# Eve Lom Foaming Cream Cleanser for oily acne-prone skin

**Lovi Fit: Average fit for oily acne-prone skin.**
Oily Skin Fit: High · Effectiveness: Average · Safety: High.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Canada.

Brand: [Eve Lom](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/eve-lom)
Category: [Cleansers](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/best/cleansers)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

Works for oily acne-prone skin; other cleansers fit it better.

## Why this fit

- Offers moderate exfoliation and sebum control for your oily skin, as lactic acid and citric acid help manage excess oil and keratolytic action. Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate provide general hydration, but the formula lacks specialized ingredients to directly target your acne, blemishes, and breakouts.
- The cleansing agents, sodium cocoyl isethionate and coco-betaine, effectively remove impurities and excess oil, supporting your oily skin concerns.
- The product is safe for your skin, with allantoin and panthenol offering soothing benefits and no harsh or prohibited ingredients.

## Fit by skin type

- [Oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/oily-skin): Average
- [Dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/dry-skin): Average
- [Combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/combination-skin): Average
- [Sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/sensitive-skin): High
- [Acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin): High
- [Skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/dark-spots): High
- [Mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/mature-skin): High
- [Dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/dry-sensitive-skin): High
- [Oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eve-lom/foaming-cream-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin): Average (this page)

## Key ingredients

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil Lavender Oil, Allantoin

## What the research says

- Daily treatment with a facial serum containing multiple acids reduced post-inflammatory hyperchromia lesion grade and number by 29.4% at 56 days, and decreased skin oiliness by 30.7% at 7 days in Brazilian patients with acne vulgaris. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617668/))
- A novel composition containing salicylic acid, capryloyl salicylic acid, HEPES, glycolic acid, citric acid, and dioic acid showed similar tolerance and efficacy compared with clindamycin 1% and benzoyl peroxide 5% gel in subjects with acne vulgaris. ([Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23545907/))
- Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment. ([American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/))
- A new topical panthenol-containing emollient significantly improved transepidermal water loss reduction, stratum corneum hydration, and intercellular lipid lamellae length compared with control in healthy subjects without negatively impacting bacterial viability. ([The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/))
- A panthenol-enriched mask significantly decreased erythema and hyperpigmentation, increased sebum and stratum corneum moisture, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to a saline dressing in 60 subjects undergoing facial laser treatment. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/))
- Sodium cocoyl isethionate micelles are too large to penetrate stratum corneum aqueous pores, resulting in significant steric hindrance that prevents skin barrier perturbation and explains its skin mildness. ([Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17598025/))
- 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, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/))
- The 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, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31532576/))
- Ten 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, 2001](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18498456/))
- Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control. ([Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22052267/))
- Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction. ([Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34623507/))
- Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days. ([BMC Oral Health, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31311529/))
- Polysaccharide-based O/W emulsions incorporated with lavender essential oil applied to cellulosic support are non-irritating, provide softness and moisturizing effects, and are safe for topical patch applications. ([International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34547316/))
- Gellan gum hydrogel films co-encapsulating ofloxacin with tea tree or lavender oil achieved 98% wound contraction and completely healed epidermis in rats after ten days of treatment compared to baseline. ([International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33130262/))
- Topical application of lavender oil significantly promoted wound contraction, collagen synthesis, and fibroblast differentiation with up-regulation of TGF-beta in a rat model compared to control. ([BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27229681/))
- Topical 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, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27475700/))
- 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, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/))
- An 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29948103/))

## Why other cleansers fit oily acne-prone skin better

- Topical 5% tea tree oil gel significantly improved total acne lesions and acne severity index compared to placebo in 60 patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris, showing 3.55 times and 5.75 times greater efficacy respectively. ([Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/))
- Tea tree oil gel and face wash significantly reduced total facial acne lesions from 23.7 to 10.7 and improved investigator global assessment scores in 14 participants with mild to moderate facial acne over 12 weeks. ([The Australasian Journal of Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27000386/))
- A novel emulsion containing niacinamide, lens esculenta seed extract, and white willow bark extract effectively improved acne, blackheads, and conspicuous facial pores in 30 subjects with oily skin. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38140770/))

## What reviewers say

Users consistently praise this cream-to-foam cleanser for its ability to effectively remove makeup and impurities while maintaining the skin's moisture barrier, often highlighting its enzyme-infused formula as leaving skin feeling soft and refreshed rather than stripped. While it is widely celebrated as a gentle daily cleanser suitable for a second cleanse, a minority of users find the botanical scent overpowering or the formula slightly drying compared to the brand's original balm.

