Curél Deep Moisture Spray for sensitive skin
Japanese Fine Skin Ceramides
Glycerin
Allantoin
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Cholesterol
Average
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for sensitive skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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 benefits for your redness and irritation, as Allantoin and Cholesterol soothe the skin and support its barrier function, making it suitable for your normal skin type. Glycerin and Butylene Glycol provide excellent hydration, enhancing barrier resilience.
- The formulation is highly compatible with normal skin due to the humectant action of Glycerin and Butylene Glycol, which support skin hydration without causing irritation.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your sensitive skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components like Allantoin and Cholesterol.
How to apply
- Use this soothing AM and PM routine every day to keep your normal skin calm. Always remember to apply SPF in the morning after your moisturizer.
- Apply your moisturizer after your toner in the morning, and after your serum in the evening. This step locks in hydration and protects your skin.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer evenly across your face. Avoid rubbing to keep your sensitive skin happy and calm.
- You can apply this gentle formula on dry or slightly damp skin for the best comfort. It works wonderfully on clean skin to soothe redness and irritation.
- Do a patch test before your very first use to check your skin's reaction. Avoid getting the product directly into your eyes .
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 1000+ reviewsWhile it is highly effective at soothing tightness and reaching difficult areas like the back, some users find it slightly tacky upon application and expensive relative to how quickly the bottle runs out.
Highlights
Ultra-fine mist Mostly Mentioned
- “mist action is super fine – not at all hose-like”
- “diffuses easily and smoothly without that unwanted splutter”
- “sprays evenly, doesn't go all over the place”
- “fog-like mist that feels gentle”
Instant hydration Often Mentioned
- “instant boost of hydration for face and body”
- “relieves dryness and tightness immediately”
- “skin feels plump and comfortable”
- “great for parched winter skin”
Soothing for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
- “calms redness and irritation”
- “zero irritation on sensitive skin”
Versatile and convenient Sometimes Noted
- “easy to reach my back”
- “perfect for a quick refresh over makeup”
- “great for body moisturising when lazy”
- “use it as a toner step”
Price and value Sometimes Noted
- “expensive for the amount you get”
- “runs out very quickly”
- “wish the bottle was bigger”
- “pricey for a water spray”
Eye irritation Rarely Noted
- “stung my eyes when sprayed on face”
- “have to be careful around eye area”
- “caused some eye discomfort”
Not enough for dry skin Rarely Noted
- “need a lotion on top, not enough alone”
- “hydration doesn't last all day”
- “too light for very dry patches”
Sticky or tacky Rarely Noted
- “leaves a slight sticky residue”
- “feels a bit tacky until it dries”
- “takes a moment to fully absorb”
- “can feel heavy if you spray too much”
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Questions and answers
How well does Curél Deep Moisture Spray work for sensitive skin?
Curél Deep Moisture Spray works decently for sensitive skin, offering moderate relief for redness and irritation while keeping skin hydrated. It is very unlikely to cause irritation due to its gentle, soothing ingredients like Allantoin and Cholesterol. However, a moisturizing treatment for this skin needs to be specifically formulated for sensitive skin with protective, mineral-based ingredients like Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide, along with allergen-free soothing agents to provide exceptional suitability and protection without any risk.
Which ingredients make this treatment a good fit for sensitive skin?
Allantoin, cholesterol, glycerin, and Japanese fine skin ceramides make this treatment a good fit by soothing redness and irritation, supporting the skin barrier, and providing hydration without causing irritation. To fit sensitive skin even better, a product of this type needs soothing ingredients, protective minerals like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, and a complete absence of allergens.
What do Ceramides do for sensitive skin?
Ceramides help calm and protect sensitive skin by strengthening the outer barrier, which makes skin feel less irritated and keeps moisture locked in. Clinical studies show that applying creams with ceramides increases skin hydration, reduces discomfort, and improves overall skin barrier strength.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2018Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2026
What does Glycerin do for sensitive skin?
Glycerin helps keep sensitive skin soft and deeply hydrated while supporting the skin barrier. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may protect against dryness and roughness.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Acta Dermato-venereologica, 1999
Where does it go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after your toner and before your moisturizer. It is unlikely to irritate sensitive skin, but this skin type needs extra soothing ingredients and barrier support like ceramides and cholesterol for the best possible fit.
Can I use this treatment with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this moisturizing treatment with retinol by applying it before your retinol step to help calm your skin and keep it hydrated. Sensitive skin of this type needs barrier-supporting ingredients like ceramides and cholesterol to reduce irritation and dryness.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizing treatment daily as part of your evening routine. Daily application helps keep sensitive skin hydrated and supports a calm, strong barrier.
Can this treatment clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This treatment is unlikely to cause irritation or breakouts on sensitive skin, as it has a very safe formula with soothing allantoin and cholesterol. However, to truly care for sensitive skin, a product of this type needs extra barrier-supporting ingredients and deep hydrators to effectively calm redness.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this moisturizing treatment around your eyes and on your body, as its soothing ingredients and gentle formula are very safe for sensitive skin. However, because this product offers only moderate benefits, treating thin eye skin or body areas effectively may need a product with richer barrier-repairing ceramides and deeper moisturizers.
Is this treatment 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, 2017A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016The 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, 2012An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018Prophylactic application of a topical scar gel containing Allium cepae extract, allantoin, and heparin significantly improves patient-assessed scar color, stiffness, and irregularity compared to no treatment in women following a cesarean section.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2014Prophylactic use of a topical gel containing Allium cepa extract, allantoin and heparin significantly reduced vascularity, pigmentation and height of scars compared to an untreated control group and in intra-individual analysis in 120 patients after caesarean section.
Journal of Wound Care, 2020Treatment with a moisturizer containing Eucalyptus extract significantly improved skin conductance and transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects with dry skin, accompanied by an increase in CER [NP] levels.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2013Topical and in vitro application of Eucalyptus extract increases ceramide levels and biosynthesis in keratinocytes and human stratum corneum, improving water-holding and barrier functions in dry skin compared to untreated solvent-induced dry skin.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012Camphor oil treatment achieved complete cure of human facial demodicidosis at concentrations of 100%, 75%, and 50%, and an incomplete cure with a marked drop in infestation density at 25-20% concentrations.
Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology, 2002Botulinum toxin-A encapsulated in phosphatidylcholine/cholesterol nanoliposomes delivered transdermally achieved a diffusion depth of 380 μm and showed a nonsignificant advantage in relieving post-acne scarring compared to hyaluronic acid hydrogel treatment in 12 facial patients.
Journal of Materials Science. Materials in Medicine, 2024Topical application of cholesterol sulfate increases stratum corneum thickness and inhibits protease-induced cell dissociation by competitively inhibiting serine proteases in mice and human stratum corneum.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 1998Topical lovastatin treatment impairs the recovery of cutaneous permeability barrier function and stratum corneum cholesterol levels after acetone disruption in mice, an effect normalized by simultaneous treatment with mevalonate or cholesterol.
The Journal of Clinical Investigation, 1990
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Cholesterol, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Adipic Acid, Disodium Edta, Arginine, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol
Behind this fit score
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