ZO Skin Health Growth Factor Serum for combination skin
Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate
Adenosine Triphosphate
Beta-Glucan
Angelica Polymorpha Sinensis Root Extract
Hydrolyzed Sericin
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- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for combination skin; a few serums fit it even 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
- Highly suitable for your combination skin, the Buddleja Davidii Meristem Cell Culture and Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate work to reduce inflammation and regulate sebum, supporting skin regeneration and fine line reduction.
- While Glycerin provides general hydration, the formulation's primary benefits are not directly targeted at managing oily shine, which is your main concern.
- The product is safe for your combination skin, as it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients that would cause irritation.
How to apply
- Use your serum as part of your PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, and right before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute ⏳for it to soak in.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive.
- Always do a patch test before using the serum for the first time, and avoid the eye area .
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 1.4k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this product is highly regarded by users with aging, dry, and sensitive skin for its hydrating and plumping effects, visibly reducing fine lines. The lightweight gel formula is frequently praised for restoring the skin's moisture barrier and improving texture. However, some users with acne-prone skin report breakouts, and the high price is a common concern.
Highlights
Lightweight gel Mostly Mentioned
- “The lightweight gel feels refreshing upon application”
- “Glides effortlessly on the skin, leaving no greasy residue”
- “Absorbs within seconds, leaving no greasy or sticky residue”
- “Feels so light weight and leaves your face feeling hydrated”
Hydrating, plumping Often Mentioned
- “Skin truly feels plumped and nourished”
- “Super hydrating and leaves the skin smooth and plump”
- “Helps hydrate dry patches and leave skin feeling supple”
- “Leaves my skin hydrated and bouncy”
Very expensive Often Mentioned
- “Premium pricing might not suit budget-conscious buyers”
- “Expensive for 1 oz”
- “Well worth the money... but it's so expensive”
- “Pricey but it's money well spent”
Gentle, soothing Sometimes Noted
- “Gentle enough for sensitive skin; no irritation”
- “Seemed to calm my skin rather than aggravate it”
- “Reduces minor irritation, ideal for sensitive skin types”
- “Calming aloe scent provided a spa-like experience”
Reduces lines Sometimes Noted
- “Softened the appearance of fine lines”
- “Annoying fine lines on my forehead and around my eyes looked diminished”
- “Helped with hydration and my fine lines”
- “Helps visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles over consistent use”
Slow results Sometimes Noted
- “Effects do take time”
- “Requires patience; results are visible only after several weeks”
- “Deeper wrinkles remained largely unchanged, at least in the short term”
Causes breakouts Rarely Noted
- “The growth serum broke me out like I haven't broken out since high school”
- “Ingredient in it that commonly breaks people out: dimethicone”
- “Some individuals may experience increased acne or new blemishes”
Faulty pump Rarely Noted
- “Pump dispenser to be somewhat finicky”
- “Dispensing an even amount of product can be tricky”
- “Excess product dispensed often leads to waste”
Pills under makeup Rarely Noted
- “User found that it pills under a foundation”
- “Dimethicone may contribute to pilling”
- “Pilling may occur when layered with products”
Sources: lovi.care, zoskinhealth.com, reddit.com, whatsinmyjar.com, skinsort.com, dermapproved.com, and more
Questions and answers
What makes Growth Factor Serum a great fit for combination skin?
Growth Factor Serum is a great fit for your combination skin because it helps calm inflammation and balance oil while smoothing fine lines. The ingredients work safely to support skin renewal without causing irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Cellular and Molecular Biology, 2007
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for combination skin?
Buddleja Davidii Meristem Cell Culture and Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate make this serum a great fit because they work to reduce inflammation and regulate sebum, supporting skin regeneration and fine line reduction. Glycerin also helps by providing general hydration, and the formula is safe and unlikely to cause irritation on combination skin.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Cellular and Molecular Biology, 2007
What does Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate do for combination skin?
Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate helps smooth the look of lines and wrinkles while improving overall skin quality on combination skin. Clinical studies show that serums containing this ingredient can successfully target signs of aging while keeping the skin safe and well-tolerated.
What does Adenosine Triphosphate do for combination skin?
Adenosine triphosphate helps supply the energy that skin cells need to repair damage and stay healthy. For combination skin, this extra cellular energy supports normal cell renewal and helps keep both dry and oily areas balanced.
Journal of Cellular Physiology, 2005International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2021
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This treatment serum goes in the evening routine after cleansing and toning, and before moisturizing. Putting treatments in the evening keeps things simple and provides extra safety around sun exposure.
