because it is a weak match for combination skin, this skin type needs a moisturizer that balances oil and hydration without clogging pores, using lightweight ingredients like niacinamide or hyaluronic acid.
Can I use this cream with vitamin C, and in what order?
You can use this cream with vitamin C by applying your vitamin C first in the morning, letting it absorb, and saving this rich cream for your night routine. Because this cream contains heavy butters and mineral oil that may clog pores on oily areas, combination skin needs a lightweight, oil-controlling moisturizer that hydrates dry patches without adding extra shine.
How often should I use this cream?
This moisturizing treatment is meant for evening use in your routine, applied after cleansing and before your final moisturizer. When you have combination skin, a rich cream like this needs lightweight, oil-controlling ingredients and non-clogging hydrators to balance oily shine and keep pores clear.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This cream is a weak match for combination skin because it contains mineral oil and shea butter, which may clog pores on your oily areas and worsen shine. A product for this skin needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that help balance oily areas without clogging pores.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
This rich night cream may feel too heavy for the thin skin around your eyes and can potentially clog pores there. However, a nourishing moisturizer with retinyl palmitate and antioxidants is generally suitable for the body to help improve dryness and firmness across various areas.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (benzyl alcohol, benzyl salicylate, linalool, geraniol, citronellol, and limonene). Cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, and myristyl alcohol are fatty alcohols, which soften the skin.
What the research says
A vitamin A palmitate and antioxidant-containing oil-based moisturizer improved fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation, tone, texture, dryness, firmness, and clarity across various body sites compared to a no-treatment group over 12 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2013Retinyl palmitate-loaded non-ionic lamellar liquid crystalline systems provided a significant reduction of orbicular wrinkles in human volunteers compared to systems without retinyl palmitate.
Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2011Over-the-counter retinol products provided only weak evidence for a mild ameliorating effect on fine facial skin wrinkle lines in randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled trials, and major methodological flaws call the validity of positive results into question.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2021A cosmetic niacinamide/peptide/retinyl propionate regimen significantly improved periorbital wrinkle appearance relative to a 0.02% tretinoin regimen at 8 weeks with comparable benefits at 24 weeks, while demonstrating significantly better tolerability in 196 women.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2010A novel triple-active cosmetic formulation containing 4-hexylresorcinol, retinyl propionate, and niacinamide improved the visual appearance of photoageing similarly to 0.02% tretinoin and reversed a consensus gene signature associated with ageing in female adults while causing less skin irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020A 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, 2017Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019The 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, 2012
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Aluminum Octenylsuccinate Starch, Peg-40 Stearate, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Apricot Kernel Oil, Shorea Robusta Seed Butter, Paraffinum Liquidum, Mineral Oil, Paraffin, Zea Mays Kernel Extract, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Microcristallina Cera, Microcrystalline Wax, Sorbitan Tristearate, Glycine Soja Protein, Soybean Protein, Triethanolamine, Isohexadecane, Myristyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Acetyl Trifluoromethylphenyl Valylglycine, Retinyl Palmitate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Amyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Sorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Bht
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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