L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Pressed Night Cream for oily acne-prone skin
Retinol
Niacinamide
Sodium HyaluronateAverage
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
Works for oily acne-prone skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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 oily skin, as niacinamide helps with seboregulation and glycerin provides hydration, but it lacks stronger oil-controlling ingredients for optimal results.
- The presence of sodium hyaluronate and retinol offers excellent moisturizing and anti-aging benefits, minimizing fine lines and wrinkles.
- The product is generally safe for your oily skin, though retinol carries a slight risk of irritation.
How to apply
- Use this AM and PM routine every day to help clear your skin. Always remember to finish with SPF in the morning.
- Apply the moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your SPF during the day.
- Gently press a small amount into your skin and avoid rubbing to keep pores clear.
- Apply on clean, slightly damp skin to help the product absorb better and control oil.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a simple patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 6.6k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this product is highly regarded for its deep hydration and visible reduction of fine lines and wrinkles, especially for mature skin. Users with sensitive and acne-prone skin find the retinol and niacinamide blend gentle, improving skin tone and texture without significant irritation. Some users report initial dryness or redness, and a small number experienced a sticky or greasy feel, with a few noting minimal anti-aging effects.
Highlights
Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
- “gives pretty good moisture since retinol is typically very drying”
- “skin felt plump and nourished after each use”
- “deeply moisturized, feels softer and smoother”
- “leaves skin feeling soft and luxurious”
Lightweight non-greasy Often Mentioned
- “absorbs quickly without leaving any residue”
- “sinks into the skin without a greasy or sticky feel”
- “smooth non-greasy texture”
- “lightweight and non-greasy which is something I really appreciated”
Reduces fine lines Often Mentioned
- “diminished fine lines, under-eye discoloration as well Crow's feet”
- “can see it working on the fine lines and wrinkles”
- “visibly reduce wrinkles, even tone”
- “smoothing fine lines”
Convenient pump Sometimes Noted
- “packaging is nice with the press to pump feature”
- “dispenses the perfect amount for face and neck without waste”
- “really like the jar dispenser. it brings up the right amount”
- “easy-to-use pump dispenses exact amount with one press”
Fragrance-free gentle Sometimes Noted
- “fragrance-free no overpowering scent which makes it a great option for sensitive skin”
- “has no noticeable scent”
- “subtle, non-existent fragrance suitable for sensitive skin”
- “addition of niacinamides... made me comfortable to try it”
Initial irritation Sometimes Noted
- “retinol can be irritating for sensitive skin”
- “might experience some dryness or irritation”
- “may cause initial redness, dryness or tingling”
- “suddenly developed a sensitivity to it”
Minimal anti-aging Rarely Noted
- “don't think it's really doing much as far as the usual anti aging”
- “didn't notice any changes to the skin on my face”
- “may not have as much retinol as competitors”
Sticky or greasy Rarely Noted
- “serum and night cream can leave a sticky feel for some”
- “not crazy about the over all sticky ness”
- “made my face feel greasy all day”
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Questions and answers
How well does Revitalift Pressed Night Cream work for oily acne-prone skin?
This cream works decently for your oily skin because niacinamide helps control oil and glycerin provides hydration, though other products fit your skin better. Retinol smooths fine lines, but it may cause mild irritation. An ideal product for this skin needs lightweight ingredients that balance oil without heavy oils or pore-clogging agents.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
Niacinamide helps control excess oil while glycerin provides hydration, making this cream work for your skin. To fit oily acne-prone skin even better, this type of product needs light and oil-free hydrators along with ingredients that clear breakouts without clogging pores.
What does Retinol do for oily acne-prone skin?
Retinol helps oily acne-prone skin by clearing up breakouts and smoothing the skin, though it may occasionally cause some mild scaling or stinging. This ingredient works by addressing the root causes of acne, making it a reliable choice for keeping pores clear and skin smooth.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2019Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2018
What does Niacinamide do for oily acne-prone skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oil production, calms redness, and is unlikely to irritate oily, acne-prone skin while improving blemishes. Clinical tests show it reduces excess oil and helps clear up both inflammatory and non-inflammatory acne breakouts.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This cream goes in the evening routine as a treatment step, used after cleansing and before a final moisturizer. It works for oily skin because niacinamide helps balance oil and glycerin provides hydration, but oily acne-prone skin ultimately needs stronger oil-controlling ingredients for optimal results.
Can I use this cream with vitamin C, and in what order?
You can use this cream alongside vitamin C by applying your vitamin C serum in the morning and saving this retinol-containing cream for your evening routine. Using them at separate times of day helps you avoid irritation while still getting the brightening and smoothing benefits of both ingredients.
How often should I use this cream?
This cream works well as a nighttime treatment for your oily skin, though retinol carries a slight risk of irritation. Applying it in the evening keeps your routine simple and adds extra safety around sun exposure.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This cream works for your oily acne-prone skin, though other products fit it better because it lacks stronger oil-controlling ingredients. It contains retinol which may cause initial irritation or purging as your skin adjusts.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this cream on your body, but it is too rich for the very thin skin around your eyes. A product for the eye area needs to be specifically formulated for thin skin to prevent irritation and sensitivity.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
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, 2017Topical 0.4% retinol significantly increased epidermal thickness, dermal vascularity, and extracellular matrix production by stimulating keratinocyte proliferation, endothelial cell proliferation, and fibroblast activation in naturally aged human skin compared to vehicle.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017Topical 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, 2019Silicone particles encapsulating retinol increased its half-life by 9-fold and yielded 12-23% lower skin irritation in human subjects compared to Microsponge particles while maintaining biological activity.
Journal of Controlled Release, 2018Topical stabilized retinol treatment induced HAS gene expression and increased hyaluronic acid production in human skin in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo compared to vehicle.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2017Topical application of all-trans-retinol induced epidermal thickening and increased retinoid binding protein expression similar to all-trans-retinoic acid in normal human skin, but without causing significant erythema or measurable retinoic acid levels.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 1995Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005Topical 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
Why other moisturizers fit oily acne-prone skin better
- Retinol in this moisturizer
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 Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Isononyl Isononanoate, Glycine Soja Oil, Soybean Oil, Aluminum Octenylsuccinate Starch, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Panthenol, Retinol, Retinyl Palmitate, Acrylates Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopherol, Dimethicone, Chlorphenesin, 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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