INNBEAUTY PROJECT Extreme Cream for oily skin
Bio-Retinol
Heptapeptide-7
Acetyl Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Amide Acetate
3x Ceramide Complex
Tremella Fuciformis Extract Mushroom Extract
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other moisturizers 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 suitability for oily skin due to the presence of squalane and bisabolol which provide emollient action and anti-inflammatory benefits, respectively, but lacks strong seboregulating ingredients to address oily shine concerns.
- Glycerin and tremella fuciformis extract provide excellent moisturizing and hydration, enhancing barrier resilience without exacerbating oiliness.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components like allantoin and bisabolol.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine every day to keep your face fresh.
- Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and toning, but right before your SPF in the morning.
- Gently press a small amount into your skin and let it absorb fully.
- Apply on clean, slightly dry skin to help control that oily shine.
- Avoid the eye area and do a quick patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this rich moisturizer is widely celebrated by users with dry, mature, or sensitive skin for its ability to deliver immediate hydration and a "glassy" glow. Many report visibly plumper skin and softened fine lines. A minority of users with oily skin find the texture too heavy or greasy for daytime use.
Highlights
Hydration and glow Mostly Mentioned
- “gives a glassy skin finish”
- “skin looks instantly plumper”
- “banished my dry patches”
Rich texture Mostly Mentioned
- “melts into the skin”
- “thick and dreamy formula”
- “feels expensive and silky”
Non-irritating formula Often Mentioned
- “gentle enough for sensitive skin”
- “no stinging with the bio-retinol”
- “soothing on my barrier”
Firming and anti-aging Sometimes Noted
- “softened my fine lines”
- “skin feels tighter and lifted”
- “noticeable difference in bounce”
Refillable packaging Sometimes Noted
- “love the eco-friendly refill system”
- “beautiful glass jar”
- “easy to swap pods”
Deceptive packaging Sometimes Noted
- “huge jar but tiny refill”
- “misleading amount of product”
- “lots of wasted plastic space”
Too heavy Sometimes Noted
- “sat on top of my skin”
- “made me look oily by noon”
- “too thick for acne-prone skin”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “woke up with whiteheads”
- “clogged my pores”
- “caused deep cystic acne”
Makeup issues Rarely Noted
- “caused my foundation to slide”
- “pilled under my sunscreen”
- “too slippery for makeup prep”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like cooking oil”
- “weird herbal scent”
- “has a funky earthy smell”
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Questions and answers
How well does INNBEAUTY PROJECT Extreme Cream work for oily skin?
This moisturizer works moderately well for oily skin because it hydrates and soothes without causing irritation, though it lacks strong ingredients to control oily shine. An ideal product for this skin type needs oil-controlling ingredients alongside lightweight hydrators to manage shine and maintain a clear complexion.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?
Glycerin and tremella fuciformis extract make this cream a good fit by providing hydration without adding oiliness, while squalane and bisabolol help soothe the skin. To work best for oily skin, a moisturizing treatment of this type needs ingredients that target oily shine, alongside a lightweight texture and no heavy oils.
What does Bio-Retinol do for oily skin?
Bio-Retinol helps smooth and balance oily skin while keeping it soft and clear. A product of this type for this skin needs lightweight hydrators and soothing ingredients to control excess shine without clogging pores.
What does Heptapeptide-7 do for oily skin?
Heptapeptide-7 is unlikely to provide the oil-balancing benefits needed for oily skin, which typically requires ingredients that regulate sebum production and clear pores without clogging them.
Where does it go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This moisturizing treatment goes at the end of your evening routine, after your cleanser, toner, and treatment. It keeps your skin soft and hydrated without feeling heavy, though oily skin of this type needs added ingredients that help control shine.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol, and applying it after your retinol treatment helps calm the skin and keep it comfortable. Oily skin works best with this cream when it also includes oil-controlling ingredients to manage shine.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizing treatment twice a day as part of your morning and evening routine to keep your skin hydrated. Regular daily application is unlikely to cause irritation and helps improve overall moisture and barrier function.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cream is unlikely to cause breakouts on oily skin, as it has a very safe formula with soothing ingredients like allantoin and bisabolol. However, because it lacks strong oil-controlling ingredients, an oily skin type generally needs a product with added ingredients that specifically target and reduce excess shine.
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 it has a very safe formula with soothing ingredients like allantoin and bisabolol that are unlikely to cause irritation. Because the skin around the eyes is exceptionally thin, gentle and well-tolerated formulas like this help keep it soft without heavy risks.
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, 2017Topical bakuchiol 0.5% applied twice daily compared with retinol 0.5% applied daily significantly decreased wrinkle surface area and hyperpigmentation with no statistical difference between the compounds in 44 patients over 12 weeks, while retinol users reported more facial skin scaling and stinging.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019A dermocosmetic containing bakuchiol, Ginkgo biloba extract, and mannitol improves inflammatory lesions, Investigator Global Assessment, and seborrhea intensity when added to adapalene 0.1% gel in patients with acne vulgaris.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015Topical application of a serum containing supramolecular Bakuchiol and Terminalia chebula extract significantly improved barrier function, reduced redness and sensitivity, and improved wrinkles and elasticity in 34 Chinese subjects with sensitive skin after 28 days.
Health Science Reports, 2025Application of heptapeptide-7 improved forehead wrinkles and skin texture in 32 women with a mean age of 54.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2010Snow mushroom alcohol-based hand rub gel significantly improved skin moisture better than the placebo through 180 minutes while maintaining comparable antiseptic efficacy in 20 human volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Tremella fuciformis extract demonstrates potential cutaneous benefits including skin antiaging, photoprotection, wound healing, and barrier protection based on in vitro and animal models.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2023Tremella fuciformis inhibits melanogenesis by decreasing melanin content and tyrosinase expression in B16F10 cells while promoting wound healing in human HaCaT keratinocytes and Detroit 551 fibroblasts.
In Vivo, 2022
Ingredients
Water, C13-15 Alkane, Squalane, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate, Bisabolol, Coco-Caprylate Caprate, Glycerin, Magnesium Sulfate, Panthenol, Glyceryl Behenate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Heptapeptide-7, Acetyl Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Amide Acetate, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Ceramide Np, Tremella Fuciformis Extract Mushroom Extract, Allantoin, Rice Bran Oil, Arginine, Glycosphingolipids, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Tetraacetylphytosphingosine, Polyglyceryl-6 Octastearate, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Carnosine, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Quaternium-90 Bentonite, Mica, Triethyl Citrate, Zinc Stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gluconolactone, Calcium Gluconate, Hydroxyacetophenone
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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