BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser for oily skin
Tri-Ceramide Complex
Licorice Root Extract
Camellia Sinensis Extract
Glycerin
AllantoinAverage
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other cleansers fit it 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
- Offers moderate suitability for your oily skin due to the presence of glycerin as a humectant, but lacks sufficient ingredients for strong oil control.
- The cleanser effectively removes impurities with Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, and lactic acid provides mild exfoliation for oily shine.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use your cleanser AM and PM every day to keep your skin fresh. Always make sure to follow with a good SPF in the morning.
- Apply your cleanser as the first step in the morning or the second step in the evening before your toner.
- Gently massage a small amount onto your face using circular motions, then rinse well with water .
- You can apply this cleanser safely on damp skin for a refreshing and easy wash.
- Avoid getting the product directly into your eyes and stop use if irritation occurs.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this cleanser is highly recommended for sensitive and compromised skin barriers due to its gentle, non-stripping formula that cleanses effectively without causing tightness. Many users report improved skin hydration and reduced redness. However, some users with acne-prone skin experienced breakouts, and a few found it insufficient for removing heavy makeup on its own.
Highlights
Gentle & non-stripping Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't strip skin”
- “feels super gentle”
- “skin feels soft”
- “no tight feeling”
Barrier supportive Often Mentioned
- “calmed my redness”
- “great for damaged barrier”
- “helped repair barrier”
Pump malfunctions Often Mentioned
- “pump stopped working”
- “broken dispenser”
- “hard to get product out”
- “defective pump”
Affordable price Sometimes Noted
- “great value”
- “affordable option”
- “good price point”
- “budget friendly”
Packaging design Sometimes Noted
- “cute packaging”
- “love the pump”
- “looks good on shelf”
- “easy to dispense”
Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “cool jelly texture”
- “lathers up well”
- “creamy foam”
- “feels luxurious”
Caused breakouts Sometimes Noted
- “caused cystic acne”
- “broke me out”
- “gave me texture”
- “clogged my pores”
Poor makeup removal Sometimes Noted
- “doesn't remove mascara”
- “need to double cleanse”
- “left makeup residue”
- “not for heavy makeup”
Drying for some Rarely Noted
- “felt a bit dry”
- “left skin tight”
- “not hydrating enough”
- “dried me out”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like plastic”
- “weird chemical scent”
- “smells off”
- “unpleasant odor”
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Questions and answers
How well does BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser work for oily skin?
This cleanser works moderately well for oily skin, as it cleans away impurities and adds light moisture with glycerin, but it lacks strong oil control. Oily skin needs targeted oil-managing ingredients and shine-reducing components to reach a stronger fit.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily skin?
This cleanser works for your oily skin thanks to glycerin, which adds light moisture, and lactic acid, which helps clear away oily shine. It also features soothing plant extracts and ceramides to keep your skin calm and comfortable without irritation. For an even better fit, oily skin needs a cleanser that offers strong oil control and ingredients specifically targeted at managing excess shine.
What do Ceramides do for oily skin?
Ceramides help oily skin by balancing moisture levels and strengthening the skin barrier without feeling heavy or greasy. This type of skin needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that control excess oil while keeping the surface smooth and calm.
What does Licorice Root Extract do for oily skin?
Licorice root extract helps calm redness and balances oil production, making it a great addition for keeping oily skin clear and comfortable. It is unlikely to clog pores and may help soothe irritation or breakouts associated with excess oil.
Experimental Dermatology, 2015Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This cleanser goes in your morning and evening routine as the main cleansing step before your toner and moisturizer. An average fit for oily skin like this needs stronger oil-absorbing or balancing ingredients to fully manage shine.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser with retinol safely, applying it first to wash your face before putting on your retinol. It is unlikely to irritate your oily skin because it lacks harsh ingredients, though oily skin of this type also needs strong oil control ingredients to keep shine in check.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this cleanser twice a day in your morning and evening routine. It works for your oily skin, though an average fit like this needs extra ingredients that specifically target oil control to keep shine fully managed.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cleanser may cause breakouts for some people with oily skin, as some reviewers have reported. Oily skin often needs lightweight formulas with stronger oil-controlling ingredients and gentle exfoliants to help keep pores clear.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is unlikely to cause irritation when used around the eyes or on the body due to its very safe ingredients. However, because the skin around the eyes is much thinner, a cleanser for this skin needs extra gentle soothing and hydrating ingredients.
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, 2017Topical application of a ceramide complex cream significantly ameliorated lactic acid sensations and increased stratum corneum total ceramide content in 39 female subjects with sensitive skin compared with placebo.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2018A canine-specific ceramide complex consisting of a 4:1 ratio of CER [NS] to [EOP] reduced proinflammatory cytokine expression, upregulated skin barrier-related genes and enzymes, improved stratum corneum organization, and accelerated skin barrier repair in vitro and in vivo.
Animals, 2026Combining 755 nm alexandrite laser with topical licorice gel significantly reduces terminal hair counts compared to alexandrite laser with placebo in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015Licochalcone A activated Nrf2 signaling, elevated cytoprotective enzymes, increased the reduced-to-oxidized glutathione ratio, and decreased reactive oxygen species in human fibroblasts and neutrophils, while a LicA-rich licorice extract lowered UVA-induced oxidative processes in vivo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2015Bioactive glycyrrhizic acid and oxymatrine ionic liquid self-assembled nanomicelles significantly promoted the transdermal permeation, subcutaneous retention, and anti-photoaging efficacy of palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 in cellular and animal models compared to unformulated peptide.
Advanced Science, 2025Topical green tea extract significantly improved clinical symptoms, tear breakup times, and meibomian gland health compared to standard treatment in patients with dry eye and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017Topical low-dose green tea extract reduces UVB-induced p53 expression and apoptosis in human skin keratinocytes compared to placebo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2009An anti-acne hydrogel containing Aloe barbadensis, Garcinia mangostana, and Camellia sinensis extracts showed superior antiacne and antiblotch activities compared to 1% clindamycin gel in sixty subjects with mild-moderate acne.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019The 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, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012Topical 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, 2016A 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, 2020An 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, 2018
Why other cleansers fit oily skin better
A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Combined ascorbyl palmitate and sodium ascorbyl phosphate treatment significantly reduced facial sebum secretions in healthy female volunteers compared to a placebo control over 90 days.
Drug Research, 2017
Ingredients
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ceramide Np, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Stearic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Licorice Root Extract, Oleic Acid, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Decyl Glucoside, Lactic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Phenoxyethanol
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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