Orien Mugwort Zero Film Cleansing Oil for acne-prone skin
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Centella Asiatica Extract
Jojoba Seed Oil
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Sunflower Seed OilAverage
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for acne-prone skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 cleansing and hydration for your combination, acne-prone skin as Artemisia Capillaris Extract and Centella Asiatica Extract provide soothing effects, though they do not directly target acne and blemishes.
- The formula is highly suitable for combination skin, with Ethylhexyl Palmitate and Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate effectively dissolving makeup and impurities without causing dryness.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine to clear away dirt and oil. Start 3x/week and work up to daily use if your combination skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before cleansing and using the rest of your skin products. This ensures all makeup and impurities are fully washed away.
- Gently press a small amount of the makeup remover onto your face using a soft cotton pad. Avoid rubbing the skin too harshly to prevent irritation.
- Apply the makeup remover on dry skin to easily dissolve makeup and clear out blemishes. There is no need to dampen your face beforehand.
- Do a patch test before first use to ensure your skin reacts well. Avoid the delicate eye area while applying.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, users highly praise this cleansing oil for its effective "Zero Film" technology, noting it emulsifies and rinses completely without residue. It is frequently recommended for sensitive and acne-prone skin due to soothing ingredients like Mugwort and Centella Asiatica. A minority of users reported potential breakouts or found the herbal scent strong.
Highlights
Effective cleansing Mostly Mentioned
- “melts waterproof makeup”
- “removes blackheads”
- “dissolves sebaceous filaments”
No oily residue Mostly Mentioned
- “clean finish”
- “rinses off completely”
- “Zero Film claim holds true”
Lightweight texture Sometimes Noted
- “watery consistency”
- “easy to spread”
- “not thick or dragging”
Non-stripping Sometimes Noted
- “leaves skin soft”
- “hydrated feel”
- “barrier-friendly”
Soothing ingredients Sometimes Noted
- “calms redness”
- “contains Mugwort/Centella”
- “gentle on sensitive skin”
Strong scent Sometimes Noted
- “strong herbal scent”
- “smells like mugwort/flowers”
- “overpowering for some”
Mediocre results Rarely Noted
- “just alright”
- “didn't see miracles”
- “stopped using it”
Potential breakouts Rarely Noted
- “caused acne for some”
- “broke me out”
- “not for every skin trigger”
Texture disagreement Rarely Noted
- “some found it heavy”
- “felt greasy to a minority”
- “thick for oily skin”
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Questions and answers
How well does Orien Mugwort Cleansing Oil work for acne-prone skin?
Orien Mugwort Zero Film Cleansing Oil works moderately well for acne-prone skin by gently dissolving makeup without drying, while soothing extracts help calm the skin. However, because it does not directly target blemishes, a makeup remover for this skin type needs targeted soothing and nourishing ingredients that specifically address acne concerns.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for acne-prone skin?
Artemisia Capillaris Extract and Centella Asiatica Extract help calm the skin, while jojoba seed oil supports hydration without causing irritation. For acne-prone skin, a product of this type needs nourishing oils and extracts that provide soothing properties and relevant benefits for blemishes, while performing its cleansing function extremely well.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012
What does Mugwort Extract do for acne-prone skin?
Mugwort extract helps calm redness and ease irritation on acne-prone skin. It may also help soothe angry skin and reduce swelling because it has anti-inflammatory properties.
Mediators of Inflammation, 2016Molecular Medicine Reports, 2017
What does Centella Asiatica Extract do for acne-prone skin?
Centella asiatica extract helps calm angry skin, reduces redness, and supports healing for breakouts. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may improve overall skin clarity when used consistently.
Molecules, 2023Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine as the first step before your regular cleanser. Acne-prone skin typically does best with a cleansing oil that includes ingredients that actively target blemishes and breakouts.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your routine with retinol, applying it first to take off makeup before you cleanse and apply your treatment. This type of product works safely for acne-prone skin when it includes soothing ingredients and barrier-repairing components to help prevent irritation.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine to wash away makeup and impurities without making your skin dry. Acne-prone skin works best with products that directly target blemishes and treat breakouts using active ingredients.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cleansing oil is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for acne-prone skin because it has an excellent safety profile without harsh ingredients. However, because it only offers moderate soothing and cleansing without directly targeting blemishes, acne-prone skin often needs a cleanser with ingredients that specifically clear pores and control breakouts.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023Clay 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, 2012Topical 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, 2024Artemisia princeps-derived nanovesicles accelerate cell proliferation, decrease senescence-associated beta-galactosidase activity, inhibit MMP-1 activity more effectively than EGCG, and increase procollagen type I expression in human dermal cells and skin models.
Journal of Extracellular Biology, 2025Artemisia annua aqueous extract increased the itching threshold, inhibited TSLP expression, and promoted FLG mRNA expression in in vitro and in vivo models.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2024Artemisia Capillaris Thunb. extract protects human HaCaT keratinocytes from UVB-induced apoptosis and inflammation by suppressing the cGAS/STING signaling pathway.
Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2024Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020A 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, 2017Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Topical 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, 2025Nanolipidgel formulations with argan or jojoba oil and humectants demonstrate good sensory attributes, instrumental properties, and moisturizing efficacy for cosmetic application.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2014A 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, 2025Topical 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, 2014Incorporating 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
Ingredients
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Water, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Jojoba Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil
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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