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NEOGEN DERMALOGY Probiotics Youth Repair Cream for oily acne-prone skin

Average

  • AverageOily Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for oily acne-prone skin; other moisturizers fit it better.

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 hydration and barrier support for your oily skin, as sodium hyaluronate and bifida ferment lysate work to moisturize and strengthen the skin's natural defenses.
  • While niacinamide provides some oil regulation, the formula lacks more potent ingredients specifically targeted to address your acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
  • The product is safe for your skin, with no reported irritation risks due to its gentle formulation and absence of harsh chemicals.

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

★4.6Overall rating based on 100+ reviews

Based on limited data, users consistently praise this cream for its ability to deeply hydrate and plump the skin without feeling overly heavy, making it suitable for dry, combination, and sensitive skin types. Many reviewers reported a visible improvement in skin texture, noting that their face felt "bouncy," smoother, and firmer after consistent use, though opinions on the finish (sticky vs. non-sticky) vary.

Highlights

  • Deep hydration Mostly Mentioned
    • “keeps skin moisturized all day”
    • “leaves skin soft”
    • “eliminates dry patches”
  • Texture and absorption Often Mentioned
    • “lightweight consistency”
    • “absorbs quickly”
    • “non-greasy feel”
    • “glides on smooth”
  • Pleasant scent Sometimes Noted
    • “mild fragrance”
    • “smells like berries/yogurt”
    • “fresh and not overpowering”
  • Skin improvements Sometimes Noted
    • “makes skin look glowy”
    • “improves elasticity”
    • “skin feels "bouncy" and plump”
  • Tacky finish Sometimes Noted
    • “Leaves a sticky residue”
    • “hair sticks to face”
    • “takes time to settle”
  • Gentle formula Rarely Noted
    • “suitable for sensitive skin”
    • “no irritation”
    • “soothing effect”
  • Not for very dry skin Rarely Noted
    • “not occlusive enough for winter night use alone”
  • Packaging issues Rarely Noted
    • “jar is unhygienic”
    • “prefer a pump”
    • “heavy glass container”
  • Price concerns Rarely Noted
    • “considered expensive”
    • “small quantity for the price”
  • Scent disliked Rarely Noted
    • “fragrance lingers too long”
    • “smells artificial to some”

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Questions and answers

How well does Neogen Probiotics Youth Repair Cream work for oily acne-prone skin?

This cream offers moderate moisture and barrier support for oily skin, but it lacks potent ingredients specifically targeted to address your acne and breakouts. To fit this skin better, a moisturizing treatment needs powerful hydrating and repairing ingredients that address acne and blemishes without adding excess oil, and an absence of heavy oils so it will not clog pores.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Drug Delivery, 2017

Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?

Sodium hyaluronate and bifida ferment lysate make this cream a good fit for oily skin by providing moderate hydration and strengthening your skin's natural defenses. To work well for oily acne-prone skin, this type of product also needs powerful ingredients specifically targeted to address acne, blemishes, and breakouts.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Drug Delivery, 2017

What do Probiotics do for oily acne-prone skin?

Probiotics help calm oily acne-prone skin by reducing pimples, decreasing swelling, and balancing the skin bacteria. They may also improve skin barrier function and reduce redness with fewer side effects than traditional treatments.

Journal of Experimental Pharmacology, 2025Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily acne-prone skin?

Hyaluronic acid helps calm oily acne-prone skin by reducing sebum production and lipid synthesis in sebaceous glands. It also supports skin barrier function and improves hydration while helping deliver treatments without causing irritation.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?

This moisturizing treatment goes near the end of your morning and evening routines, right before sunscreen in the morning and as the final step at night. It provides moderate hydration and barrier support for your oily skin, though an oily acne-prone skincare routine needs targeted acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to effectively manage breakouts.

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

You can use this moisturizing treatment with retinol by applying it after your retinol to help keep your skin soft and comfortable. This type of product works best for oily acne-prone skin when it also includes targeted blemish-fighting ingredients to help manage breakouts.

