Clean It Zero Pore Clarifying Cleansing Balm for oily skin
Tri-Peel Acid
Shea Butter
Coconut Oil
Vitamin E
High
- HighOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A great choice for oily skin; a few pre-cleansers fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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
- Highly suitable for your oily skin as Tri-Peel Acid effectively clarifies pores and exfoliates, while glycerin provides essential hydration without adding excess oil.
- This formula offers excellent makeup removal and general cleansing benefits, though it lacks specific ingredients to directly target and reduce oily shine.
- The product is safe for your skin, featuring a gentle formulation with soothing ingredients like Shea Butter and Glycerin, and no harsh or irritating components.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3×/week and increase to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser and toner. It prepares your skin by melting away excess oil and makeup.
- Gently press a small amount onto your dry skin using your fingertips. Massage softly and avoid harsh rubbing to protect your pores.
- Apply this product on dry skin to effectively break down heavy makeup and surface oil. Massage it gently before washing it off with water.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin feels comfortable.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 1.2k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this cleansing balm is highly effective at melting away waterproof makeup and clearing congested pores, leaving skin feeling cleansed and balanced without stripping moisture. While most users appreciate its texture and gentleness around the eyes, a moderate number find the medicinal scent off-putting, and a low number report experiencing breakouts or eye blurriness.
Highlights
Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “melts waterproof mascara”
- “dissolves stubborn makeup”
- “removes heavy foundation”
- “cleanses sunscreen”
- “effortless removal”
Non-stripping finish Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin soft”
- “feels hydrated”
- “no tight feeling”
- “balances oil production”
- “refreshing finish”
Pore clarifying Often Mentioned
- “clears congested pores”
- “reduces blackheads”
- “smooths skin texture”
- “minimizes pore appearance”
- “removes sebaceous filaments”
Gentle on eyes Sometimes Noted
- “doesn't sting eyes”
- “removes eye makeup gently”
- “no irritation”
- “safe for lashes”
- “non-burning”
Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “sherbet-like consistency”
- “melts into oil”
- “lightweight feel”
- “emulsifies easily”
- “glides smoothly”
Eye blurriness Sometimes Noted
- “causes foggy vision”
- “cloudy eyes”
- “film on eyes”
- “blurs vision temporarily”
- “oil in eyes”
Strong scent Sometimes Noted
- “medicinal tea tree smell”
- “chemical odor”
- “overpowering fragrance”
- “unpleasant scent”
- “smells like herbs”
Price vs. quantity Rarely Noted
- “expensive for size”
- “runs out quickly”
- “small jar”
- “pricey daily cleanser”
- “less product than expected”
Skin reactions Rarely Noted
- “caused breakouts”
- “tiny red bumps”
- “cystic acne”
- “clogged pores”
- “skin irritation”
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Questions and answers
What makes Clean It Zero Pore Clarifying Cleansing Balm a great fit for oily skin?
Clean It Zero Pore Clarifying Cleansing Balm is a great fit for oily skin because Tri-Peel Acid effectively clears out pores and exfoliates while glycerin adds essential hydration without extra oil. The gentle formula also features soothing shea butter and vitamin E, and is unlikely to cause irritation.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily skin?
Tri-Peel Acid makes this cleanser a great fit for your oily skin because it effectively clarifies pores and exfoliates. Glycerin also helps by providing essential hydration without adding excess oil, while soothing ingredients like shea butter keep the formula gentle.
What does Tri-Peel Acid do for oily skin?
Tri-Peel Acid helps manage acne and reduces oiliness by using ingredients like glycolic acid and salicylic acid to clear out pores and smooth the skin. This combination is likely to result in a more even texture and a clearer look when used regularly.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Clinics in Dermatology, 2017
What does Shea Butter do for oily skin?
Shea butter may feel too heavy for oily skin and is unlikely to be the best fit without careful testing. This skin type needs light, non-greasy moisturizers and ingredients that balance oil production without clogging pores.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser. It is safe for oily skin and helps clear pores with acids while keeping skin comfortable.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before your cleanser and retinol treatment. It is unlikely to irritate your skin and helps clear pores while maintaining hydration.
How often should I use this cleanser?
Clean It Zero Clean It Zero Pore Clarifying Cleansing Balm is a great fit for your oily skin and works well as a makeup remover in your evening routine. It is gentle and safe for daily use to remove makeup and clear pores without adding extra oil.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cleanser is a great fit for oily skin because Tri-Peel Acid effectively clears out pores while glycerin adds essential moisture without any extra oil. It is very unlikely to cause breakouts or clog pores since it features a gentle formula with soothing ingredients and no harsh components.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
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 combination cream of stimu-tex AS and saccharide isomerate reduced erythema, increased skin capacitance, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects after fractional CO2 laser procedure without causing serious adverse events.
Lasers in Medical Science, 2025A skin barrier restoring cream with shea butter, silkflo, and vitamin E increased type I procollagen synthesis, enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity, decreased reactive oxygen species generation, and promoted hyaluronic acid production in H2O2-stimulated human keratinocyte cells compared to untreated cells.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025Overnight virgin coconut oil application provides a skin protective effect against damage and increased TEWL from frequent alcohol-based hand sanitizer usage in 60 volunteers, resulting in a 25% increase in perceived moisture content compared to the control group.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical 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, 2024
Ingredients
Tri-Peel Acid, Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Peg-10 Isostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta, Bht, Tocopherol
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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