Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Baume for oily skin
Ceramide Np
Glycerin
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil
Beta-Sitosterol
Zinc GluconateAverage
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023
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, as glycerin, ceramides, and cholesterol enhance barrier resilience and hydration, though paraffinum liquidum and helianthus annuus seed oil may not be ideal for managing excess sebum.
- While it provides general skincare benefits supportive for oily skin, it lacks specialized ingredients to directly address oily shine.
- The product is safe for your oily skin with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
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
★4.6Overall rating based on 800+ reviewsWhile the texture is thick and rich, most users report that it absorbs well without leaving a greasy finish, making it suitable for both face and body on very dry or sensitive skin.
Highlights
Fragrance-free & gentle Often Mentioned
- “no irritation at all”
- “perfect for sensitive skin”
- “zero fragrance is a plus”
- “doesn't sting cracked skin”
Repairs skin barrier Often Mentioned
- “healed my skin barrier in two weeks”
- “restores lipids effectively”
- “great for damaged skin from retinol”
- “skin feels stronger”
Non-greasy absorption Sometimes Noted
- “absorbs quickly for a balm”
- “leaves a matte finish”
- “non-sticky after a few minutes”
- “doesn't feel heavy once absorbed”
Versatile & family safe Sometimes Noted
- “safe for my baby”
- “use it on face and body”
- “great for the whole family”
- “gentle enough for eyelids”
Caused breakouts Sometimes Noted
- “broke me out”
- “too heavy for acne-prone skin”
- “clogged my pores”
- “caused small whiteheads”
Initial stickiness Sometimes Noted
- “feels sticky at first”
- “hard to spread”
- “takes time to sink in”
- “too thick for summer”
Not moisturizing Rarely Noted
- “skin felt dry again by morning”
- “needed to reapply constantly”
- “sat on top without hydrating”
- “preferred the creme version”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “paint peels off the tube”
- “hard to squeeze out at the end”
- “flakes of tube paint on hands”
- “cap broke easily”
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Questions and answers
How well does Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Baume work for oily skin?
Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Baume works moderately well for oily skin, as its glycerin and ceramides help keep your skin barrier healthy and hydrated, though some oils in it may not be ideal for managing excess shine. Because it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target oiliness, an oily skin type needs lightweight moisturizers featuring peptides and hydrating agents that support the skin barrier without heavy oils or pore-clogging ingredients.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?
Glycerin, ceramides, and cholesterol help this cream fit your oily skin by strengthening your skin barrier and adding moisture. To work best for oily skin, a moisturizer of this type needs peptides and hydrating agents with a lightweight texture, along with ingredients that manage oily shine without heavy oils.
What do Ceramides do for oily skin?
Ceramides help keep oily skin balanced by strengthening the skin barrier and locking in moisture without feeling heavy. They are unlikely to clog pores and may help calm irritation, making them a good fit if your skin is both oily and prone to breakouts.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2008Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
What does Glycerin do for oily skin?
Glycerin helps keep oily skin hydrated without feeling heavy and supports the skin barrier. Because this product is a weak fit for your skin, an ideal product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that balance oil while protecting the skin.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008International Journal of Toxicology, 2019
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This moisturizer goes near the end of your morning and evening routines after cleansers, toners, and treatments. It is safe for oily skin, though an oily skin type needs lightweight or oil-controlling ingredients like niacinamide or salicylic acid to help manage excess shine.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol, applying it after your retinol treatment to help keep your skin comfortable and hydrated. This type of product needs barrier-strengthening ingredients like glycerin and ceramides to support your skin during retinol use.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this moisturizer daily in your morning and evening routines, as it has a safe formula with no harsh ingredients. Daily application helps keep your skin hydrated and supports your skin barrier.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cream may cause breakouts for oily skin, as some reviewers complain about them and certain oils in it are not ideal for managing excess shine. Oily skin needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients like salicylic acid or zinc gluconate to help control excess oil and keep pores clear.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
You can safely use this cream on your body and around the eyes, as its gentle formula is well tolerated by delicate areas. Oily skin on the body and around the eyes still needs lightweight hydration and barrier support from ingredients like glycerin and ceramides.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Behenyl 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, 2017Daily use of a deep cleansing gel containing salicylic acid 2%, zinc gluconate 0.2% and lipohydroxy acid 0.05% significantly reduced total lesion count by 56.3% after 84 days in 35 subjects with mild to moderate truncal acne.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023A dermocosmetic cream containing Punica granatum Pericarp extract, Salicylic acid, Niacinamide, Zinc gluconate, and Aqua Posae Filiformis significantly decreased inflammatory, non-inflammatory, and total lesion counts in subjects with mild to moderate acne compared to untreated hemi-faces after 15 days.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026The 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 application of red ginseng oil, linoleic acid, and beta-sitosterol restored hair regenerative capacity and promoted hair growth in testosterone-treated mice by up-regulating Wnt/beta-catenin and Shh/Gli pathways and Bcl-2 while reducing TGF-beta.
Molecules, 2017Cubosomes encrusted with dissolving microneedles loaded with beta-sitosterol showed higher skin permeation and significant hair development compared to cubosomes alone in animals.
Pharmaceuticals, 2023Beta-sitosterol promoted hyaluronic acid biosynthesis and skin barrier protein expression in skin cells, while vermicularin prevented collagen type I loss by reducing reactive oxygen species and inhibiting matrix metalloproteinase-1 production in hydrogen-peroxide-induced fibroblasts.
Anais Da Academia Brasileira de Ciencias, 2019Different strains of Propionibacterium acnes modulate cutaneous innate immunity with varying pro-inflammatory potentials, with P. acnes type III showing the highest and P. avidum the weakest, and zinc gluconate down-regulates the expression of most induced immune markers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2013Zinc gluconate induced alpha2, alpha3, alphaV, and alpha6 integrins, copper gluconate induced alpha2, alpha6, and beta1, and manganese gluconate induced most studied integrins in cultured keratinocytes.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 1999
Why other moisturizers 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, 2024
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Paraffinum Liquidum Huile Minerale Mineral Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Sucrose Stearate, Canola Canola Huile De Colza Oil, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Beta-Sitosterol, Xylitol, Zinc Gluconate, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Palmitamide Mea, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Mannitol, Rhamnose, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Hydroxide, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide Np, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ceramide Ap, Cholesterol, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Ceramide Eop
Behind this fit score
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