innisfree Volcanic Pore BHA Cleansing Foam for mature skin
Bha Beta Hydroxy Acid
Volcanic Ash- Salicylic Acid
Zinc Pca
Glycerin
Low
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A weak match for mature skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. 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 exfoliation for wrinkles and fine lines due to the presence of lactic acid and glycolic acid, which provide mild resurfacing benefits for your normal skin. Glycerin further supports skin renewal and hydration.
- The cleansing action is excellent, with myristic acid and lauric acid effectively purifying pores without causing irritation.
How to apply
- Use your cleanser as part of both your AM and PM routine. Start using it daily since your skin is normal and not sensitive.
- Apply this first in your routine before using your toner, moisturizer, and SPF.
- Gently massage the cleanser onto your face using circular motions, then rinse well with water. Avoid rubbing your skin too hard.
- Apply the cleanser directly onto slightly damp skin for the best fresh feeling. Make sure your face is clean of heavy makeup first.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area while washing. Do a quick patch test before your very first use to be safe.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 15.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this foaming cleanser is highly recommended for oily and acne-prone skin types, effectively cleansing pores and managing excess oil for a refreshed feel. However, users with dry or sensitive skin frequently find it too stripping and drying, sometimes causing tightness or irritation.
Highlights
Deep pore cleansing Mostly Mentioned
- “cleans the skin thoroughly”
- “removes dirt and visible impurities”
- “pores look smaller and nose is smooth”
Excellent oil control Often Mentioned
- “no oil for hours”
- “soaks up any sebum in first use”
- “best for oily skin”
Rich lather Often Mentioned
- “little goes a long way”
- “foams generously”
- “creamy, rich lather”
Drying and stripping Often Mentioned
- “leaving my skin definitely very tight”
- “removes little to no moisture you have”
- “too drying for dry skin”
Acne & blackhead reduction Sometimes Noted
- “decrease of pimples”
- “struggling with blackheads”
- “keeps acne-prone skin clear”
Good value Sometimes Noted
- “worth the money”
- “cost-effective”
- “lasts for 5-6 months easily”
Eye irritation Sometimes Noted
- “stings my eyes so much”
- “smallest amount will make your eyes burn”
- “manage to sting my eyes”
Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “fragrance is insanely strong”
- “smells like bar soap”
- “too scented for me”
Potential irritation Rarely Noted
- “got tiny bumps”
- “skin definitely a little bit irritated”
- “not for sensitive skin”
Texture/residue issues Rarely Noted
- “made my face feel so rubbery”
- “leaving kind of like a white film”
- “slippery residue”
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Questions and answers
Why is innisfree Volcanic Pore BHA Cleansing Foam a weak match for mature skin?
This cleanser is a weak match because mature skin needs a product that is exceptionally safe with no risk of irritation, effectively addresses wrinkles and fine lines with high-quality hydrating ingredients, performs its cleansing function excellently, and is perfectly suitable for normal skin.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for mature skin?
This cleanser is a weak match for mature skin because it lacks the rich hydrating and soothing ingredients and gentle cleansing agents that keep dry or aging skin soft and balanced.
What does Bha do for mature skin?
BHA helps mature skin by smoothing out fine lines and improving overall skin texture. Clinical studies show that regular use can significantly increase collagen and elastin levels, helping the skin look firmer and feel much softer.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2025
What does Volcanic Ash do for mature skin?
Volcanic Ash helps clear away dull, dead skin so mature skin looks fresh and feels smooth. It may also help tighten up the feel of the skin and clear out pores, but it can be drying if used too often.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This cleanser is used as the first step in the morning and as the second step after makeup removal in the evening. Mature skin needs a cleanser that purifies pores gently while supporting hydration with nourishing ingredients and mild renewing benefits to keep the skin feeling soft and smooth.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
This cleanser may be too harsh for mature skin when used alongside retinol, as it contains acids that exfoliate strongly and can leave dry skin feeling irritated. A cleanser for this skin needs gentle hydrating ingredients like glycerin and soothing plant extracts to keep the skin barrier calm and comfortable.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser is a weak match for mature skin because it may be too drying, so a cleanser for this skin needs gentle hydrating ingredients like glycerin and soothing plant extracts to keep the face soft and comfortable.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores, but reviewers frequently mention that it can be drying and stripping for mature skin. Mature skin needs hydrating ingredients like glycerin and gentle cleansing agents that keep skin soft and comfortable without stripping away natural moisture.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is not well-suited for mature skin around the eyes or on the body, as it can be too harsh for thinner, delicate areas. Mature skin needs gentle cleansers packed with nourishing hydrators and soothing ingredients to protect and comfort delicate areas.
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, 2017All three treatments—benzoyl peroxide, benzoyl peroxide plus erythromycin, and the combination of niacinamide, gallic acid, and lauric acid—were effective in reducing acne vulgaris severity in ninety patients over eight weeks.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2020Co-application of curcumin and lauric acid liposomal gel exhibited enhanced antibacterial effect and a two-fold reduction in comedones count and cytokines in a rat ear model compared to the placebo-treated group.
Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2019Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Zinc PCA inhibits UVA-induced matrix metalloproteinase-1 production through suppressed AP-1 activation and enhances type I collagen synthesis by increasing SVCT2 mRNA expression in cultured normal human dermal fibroblasts.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012The 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, 2012
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Kaolin, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Glycol Distearate, Palmitic Acid, Lauryl Glucoside, Polyquaternium-22, Silica, Hot Spring Water, Zinc Pca, Disodium Edta, Propanediol, Lactic Acid Glycolic Acid Copolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Madecassoside, Polyquaternium-10, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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