DHC skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

DHC is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1980 and owned by ORIX Corporation since 2023.

DHC is beloved for its effective makeup removers and nourishing formulas. Its products suit dry, normal, combination, and oily skin best. For particular concerns, the standout products are the Pore Cleansing Oil for acne-prone skin and the Deep Cleansing Oil for skin with dark spots. The brand continues to offer reliable daily care for a balanced complexion.

This page covers some of the most popular DHC products; for the whole DHC range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

DHC makeup removers and cleansing oils

Questions and answers

Is DHC worth it?

Yes, DHC is worth it because Lovi rates the DHC-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Additionally, the DHC products on this page are entirely free of fragrance.

What are DHC's best products?

DHC's best products are the Pore Cleansing Oil, which Lovi rates High for all skin types, and the Deep Cleansing Oil, which Lovi rates High for dry skin and dry sensitive skin.

Does DHC cause breakouts?

DHC is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the DHC products on this page help keep pores clear and Lovi rates DHC acne-prone skin routines as Superior.

Is DHC fragrance-free?

Yes, every DHC product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the key ingredients in DHC products?

DHC products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. Key ingredients include glycerin, tocopherol, and various plant extracts that help hydrate and calm the skin.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

How do I build a DHC skincare routine?

To build a DHC skincare routine, start by removing makeup with either Deep Cleansing Oil or Pore Cleansing Oil. Lovi rates the DHC-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Where can I buy DHC, and how much does it cost?

DHC products are available at stores in Germany, with prices on this page ranging from €42.76 to €51.49.

What are good alternatives to DHC?

Good alternatives to DHC with pages on Lovi include Biore, Hada Labo, Shiseido, SK-II, Shiseido Senka, and Pair. Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High for dry, oily, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, and Superior for combination skin.

DHC vs Biore: which is better?

DHC routines are a better fit, as Lovi rates the DHC-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, compared to the Biore-focused routine which is rated High for most of those skin types.

Who owns DHC, and where is it from?

DHC is a Japanese brand founded in 1980, owned by ORIX Corporation since 2023.

dhc-corporate.co.jp en.wikipedia.org

Is DHC cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list DHC as cruelty-free.

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Research behind DHC's key ingredients

Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial
Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study
Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Efficacy and Tolerability of Topical Nicotinamide Plus Antibacterial Adhesive Agents and Zinc-Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid Versus Placebo as an Adjuvant Treatment for Moderate Acne Vulgaris in Indonesia: A Multicenter, Double-blind, Randomized, Controlled Trial
Zinc pca · The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020
Formulation strategies to modulate the topical delivery of anti-inflammatory compounds
Stearyl glycyrrhetinate · Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013
Clinical Development and Evaluation of a Multi-Component Dissolving Microneedle Patch for Skin Pigmentation Disorders
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid · Polymers, 2023

2 more studies

Effect of an Emollient Emulsion Containing 15.0% of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride on the Urocanic Acid of the Stratum Corneum
Caprylic capric triglyceride · Life, 2023
Efficacy of a Topical Formulation on Skin Hydration and Barrier Function in Individuals With Xerosis: A 28-Day Randomized, Split-Leg, Untreated-Controlled Trial
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

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Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its 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.

Nadia Kapleva, MS

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
Alexey Shagraev, PhD

Co-founder, CEO and CTO

PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

Medical Board

Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
Aishani Shah, MD

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist