Aestura Atobarrier 365 Cream for acne-prone skin
Squalane
Glycerin
Allantoin
Phytosphingosine
Butylene Glycol
Average
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for acne-prone skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 your combination skin, as Glycerin and Butylene Glycol provide humectant benefits to enhance barrier resilience with Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEA and Phytosphingosine, but it lacks sufficient ingredients for strong oil control needed for your acne and breakouts.
- The formula provides excellent moisturizing and barrier support, which are general skincare benefits, but these are not specifically targeted for your acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
- The safety profile is good, with no risks of irritation for your combination skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use your moisturizer twice a day in your AM and PM routines. Apply it daily to help keep breakouts under control.
- Apply after your cleanser and toner, and make sure to use your SPF right after in the morning.
- Gently spread a small amount of moisturizer over your face using soft motions. Let it absorb into the skin for a minute before getting dressed or applying makeup.
- Apply on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra moisture. This keeps your combination skin balanced without feeling heavy.
- Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your first use. Stop using if you feel any irritation.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 3.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this cream is widely praised for its ability to repair damaged skin barriers and provide deep, long-lasting hydration, making it a favorite for combating dryness and irritation from treatments. Many users appreciate its unique melting capsule texture and find it soothing for sensitive skin types. Some recent reviews indicate a reformulation has made the cream feel greasier and potentially more comedogenic for some, while a smaller number of users find it too heavy for oily skin or experience occasional pilling.
Highlights
Deep barrier repair Mostly Mentioned
- “Saved my skin from tretinoin peeling”
- “healed my moisture barrier overnight”
- “stopped the stinging from over-exfoliation”
Long-lasting hydration Often Mentioned
- “Skin still plump the next morning”
- “survived a 12-hour flight”
- “no tightness all day”
Soothing for sensitive Often Mentioned
- “calmed my red cheeks”
Non-greasy finish Sometimes Noted
- “Rich but not sticky”
- “sinks in beautifully”
- “leaves a nice glow, not grease”
Unique capsule texture Sometimes Noted
- “Little beads burst satisfyingly”
- “capsules melt right in”
- “smooth application without grit”
Reformulation changes Sometimes Noted
- “New formula broke me out”
- “miss the old version”
- “feels heavier and greasier now”
Too heavy for oily Sometimes Noted
- “Gave me closed comedones”
- “too thick for summer”
- “woke up like a greaseball”
Occasional pilling Rarely Noted
- “Pills under my SPF”
- “balls up if I rub too much”
- “can't wear it under foundation”
Price point Rarely Noted
- “Wish it was cheaper”
- “Illiyoon is a better value”
- “pricey for a daily moisturizer”
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Questions and answers
How well does Aestura Atobarrier 365 Cream work for acne-prone skin?
Aestura Atobarrier 365 Cream works reasonably well for acne-prone skin, offering helpful moisture and barrier support through ingredients like glycerin and phytosphingosine, though it lacks targeted oil control for breakouts. To fit acne-prone skin best, a product of this type needs effective active ingredients for acne and blemishes, soothing extracts, and reliable oil control while keeping skin balanced and clear.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for acne-prone skin?
Glycerin, butylene glycol, phytosphingosine, and squalane make this cream a moderate fit for your skin by providing hydration and barrier support. However, for a stronger fit on acne-prone skin, a moisturizer needs effective targeted ingredients for breakouts and oil control alongside soothing agents and hydration.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002
What does Squalane do for acne-prone skin?
Squalane may help keep acne-prone skin soft and smooth, but peroxidated forms can trigger inflammation in skin cells. For a better fit on acne-prone skin, products need non-clogging, soothing ingredients that balance oil without causing irritation.
What does Glycerin do for acne-prone skin?
Glycerin helps keep acne-prone skin hydrated and calm without clogging pores or feeling heavy. It supports the skin barrier so it stays soft and smooth while handling everyday treatments.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008International Journal of Toxicology, 2019
Where does it go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This moisturizer goes near the end of your morning and evening routines, right before sunscreen in the morning and after your treatment step at night. It helps keep your skin soft and hydrated, though acne-prone skin also needs stronger oil-controlling ingredients and blemish-fighting treatments to truly clear breakouts.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol by applying the retinol first, letting it absorb, and then following with the cream to keep your skin soft and calm. Using a barrier-supporting moisturizer alongside retinoids helps reduce dryness and irritation.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizer twice a day, in the morning and evening, to keep your skin soft and comfortable. Regular daily application is unlikely to cause irritation and helps support overall moisture, though acne-prone skin also needs targeted ingredients for oil control.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cream works for acne-prone skin, though other products fit it better because it lacks sufficient oil control ingredients for breakouts. To manage acne effectively, this skin type needs targeted ingredients like salicylic acid or niacinamide to help keep pores clear.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this moisturizer on the thin skin around your eyes and on your body, as its safe formula is unlikely to cause irritation. Because skin thickness varies greatly across the body, a gentle and well-tolerated cream like this works well for general hydration in those areas.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Behenyl alcohol and arachidyl alcohol are fatty alcohols, 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 application of an emulsion containing a complete mixture of ceramides III, IIIB, VI, phytosphingosine, cholesterol, and linoleic acid significantly accelerated barrier recovery after SLS damage and improved skin hydration after acetone treatment in human volunteers compared to an emulsion containing only two types of ceramides.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2002Squalane at 0.005-0.015% counteracts UVA-induced oxidative stress, inflammation, and collagen metabolism inhibition while stimulating fibroblast migration in human dermal fibroblasts.
Molecules, 2025Plant-derived squalane protected human dermal fibroblasts against UVA-induced damage by counteracting ROS formation, suppressing apoptosis-related proteins p53, caspase-3, caspase-9, and PARP, and restoring the pro-survival p-Akt/mTOR pathway.
Antioxidants, 2025The 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 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, 2016A 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, 2020An 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, 2018Phytosphingosine demonstrates anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory activity with excellent clinical results in acne vulgaris.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007Phytosphingosine increased filaggrin metabolism and skin hydration in human skin by stimulating filaggrin biosynthesis and degradation leading to natural moisturizing factor formation.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2017Phytosphingosine inhibits melanin synthesis in cultured melan-a cells and a reconstructed human skin model by modulating MITF through suppression of gene expression and induction of protein degradation.
Journal of Dermatological Science, 2017
Why other moisturizers fit acne-prone skin better
Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023A 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, 2024A facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract significantly reduced inflammatory acne lesions compared to placebo in 66 participants with mild-to-moderate maskne over 12 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate Dicaprate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Squalane, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Behenyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide Mea, Cyclohexasiloxane, C14-22 Alcohols, Hydroxypropyl Bislauramide Mea, Mannitol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Polyacrylate-13, Carnauba Wax Extract, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Arachidyl Glucoside, Dimethiconol, Polyisobutene, Phytosphingosine, Glyceryl Caprylate, Acrylates Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Glucose, Arachidic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Caesalpinia Sappan Stem Powder, Oleic Acid, Tocopherol
Behind this fit score
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