Sephora All Day Hydrator for combination skin
Sodium Hyaluronate
Ascorbic Acid
Vitamin E
Glycerin
Sunflower Seed OilAverage
- HighCombination 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 hydration for your combination skin, as Sodium Hyaluronate and Glycerin provide humectant benefits, while Ascorbic Acid offers antioxidant protection, though these are not specifically targeted for oily shine.
- The presence of Bisabolol contributes to soothing effects, making it generally compatible with your skin type.
- The safety profile is good, with no harsh ingredients and a low risk of irritation for combination skin.
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
★4.4Overall rating based on 1.6k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this lightweight, unscented moisturizer is highly praised by users with normal to oily skin for its hydrating, non-greasy feel and effectiveness as a makeup primer. Users with dry skin frequently find its thin consistency insufficient for their needs. A moderate number of users also report an unusual chemical or crayon-like scent.
Highlights
Lightweight & non-greasy Mostly Mentioned
- “sinks into skin nicely”
- “weightless moisturizer”
- “not heavy at all”
- “feels like nothing on”
Excellent makeup primer Often Mentioned
- “perfect primer under makeup”
- “makeup applied beautifully”
- “keeps makeup looking fresh”
- “smooth canvas”
Good for oily/combo skin Sometimes Noted
- “doesn't make me oily”
- “great for combination skin”
- “balanced my T-zone”
- “perfect for summer”
Natural glow Sometimes Noted
- “gives a natural glow”
- “skin looks radiant”
- “dewy finish”
- “nice healthy shine”
Insufficient for dry skin Sometimes Noted
- “not enough for dry skin”
- “skin felt tight after”
- “need to apply twice”
- “too light for winter”
Too watery Sometimes Noted
- “extremely watery”
- “runs out of the tube”
- “consistency of milk”
- “too thin to moisturize”
Unpleasant scent Sometimes Noted
- “smells like crayons”
- “weird chemical scent”
- “smells like plastic”
- “scent is off-putting”
Potential breakouts Rarely Noted
- “caused small bumps”
- “broke me out”
- “worsened my acne”
- “clogged my pores”
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Questions and answers
How well does SEPHORA All Day Hydrator work for combination skin?
This moisturizer works decently for combination skin by providing moderate hydration and soothing comfort, though it is not specifically targeted to reduce oily shine. To work best for this skin, a product of this type needs effective brightening and moisturizing ingredients that manage oily shine while keeping the skin balanced.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Which ingredients make this moisturizer a good fit for combination skin?
Sodium hyaluronate and glycerin help provide moderate hydration for your combination skin, while bisabolol contributes to soothing effects. A moisturizer for this skin needs ingredients that reduce oily shine while providing balanced hydration.
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
What does Vitamin C do for combination skin?
Vitamin C helps brighten dull areas and smooth out uneven texture on combination skin while protecting against daily environmental stress. It may also help keep pores clear and skin firm by supporting collagen production, though drier spots may need an added moisturizer to stay comfortable.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
Where does this moisturizer go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This moisturizer goes after your hydrating toner and before sunscreen in the morning, and after your treatment in the evening. Combination skin needs a lightweight moisturizer with oil-balancing and pore-clearing ingredients to keep dry areas soft while managing shine.
Can I use this moisturizer with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this moisturizer with retinol by applying your retinol treatment first and following it with the moisturizer. This combination helps keep your skin soft and is unlikely to cause irritation because the moisturizer has a safe formula with soothing bisabolol.
How often should I use this moisturizer?
This moisturizer works well for daily use as part of your morning and evening routine. Regular application helps keep your skin balanced, as it is unlikely to cause irritation while providing steady moisture and soothing benefits.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can this moisturizer clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This moisturizer has a low risk of causing breakouts for combination skin. It has a good safety profile with no harsh ingredients, though a product for this skin needs to balance hydration without adding excess shine or heavy oils.
Can I use this moisturizer around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this moisturizer around the eyes and on your body, as it has a safe formula with a low risk of irritation. However, because skin is very thin around the eyes and varies in thickness across the body, a product of this type needs specialized soothing ingredients and lightweight hydration to work well in those areas.
Is this moisturizer fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
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, 2017A topical serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract improved skin color, elasticity, radiance, smoothness, scaliness, and wrinkles compared to the untreated contralateral side in fifty female volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Topical 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, 2011Topical 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, 2022Treatment 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, 2019Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024The 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, 2020Ten 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, 2001Niacinamide/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
Ingredients
Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbic Acid, Water, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Heptyl Undecylenate, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Vitamin E, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Bisabolol, Sodium Benzoate, Cellulose Gum, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium Phytate, Physicochemical Formula Stabilizer, Arginine, Ascorbyl Glucoside
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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