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Bonajour Rice Bran 90 Mild Cleansing Oil for sensitive skin

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  • HighNormal Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

A great choice for sensitive skin; a few pre-cleansers 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, this cleanser effectively removes makeup with rice bran oil and castor seed oil, while also offering moderate benefits for redness and irritation due to the soothing properties of rice bran oil and camellia sinensis seed oil.
  • Jojoba seed oil and argania spinosa kernel oil further support barrier repair and provide emollient action, enhancing overall skin comfort.
  • The formula is safe for your sensitive skin, containing soothing rice bran oil and lacking harsh or prohibited ingredients.

How to apply

  • Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3x/week before building up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
  • Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser and toner. Follow with your usual moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated.
  • Gently press a small amount of the makeup remover onto your face using a soft cotton pad. Avoid any harsh rubbing to protect your sensitive skin.
  • Apply the makeup remover on dry skin to ensure better tolerance for sensitive areas. This helps reduce any potential irritation or redness.
  • Do a patch test before your first use and avoid the direct eye area to ensure safe application.

People Say

★4.8Overall rating based on 600+ reviews

This cleansing oil is highly regarded for its ability to effectively remove waterproof makeup and impurities while maintaining skin hydration. It is particularly beneficial for those with dry and sensitive skin, with many users reporting improved skin texture and reduced blackheads. Some users note that the oil can solidify in cold temperatures and may cause temporary eye blurriness.

Highlights

  • Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
    • “Removes makeup very quickly”
    • “Melts away waterproof mascara”
    • “Clears sunscreen easily”
  • Gentle for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
    • “Does not break me out”
    • “No redness after use”
    • “Safe for sensitive skin”
  • Hydrating and non-stripping Often Mentioned
    • “Skin feels hydrated”
    • “No drying residue”
    • “Leaves face soft and smooth”
  • Pleasant texture and scent Sometimes Noted
    • “Non-greasy texture”
    • “Lovely lavender scent”
    • “Emulsifies quickly into milk”
  • Pore and blackhead care Sometimes Noted
    • “Dissolves blackheads”
    • “Helps with sebum control”
    • “Pores look cleaner”
  • Eye blurriness Rarely Noted
    • “Blurry vision if in eyes”
    • “Cloudy eyes for a moment”
    • “Film on contacts”
  • Heavy for oily skin Rarely Noted
    • “A bit heavy”
    • “Rich oil feel”
    • “Better for dry skin”
  • Price and availability Rarely Noted
    • “Too expensive”
    • “Hard to find in stores”
    • “Shipping takes time”
  • Scent sensitivity Rarely Noted
    • “Smell is a bit odd”
    • “Strong lavender scent”
    • “Prefer unscented”
  • Solidifies in cold Rarely Noted
    • “Solidifies in cold”
    • “Hardens in winter”
    • “Needs shaking/warming up”

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Questions and answers

What makes Bonajour Rice Bran 90 Mild Cleansing Oil a great fit for sensitive skin?

This cleansing oil is a great fit because it gently removes makeup while containing soothing rice bran oil and green tea seed oil to calm redness and irritation. Its formula is safe for sensitive skin and uses jojoba and argan oils to help repair the skin barrier and keep your face feeling comfortable.

Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017

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

Rice bran oil and camellia sinensis seed oil make this cleanser a great fit by soothing your sensitive skin and helping to calm redness and irritation. Additionally, jojoba seed oil and argania spinosa kernel oil support barrier repair to keep your face feeling comfortable.

What does Rice Bran Oil do for sensitive skin?

Rice bran oil helps soothe sensitive skin by providing gentle moisture and powerful antioxidants with a very low risk of irritation. It is unlikely to cause redness and helps keep your skin calm and comfortable.

Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

What does Argan Oil do for sensitive skin?

Argan oil helps soothe sensitive skin and keeps it feeling calm while supporting the natural skin barrier. It is unlikely to cause irritation and works well to maintain moisture without feeling heavy.

International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017Nutrients, 2024

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

This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your regular cleanser, as well as in your weekly routine. It effectively removes makeup while keeping skin calm and comfortable with ingredients like rice bran oil and camellia sinensis seed oil.

Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017

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. Using a gentle cleanser with soothing oils like rice bran oil and jojoba seed oil helps keep your skin calm and supported while using retinol.

How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine and during your weekly routine as a first cleansing step. Its gentle oils help remove makeup safely while keeping your skin calm and comfortable.

Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017

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

This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on sensitive skin, as it features a safe, soothing formula without harsh ingredients that respects your skin barrier. It also does not cause purging since it washes away makeup and impurities rather than speeding up skin cell turnover.

Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011

Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Tea seed oil makeup remover successfully removed foundation and eyeliner without causing skin irritation in 20 human volunteers, with the 60% formulation showing superior foundation removal compared to other formulations and an olive oil benchmark.

    Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017
  • A rice bran oil nanoemulsion formulated using low energy methods showed low irritation potential in vitro and improved skin moisture while maintaining normal skin pH in human volunteers during in vivo assessments.

    Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011
  • Nanoencapsulation of rice bran oil in a hydrogel prevented UVB-induced ear edema by 60% and reduced protein carbonylation and NF-κB nuclear translocation by 81% and 87%, respectively, in mice compared to a control hydrogel.

    European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2015
  • A 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, 2025
  • Topical application of an argan oil NLC-based hydrogel formulation increased skin hydration in healthy volunteers over a one-month period through a synergistic effect of NLC occlusion and argan oil hydration.

    International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2014
  • Incorporating allantoin into argan oil enriched liposomes improved its accumulation in the dermis (~8.7μg/cm(2)) and permeation through the skin (~33μg/cm(2)) compared to conventional liposomes, water dispersion, and a commercial gel.

    International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2016
  • Tea seed oil loaded nanostructured lipid carriers prepared with a combination of surfactants (NLC-C) showed significantly greater nontoxicity and hair growth-stimulating effects on human follicle dermal papilla cells compared to intact oil, while improving the sensory and diffusion properties of the hair serum.

    Pharmaceutics, 2022
  • Clay jojoba oil facial masks reduced total skin lesions by a mean of 54% after 6 weeks in 133 participants with acne-prone, lesioned skin and mild acne compared to baseline.

    Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012
  • Topical application of jojoba wax reduced LPS-induced secretion of IL-6, IL-8, and TNFα by approximately 30% and increased the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid compared to untreated skin in an ex-vivo human skin organ culture model.

    Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024
  • Topical jojoba oil application in male mice decreased exercise-induced pro-inflammatory gene expression (Il-1b and Il-6 in soleus, Il-1b in gastrocnemius) compared to untreated exercised mice.

    Biomolecules, 2025
  • Topical 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, 2025
  • Dermatological 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, 2021
  • Topical 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

Rice Bran Oil, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil Castor Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit, Tocopherol

Behind this fit score

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