NatureWell Extra Virgin Coconut Oil Moisturizing Cream for acne-prone skin
Extra Coconut Oil
Glycerin
Retinyl Palmitate Vitamin A
Tocopheryl Acetate Vitamin E
Ascorbic AcidCaution
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A poor match for acne-prone skin; the moisturizers alongside fit it better.
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 moisturizing for your combination skin due to glycerin and coconut oil, but these ingredients are not specialized for acne, blemishes, and breakouts and may pose a risk of worsening them.
- While the formula is generally safe for your combination skin, it lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control on your oily areas.
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
★4.8Overall rating based on 900+ reviewsThis moisturizing cream is highly praised for delivering intense hydration, leaving skin feeling soft and smooth without greasiness. The cream also has a mild, pleasant scent.
Highlights
Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
- “Provides intense hydration to help maintain visually softer, smoother, & more supple skin.”
- “My skin often feels dry and neglected... this product lived up to its promises.”
- “Kept my skin from drying or flaking or peeling.”
Non-greasy formula Often Mentioned
- “Absorbs quickly without leaving any greasy residue.”
- “It's not greasy, it has a very clean and pleasant smell.”
- “The cream absorbs quickly into the skin, not sticky.”
Mild, pleasant scent Sometimes Noted
- “Scent is mild and clean smelling.”
- “Mild coconut aroma that smells good enough to eat but isn't overpowering.”
- “Fragrance a coco delicada y suave.”
Versatile usage Sometimes Noted
- “Works amazing on the whole body. Face too.”
- “Great for skin and HAIR.”
- “Can use on your face but also your body.”
Bulky container size Rarely Noted
- “Not the most travel-friendly packaging due to its size.”
- “16-ounce capacity... might be too large for some travel needs.”
Fragrance sensitivity Rarely Noted
- “Some users who are sensitive to fragrance might find it unnecessary.”
- “I would have liked more if the fragrance was stronger" (or conversely, too much for some).”
Jar packaging hygiene Rarely Noted
- “The jar format might not appeal to individuals who prefer pump bottles for hygiene reasons.”
- “Jar might not be the most hygienic compared to a pump.”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with NatureWell Extra Virgin Coconut Oil Moisturizing Cream for acne-prone skin?
Lovi advises caution because while the glycerin and coconut oil offer moderate moisture, they are not specialized for blemishes and may worsen breakouts on acne-prone skin. A product of this type needs effective ingredients for acne and blemishes, soothing extracts, and zero allergens to safely hydrate and balance this skin.
Which ingredients make this cream a poor fit for acne-prone skin?
This cream is a poor fit for acne-prone skin because coconut oil and glycerin may pose a risk of worsening breakouts and lack oil control. An acne-prone skin type needs a product with effective ingredients for blemishes, soothing extracts, and peptides that hydrate without causing irritation.
What does Coconut Oil do for acne-prone skin?
Coconut oil is generally not a good fit for acne-prone skin because it is heavy and may clog pores, leading to breakouts. Skin of this type needs lightweight ingredients that hydrate without trapping oil, such as hyaluronic acid or niacinamide.
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 this cream go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This cream is a poor match for your acne-prone skin because it lacks ingredients to control oil and may worsen breakouts. To properly care for acne-prone skin, a moisturizer of this type needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that help clear blemishes without clogging pores.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
It is best to exercise caution when using this moisturizing treatment alongside retinol on acne-prone skin, as it lacks specialized ingredients for breakouts and may worsen them. To care for this skin type properly, a product needs oil-controlling ingredients and blemish-targeting actives instead of heavy oils.
How often should I use this cream?
This cream is a poor match for your acne-prone skin because its ingredients may worsen blemishes and do not control oil well. To care for this skin, a moisturizer needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that help clear pores without heavy oils.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cream is a poor match for acne-prone skin because coconut oil and other ingredients may clog pores and worsen breakouts. A product for this skin needs oil-controlling ingredients and lightweight hydrators that keep skin clear without heavy oils.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
This cream is generally safe for your body, but acne-prone skin needs a lightweight, non-greasy moisturizer with oil-controlling ingredients for the delicate skin around the eyes.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum, hexyl cinnamal, coumarin, and benzyl alcohol). Cetyl 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, 2017Overnight virgin coconut oil application provides a skin protective effect against damage and increased TEWL from frequent alcohol-based hand sanitizer usage in 60 volunteers, resulting in a 25% increase in perceived moisture content compared to the control group.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021The 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, 2012Over-the-counter retinol products provided only weak evidence for a mild ameliorating effect on fine facial skin wrinkle lines in randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled trials, and major methodological flaws call the validity of positive results into question.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2021A cosmetic niacinamide/peptide/retinyl propionate regimen significantly improved periorbital wrinkle appearance relative to a 0.02% tretinoin regimen at 8 weeks with comparable benefits at 24 weeks, while demonstrating significantly better tolerability in 196 women.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2010A novel triple-active cosmetic formulation containing 4-hexylresorcinol, retinyl propionate, and niacinamide improved the visual appearance of photoageing similarly to 0.02% tretinoin and reversed a consensus gene signature associated with ageing in female adults while causing less skin irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Coconut Oil, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Peg-8 Beeswax, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil Grape Seed Oil, Allantoin, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbic Acid, Polysorbate 85, Cetyl Alcohol, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Glyceryl Stearate, Mineral Oil, Acrylates Acrylamide Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Coumarin, Benzyl Alcohol
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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