ACM AZÉANE for combination skin
Azelaic Acid
Cetearyl Alcohol
Average
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
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 hydrates and smooths texture, while azelaic acid provides mild anti-inflammatory and seboregulating actions that are supportive but not primary for oily shine.
- The formula is generally safe for your combination skin, lacking harsh ingredients that could cause irritation.
- While it offers general skincare benefits, the concentration of azelaic acid may not fully address your primary concern of oily shine.
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
★4.5Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsWhile highly effective for fading post-acne marks and controlling breakouts, some users experience temporary sensory irritation typical of azelaic acid.
Highlights
Mattifying finish Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves a soft, non-sticky finish”
- “dries to a matte finish”
- “skin is matified instantly”
Reduces blemishes Often Mentioned
- “completely changed hormonal acne”
- “disappears my breakout very quickly”
- “treats pimples effectively”
Fades marks Sometimes Noted
- “fades dark spots”
- “evens my skin tone”
- “helps with post-acne marks”
Improves texture Sometimes Noted
- “refines skin grain”
- “skin is softer”
- “improves overall appearance”
Soothes redness Sometimes Noted
- “redness is much more under control”
- “soothes the skin”
Sensory irritation Sometimes Noted
- “itching for 20 minutes after applying”
- “might sting the first few times”
- “tingling sensation”
Drying effect Rarely Noted
- “need to apply moisturizer after”
- “can be drying on its own”
- “apply on dry skin to avoid irritation”
Lack of efficacy Rarely Noted
- “no efficacy on imperfections”
- “didn't work for me”
- “no difference seen”
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Questions and answers
How well does ACM Azéane Moisturizing Treatment work for combination skin?
This moisturizer works reasonably well for combination skin, offering moderate hydration and mild calming action without causing irritation. However, it may not fully address oily shine, and combination skin typically needs products with higher-performing ingredients that target both hydration and excess oil control safely.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Pharmaceutics, 2021
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for combination skin?
Glycerin and azelaic acid make this cream a good fit by hydrating and smoothing texture while providing mild anti-inflammatory and seboregulating actions. To fit combination skin even better, a moisturizing treatment needs effective brightening ingredients, multiple peptides, soothing agents, and antioxidants that target oily shine and maintain balance without irritation.
What does Water do for combination skin?
Water helps keep combination skin hydrated, though a product of this type needs additional barrier-protecting ingredients like ceramides or petrolatum to lock in that moisture and support overall skin health.
What does Azelaic Acid do for combination skin?
Azelaic acid helps combination skin by calming redness, clearing breakouts, and fading dark spots while keeping the skin smooth. It is unlikely to irritate dry areas while working on oily spots. Combination skin of this type needs a balanced routine with gentle exfoliants and soothing hydrators.
Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii, 2023Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine for combination skin. It is applied after cleansing and toning, and before moisturizing.
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this moisturizing treatment with retinol, applying the treatment after your retinol has absorbed to help keep your skin calm and hydrated. Combination skin needs products with a balanced mix of oil-controlling and hydrating ingredients to manage shine while keeping skin soft.
Cutis, 2006Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
How often should I use it?
This moisturizer works for your combination skin when used in your evening routine. It is generally safe and unlikely to cause irritation, but a product of this type for your skin needs stronger oil-control ingredients to properly manage oily shine.
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
ACM AZÉANE is unlikely to cause breakouts or clog pores on combination skin, as its formula lacks harsh ingredients that typically trigger irritation. However, because it only offers moderate oil control, combination skin may still need a product with stronger oil-absorbing ingredients to fully manage shine.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this moisturizing treatment on your body and around the eyes, though skin thickness varies greatly across these body regions. The formula is unlikely to cause irritation on these areas, though a product of this type needs stronger oil-controlling ingredients and deeper hydration to fully care for combination skin.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying 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, 2017Azelaic acid nanocrystal hydrogel 10% achieved a higher success rate and greater lesion reduction than azelaic acid cream 20% in patients with mild to moderate facial acne.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Application of 15% azelaic acid gel significantly reduced post-inflammatory erythema and hyperpigmentation, decreased hemoglobin and melanin content, improved quality of life, and contributed to acne improvement in patients with mild to moderate acne compared to placebo.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2024Topical application of a dermocosmetic containing Myrtus communis extract and azelaic acid reduced acne relapses and helped maintain remission compared to a light moisturizing cream in adult females in the acne maintenance phase over 16 weeks.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2023Topical administration of 20% azelaic acid cream and 5% tranexamic acid solution comparably improved acne-related postinflammatory hyperpigmentation in patients with acne vulgaris, while tranexamic acid demonstrated a significantly better safety profile at week 4.
Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 2023Azelaic acid 15% gel showed comparable efficacy to adapalene 0.1% gel in reducing lesions, severity, and Dermatology Life Quality Index in women with adult acne, with significantly lower dryness and scaling, and demonstrated superiority during maintenance compared to no further treatment.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2015
Ingredients
Water, Azelaic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Glycerin, Ceteareth-20, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Carbomer
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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