Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer for dry skin
Probiotics
Willow Bark Extract
Oil Tree
Shea Butter
Cucumis Sativus JuiceLow
- LowDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A weak match for dry skin; the moisturizers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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 and treatment due to the presence of glycerin and salicylic acid, which hydrate and exfoliate, but these ingredients can have a drying effect on your dry skin.
- While the formulation is generally safe for your dry skin with no harsh ingredients, it lacks specialized ingredients for intense moisturization, making its benefits mostly supportive rather than directly addressing your dry or flaky skin concerns.
- The safety profile is good, with no risks of irritation for your dry skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and work your way up to daily use.
- Apply your moisturizer after your toner and before your sunscreen in the morning. At night, use it as the final step after your serum.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin. Avoid rubbing to keep your dry skin happy.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra hydration. This is great for soothing dry and flaky areas .
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a patch test before your first use .
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 500+ reviewsUsers with oily, acne-prone, and combination skin highly recommend this moisturizer for its hydrating yet non-greasy formula that effectively clears breakouts and soothes the skin. A significant number of users appreciate its lightweight texture and cooling sensation. Some users find the scent strong and note the product's high price point, while a few with drier skin types mention it may not be hydrating enough.
Highlights
Clears acne Mostly Mentioned
- “cleared up my acne”
- “keeps acne at bay”
- “banishes blemish-causing bacteria”
Lightweight, non-greasy Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't feel heavy”
- “absorbs right into my skin”
- “perfect matte finish”
Cooling, soothing Often Mentioned
- “cooling effect”
- “calming cream”
- “feels refreshing”
Hydrating, non-shiny Sometimes Noted
- “hydrates without leaving me shiny”
- “plumping feeling”
- “leaves skin soft”
High price Sometimes Noted
- “spent a lot of money”
- “expensive”
- “investment skincare”
Strong scent Sometimes Noted
- “strong tea tree smell”
- “scent is not my favorite”
- “smells different”
Not hydrating enough Rarely Noted
- “didn't feel hydrating enough”
- “need extra hydration”
- “too light for winter”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “jar packaging less sanitary”
- “spilled half the jar”
- “wish it was a pump”
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Questions and answers
Why is Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer a weak match for dry skin?
This moisturizer is a weak match because its glycerin and salicylic acid may have a drying effect on your dry skin, and it lacks specialized ingredients for intense hydration. A moisturizing treatment for dry skin needs rich, moisture-retaining ingredients and nourishing oils that provide deep hydration and support the skin barrier without any risk of irritation.
Which ingredients make this cream a poor fit for dry skin?
Glycerin and salicylic acid make this cream a weak fit for dry skin because they can have a drying effect. Products for this skin need rich, nourishing moisture-retaining ingredients and skin barrier support to provide intense hydration without irritation.
What do Probiotics do for dry skin?
Probiotics help dry skin by boosting hydration, calming irritation, and improving the skin's natural moisture barrier. These ingredients support a balanced skin microbiome, which may make dry skin feel much softer and smoother over time.
International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021Experimental Dermatology, 2019
What does Willow Bark Extract do for dry skin?
Willow bark extract helps bring deep moisture to dry skin and keeps it feeling soft and smooth. When combined with ingredients like pomegranate oil, it supports lasting hydration and helps protect the skin barrier.
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This cream is a weak match for your dry skin because it contains exfoliating ingredients that can have a drying effect and lacks specialized ingredients for intense moisturization. A product of this type needs rich, nourishing ingredients like heavy plant butters and barrier-supporting lipids to effectively comfort dry skin.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cream with retinol, applying it after your retinol to help soothe your skin. Because this product lacks intense moisturization, dry skin needs a richer cream packed with ceramides or facial oils to prevent dryness and support the skin barrier when using retinoids.
How often should I use this cream?
This cream is a weak match for your dry skin because it lacks specialized ingredients for intense moisturization, and its exfoliating ingredients can have a drying effect. Dry skin needs rich creams with nourishing oils, shea butter, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture and soothe flaky areas.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry skin, as its safety profile is good and it lacks harsh ingredients. However, it may dry out your skin because it contains salicylic acid and lacks rich, deeply hydrating ingredients like ceramides and heavier oils.
