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Cholesterol

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Cholesterol

Natural skin cholesterol supports the protective barrier, yielding a supple, resilient, and balanced complexion. This nourishing ingredient suits both dry skin and oily skin particularly well when applied in rich creams. Furthermore, it fits seamlessly into a daily routine because it works well with glycolic acid, AHA blend glycolic and citric acids, and niacinamide.

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Cholesterol creams

What reviewers say about popular cholesterol products

The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular cholesterol product on Lovi.

Other cholesterol products

Cholesterol for dry skin

Cholesterol for oily skin

Cholesterol for combination skin

Cholesterol for sensitive skin

Cholesterol for acne-prone skin

What to combine cholesterol with

IngredientTogetherHow to use them
Glycolic acid Works well Use them together by applying glycolic acid first and cholesterol right after, as cholesterol helps soothe skin after exfoliation. Cholesterol and glycolic acid
AHA blend glycolic and citric acids Works well Use them together by applying cholesterol after the acid blend, because the cholesterol helps soothe and rebuild the skin after exfoliation. Cholesterol and aha blend glycolic and citric acids
Niacinamide Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying niacinamide first and following with a product containing cholesterol. Cholesterol and niacinamide
Bio-placenta peptides Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the cholesterol cream first and the peptide serum right after, to help your skin feel smoother. Cholesterol and bio-placenta peptides
Hexapeptide Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the peptide product first and the cholesterol cream right after, because lipids help peptides soak in better. Cholesterol and hexapeptide
Lactic acid Works well Use them together by applying cholesterol after lactic acid, because cholesterol helps soothe and rebuild your skin barrier after exfoliation. Cholesterol and lactic acid
Acetyl hexapeptide-3 Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the peptide first and the cholesterol right after. Cholesterol and acetyl hexapeptide-3
Mandelic acid Works well Use them together by applying mandelic acid first and cholesterol after, because cholesterol helps comfort the skin after exfoliation. Cholesterol and mandelic acid
Hyaluronic acid Works well Apply the hyaluronic acid serum first, then follow with the moisturizer containing cholesterol to lock in deep hydration. Cholesterol and hyaluronic acid
Collagen peptide Works well Use them together by applying the peptide serum first, because cholesterol locks in moisture and helps the peptide absorb better. Cholesterol and collagen peptide
Copper peptide Works well Use them together by applying the copper peptide first and the cholesterol cream right after, for better absorption. Cholesterol and copper peptide
Citric acid Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the exfoliating acid first followed by the rich lipid cream. Cholesterol and citric acid
Hexapeptide-9 Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the cholesterol cream first and the peptide serum right after. Cholesterol and hexapeptide-9
Peptide-rich plasma Works well Use them together by applying your peptide product first and your cholesterol cream right after, because lipids help peptides sink in better. Cholesterol and peptide-rich plasma
Tri-ceramide complex Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the ceramide complex first and cholesterol second to lock in moisture. Cholesterol and tri-ceramide complex
Triple peptide blend Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the peptide blend first and the cholesterol cream right after, because lipids help peptides absorb better. Cholesterol and triple peptide blend
Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the cholesterol first and the peptide second to help your skin absorb both better. Cholesterol and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4
Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 Works well Use them together, applying cholesterol first and palmitoyl tripeptide-1 second, because lipids help the peptide absorb better. Cholesterol and palmitoyl tripeptide-1

From the ingredient rules behind the "Works well with" and "Don't mix with" notes on every product in the Lovi app.

Questions and answers

What does cholesterol do for the skin?

Cholesterol helps soothe skin, comfort it after exfoliation, lock in deep hydration, and rebuild the skin barrier.

How do you use cholesterol?

Cholesterol works well with many active ingredients like acids and peptides to help soothe and moisturize your skin. Apply it after exfoliating acids or following peptide products to lock in hydration and help your skin absorb other ingredients better.

Should you use cholesterol in the morning or at night?

Cholesterol can be used both in the morning and at night to help lock in moisture and support your skin barrier.

Can you use cholesterol every day?

Yes, you can use cholesterol every day to help lock in moisture and comfort your skin.

Does cholesterol cause purging or irritation?

Cholesterol is unlikely to cause purging or irritation as it is a natural lipid that helps comfort and soothe the skin.

Which skin types is cholesterol best for?

Cholesterol is best for dry skin, where Lovi rates CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser, CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion, and SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2 as having a Superior fit. It also works well for dry sensitive skin, with the same top three products earning Superior and High fit ratings. For acne-prone skin, Cetaphil Ceramide Serum achieves a Superior fit.

Can you use cholesterol with glycolic acid?

Yes, you can use cholesterol with glycolic acid by applying glycolic acid first and cholesterol right after, as cholesterol helps soothe skin after exfoliation.

Behind this ingredient guide

Lovi checks every ingredient 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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    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

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    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

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    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

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    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

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    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

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  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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