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TIRTIR SOS Serum for combination skin

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  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

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 hydration and soothing benefits for your combination skin, with ingredients like Glycerin and Centella Asiatica Leaf Water providing general moisture and calming effects.
  • Witch Hazel Extract and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract offer astringent and antioxidant properties, which are beneficial for combination skin, though specialized ingredients for direct oil control are not prominent.
  • The product is safe for your combination skin, as it lacks harsh ingredients and includes soothing components like Centella Asiatica Leaf Water and Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, minimizing irritation risks.

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

★4.7Overall rating based on 400+ reviews

This serum is widely praised as a "skin savior" for dehydrated, dull, and sensitive complexions, with users frequently reporting a "glass skin" glow and improved texture. While it excels at soothing redness and providing lightweight hydration for most, a small minority of users with very dry or reactive skin found it insufficiently moisturizing or experienced breakouts.

Highlights

  • Intense Hydration Mostly Mentioned
    • “deeply moisturizes”
    • “plumps skin”
    • “restores moisture barrier”
  • Lightweight Texture Often Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly”
    • “non-sticky”
    • “liquid silk feel”
    • “layers well”
  • Soothing & Calming Often Mentioned
    • “reduces redness”
    • “calms irritation”
    • “helps sensitive skin”
    • “soothes angry spots”
  • Radiant Finish Sometimes Noted
    • “glass skin glow”
    • “brightens complexion”
    • “improves skin texture”
    • “dewy look”
  • Makeup Compatibility Rarely Noted
    • “mixes well with foundation”
    • “prevents makeup settling”
    • “smooths application”
  • Insufficient Moisture Rarely Noted
    • “not enough for very dry skin”
    • “felt dry later”
    • “needed more layers”
  • Lack of Results Rarely Noted
    • “forgettable performance”
    • “no visible difference”
    • “average serum”
  • Price vs. Value Rarely Noted
    • “expensive for size”
    • “bottle runs out fast”
    • “not budget-friendly”
  • Sensory Irritation Rarely Noted
    • “stings eyes/lips”
    • “felt burning sensation”
    • “mild stinging”
  • Skin Reactions Rarely Noted
    • “caused bumps”
    • “broke me out”
    • “tiny pustules”

Sources: lovi.care, iherb.com, oliveyoung.com, skinsort.com, kbeautyaustralia.com.au, ulta.com, and more

Questions and answers

How well does TIRTIR SOS Serum work for combination skin?

This serum works well enough for combination skin by offering moderate moisture and calming effects with ingredients like glycerin and centella asiatica. However, combination skin needs products that reduce oily shine and target specific skin concerns effectively.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for combination skin?

Glycerin, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, and Sodium Hyaluronate make this serum a good fit by giving your combination skin moderate moisture and calming benefits. To work even better for this skin type, a product of this kind needs effective brightening and moisturizing ingredients that reduce oily shine without any risk of irritation.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

What does Centella Asiatica Leaf Water do for combination skin?

Centella asiatica leaf water helps calm combination skin, keeping it smooth while supporting your skin barrier. It helps reduce redness and brings back moisture without making oily spots feel heavy.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for combination skin?

Hyaluronic acid is a great fit for combination skin because it quenches dry areas with a boost of hydration while keeping oily zones balanced. Regular use helps smooth out fine lines and makes your skin feel soft and plump without causing irritation.

Dermatology and Therapy, 2021Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011

Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for combination skin?

Apply this serum in your evening routine, after cleansing and toning and before moisturizing, for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure. Combination skin works best with moisturizing treatments that also include specialized ingredients for direct oil control.

Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this treatment alongside retinol, applying it right before your moisturizer to help calm the skin. Using a gentle moisturizer with barrier-restoring ingredients like ceramides alongside your active treatments may further reduce dryness and irritation.

Cutis, 2006

How often should I use this serum?

This serum fits into your routine in the evening for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure, though some treatments like this can also be used in the morning or twice a day. It offers moderate hydration and soothing benefits, but a product of this type needs specialized ingredients for direct oil control to truly excel on combination skin.

Health Science Reports, 2021Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?

TIRTIR SOS Serum is unlikely to cause breakouts or clog pores on combination skin, as it has a very safe formula with low reports of skin reactions. To better manage oily areas while keeping skin balanced, this skin type often needs lightweight hydration paired with targeted oil-control ingredients.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Can I use this serum around the eyes or on my body?

You can safely use this moisturizing treatment around the eyes and on the body, as it has a very good skin tolerance and a safe profile without harsh ingredients. Because the skin around the eyes and on certain body areas is particularly thin, this product may help keep those areas calm and moisturized. Combination skin of this type needs a product with specialized ingredients for direct oil control alongside these soothing benefits.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Journal of Biomedical Research, 2017

Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • 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, 2016
  • 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, 2017
  • Topical low-dose green tea extract reduces UVB-induced p53 expression and apoptosis in human skin keratinocytes compared to placebo.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2009
  • Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.

    Molecules, 2023
  • Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.

    Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020
  • Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
  • Topical treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2008
  • Topical 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, 2011
  • Topical 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, 2022
  • Treatment 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, 2019
  • The 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, 2020
  • Ten 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, 2001
  • Niacinamide/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
  • Curcumin-loaded polyglutamic acid and gum arabic electrospun nanofibers accelerated wound healing, increased TGF-beta1 and VEGF expression, reduced inflammatory factors, and enhanced re-epithelialization and tissue regeneration in a mouse model with acute full-thickness skin defects.

    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024
  • Polyglutamic acid and polylysine composite hydrogels promote wound repair and hemostasis through high water absorption, bioadhesion, calcium ion-mediated coagulation factor activation, and inherent antibacterial properties in a deep skin defect model.

    Macromolecular Bioscience, 2021
  • Topical 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, 2016
  • A 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, 2020
  • An 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, 2018

Ingredients

Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Witch Hazel Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Arginine, Carbomer, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sophora Flavescens Root Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, C12-14 Pareth-12, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract Rosemary Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract Matricaria Flower Extract, Betaine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Licorice Root Extract, Allantoin, Panthenol, Willow Bark Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Disodium Edta, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract, Alteromonas Extract Ferment, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract Anise Fruit Extract, Squalane, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Sodium Pca, Beta-Glucan, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xylitol, Polyglutamic Acid, Natto Gum, Copper Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

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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