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this treatment alongside retinol by applying it after your retinol and moisturizer in your evening routine, as it is safe and unlikely to cause irritation on your combination skin. Giving your skin a few minutes to absorb each layer helps everything sink in comfortably.
How often should I use this serum?
This serum is used in the evening as part of your routine. It is a great fit for your combination skin and helps reduce inflammation while supporting skin regeneration and fine line reduction without causing irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Cellular and Molecular Biology, 2007
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This serum is unlikely to cause breakouts on combination skin because it is safe and free of harsh ingredients that typically trigger irritation. Reviewers rarely complain about breakouts, and the formula includes ingredients that help calm inflammation and support skin health.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Cellular and Molecular Biology, 2007
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum). Oleyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
A novel anti-aging serum containing acetyl hexapeptide-8, dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, gluconolactone, niacinamide, and laminaria extract significantly increased anti-aging biomarkers and improved static and dynamic wrinkles as well as skin quality in clinical studies.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Verbascoside- and teupolioside-containing extracts significantly accelerated wound healing, exhibited anti-inflammatory action, inhibited reactive oxygen species release, and suppressed chemokine and growth factor expression in cultured human keratinocytes compared to pro-inflammatory controls.
Cellular and Molecular Biology, 2007Knockout of the TRPV3 gene and topical applications of selective TRPV3 inhibitors osthole and verbascoside alleviate UVB-induced skin inflammation and lesions in mice.
FASEB Journal, 2023A 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, 2017The application of a vitamin B12 and adenosine triphosphate complex improved skin radiance, elasticity, and texture in human participants.
Current Issues in Molecular Biology, 2024Direct delivery of intracellular adenosine triphosphate using ATP-encapsulated fusogenic small unilamellar lipid vesicles accelerated wound healing, improved granular tissue development, re-epithelialization, and increased vascular endothelial growth factor expression compared to lipid vesicles alone in adult nude mice.
American Journal of Surgery, 2007A self-powered chloroplast-driven nanophotosystem consisting of Chlorella-derived nanothylakoid units and hyaluronic acid microneedles increased mitochondrial biogenesis, adenosine triphosphate generation, and NAD(P)H pools in senescent fibroblasts, leading to increased collagen synthesis and alleviated skin photoaging.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2026Skin care regimens containing beta-glucan improved hemoglobin index, skin hydration, and transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in 20 patients undergoing fractional laser therapy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Treatment with topical formulations containing beta-glucan combined with nanofractional radiofrequency plus magnetic nanofractional radiofrequency showed the best efficacy and was tolerable and effective in Chinese women with abdominal stretch marks compared to control groups.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2023Topical beta-glucan mildly improved striae gravidarum, 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser showed better results than topical beta-glucan, and the combined strategy further improved striae gravidarum atrophy compared to single treatment.
The Journal of Dermatology, 2022Angelica sinensis essential oil at 5%-10% demonstrated significant anti-acne effects comparable to adapalene gel with reduced side effects in mice by suppressing Cutibacterium acnes and downregulating IL-1β.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2026An Angelica sinensis extract containing 1% ligustilide demonstrated anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-senescence, matrix-supportive, and antimicrobial effects in human keratinocytes and dermal fibroblasts.
Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2026Topical application of Angelica sinensis extract induced noticeable hair regrowth, restored hair shaft lengths and follicle size, and decreased apoptotic cells in C57BL/6 mice.
The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, 2014Bacterial cellulose wound dressing containing silk sericin and PHMB improved wound quality and reduced pain compared to Bactigras in patients with split-thickness skin graft donor-site wounds.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2018A bacterial nanocellulose wound dressing incorporating polyhexamethylene biguanide and sericin showed no skin irritation in healthy volunteers and significantly promoted wound healing with lower wound size and higher collagen formation in full-thickness rat wounds compared to controls.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016Topical application of sericin gels increased skin intrinsic moisturization, hydroxyproline content, and epidermal hydration while decreasing transepidermal water loss and skin impedance in healthy human volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2005
Ingredients
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dipropylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone Peg-10 15 Crosspolymer, Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Phosphate, Panthenyl Triacetate, Magnesium Sulfate, Hydrolyzed Sericin, Ethyl Linoleate, Buddleja Davidii Meristem Cell Culture, Angelica Polymorpha Sinensis Root Extract, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Lactobacillus Panax Ginseng Root Extract Ferment Filtrate, Disodium Acetyl Glucosamine Phosphate, Acetyl Tyrosine, Dimethiconol, Oleyl Alcohol, Proline, Parfum, Tocopherol, Beta-Glucan, Adenosine Triphosphate, Hydrolyzed Protein, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol
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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