Eucerin Anti-Pigment Body Cream for oily skin
Average
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other products fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
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 skin brightening for your oily skin due to Isobutylamido thiazolyl resorcinol and lactic acid, which help to even skin tone and provide general hydration with Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate.
- While it addresses hydration, it lacks targeted ingredients for optimal oil control, which is your main goal.
- The product is safe for your oily skin with no risks of irritation from harsh ingredients.
People Say
★4.2Overall rating based on 200+ reviewsUsers generally praise this cream for its ability to effectively fade dark spots and smooth rough, thickened skin on friction-prone areas like knees and elbows. While many report visible improvements in skin tone and texture within a few weeks, consistency is highlighted as a key requirement for success.
Highlights
Fades dark spots Mostly Mentioned
- “Dark spots started looking lighter”
- “Visible results in 2 weeks”
- “Reduced my hyperpigmentation”
Hydrating formula Often Mentioned
- “Feels very moisturised”
- “Leaves skin feeling soft”
- “Intense hydration”
Smooths rough skin Often Mentioned
- “Smooths thickened skin”
- “Elbows are way smoother”
- “Softens rough texture”
Requires consistency Often Mentioned
- “Skipping days didn't help”
- “Must be diligent”
- “Takes time to work”
Non-greasy texture Sometimes Noted
- “Sinks in fast”
- “Light and non-greasy”
- “Doesn't mess with products”
Sensitive skin friendly Sometimes Noted
- “Did not irritate”
- “Very good tolerability”
- “No stinging”
No sun protection Sometimes Noted
- “Doesn't provide sun protection”
- “SPF is still crucial”
- “Need to layer sunscreen”
Slow initial results Sometimes Noted
- “First two weeks? Not much”
- “Not used long enough”
- “Takes a few weeks”
Price point Rarely Noted
- “Worth the cash”
- “Hundreds spent on others”
- “Affordable pigmentation cream”
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Questions and answers
How well does Eucerin Anti-Pigment work for oily skin?
This cream works moderately well for your oily skin, helping to even your skin tone and provide general hydration, though it lacks targeted ingredients for oil control. It is safe and is unlikely to cause irritation, but an oily skin type needs lighter hydrators and ingredients that help manage excess shine.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for oily skin?
This cream works moderately for oily skin because it contains Thiamidol and lactic acid to brighten the skin, along with glycerin and sodium hyaluronate for hydration. However, because it lacks targeted ingredients for optimal oil control, oily skin needs a product with mattifying ingredients and lightweight hydrators.
What does Thiamidol do for oily skin?
Thiamidol targets dark spots and uneven skin tone by slowing down pigment production, and it is generally well tolerated on oily skin without clogging pores. Because oily skin can be prone to post-blemish marks, this ingredient helps fade lingering discoloration safely while keeping the complexion balanced.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2025Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps oily skin by reducing extra oil and sebum production without causing irritation. Clinical studies show it successfully balances oil levels while keeping the skin comfortable.
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This body care cream is used on the body rather than the face as part of your daily routine. Oily skin works best with lightweight, oil-controlling ingredients to manage shine.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol by applying your retinol first and following with this moisturizer once it absorbs, which helps keep your oily skin comfortable. While it provides gentle hydration and evens skin tone, oily skin also needs targeted oil-control ingredients to truly thrive.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this body cream daily to help even your skin tone and keep your skin soft and hydrated. It is safe for your skin type with no risks of irritation, though it lacks targeted ingredients for optimal oil control.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily skin, as it has a safe profile with no harsh ingredients. However, because it focuses on hydration and even tone rather than oil control, oily skin needs a product of this type that also includes lightweight, oil-balancing ingredients and mattifying agents to fully manage shine.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It contains fragrance (parfum) and drying alcohol (alcohol denat).
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 dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002A panthenol-enriched mask significantly decreased erythema and hyperpigmentation, increased sebum and stratum corneum moisture, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to a saline dressing in 60 subjects undergoing facial laser treatment.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Treatment with the tyrosinase inhibitor Thiamidol significantly lightened suction blister-induced post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and improved acne-related post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation compared to vehicle control over 3 months.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2021Four-times daily Thiamidol application improves facial hyperpigmentation significantly more than two-times daily application in subjects with mild-to-moderate facial hyperpigmentation, and a real-world three-product Thiamidol regimen shows significant improvement of hyperpigmentation and skin parameters.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Application of isobutylamido thiazolyl resorcinol twice daily prior to Q-switched Nd:YAG laser treatment significantly reduced the incidence of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation at 4 weeks compared to no application in subjects with solar lentigines.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Topical 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, 2019Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 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 dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.
Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000Hyaluronic acid, hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol, and isotonic saline nasal sprays all significantly improved dry nose symptoms over four weeks in 240 patients, with hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol providing superior nasal moisturisation compared to the other two.
Auris, Nasus, Larynx, 2020A combination cream of stimu-tex AS and saccharide isomerate reduced erythema, increased skin capacitance, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects after fractional CO2 laser procedure without causing serious adverse events.
Lasers in Medical Science, 2025A skin barrier restoring cream with shea butter, silkflo, and vitamin E increased type I procollagen synthesis, enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity, decreased reactive oxygen species generation, and promoted hyaluronic acid production in H2O2-stimulated human keratinocyte cells compared to untreated cells.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat, Cetearyl Alcohol, Diisopropyl Adipate, Panthenol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Behenyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cocoglycerides, Distarch Phosphate, Isobutylamido Thiazolyl Resorcinol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactic Acid, Hydroxypropyl Phosphate Starch, Triisostearin, Citric Acid, Tapioca Starch, Xanthan Gum, Pantolactone, Trisodium Edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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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