Bioderma Pigmentbio Sensitive Areas for oily skin
Azelaic Acid
Licorice Root Extract
Salicylic Acid
Andrographis Paniculata Leaf Extract
Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other serums fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 exfoliation and brightening for your oily skin due to salicylic acid and azelaic acid, which help reduce hyperpigmentation and regulate oil production.
- While glycerin and dimethicone provide general hydration, they do not directly address your primary concern of oily shine.
- The product is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation from harsh or prohibited ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this serum in your PM routine. Start by applying it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but right before your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before applying the next product.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and you want to target oily shine. This helps control excess oil throughout the night.
- Avoid the delicate eye area and do a patch test before using the serum for the very first time.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, this product is highly praised for its ability to gently fade hyperpigmentation and dark spots in delicate areas. Users with sensitive skin appreciate its soothing, non-irritating, and hydrating formula, though some note that achieving visible lightening outcomes requires consistent, long-term application.
Highlights
Fades dark spots Often Mentioned
- “It brightened my skin and faded dark spots.”
- “It's really helped lighten the dark spots on my skin, especially in sensitive areas.”
- “I have struggled with dark underarms for years, and this cream has worked wonders.”
- “I use this product regularly for dark spots on my face and have noticed an improvement.”
Gentle on skin Often Mentioned
- “Perfect for sensitive skin! Love how gentle yet effective it is.”
- “The cream feels gentle and soothing”
- “Pigmentbio Cream brightens gently without irritation.”
- “It feels incredibly gentle and calming.”
Absorbs very quickly Sometimes Noted
- “I love that it's non-greasy and absorbs quickly.”
- “It's lightweight and absorbs swiftly, easily fitting into any skincare regimen.”
- “It actually disappears into the skin and does not leave any greasy or sticky feel”
Hydrating and moisturizing Sometimes Noted
- “It's also great for hydrating my skin, leaving it soft and moisturized.”
- “Regular use helps even skin tone, reduce discoloration, and improve overall skin comfort.”
- “Leaves the skin soft and comfortable thanks to its rich, smooth texture.”
Slow visible results Sometimes Noted
- “I have been using this since last month, I didn't see significant changes”
- “I've been using it for more than two weeks now and it doesn't do anything”
- “You just need to continue using it consistently to see results.”
- “I do not see an impressive result that is worth the value.”
Half empty tubes Rarely Noted
- “It says 75 ml, but the truth is that its quantity is equal to 30 ml.”
- “I bought two and they were both half empty.”
- “Quantity less than written.”
Poor packaging design Rarely Noted
- “the packaging was terrible condition so it was very easy for anyone to use them”
- “It was clear that it was used by someone”
- “Remember to store the tube in an Inverted way (upside-down), as it takes time for the cream to come out.”
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Questions and answers
How well does Pigmentbio Sensitive Areas work for oily skin?
This treatment works moderately well for your oily skin by offering gentle exfoliation and brightening to help reduce dark spots and manage oil, though other products fit it better. Oily skin typically needs a treatment containing ingredients like niacinamide or zinc PCA to control excess oil and refine pores while keeping the complexion balanced.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2024Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?
Salicylic acid and azelaic acid make this cream a good fit for oily skin because they help reduce dark spots and manage oil production. A treatment for oily skin needs ingredients like niacinamide and zinc PCA to control excess oil and keep pores clear.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2024Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
What does Azelaic Acid do for oily skin?
Azelaic acid helps calm acne and clear out pores without changing how much oil your skin makes. It targets multiple causes of breakouts and helps fade dark spots left behind by pimples.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Acta Dermato-venereologica. Supplementum, 1989
What does Licorice Root Extract do for oily skin?
Licorice root extract helps calm redness and balances oil production, making it a great addition for keeping oily skin clear and comfortable. It is unlikely to clog pores and may help soothe irritation or breakouts associated with excess oil.
Experimental Dermatology, 2015Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and toning, and before moisturizing. Because it contains ingredients like salicylic acid and azelaic acid, this product needs to be used just once a week at first, and can be used more often only if your oily skin tolerates it well.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream alongside retinol by applying retinol first and following with this treatment, or by alternating nights to keep your skin calm. Because both ingredients help smooth and brighten, using them together may occasionally cause dryness or irritation on oily skin.
