SkinCeuticals Emollience for mature skin

Glycerin
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Grape Seed Oil
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
High
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A great choice for mature skin; a few moisturizers fit it even better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2016
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. 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
- Highly suitable for normal skin due to the presence of glycerin and macadamia ternifolia seed oil, which provide excellent humectant and emollient actions to hydrate and enhance barrier resilience.
- While the product offers general skincare benefits like hydration and soothing with ingredients such as Aloe Barbadensis and Chamomilla Recutita Extract, these are not directly targeted at addressing wrinkles and fine lines.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your normal skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use your moisturizer twice a day in your AM and PM routines. Apply it daily to help smooth fine lines.
- Apply this product after your toner and serum, but before your SPF in the morning. Follow your cleanser and toner steps to keep your skin balanced.
- Gently press a small amount into your face and neck. Avoid rubbing the skin too harshly to prevent extra tension.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra moisture. Clean skin helps the product absorb much more evenly.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a quick patch test before your very first use to stay safe.
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
What makes SkinCeuticals Emollience a great fit for mature skin?
SkinCeuticals Emollience is a great fit for mature skin because it contains glycerin and macadamia seed oil, which help hydrate dry skin and strengthen its outer barrier. It also has a very safe profile with soothing ingredients like aloe and chamomile that are unlikely to irritate your skin.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for mature skin?
This cream is a good fit for mature skin because it contains glycerin, grape seed oil, and macadamia oil, which help hydrate dry areas and keep your skin soft and smooth. While it lacks targeted anti-wrinkle ingredients, its gentle plant extracts soothe the skin with a very low risk of irritation.
International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Glycerin do for mature skin?
Glycerin helps keep mature skin feeling soft and smooth by drawing moisture into the outer layer and locking it in. This daily hydration boost supports the skin barrier, keeping dry areas comfortable and protected against irritation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Sesame Seed Oil do for mature skin?
Sesame seed oil helps mature skin by providing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects that support overall skin health. It may aid in skin barrier repair and soothe dry areas, leaving the skin feeling soft and smooth.
Where does it go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
SkinCeuticals Emollience goes in your morning routine after a hydrating toner and before sunscreen, and in your evening routine as the final step after your treatment. Using a moisturizer helps keep mature skin soft and hydrated while supporting the skin barrier.
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 moisturizer with retinol by applying the moisturizer first to help your skin adjust comfortably to the treatment. Research shows that using a barrier-enhancing moisturizer alongside strong treatments like retinoids is safe and supports your skin.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizer twice a day, in the morning and evening, to keep mature skin hydrated and soft. Regular daily use helps maintain skin moisture and supports the protective barrier over time.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for mature skin due to its safe ingredients and lack of harsh additives. Reviewers sometimes mention that it feels too heavy, but it has a very safe profile for daily use.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
SkinCeuticals Emollience is safe to use on the thin skin around your eyes and on your body because it has an excellent safety profile with very gentle ingredients. However, because the eyelids are among the thinnest areas of the body, you should apply it carefully to avoid any accidental contact with your eyes.
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, 2017Apigenin protects against UVA-induced cytotoxicity and senescence in normal human dermal fibroblasts, decreases MMP-1 expression, and when applied topically as a cream in human subjects, increases dermal density and elasticity while reducing fine wrinkle length, skin evenness, moisture content, and transepidermal water loss compared to control cream.
International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2016Topical application of a water-in-oil emulsion containing 2% Muscat hamburg grape seed extract significantly improved melanin, elasticity, and sebum content compared to a placebo in human volunteers over 8 weeks, with no reported skin hypersensitivity.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2015Oligomeric proanthocyanidin topical cream and lotion significantly reduced UV-induced erythema by 45.9% and 53.1% respectively and increased skin hydration by nearly 20% in human subjects, with dietary supplementation providing additional suppression of erythema and higher skin hydration.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2007The 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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