Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré for combination skin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter
Alba Cera Beeswax Cera
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
1,2-Hexanediol
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- SuperiorCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A weak match for combination skin; the moisturizers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 benefits for your combination skin, as shea butter and hydrolyzed soy protein provide hydration and barrier support, but the emollient properties of paraffinum liquidum and shea butter are not ideal for managing oily shine.
- Beeswax provides emollient action and barrier repair, which is beneficial for balancing both oily and dry areas of your combination skin.
How to apply
- Use this moisturizer in your AM and PM routine every day to control shine. Always pair with SPF in the morning.
- Apply this moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your morning SPF.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin and avoid harsh rubbing. Let it ⏳absorb for a minute.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help it lock in moisture better. This keeps your combination skin balanced.
- Avoid the eye area when applying the moisturizer. Do a patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 7.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this moisturizer is highly regarded for its intense hydration and effectiveness as a makeup primer, creating a smooth and plump base. While it generally suits most skin types, some users with very oily or acne-prone skin report that the formula can feel heavy or lead to breakouts.
Highlights
Excellent primer Mostly Mentioned
- “Creates a smooth, tacky base that grips foundation; prevents makeup from looking cakey or separating.”
Intense hydration Mostly Mentioned
- “Instantly plumps dehydrated skin; eliminates dry patches; leaves a "satin" glow.”
Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
- “Rich but absorbs quickly; feels milky rather than greasy; "sinks right in."”
Versatile multi-use Often Mentioned
- “Works as a daily moisturizer, hydrating mask, makeup remover, and after-shave balm.”
Soothing for sensitive skin Sometimes Noted
- “Calms redness and irritation; gentle enough for reactive skin types (for most users).”
Potential breakouts Sometimes Noted
- “Caused cystic acne or whiteheads for some; "clogged pores"; not suitable for all acne-prone skin.”
Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “Heavily perfumed floral scent; "overpowering" for some; causes irritation for fragrance-sensitive users.”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “Metal tube is prone to cracking; product leaks out; "hard to squeeze" last bits.”
Too greasy Rarely Noted
- “Can feel heavy or "oily" on T-zone; leaves a shiny film on naturally oily skin types.”
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Questions and answers
Why is Embryolisse Lait-Crème a weak match for combination skin?
This cream is a weak match for combination skin because its heavy oils and shea butter can increase oily shine while giving hydration and barrier support. Combination skin needs a moisturizer with effective brightening and balancing ingredients that hydrate without adding excess oil, plus soothing agents and antioxidants.
Which ingredients make this cream a poor fit for combination skin?
Paraffinum liquidum and shea butter make this cream a weak match because their heavy softening properties are not ideal for managing oily shine on combination skin. A product of this type needs effective brightening and moisturizing ingredients, soothing agents, and antioxidants that target hydration while reducing excess oil.
What does Aloe Vera Leaf Extract do for combination skin?
Aloe vera leaf extract helps hydrate dry areas and calm oily skin without clogging pores. It improves skin moisture and supports a smooth, balanced feel.
What does Butyrospermum Parkii Butter do for combination skin?
Butyrospermum parkii butter helps keep combination skin soft and smooth while supporting the skin barrier. This ingredient is generally well tolerated, though a product for this skin type also needs lightweight hydration to balance oilier zones without clogging pores.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2018
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This cream goes in your morning and evening moisturizing steps to soften dry areas, though combination skin needs lighter textures and ingredients that manage oily shine without heavy oils.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream alongside retinol by applying it after your retinol treatment to help soothe and support your skin barrier. Using a moisturizer with this routine helps keep skin comfortable, though combination skin needs lightweight, oil-balancing ingredients rather than heavy oils to prevent excess shine.
How often should I use this cream?
This cream is a weak match for your combination skin because its heavy oils are not ideal for managing oily shine. To make this type of product work for your skin, look for lightweight hydration and ingredients that balance oil without feeling greasy.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This cream may cause breakouts and feel too greasy for combination skin, as heavy ingredients like mineral oil and shea butter can clog pores and make oily shine harder to manage. A moisturizer for this skin needs lighter hydrators and ingredients that balance oil without adding extra weight.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
This cream is suitable for use on the body and the thin skin around the eyes, where it helps keep dry areas soft and smooth. Because your combination skin needs something lighter to avoid an oily shine, a product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and balancing ingredients to manage both dry and oily zones effectively.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
What the research says
A 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, 2025Cellulose acetate and soy protein hydrolysate nanofibrous dressings promote fibroblast proliferation in vitro and accelerate wound healing with reduced scar formation in vivo.
Advanced Healthcare Materials, 2018A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010A 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, 2025Topical application of a honey, olive oil, and beeswax mixture three times daily for up to 4 weeks resulted in clinical responses in 86% of patients with pityriasis versicolor, 78% with tinea cruris, and 75% with tinea corporis.
Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 2004A prototype body cream containing bee venom, propolis, honey, beeswax, and royal jelly demonstrated stability for 90 days, high antioxidant capacity of 85.45%, lack of cytotoxicity with over 70% cell viability, and no irritation or allergic reaction in dermatological analysis, while improving skin parameters in a panel test.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022MUD1 protected human dermal fibroblasts against AAPH-induced oxidative stress by increasing cell viability, reducing oxidative damage, improving mitochondrial functionality, and enhancing wound healing capacities.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2018A red ginseng hydrogel formulation with 1,2-hexanediol promoted selective growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and decreased Cutibacterium acnes in 20 female subjects.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2022Sensory skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediols increased with alkane chain length, whereas 1,2-hexanediol showed the lowest objective skin irritation potential compared to both shorter and longer chain lengths, and percutaneous absorption negatively correlated with alkane chain length.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2011
Ingredients
Water, Paraffinum Liquidum, Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Triethanolamine, Alba Cera Beeswax Cera, Cetyl Palmitate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Steareth-10, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Parfum, Laureth-7, Propylene Glycol, Tropolone, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
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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