Uriage Cleansing Oil for acne-prone skin
Glycerin
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Caution
- LowCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A poor match for acne-prone skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 cleansing for your combination skin due to caprylyl capryl glucoside and peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, but lacks specialized ingredients to address your acne, blemishes, and breakouts, potentially worsening these conditions.
- Sodium laureth sulfate may strip your combination skin and disrupt its barrier, while the limited humectant action from glycerin may not adequately hydrate drier areas.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM and PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it.
- This cleanser is the first step in your morning routine and the second step after your pre-cleanser in the evening. Always follow up with a toner and moisturizer .
- Gently massage a small amount of the cleanser onto your face in circular motions. Avoid harsh rubbing to keep your skin calm.
- Apply the cleanser on slightly damp skin to help it work effectively against breakouts. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water .
- Avoid the immediate eye area and do a patch test before your first use to check for any sensitivity.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviewsIt is frequently praised as a versatile staple that soothes itchiness and leaves the skin barrier feeling replenished and soft, suitable for both face and body.
Highlights
Gentle & non-stripping Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't strip skin”
- “no tight feeling”
- “soothes irritation”
Hydrating/moisturizing Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin soft”
- “very hydrating”
- “moisturizes well”
- “skin feels comfortable”
Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “lathers well”
- “rinses easily”
- “nice oil-to-foam”
- “silky texture”
Versatile (face & body) Sometimes Noted
- “great for face and body”
- “safe for baby”
- “use it in shower”
- “good for whole family”
Makeup removal Sometimes Noted
- “struggles with mascara”
- “doesn't remove waterproof makeup”
- “stings eyes”
- “need double cleanse”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “pump arrived broken”
- “leaks in bottle”
- “hard to pump”
- “defective dispenser”
Scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like plastic”
- “weird scent”
- “off-putting smell”
- “not pleasant”
Texture confusion Rarely Noted
- “more gel than oil”
- “thick consistency”
- “not a true oil”
- “hard to spread”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Uriage Cleansing Oil for acne-prone skin?
Lovi advises caution because this cleanser lacks specialized ingredients to address acne and breakouts, and it may strip your skin and disrupt its barrier. A cleanser for acne-prone skin needs safe, irritation-free formulas with powerful ingredients like Niacinamide and Ceramides, multiple forms of hyaluronic acid, and soothing and hydrating agents to balance moisture and maintain skin health.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for acne-prone skin?
Sodium laureth sulfate may strip acne-prone skin and disrupt its barrier, while the limited moisture-attracting action from glycerin may not adequately hydrate drier areas, and the formula lacks specialized ingredients to clear blemishes. A cleanser for this skin needs to be exceptionally safe with no risk of irritation, effectively address acne with powerful ingredients like Niacinamide and Ceramides, and perform cleansing while maintaining moisture balance.
What does Glycerin do for acne-prone skin?
Glycerin helps keep acne-prone skin hydrated and calm without clogging pores or feeling heavy. It supports the skin barrier so it stays soft and smooth while handling everyday treatments.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008International Journal of Toxicology, 2019
What does Sodium Laureth Sulfate do for acne-prone skin?
Sodium laureth sulfate is a detergent that cleanses the skin, but it may cause dryness and irritation on acne-prone skin, which can weaken the skin barrier.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This cleanser goes in your morning and evening routine, but a product of this type needs acne-fighting ingredients and gentle cleansers that do not strip your skin.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
Exercise caution when using this cleanser alongside retinol on acne-prone skin, as it lacks breakout-fighting ingredients and may disrupt your skin barrier. A cleanser of this type for acne-prone skin needs barrier-restoring ingredients like ceramides and soothing agents to help prevent irritation during retinol use.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser requires caution on acne-prone skin because it lacks specialized ingredients to clear blemishes and may disrupt your skin barrier. A product of this type needs soothing ingredients and gentle cleansers to wash your face without causing breakouts.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cleanser may worsen breakouts and clog pores on acne-prone skin because it lacks specialized ingredients to tackle blemishes and breakouts. A product of this type needs targeted ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to help clear acne-prone skin safely.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is unlikely to suit the very thin skin around the eyes because its ingredients may easily irritate that delicate area. A product for this area needs gentle, hydrating ingredients like glycerin and soothing plant extracts.
Is this cleanser 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, 2017The 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, 2001Sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) treatment decreases lipid membrane chain conformational order and stiffness leading to increased water sorption and diffusivity, whereas sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) treatment increases lipid membrane conformational order and stiffness with increased water sorption capacity driven by its hygroscopic nature.
Langmuir, 2014
Ingredients
Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Parfum, Laureth-2, Peg Ppg-120 10 Trimethylolpropane Trioleate, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium Acetate
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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