TIRTIR Ceramic Cream for dry sensitive skin

Centella Asiatica Extract
Sodium Hyaluronate
Ceramide Np
Glycerin
Butylene Glycol
Average
- AverageDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for dry sensitive skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
- Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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 dry and sensitive skin, as glycerin and sodium hyaluronate provide hydration and plumpness, while Centella Asiatica Extract and Beta-Glucan soothe irritation.
- While supportive for dry or flaky skin, the formula lacks specialized ingredients to directly address these concerns, and may not deliver optimal results due to insufficient emollient and occlusive ingredients.
- The product is safe for your dry and sensitive skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using this moisturizer 3 times a week and move to daily use if your dry skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and toner in the morning, or after your serum in the evening. Always pair it with SPF in the morning.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin. Avoid rubbing it harshly to protect your sensitive skin.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help with hydration absorption. This also works well for dry and flaky skin types.
- Do a patch test before your first use. Avoid the eye area to prevent any irritation.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 500+ reviewsThis rich, thick moisturizer is widely celebrated by users with dry and dehydrated skin for its ability to provide deep, long-lasting hydration and a "glass skin" finish, making it a favorite for winter or night use. Users with oily or combination skin often find the texture too heavy, greasy, or tacky, with some reports of it sitting on top of the skin rather than absorbing fully.
Highlights
Deep Hydration Often Mentioned
- “lifesaver for dry skin”
- “super rich”
- “long lasting hydration”
Glass Skin Finish Often Mentioned
- “glass skin”
- “glowy finish”
- “plump and smooth”
Barrier Support Sometimes Noted
- “strengthens skin barrier”
- “soothing”
- “calms irritation”
Winter/Night Care Sometimes Noted
- “perfect for winter”
- “great night cream”
- “seals in moisture”
Heavy/Greasy Texture Sometimes Noted
- “too rich”
- “greasy film”
- “oil on face”
- “heavy”
Sticky/Tacky Finish Sometimes Noted
- “stays tacky”
- “sticky residue”
- “hair sticks to face”
Breakouts Rarely Noted
- “caused pimples”
- “broke me out”
- “comedogenic ingredients”
Scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like car tires”
- “stinks”
- “weird scent”
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Questions and answers
How well does TIRTIR Ceramic Cream work for dry sensitive skin?
TIRTIR Ceramic Cream offers moderate moisture for dry and sensitive skin, as glycerin and sodium hyaluronate hydrate and plump while centella asiatica extract and beta-glucan calm irritation. It is unlikely to cause irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients, but dry skin needs richer emollients and barrier-locking ingredients to keep moisture sealed in.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate hydrate dry skin, while Centella Asiatica extract and beta-glucan help soothe irritation. A product of this type needs rich emollients and occlusive ingredients to properly nourish dry skin.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for dry sensitive skin?
Centella asiatica extract helps calm dry sensitive skin by reducing irritation and improving moisture while protecting the skin barrier. Clinical studies show that regular use noticeably decreases redness and discomfort while keeping the skin soft and hydrated.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for dry sensitive skin?
Hyaluronic acid is a great fit for dry, sensitive skin because it brings a large boost in hydration, making the skin feel soft and smooth while improving barrier function. It helps calm tightness and dryness, and is unlikely to cause irritation.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Dermatology and Therapy, 2021
Where does it go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
Apply this moisturizing treatment in the evening as part of your routine. It is safe for your dry and sensitive skin, though a product of this type for your skin needs richer ingredients to seal in moisture and deeply smooth flaky areas.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
Yes, you can use this cream with retinol by applying the retinol first and following with the cream to help keep your skin calm. To work best for dry skin, this type of product needs richer oils and butters to lock in moisture and deeply soften flaky areas.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizing treatment in your evening routine and your weekly routine. To better care for dry sensitive skin, a product of this type needs richer rich oils, butters, and heavier protective ingredients to lock in moisture.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cream is unlikely to cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin, as it has a very low complaint rate for this issue and is free of harsh ingredients. However, because it has a heavy texture, those prone to clogged pores should use it with caution.
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 is safe for dry and sensitive skin. It helps keep these areas soft and smooth, though dry skin on the body and around the eyes ultimately needs rich creams with heavy skin-protecting sealants and nourishing oils.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016A 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, 2017Emulsions containing ceramides 1 and 3 improved skin hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss in sodium lauryl sulfate-irritated skin of fifteen healthy Asian women compared to a control emulsion.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2008Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Topical treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline.
Experimental Dermatology, 2008Topical 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, 2011Topical 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, 2022Treatment 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, 2019The 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, 2012
Why other moisturizers fit dry sensitive skin better
Nanoemulsions containing Macadamia integrifolia seed oil successfully enhanced skin hydration and reduced wrinkles in human volunteers, outperforming conventional emulsions in skin hydration enhancement.
Nanomaterials, 2024Topical application of Lactobacillus plantarum-GMNL6 enhanced collagen synthesis and SPTSSA gene expression while reducing melanin synthesis, Staphylococcus aureus biofilm, and Cutibacterium acnes proliferation, leading to clinical improvements in skin moisture, color, spots, wrinkles, UV spots, and porphyrins in human volunteers.
International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Origanum Vulgare Stem Extract Flower Leaf, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract Lavender Extract, Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract Rosemary Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract, Spearmint Extract, Tanacetum Vulgare Extract, Artemisia Dracunculus Stem Extract Leaf Tarragon Stem Extract Leaf, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Mentha Arvensis Powder, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Allantoin, Disodium Edta, Fructooligosaccharides, Dextrin, Beta-Glucan, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide Np, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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