- Liked: Non-drying and hydrating (mostly mentioned)
- Liked: Effective cleansing (often mentioned)
- Liked: Luxurious texture (often mentioned)
- Liked: Gentle exfoliation (sometimes noted)
- Liked: Pleasant spa scent (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: High price point (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Strong fragrance (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Drying for some (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Ineffective on heavy makeup (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Use this cleanser as part of your AM and PM routine. Start using it daily to help clear your breakouts.
- Apply this cleanser as the first step in the morning and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening. Follow it with your toner and moisturizer.
- Gently massage a small amount of the cleanser onto your face using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry.
- Apply the cleanser on slightly damp skin to help clean deeply and remove excess oil. This works best for oily skin types.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use.
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/6a08416bd9315041c09c72f61cf27cc1.mp4

## Questions and answers

### How well does Eve Lom Foaming Cream Cleanser work for oily acne-prone skin?

Eve Lom Foaming Cream Cleanser works moderately well for oily acne-prone skin, as it clears away excess oil and impurities while soothing the skin. However, it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target breakouts and blemishes. Cleansers that fit this skin best need powerful ingredients that effectively control oil and clear blemishes while being exceptionally safe and non-irritating.
Sources: [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617668/), [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/)

### Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?

Sodium cocoyl isethionate and coco-betaine remove excess oil and impurities, while lactic acid and citric acid provide moderate exfoliation for oily skin. Allantoin and panthenol also help calm the skin. To work best for oily acne-prone skin, a cleanser of this type needs powerful ingredients that directly target breakouts and blemishes while providing strong oil control.
Sources: [Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617668/), [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/)

### What does Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate do for oily acne-prone skin?

Sodium cocoyl isethionate helps cleanse oily acne-prone skin gently without stripping the skin barrier because its large molecular structure prevents it from penetrating deep into the skin. This mild surfactant washes away dirt and excess oil while keeping the skin calm and comfortable.
Sources: [Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17598025/), [Dermatologic Therapy, 2004](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14728695/)

### What does Glycerin do for oily acne-prone skin?

Glycerin helps keep oily acne-prone skin hydrated without feeling heavy. It draws moisture into the skin while supporting the skin barrier so it stays soft and balanced.
Sources: [The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18510666/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser goes in your morning and evening routine as the first step or right after your makeup remover. While it helps manage excess oil and remove impurities, an oily acne-prone skin also needs specialized ingredients that directly target breakouts and blemishes.

### Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this cleanser in your routine with retinol, applying the cleanser first to remove impurities and excess oil before your retinol step. This cleanser offers moderate oil control and soothing benefits, but oily acne-prone skin also needs specialized blemish-targeting ingredients to fully manage breakouts.

### How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this cleanser twice a day in your morning and evening routines to effectively remove impurities and excess oil. For oily acne-prone skin, this product works as an average fit because it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target blemishes; this skin type needs targeted blemish-fighting ingredients and oil-balancing agents for best results.

### Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts because it safely washes away excess oil and impurities, but it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target your acne. Oily acne-prone skin needs a product with targeted blemish-fighting ingredients and oil-balancing acids to truly keep breakouts at bay.

### Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?

You can use this cleanser on the body and around the eyes, though the skin on the eyelids is much thinner than on the body. This cleanser helps remove impurities while keeping the skin calm, but oily acne-prone skin needs specialized blemish-fighting ingredients and targeted acne treatments to work best.
Sources: [Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12375070/), [American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/)

### Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (linalool and limonene). Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.

## Alternatives for oily acne-prone skin

- [IS Clinical Cleansing Complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/is-clinical/cleansing-complex/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — CA$82.99 at Amazon
- [Fresh Soy Face Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/fresh/soy-face-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — CA$44.95 at Amazon
- [Pyunkang Yul Calming Low pH Foaming Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/pyunkang-yul/calming-low-ph-foaming-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — CA$19.99 at Amazon

## Pairs well with

- Hydrating Toner: [Paula's Choice Pore-Reducing Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/paula-s-choice/skin-balancing-pore-reducing-toner/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — CA$37.60 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion with Birch Sap](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/cosrx/oil-free-ultra-moisturizing-lotion-with-birch-sap/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — CA$29.98 at Amazon
- SPF: [CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/cerave/am-facial-moisturizing-lotion-spf-30/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — CA$20.96 at Amazon

## Where to buy

No store in Canada has a checked price for this product, so the page shows none.

## Ingredients

Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Coco-Betaine, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Glycerin, Erythritol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Hydroxypropyl Phosphate Starch, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Lactobacillus Pumpkin Extract Ferment, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Phenoxyethanol, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Sodium Pca, Xylitol, Allantoin, Lactic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil Lavender Oil, Wheat Amino Acids, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Panthenol, Lemon Peel Oil, Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil, Citronella Oil, Peppermint Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil, Hydroxyproline, Litsea Cubeba Oil Fruit, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil Flower, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Oil Flower, Boswellia Carterii Oil, Citric Acid, Linalool, Limonene
## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this fit score: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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