Can I use this cream around the eyes or on my body?
This cream is generally safe to use around the eyes and on your body, but it is a weak match for your dry skin because it lacks intense moisturization and includes salicylic acid which may dry you out further. To properly care for dry skin, a product of this type needs rich, nourishing ingredients like heavy butters and deep hydrators that lock in moisture and comfort flaky areas.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (benzyl alcohol). Cetearyl 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, 2017Twice daily application of a multitargeted dermocosmetic cream provided comparable efficacy to benzoyl peroxide 5% gel in reducing inflammatory, non-inflammatory, and total lesions in 150 Caucasian subjects with mild-to-moderate acne over 56 days, while demonstrating superior skin tolerability.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Bioactive lipid nanocarriers co-loaded with willow bark or ivy leaf extracts and UV-filters provided pronounced UVA photoprotection up to an SPF-equivalent value of 13 and a maximum in vivo skin hydration effect of 97% when prepared with pomegranate oil.
Nanomaterials, 2022A topical serum containing 0.5% salicin applied twice daily reduced visible signs of skin aging, including wrinkles and tactile roughness, in 30 female subjects over 12 weeks compared to baseline.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010A novel emulsion containing niacinamide, lens esculenta seed extract, and white willow bark extract effectively improved acne, blackheads, and conspicuous facial pores in 30 subjects with oily skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Topical lycopene-enriched virgin olive oil provides effective pain relief similar to a placebo in patients with burning mouth syndrome, showing a strong placebo effect.
Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 2014A 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, 2025A 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, 2025Transgenic cucumber expressing poly-γ-glutamic acid synthesis genes increased water content by 6-14%, reduced water loss by 11-12%, decreased facial wrinkles and roughness by 19.58% and 24.97%, decreased skin melanin by 5.27%, and improved facial elasticity in human skin and zebrafish compared to controls.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024Copper Oxide nanoparticles synthesized using cucumber extract exhibited antibacterial, antifungal, UV protection, and reactive-oxygen species inhibition properties with low cellular toxicity and skin-rejuvenating effects when incorporated into skin cream.
Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune Disorders Drug Targets, 2021Topical treatment with Holothuria parva extract gel showed significant wound contraction compared to the negative control in full-thickness wounded rats.
The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds, 2024
Why other moisturizers fit dry skin better
Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Nanoemulsions containing Macadamia integrifolia seed oil successfully enhanced skin hydration and reduced wrinkles in human volunteers, outperforming conventional emulsions in skin hydration enhancement.
Nanomaterials, 2024Topical oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions containing glyceryl glucoside, natural moisturizing factors, and ceramide significantly improved skin hydration and barrier function while reducing visible dryness and tactile roughness in subjects with very dry skin compared to untreated sites and vehicles.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2012
Ingredients
Aloe Barbadensis Juice, Cucumis Sativus Juice, Willow Bark Extract, Rosa Canina Seed Extract Rosehip Seed Extract, Grapefruit Peel Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract Lavender Flower Extract, Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Beta Vulgaris Extract, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Zea Mays Germ Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Propanediol, Bolus Alba Clay Kaolin Clay, Panthenol Vitamin B5, Alba Cera Beeswax Cera, Yogurt, Sempervivum Tectorum Juice Stone Crop Juice, Glyceryl Stearate, Cellulose, Calendula Officinalis Oil Flower, Tocopheryl Acetate Vitamin E, Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Parsley, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Cyclodextrin, Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Oil, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Menthol, Lactic Acid, Sodium Salicylate, Xanthan Gum, Ascorbyl Palmitate Ester Ascorbic Acid Ester, Soy Lecithin, Euterpe Oleracea, Lemon, Acerola, Phyllanthus Emblica, Adansonia Digitata, Myrciaria Dubia, Daucus Carota Sativa Carrot, Coconut Water, Lycium Barbarum Berry, Tapioca Starch, Thioctic Acid Alpha Lipoic Acid, Ubiquinone
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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