TONYMOLY I'm Rice Exfoliating Enzyme Cleanser for sensitive skin
Rice Enzymes
Papain Extract Carica Papaya Extract
Allantoin
Zea Mays StarchHigh
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A great choice for sensitive skin; a few products fit it even better.
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
- Highly suitable for your normal skin with sensitivity, as papain extract and rice extract offer gentle enzymatic exfoliation and soothing effects to address redness and irritation.
- The inclusion of allantoin and rice powder further aids in calming the skin and providing mild nourishment, enhancing the overall comfort for your skin type.
- The product is safe for your skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
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 1.2k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with sensitive and acne-prone skin frequently praise this cleanser for its ability to gently exfoliate without stripping moisture, leaving the face feeling refreshed. Most report a brighter complexion and improved texture, though a small minority experienced dryness or found the powder formula difficult to manage.
Highlights
Smoother skin Mostly Mentioned
- “makes my skin buttery smooth”
- “face feels incredibly smooth”
- “leaves skin super soft”
- “refines texture significantly”
Gentle exfoliation Often Mentioned
- “perfect for sensitive skin”
- “gentle effective facial wash”
- “exfoliating but not drying”
- “no irritation or issues”
Brightening effect Sometimes Noted
- “reveal a brighter complexion”
- “skin looks radiant”
- “helped even out tone”
- “glowy skin after use”
Long-lasting value Sometimes Noted
- “a little goes a long way”
- “bottle lasts for months”
- “great price for amount”
- “lasts a long time”
Travel-friendly Sometimes Noted
- “great for travel”
- “no liquid restrictions”
- “perfect size for gym bag”
- “won't leak in luggage”
Drying for some Rarely Noted
- “left skin feeling tight”
- “slightly dry in winter”
- “drying on dry patches”
- “stripped natural oils”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “powder clumps in humidity”
- “hard to control amount”
- “cap breaks easily”
- “messy to pour out”
Too gentle Rarely Noted
- “didn't do much for acne”
- “not scrubby enough”
- “wanted more physical exfoliation”
- “felt like just washing”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like cornstarch”
- “strong soapy scent”
- “has a chemical smell”
- “smells like perfumed hand soap”
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Questions and answers
What makes TONYMOLY I'm Rice Exfoliating Enzyme Cleanser a great fit for sensitive skin?
This cleanser is a great fit because papain extract and rice extract offer gentle enzymatic exfoliation that calms redness and irritation without being harsh. Allantoin and rice powder further help soothe your skin and keep it comfortable.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for sensitive skin?
Papain extract and rice extract make this cleanser a great fit by providing gentle exfoliation and soothing redness, while allantoin and rice powder help calm and comfort sensitive skin.
What do Rice Enzymes do for sensitive skin?
Rice ingredients help soothe sensitive skin and boost moisture while keeping it soft and calm. They are generally gentle and unlikely to cause irritation, making them a great fit for easily upset skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, 2011
What does Rice Extract do for sensitive skin?
Rice extract helps calm and protect sensitive skin while reducing redness and irritation. It also provides strong antioxidant support and helps keep skin moisturized and smooth.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2018
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This enzyme powder cleanser goes in your morning and evening routines, and can also be used as a weekly exfoliating step once a week to help clear skin without irritation. It is safe for sensitive skin because it lacks harsh ingredients and includes calming components like allantoin and rice extract.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser with retinol, but since this powder exfoliates, use it on your weekly cleanser step rather than on the nights you apply retinol to keep your skin calm and smooth.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This exfoliating cleanser is a great fit for sensitive skin, so you can start using it once a week as part of your weekly routine. If your skin tolerates it well and stays calm, you may carefully use it more often.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This cleanser is a great fit and is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for sensitive skin because it contains soothing components and lacks harsh ingredients. It uses gentle enzymatic exfoliation from rice and papaya extracts along with allantoin to keep skin calm and comfortable without causing irritation.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020A 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, 2023Hydrolyzed corn starch containing maltotetraose activated the NRF2 pathway, upregulated antioxidant-responsive genes, increased NRF2 protein expression and nuclear translocation, and reduced reactive oxygen species levels in human keratinocytes exposed to oxidative stress.
PloS One, 2026Daily application of a cream containing niosomes loaded with purple glutinous rice extract in 20 human volunteers for 28 days resulted in a significant decrease in melanin index and skin roughness by -14.05% and -9.95%, and increases in skin hydration and elastic recovery by +48.73% and +35.98% compared to initial values.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020The iontophoretic delivery of hyaluronic acid nanogel-loaded Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate significantly reduced advanced glycation end products and mitigated skin stiffening in an ex vivo skin tissue glycation model.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2025Red rice extract suppressed UVB-induced inflammation and skin aging in human skin fibroblasts by inhibiting the MAPK signaling pathway, leading to decreased NF-kappa B and AP-1 activation, reduced ECM degradation, and increased ECM synthesis compared to UVB-irradiated controls.
Natural Product Communications, 2016Topical papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016A fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres, and papain glycospheres in aqueous gel applied once daily for 12 weeks achieved a 41% mean reduction in GAGS score and a 40.8% mean reduction in total lesions, with 15.3% of patients experiencing mild to moderate local side effects, in 94 evaluable patients with comedonal-papular, mild to moderate acne of the face.
Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015Reflux extraction of Carica papaya leaves yielded higher antioxidant capacity and superior in vitro wound-healing activities including fibroblast proliferation, cell migration, and collagen synthesis in human skin fibroblasts compared to ultrasonic-assisted extraction and agitation.
Molecules, 2020Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018Prophylactic application of a topical scar gel containing Allium cepae extract, allantoin, and heparin significantly improves patient-assessed scar color, stiffness, and irregularity compared to no treatment in women following a cesarean section.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2014
Ingredients
Zea Mays Starch, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate, Allantoin, Maltodextrin, Papain Extract Carica Papaya Extract, Rice Powder, Protease, Rice Extract, Butylene Glycol
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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