Cutis, 2006

How often should I use this cream?

You can use this moisturizing treatment twice daily as part of your morning and evening routine to support your skin's barrier. Regular application of such moisturizers helps improve skin moisture levels and overall texture over time.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021

Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?

This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause purging, but because it lacks targeted blemish-fighting ingredients, an oily acne-prone skin needs a product that includes acne-clearing actives like salicylic acid to properly manage breakouts.

Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015Drug Delivery, 2017

Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?

Yes, you can use this cream around the eyes and on your body because its gentle formulation is safe and unlikely to cause irritation. However, oily acne-prone skin needs a product of this type that also includes targeted ingredients to manage breakouts and clear blemishes.

Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol are fatty alcohols, which soften the skin.

What the research says

  • 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
  • Topical copper tripeptide complex on CO2 laser-resurfaced skin caused no significant reduction in erythema or objective improvement in wrinkles compared to controls, but significantly increased patient satisfaction regarding overall skin quality.

    Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, 2006
  • A novel regimen combining a hydroxy acid-based scrub and copper tripeptide serum significantly reduced adherent scalp flaking by 61.24%, increased hair density by 12.48%, increased hair thickness by 25.36%, and improved scalp skin hydration by 76.24% in adults with mild to moderate dandruff over 15 days.

    Cureus, 2024
  • The combination of Thermus thermophilus and Bacillus subtilis mixed-culture ferment extract and copper tripeptide-1 GHK-Cu reduced inflammatory cytokines, protected skin explants from UV-induced damage, and improved wrinkles and skin barrier conditions compared to individual components or controls.

    Skin Research and Technology, 2026
  • Applying an essence containing royal jelly extract significantly increased the stratum corneum water content of the cheeks compared to placebo in healthy Japanese adults over 4 weeks.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
  • A prototype body cream containing bee venom, propolis, honey, beeswax, and royal jelly demonstrated stability for 90 days, high antioxidant capacity of 85.45%, lack of cytotoxicity with over 70% cell viability, and no irritation or allergic reaction in dermatological analysis, while improving skin parameters in a panel test.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
  • Royal jelly protects against epidermal stress caused by UVB and menadione through the upregulation of NQO1 expression by its active compound 10-hydroxy-2-decenoic acid.

    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2021

Why other moisturizers fit oily acne-prone skin better

Ingredients

Water, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Trehalose, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Peg-100 Stearate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers, Dimethicone, Phytosteryl Behenyl Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Palmitic Acid, Hydrogenated Olive Lauryl Esters Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Stearic Acid, Cetyl Peg Ppg-10 1 Dimethicone, Polyacrylamide, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Dimethiconol, Beeswax, Ethylhexylglycerin, Laureth-7, Microcrystalline Wax, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Coptis Japonica Extract, Lactobacillus Lysate Ferment, Isopentyldiol, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Tocopherol, Betaine, Allantoin, Xylitol, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Juglans Regia Seed Oil, Squalane, Lactic Acid, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Polydecene, Propanediol, Honey Extract, Sodium Pca, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit, Bifida Lysate Ferment, Aspartic Acid, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Pca, Ceramide Np, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Acacia Senegal Gum, Agar, Gluconic Acid, Streptococcus Thermophilus Ferment, Xanthan Gum, Glycine, Alanine, Royal Jelly Extract, Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract, Tuber Melanosporum Extract, Propolis Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract Carrot Root Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Serine, Valine, Guaiazulene, Caprylyl Glycol, Cholesterol, Isoleucine, Threonine, Proline, Tuber Magnatum Extract, Phenylalanine, Histidine, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Glutathione, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide, Ceramide Eop, Ceramide Ap, Glucose, Beta-Glucan, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Panax Ginseng Extract Berry, Phytosterols, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Crocus Sativus Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Copper Tripeptide-1, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Hexapeptide-9, Tripeptide-2, Nonapeptide-1, Hexapeptide-11, Potassium Hyaluronate, Disodium Edta

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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