Bioderma Hydrabio Serum for oily skin
Aquagenium Patent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Niacinamide
Glycerin
Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract
Average
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2019
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 moisturizing for your oily skin due to the presence of glycerin and sodium hyaluronate, which hydrate and plump the skin by attracting and retaining moisture.
- Niacinamide and Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract offer additional general skincare benefits, though the formula lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control on oily skin.
- 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
★4.7Overall rating based on 3.4k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently praise this serum for its lightweight, gel-like texture that delivers deep hydration without leaving a sticky residue, making it ideal for dehydrated and sensitive skin. While most find it plumps and smooths the complexion effectively, those with extremely dry skin often note it works best when layered under a richer moisturizer rather than as a standalone solution.
Highlights
Lightweight & fast-absorbing Mostly Mentioned
- “absorbs instantly”
- “weightless feel”
- “no sticky residue”
- “sinks right in”
Deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “plumps fine lines”
- “skin feels bouncy”
- “instant moisture boost”
- “glowy complexion”
Excellent makeup base Sometimes Noted
- “foundation sits perfectly”
- “no pilling under makeup”
- “smooths texture”
- “great primer”
Sensitive skin friendly Sometimes Noted
- “no stinging”
- “calms redness”
- “didn't break me out”
Fragrance presence Sometimes Noted
- “scent is too strong”
- “wish it was fragrance-free”
- “smells like perfume”
- “irritated my nose”
Price vs. size Sometimes Noted
- “finished too quickly”
- “expensive for the amount”
- “wish bottle was bigger”
- “pricey per ounce”
Availability issues Rarely Noted
- “hard to find in stock”
- “sold out often”
- “had to order online”
- “not in US drugstores”
Not enough for dry skin Rarely Noted
- “need a cream on top”
- “too light for winter”
- “skin still felt dry later”
- “needs layering”
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Questions and answers
How well does Bioderma Hydrabio Serum work for oily skin?
This serum offers moderate hydration for your oily skin using glycerin and sodium hyaluronate, though it lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control. It is safe and unlikely to cause irritation, but a moisturizing treatment for oily skin needs a lightweight texture with peptides, soothing extracts, and ingredients that support the skin barrier without heavy oils.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for oily skin?
Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate make this serum a good fit for oily skin by providing moderate hydration and plumping without causing irritation. To work even better for this skin type, a product of this type needs peptides and lightweight hydrating ingredients that manage oily shine while supporting the skin barrier.
What does Aquagenium Patent do for oily skin?
Aquagenium Patent is unlikely to provide a good fit for oily skin because it generally lacks the oil-controlling agents and lightweight hydration needed to manage excess shine and clogged pores. Oily skin types need balancing ingredients like salicylic acid and oil-free hydrators to keep pores clear and skin comfortable.
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 serum go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after cleansing and toning, followed by a moisturizer. Putting treatments in the evening keeps things simple and provides extra safety around sun exposure.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this serum with retinol by applying the serum first to hydrate your skin, followed by your retinol treatment. Using a hydrating moisturizer alongside retinol helps reduce dryness and irritation while supporting your skin barrier.
How often should I use this serum?
You can use this treatment in the evening as part of your routine. Some treatments may also be used in the morning or twice a day.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
Bioderma Hydrabio Serum is unlikely to cause breakouts or irritation on your oily skin because it lacks harsh ingredients, though an oily skin product also needs ingredients to manage excess shine and balance oil.
Can I use this serum around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this serum around the eyes and on the body because it is safe and gentle on the skin, though oily skin on the body often needs targeted clarifying and oil-balancing ingredients for best results.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
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, 2017A cosmetic cream with 6% standardized wild apple fruit extract and a conventional emulsifier demonstrated stable antioxidant activity of 19.25 %RSC, increased skin moisturization, and a decreased melanin index by -31.40 without causing skin irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2019Topical 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, 2019Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005The 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, 2012
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, Xylitol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Mannitol, Rhamnose, Fructooligosaccharides, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Niacinamide, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Trideceth-6, Peg Ppg-18 18 Dimethicone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hexyldecanol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Disodium Edta, Chlorphenesin, 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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