Curél Deep Moisture Spray for combination skin
Japanese Fine Skin Ceramides
Glycerin
Allantoin
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Cholesterol
Average
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
Works for combination skin; other moisturizers 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 moisturizing for your combination skin, as glycerin and cholesterol hydrate and enhance barrier resilience, though it lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal results in all areas.
- The presence of butylene glycol provides general hydration benefits for your oily shine, but the Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract may pose a slight irritation risk.
- The product is generally safe for 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 1000+ reviewsWhile it is highly effective at soothing tightness and reaching difficult areas like the back, some users find it slightly tacky upon application and expensive relative to how quickly the bottle runs out.
Highlights
Ultra-fine mist Mostly Mentioned
- “mist action is super fine – not at all hose-like”
- “diffuses easily and smoothly without that unwanted splutter”
- “sprays evenly, doesn't go all over the place”
- “fog-like mist that feels gentle”
Instant hydration Often Mentioned
- “instant boost of hydration for face and body”
- “relieves dryness and tightness immediately”
- “skin feels plump and comfortable”
- “great for parched winter skin”
Soothing for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
- “calms redness and irritation”
- “zero irritation on sensitive skin”
Versatile and convenient Sometimes Noted
- “easy to reach my back”
- “perfect for a quick refresh over makeup”
- “great for body moisturising when lazy”
- “use it as a toner step”
Price and value Sometimes Noted
- “expensive for the amount you get”
- “runs out very quickly”
- “wish the bottle was bigger”
- “pricey for a water spray”
Eye irritation Rarely Noted
- “stung my eyes when sprayed on face”
- “have to be careful around eye area”
- “caused some eye discomfort”
Not enough for dry skin Rarely Noted
- “need a lotion on top, not enough alone”
- “hydration doesn't last all day”
- “too light for very dry patches”
Sticky or tacky Rarely Noted
- “leaves a slight sticky residue”
- “feels a bit tacky until it dries”
- “takes a moment to fully absorb”
- “can feel heavy if you spray too much”
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Questions and answers
How well does Curél Deep Moisture Spray work for combination skin?
This spray provides moderate hydration and barrier support for your combination skin, though other products fit it better. To work best for this skin type, a moisturizing treatment needs sun protection, ingredients that hydrate without feeling heavy or making oily shine worse, and no risk of irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Controlled Release, 2022
Which ingredients make this spray a good fit for combination skin?
Japanese Fine Skin Ceramides, glycerin, and cholesterol make this spray a good fit by hydrating your skin and strengthening its barrier. This type of product needs lightweight ingredients that balance oil and dry areas without clogging pores, plus reliable sun protection and zero irritation risk.
What do Ceramides do for combination skin?
Ceramides help keep combination skin balanced by locking in moisture where it is dry and supporting the natural skin barrier. For the best results on combination skin, a product of this type needs fully dissolved ceramides paired with lightweight hydration to smooth and protect without feeling heavy.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2003
What does Glycerin do for combination skin?
Glycerin helps keep combination skin soft and smooth by pulling moisture in and keeping it there. It improves hydration and supports your skin barrier, which is unlikely to cause irritation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Where does this spray go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This spray goes into your evening routine as a treatment step after cleansing and toning, and before moisturizing. Combination skin needs products that balance moisture without adding heaviness, along with ingredients that deeply hydrate and soothe.
Can I use this spray with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this spray with retinol by applying it before your retinol treatment in your evening routine. A product for your combination skin needs ingredients like ceramides and soothing agents to help keep your skin calm and balanced while using strong actives.
How often should I use this spray?
You can use this moisturizing treatment as part of your evening routine, applying it after your cleansing toner and before your moisturizer. Daily application helps improve skin moisture and barrier function, though combination skin needs extra ingredients to lock in hydration and balance oily areas effectively.
Health Science Reports, 2021Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Can this spray clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This spray is generally safe for combination skin and is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts. While it provides moderate hydration, combination skin often needs lighter balancing ingredients and oil-control helpers to keep pores clear and prevent shine.
Can I use this spray around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this spray on your body and around the eyes, as it has a safe profile for your skin. The thin skin on the body and around the eyes requires lightweight hydration and barrier-strengthening ingredients to stay soft and smooth without feeling heavy.
Is this spray fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
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, 2017Dipropylene glycol, propylene glycol, and butylene glycol increased molecular mobility in stratum corneum lipids and affected keratin filaments, with butylene glycol and propylene glycol providing significant permeation enhancement.
Journal of Controlled Release, 2022The 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, 2012Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018Treatment with a moisturizer containing Eucalyptus extract significantly improved skin conductance and transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects with dry skin, accompanied by an increase in CER [NP] levels.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2013Topical and in vitro application of Eucalyptus extract increases ceramide levels and biosynthesis in keratinocytes and human stratum corneum, improving water-holding and barrier functions in dry skin compared to untreated solvent-induced dry skin.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012Camphor oil treatment achieved complete cure of human facial demodicidosis at concentrations of 100%, 75%, and 50%, and an incomplete cure with a marked drop in infestation density at 25-20% concentrations.
Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology, 2002Botulinum toxin-A encapsulated in phosphatidylcholine/cholesterol nanoliposomes delivered transdermally achieved a diffusion depth of 380 μm and showed a nonsignificant advantage in relieving post-acne scarring compared to hyaluronic acid hydrogel treatment in 12 facial patients.
Journal of Materials Science. Materials in Medicine, 2024Topical application of cholesterol sulfate increases stratum corneum thickness and inhibits protease-induced cell dissociation by competitively inhibiting serine proteases in mice and human stratum corneum.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 1998Topical lovastatin treatment impairs the recovery of cutaneous permeability barrier function and stratum corneum cholesterol levels after acetone disruption in mice, an effect normalized by simultaneous treatment with mevalonate or cholesterol.
The Journal of Clinical Investigation, 1990
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Cholesterol, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Adipic Acid, Disodium Edta, Arginine, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, 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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