REN Clean Skincare Evercalm Gentle Cleansing Gel for combination skin
Panthenol
Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids
Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Water Extract
Glycerin
Coco-GlucosideHigh
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for combination skin; a few cleansers fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 benefits for your oily shine and combination skin, as glycerin and panthenol provide hydration and soothing effects. Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide further supports skin balance by promoting a healthy microbiome.
- The gentle cleansing action from coco-glucoside and glycerin effectively removes impurities and excess oil without causing dryness.
- The formula is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this cleanser AM and PM as part of your daily routine. Start 3×/week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this cleanser as the very first step in your morning routine and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening.
- Gently massage a small amount of cleanser onto your skin using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
- For the best results , apply the cleanser directly onto slightly damp skin to help lift away excess oil.
- Avoid the immediate eye area and do a patch test before your first use to check for any sensitivity.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, this gel cleanser is highly regarded for its gentle, non-stripping, and soothing properties, making it ideal for sensitive and reactive skin types. Many users appreciate its refreshing spa-like scent and its effectiveness as a morning cleanse or second cleanse. Some users have noted issues with the new packaging, finding it messy and difficult to dispense. Additionally, it may not be sufficient for removing heavy makeup on its own.
Highlights
Gentle and non-stripping Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin soft”
- “doesn't dry out”
- “comfortable after use”
Soothing for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
- “calms redness”
- “no irritation”
Effective morning cleanse Sometimes Noted
- “refreshes skin”
- “removes light impurities”
- “good second cleanse”
Pleasant fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “spa-like scent”
- “lovely neroli smell”
- “refreshing aroma”
Packaging design Sometimes Noted
- “pump removed”
- “tube is messy”
- “hard to control amount”
Struggles with makeup Sometimes Noted
- “doesn't remove mascara”
- “needs double cleanse”
- “not for heavy makeup”
Texture and feel Rarely Noted
- “cooling gel”
- “glides easily”
- “lightweight consistency”
Low lather Rarely Noted
- “doesn't foam much”
- “requires work to lather”
- “feels slippery”
Price point Rarely Noted
- “expensive for amount”
- “pricey daily wash”
- “value for money concerns”
Scent preference Rarely Noted
- “smell is too strong”
- “dislike the orange/earthy scent”
Sources: lovi.care, marksandspencer.com, cultbeauty.co.uk, lookfantastic.com, influenster.com, skinsort.com, and more
Questions and answers
What makes REN Evercalm Gentle Cleansing Gel a great fit for combination skin?
This cleanser is a great fit because glycerin and panthenol hydrate the skin and calm irritation while coco-glucoside removes excess oil without making your face dry. It also supports your skin balance with gentle ingredients that are very unlikely to cause irritation.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for combination skin?
What does Panthenol do for combination skin?
Panthenol helps balance combination skin by boosting moisture while keeping redness and irritation calm. It is unlikely to cause breakouts and may help repair the skin barrier safely.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
What do Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids do for combination skin?
Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids help gently cleanse combination skin without stripping essential moisture or disrupting the skin barrier. Because it is a very mild cleanser ingredient, it effectively removes dirt and excess oil while leaving your skin feeling soft and comfortable.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2004International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 1984
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This cleanser goes as the first step in your morning routine and follows a makeup remover in your evening routine. Using a gentle cleanser helps remove impurities and excess oil while keeping your skin calm and hydrated.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser alongside retinol, applying it first to gently wash your face before putting on your retinol product. Using a gentle cleanser helps remove impurities without stripping moisture, making it less likely that your skin will become dry or irritated from the retinol routine.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this gentle cleanser twice a day as part of your morning and evening routine to effectively remove excess oil and impurities without causing dryness.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This cleanser is a great fit for your combination skin and is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or lead to purging. Its gentle cleansing action removes excess oil and impurities safely without harsh ingredients, while glycerin and panthenol keep your skin calm and hydrated.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
Yes, you can use this cleanser safely around the eyes and on your body because its gentle ingredients remove impurities without causing irritation or dryness. Panthenol helps hydrate and soothe these areas while supporting skin comfort.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum and linalool).
What the research says
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, 2002A 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, 2017A 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 dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.
Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000Hyaluronic acid, hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol, and isotonic saline nasal sprays all significantly improved dry nose symptoms over four weeks in 240 patients, with hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol providing superior nasal moisturisation compared to the other two.
Auris, Nasus, Larynx, 2020The 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, 2012Coco-glucoside powered emulgels containing probiotics and prebiotics demonstrated stability without phase separation and preserved probiotic viability for up to 11 days, supporting the skin's natural barrier.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2025
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Coco-Glucoside, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Panthenol, Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids, Inulin, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Water Extract, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Sodium Carboxymethyl Betaglucan, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Lactic Acid, Linalool
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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