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BABOR Enzyme Cleanser for sensitive skin

BABOR Enzyme Cleanser

Superior

  • SuperiorNormal Skin Fit
  • SuperiorEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

One of the best products for sensitive skin.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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

  • Excellent suitability for your normal skin and goals of reducing redness and irritation is provided by Ascorbic Acid and Subtilisin, which offer soothing effects and gentle enzymatic exfoliation to maintain skin balance.
  • The presence of Lipase further supports mild cleansing and skin renewal, complementing the primary ingredients for enhanced efficacy.
  • The product is safe for your sensitive skin, containing no harsh ingredients and featuring soothing components that minimize irritation risk.

How to apply

  • Could be used as part of your PM routine once a week. Start slowly and increase usage only if your skin feels comfortable.
  • Apply this enzyme powder cleanser after your regular cleanser, and before your hydrating toner and moisturizer.
  • Pour a small amount into wet hands, lather into a foam, and gently massage onto your face without harsh rubbing.
  • For sensitive skin, apply this product on slightly damp skin to ensure better tolerance and comfort.
  • Avoid the eye area and do a patch test before your very first use to prevent irritation.

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 200+ reviews

This cleanser is highly praised for its gentle powder-to-foam exfoliation, effectively addressing uneven texture, excess oil, and blemishes, leaving skin soft, radiant, and deeply cleansed. It yields excellent outcomes for combination and acne-prone skin by clearing pores and smoothing bumps. Users with highly sensitive skin occasionally report mild irritation, and many note that the packaging is prone to clogging in humid environments.

Highlights

  • Gentle exfoliation Mostly Mentioned
    • “Leaves your skin feeling exfoliated without being too harsh.”
    • “It's exfoliating without drying me out or feeling like I'm scrubbing my skin off!”
    • “Gentle but effective. Love how easy it is to use...”
    • “It's surprisingly gentle and cleanses well.”
  • Smoothes texture Often Mentioned
    • “I was surprised to wake up with smoother skin - it seems to work on uneven texture!”
    • “Leaves my skin soft and smooth...”
    • “My chin area feels much smoother now.”
    • “Face feels so soft afterwards.”
  • Clears and brightens Sometimes Noted
    • “It provides an instant brightening effect...”
    • “It effectively removes excess oil and leaves your skin feeling fresh and clean!”
    • “Been using two weeks and pores look smaller!”
    • “It feels like it's thoroughly cleaning out my pores after washing.”
  • Long-lasting formula Sometimes Noted
    • “The product lasts quite a while as you get more than expected.”
    • “A little goes a long way.”
    • “It's lightweight for travel and lasts a long time.”
    • “The packaging lasts for a long time.”
  • Clog-prone packaging Sometimes Noted
    • “The packaging is a bit disappointing. It's a disaster if it gets wet.”
    • “The cap doesn't always close so I get worried that water or steam will get in...”
    • “If water gets in or if it's kept in a humid bathroom, the opening can get clogged...”
    • “It occasionally gets clogged up like paste...”
  • Poor lathering Rarely Noted
    • “Compared to other enzyme cleansers, it doesn't lather as well.”
    • “While it doesn't lather much, it cleanses the face...”
    • “The granules tend to clump together and don't mix well...”
    • “It seems to lack a bit in cleansing power when it comes to eye makeup.”
  • Potential irritation Rarely Noted
    • “It's slightly irritating after use, possibly due to the vitamin C.”
    • “The granules are a bit coarse, which can be quite irritating for those with sensitive skin.”
    • “My skin became so worse after using it.”
    • “I think it could be a bit irritating for sensitive skin...”

Sources: lovi.care, bloomingdales.com, dermstore.com, lovelyskin.com, dermluxe.com, hwahae.com, and more

Questions and answers

What makes BABOR Enzyme Cleanser one of the best fits for sensitive skin?

Ascorbic acid and subtilisin give your sensitive skin soothing effects and gentle exfoliation to keep it calm, while lipase helps with mild cleansing and skin renewal. The formula also contains no harsh ingredients and features soothing components that minimize the risk of redness and irritation.

Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for sensitive skin?

Ascorbic Acid and Subtilisin make this cleanser a great fit by providing soothing effects and gentle exfoliation that calm your skin. Lipase further helps with mild cleansing and renewal, while Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate works safely without causing irritation.

What does Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate do for sensitive skin?

Sodium lauroyl glutamate is very well tolerated by sensitive skin and helps keep it calm by causing much lower irritation and less water loss than harsh soap ingredients. It gently cleans without disturbing the skin barrier, making it a good choice for people prone to redness or dryness.

What does Vitamin C do for sensitive skin?

Vitamin C helps brighten skin, smooth out fine lines, and fade dark spots. Clinical studies show it is generally safe and well-tolerated when improving overall skin quality.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023

Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?

This enzyme powder cleanser is used once a week in the routine, fitting into both morning and evening cleansing steps. It contains gentle ingredients and soothing components that help calm sensitive skin while keeping it balanced.

Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this cleanser with retinol by using the cleanser weekly and your retinol on other nights, since it is a powder exfoliant that may be too strong for daily use alongside a retinoid. This product helps calm redness and irritation with Ascorbic Acid and Subtilisin while gently renewing the skin.

How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this enzyme powder cleanser once a week to gently calm and renew your sensitive skin. If your skin tolerates it well and you see good results, you may carefully use it more often.

Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?

This enzyme powder cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on sensitive skin, as it contains gentle ingredients that minimize irritation risk. Potential irritation is low, and reviewers rarely mention any issues with breakouts or clogged pores.

Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Topical 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, 2003
  • Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.

    Journal of Periodontology, 2009
  • Topical 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, 2022
  • Biodegradable wound dressings functionalized with silver nanoparticles showed >99% pathogen growth inhibition, bactericidal effects, free radical scavenging, reduced inflammatory response in macrophages, and accelerated wound healing in animals.

    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2022
  • A topical xanthan gum nanogel containing gamma-oryzanol-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers and nanosized TiO2 and MBBT filters demonstrated high photoprotection with an SPF of 34 and no skin irritation or sensitization in a rat model.

    Pharmaceuticals, 2023
  • Dense chitosan-xanthan membranes associated with multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells accelerated wound healing in Wistar rats compared to untreated conditions, demonstrating safety and feasibility for dermo-epidermal wound treatment.

    Journal of Biomaterials Applications, 2015

Ingredients

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Talc, Cellulose, Maltodextrin, Water, Xanthan Gum, Ascorbic Acid, Subtilisin, Lipase

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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