How often should I use this cream?
Start by using this cream once a week, and if your oily skin handles it well, you can carefully use it more often. It helps clear dark spots and control oil with salicylic acid and azelaic acid, but an oily skin type also needs ingredients that directly target excess shine.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2024Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily skin, as it has a safe profile with no harsh ingredients. However, to better manage oily shine and excess oil, this skin type needs targeted oil-absorbing or mattifying ingredients.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
Application of 15% azelaic acid gel significantly reduced post-inflammatory erythema and hyperpigmentation, decreased hemoglobin and melanin content, improved quality of life, and contributed to acne improvement in patients with mild to moderate acne compared to placebo.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2024Twice daily application of a multitargeted dermocosmetic cream provided comparable efficacy to benzoyl peroxide 5% gel in reducing inflammatory, non-inflammatory, and total lesions in 150 Caucasian subjects with mild-to-moderate acne over 56 days, while demonstrating superior skin tolerability.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Azelaic acid nanocrystal hydrogel 10% achieved a higher success rate and greater lesion reduction than azelaic acid cream 20% in patients with mild to moderate facial acne.
Pharmaceutics, 2021A 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 application of a dermocosmetic containing Myrtus communis extract and azelaic acid reduced acne relapses and helped maintain remission compared to a light moisturizing cream in adult females in the acne maintenance phase over 16 weeks.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2023Topical administration of 20% azelaic acid cream and 5% tranexamic acid solution comparably improved acne-related postinflammatory hyperpigmentation in patients with acne vulgaris, while tranexamic acid demonstrated a significantly better safety profile at week 4.
Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 2023Azelaic acid 15% gel showed comparable efficacy to adapalene 0.1% gel in reducing lesions, severity, and Dermatology Life Quality Index in women with adult acne, with significantly lower dryness and scaling, and demonstrated superiority during maintenance compared to no further treatment.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2015Combining 755 nm alexandrite laser with topical licorice gel significantly reduces terminal hair counts compared to alexandrite laser with placebo in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015Licochalcone A activated Nrf2 signaling, elevated cytoprotective enzymes, increased the reduced-to-oxidized glutathione ratio, and decreased reactive oxygen species in human fibroblasts and neutrophils, while a LicA-rich licorice extract lowered UVA-induced oxidative processes in vivo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2015Bioactive glycyrrhizic acid and oxymatrine ionic liquid self-assembled nanomicelles significantly promoted the transdermal permeation, subcutaneous retention, and anti-photoaging efficacy of palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 in cellular and animal models compared to unformulated peptide.
Advanced Science, 2025Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024An Andrographis paniculata extract promoted epidermal stem cell proliferation, up-regulated integrin beta1 and vascular endothelial growth factor expression, enhanced collagen production, and improved skin hydration, dermal density, wrinkling, and sagging in clinical evaluation.
Molecules, 2015Combined treatment of andrographolide and Bidens pilosa extract activated RXR alpha, enhanced extracellular matrix protein gene expression with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory efficacies, and improved wrinkles, skin elasticity, and hydration without causing irritating side effects in human subjects.
Biomolecules, 2025Topical administration of andrographolide sodium bisulfate prevented UV-induced skin photoaging in mice by increasing collagen content, reducing epidermal thickness and MDA levels, upregulating SOD and CAT activities, and downregulating IL-1β, IL-6, IL-10, and TNF-α production compared to UV-irradiated mice without ASB.
Mediators of Inflammation, 2016
Why other serums fit oily 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, 2024Niacinamide and ferulic acid incorporated in a stable multiple emulsion successfully reduced melanin, sebum, and skin erythema while improving skin elasticity and hydration in human skin compared to a placebo.
BioMed Research International, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dipropylene Glycol, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Hdi Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, C14-22 Alcohols, Pentylene Glycol, Carbomer, Polysilicone-11, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Disodium Edta, Lysine, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Azelaic Acid, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Mannitol, Salicylic Acid, Xylitol, Andrographis Paniculata Leaf Extract, Rhamnose, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Licorice Root Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Fructooligosaccharides, Tocopherol
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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