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SENTÉ Dermal Repair Cream for oily acne-prone skin

Average

  • AverageOily Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

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 moisturizing for your oily skin, as glycerin and sodium hyaluronate provide hydration, while Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract soothe without causing irritation.
  • The formula provides general skincare benefits relevant to your oily skin, but lacks targeted ingredients for acne, blemishes, and breakouts, and optimal oil control.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.

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

★4.7Overall rating based on 700+ reviews

Its lightweight texture absorbs well and is suitable for use under makeup. However, a significant number of users find the high price point to be a drawback, and some with very dry skin may need an additional moisturizer.

Highlights

  • Reduces redness Mostly Mentioned
    • “calms redness quickly”
    • “decreased flushing”
    • “soothed broken capillaries”
  • Expensive price point Mostly Mentioned
    • “prohibitively expensive”
    • “wish it was cheaper”
    • “pricey for the amount”
  • Improves texture Often Mentioned
    • “smoothes fine lines”
    • “softens acne scars”
    • “skin looks plumper”
    • “improves crepey skin”
  • Soothing sensitive skin Often Mentioned
    • “doesn't burn”
    • “calms irritation”
    • “safe for post-laser”
    • “heals compromised barrier”
  • Lightweight texture Sometimes Noted
    • “absorbs immediately”
    • “silky finish”
    • “great under makeup”
    • “not sticky”
  • Not enough moisture Sometimes Noted
    • “need a second moisturizer”
    • “too light for winter”
    • “not rich enough for dry skin”
    • “dried out quickly”
  • Minor breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “caused small bumps”
    • “slight congestion”
    • “texture felt silicone-heavy”
    • “triggered acne”

Sources: lovi.care, sentelabs.com, dermstore.com, lovelyskin.com, reddit.com, milkandhoney.com, and more

Questions and answers

How well does SENTÉ Dermal Repair Cream work for oily acne-prone skin?

SENTÉ Dermal Repair Cream works moderately well for oily acne-prone skin, as it hydrates and soothes without causing irritation, though it lacks targeted ingredients for breakouts and oil control. To work best for this skin, a moisturizing treatment needs targeted acne-fighting ingredients, oil control agents, and lightweight hydrators that do not clog pores.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

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

Glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, and camellia sinensis leaf extract make this cream a fit by offering hydration and soothing benefits for your oily skin without causing irritation. Because it lacks targeted ingredients for breakouts and oil control, an ideal product for this skin type also needs ingredients that manage acne and blemishes while providing lightweight moisture without clogging pores.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

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

What does Heparan Sulfate Analog do for oily acne-prone skin?

Heparan Sulfate Analog helps hydrate oily and acne-prone skin while supporting skin repair and keeping it calm. This ingredient helps soothe redness and supports a clearer, smoother look without feeling heavy or greasy.

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

This moisturizing treatment goes after your hydrating toner in the morning and after your treatment step in the evening. It helps hydrate oily skin comfortably without irritation, but an average fit for your skin needs targeted ingredients for breakouts and oil control.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

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

You can use this cream alongside retinol, applying it after your retinol treatment to help soothe your skin and keep it calm. Using a gentle moisturizer with retinol helps lower the chances of dryness and irritation while supporting your skin barrier.

Cutis, 2006The Journal of Dermatology, 2014

How often should I use this cream?

You can use this moisturizing treatment twice daily as part of your routine. Regular daily application helps keep your skin hydrated while remaining gentle and unlikely to cause irritation.

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 cause irritation or redness on your oily skin because it lacks harsh ingredients and includes soothing components. However, this product type needs targeted blemish-fighting ingredients and oil-control agents to properly manage acne and breakouts on oily skin.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Lasers in Medical Science, 2025

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

You can use this cream on the thin skin around your eyes and on your body, as its gentle formula and hydrating ingredients are safe for delicate areas. It is unlikely to cause irritation because it lacks harsh ingredients and contains soothing components.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.

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
  • An anti-acne hydrogel containing Aloe barbadensis, Garcinia mangostana, and Camellia sinensis extracts showed superior antiacne and antiblotch activities compared to 1% clindamycin gel in sixty subjects with mild-moderate acne.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
  • A combination cream of stimu-tex AS and saccharide isomerate reduced erythema, increased skin capacitance, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects after fractional CO2 laser procedure without causing serious adverse events.

    Lasers in Medical Science, 2025
  • 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
  • A topical eye cream containing low molecular weight heparan sulfate and naturally derived extracts improved periorbital hyperpigmentation, fine and coarse wrinkles, puffiness, and dark circles in 15 subjects over 12 weeks.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
  • Topical low molecular weight heparan sulfate improved periorbital discoloration and wrinkles starting at week two with continuous improvement up to week 12.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
  • Topical low molecular weight heparan sulfate improved skin hydration, firmness, elasticity, barrier function, and fine lines and wrinkles in 15 patients over 8 weeks.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015
  • Topical 2% N-acetyl glucosamine reduced facial hyperpigmentation in an 8-week split-face clinical test, with an even greater effect observed when combined with 4% niacinamide.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2007
  • N-acetyl-glucosamine-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers successfully delivered the hydrophilic agent through the skin and reduced melanin distribution in healthy volunteers.

    Advanced Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 2016
  • Topical cosmetic products containing hyaluronic acid, N-acetyl glucosamine, and gamma-amino butyric acid improved skin hydration by 24.28% to 33.60%, elasticity by 11.98%, and skin lightening by 5.26% over 2 months in 20 female participants.

    Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2019
  • Topical treatment with sphingolipids and glycosaminoglycans attenuated clinical worsening and reduced CADESI and PVAS scores compared to the untreated control group in house dust mite-allergic beagle dogs.

    BMC Veterinary Research, 2020
  • Glycosaminoglycans restored type I collagen synthesis, reduced matrix metalloproteinase-1 levels, upregulated tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-1, and attenuated apoptosis in tumor necrosis factor-alpha-stimulated human dermal fibroblasts by inhibiting extracellular signal-regulated kinase/activator protein-1 signaling.

    International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2018
  • Fraction 3 of glycosaminoglycans from Liparis tessellatus eggs showed 20.1% tyrosinase inhibition at 50mg/mL and effective skin regeneration activities at 200mg/mL against skin fibroblast CCD-986sk cell lines.

    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2017
  • Topical application of an argan oil NLC-based hydrogel formulation increased skin hydration in healthy volunteers over a one-month period through a synergistic effect of NLC occlusion and argan oil hydration.

    International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2014
  • Incorporating allantoin into argan oil enriched liposomes improved its accumulation in the dermis (~8.7μg/cm(2)) and permeation through the skin (~33μg/cm(2)) compared to conventional liposomes, water dispersion, and a commercial gel.

    International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2016

Why other moisturizers fit oily acne-prone skin better

  • A panthenol-enriched mask improved skin hydration, regulated sebum, and reduced redness and TEWL across dry sensitive, oily sensitive, and oily acne skin subgroups with excellent tolerance and no adverse reactions.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
  • 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
  • A peel-off facial mask containing myoinositol and trehalose-loaded liposomes improved adult female acne by decreasing lesion counts, sebum production, GAGS scores, and local androgen levels while increasing beclin-1 levels.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2017

Ingredients

Water, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Heparan Sulfate, Acetyl Glucosamine, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sorbic Acid

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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