Skintific MATE FIT for combination skin
Zinc Pca
Ectoin
Oat Extract
High
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
One of the best serums for combination skin.
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 pore cleansing and oil control for your oily skin due to the presence of Zinc PCA for mattifying and reducing blemishes, while Ectoin supports your combination skin by repairing the skin barrier.
- Oat Extract provides general skincare benefits like hydration and soothing, which are supportive for oily shine and combination skin.
- The formula is safe for your combination skin with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
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
★3.8Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, this sunscreen is favored by users with oily and acne-prone skin for its powdery matte finish and effective oil control. It is praised for its lightweight, non-sticky texture and lack of white cast. Some users report issues with pilling when worn under makeup or find it too drying for drier skin types.
Highlights
Excellent oil control Mostly Mentioned
- “controls shine for 8 hours”
- “matte powdery finish”
- “tahan minyak seharian”
Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
- “light as air”
- “absorbs in 60 seconds”
- “feels like second skin”
No white cast Often Mentioned
- “no white cast”
- “transparent finish”
- “doesn't turn gray”
Soothing ingredients Sometimes Noted
- “good for acne prone”
- “calming properties”
- “doesn't break me out”
Pilling under makeup Sometimes Noted
- “peeling under makeup”
- “balls up if rubbed”
- “complexion geser”
Too drying for some Sometimes Noted
- “cracks if not hydrated”
- “too matte for dry skin”
- “feels tight”
Difficult removal Rarely Noted
- “stubborn to remove”
- “needs oil cleanser”
- “clings to skin”
Noticeable scent Rarely Noted
- “has a light scent”
- “fragrance might irritate”
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Questions and answers
What makes SKINTIFIC MATE FIT a great fit for combination skin?
SKINTIFIC MATE FIT is a great fit because Zinc PCA controls oil and blemishes, while Ectoin and oat extract repair your skin barrier and soothe dryness. The formula is very safe for combination skin and is unlikely to cause any irritation.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for combination skin?
Zinc PCA, Ectoin, and Oat Extract make this treatment a great fit because they help control oil, repair the skin barrier, and keep your skin calm and hydrated without irritation.
What does Zinc PCA do for combination skin?
Zinc PCA helps keep combination skin clear by balancing oil and calming redness. This ingredient is unlikely to irritate your skin and works well to reduce blemishes in oily areas without drying out your face.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2013
What does Ectoin do for combination skin?
Ectoin helps keep combination skin balanced by holding onto moisture and strengthening the skin barrier without feeling heavy. It is unlikely to irritate dry or oily patches and may help calm redness while protecting skin cells from everyday damage.
Clinics in Dermatology, 2008Arhiv Za Higijenu Rada I Toksikologiju, 2016
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This treatment goes in your evening routine, applied after cleansing and before your moisturizer. Putting it in the evening keeps things simple and gives extra safety around sun exposure.
Can I use it with salicylic acid, and in what order?
Yes, you can use SKINTIFIC MATE FIT with salicylic acid, applying salicylic acid first and following with this treatment to help control oil and soothe your skin.
How often should I use this cream?
Use this treatment in your evening routine as part of the Lovi routine for combination skin. The formula is safe for your skin with no risks of irritation.
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
SKINTIFIC MATE FIT is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on your combination skin because it contains Zinc PCA to help control excess oil and keep pores clear. The formula is safe for your skin type with no harsh ingredients, though some users note it can feel a bit drying.
What the research says
Zinc PCA inhibits UVA-induced matrix metalloproteinase-1 production through suppressed AP-1 activation and enhances type I collagen synthesis by increasing SVCT2 mRNA expression in cultured normal human dermal fibroblasts.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012Combining ectoine and mannitol with UV filters significantly improved protection of squalene oxidation, catalase activity, and trans-UCA compared to UV filters alone in 10 subjects on irradiated areas.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Topical 7% ectoine during serial 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser therapy produced a greater reduction in skin erythema, improved stratum corneum hydration, reduced transepidermal water loss, and decreased low-echogenic pixels in thirty participants compared to a vehicle control.
Biomedicines, 2026Regular application of a novel anti-ageing cream containing hyaluronic acid, ectoin, and botanical actives significantly reduced wrinkle depth and length in the periorbital area while demonstrating very good skin tolerance.
Polymers, 2023A repair cream containing Rhealba oat plantlets extract, l-ALA-l-GLU dipeptide, and hyaluronic acid provided immediate relief and was judged by doctors as good or very good in 96.8% of cases for wound healing in 2,363 patients following dermatological acts.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2018Topically applied Avena sativa and Avena Rhealba oatmeal extracts significantly reduced skin irritation parameters including a* parameter increase and blood flow increase compared to vehicle in 12 healthy individuals subjected to the sodium lauryl sulfate irritation model.
Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002Colloidal oat extracts diminished pro-inflammatory cytokines in vitro and colloidal oat lotion improved skin dryness, scaling, roughness, and itch intensity in healthy female subjects compared to baseline.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015
Ingredients
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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