# Isopropyl alcohol Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/isopropyl-alcohol The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Germany. Isopropyl alcohol does not produce any visible results for the skin according to these study findings. It suits most skin types best and comes in [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/serum). Keep it apart from [benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide), [vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-c), and [retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/retinol) when adding it to a routine. This page shows isopropyl alcohol products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app. ### Popular isopropyl alcohol products - [Mario Badescu Drying Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/mario-badescu/drying-lotion/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€20.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07RQ8MD6C?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Avène Cleanance Comedomed Anti-Blemish Concentrate](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/avene/cleanance-comedomed-anti-blemish-concentrate/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit — [€15.19 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0FGK543DF?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Menarini A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/oily-skin) — High fit ### Other isopropyl alcohol products - [Mario Badescu Drying Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/mario-badescu/drying-lotion/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€20.10 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07RQ8MD6C?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Avène Cleanance Comedomed Anti-Blemish Concentrate](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/avene/cleanance-comedomed-anti-blemish-concentrate/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit — [€15.19 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0FGK543DF?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Menarini A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/oily-skin) — High fit ## What reviewers say about popular isopropyl alcohol products The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular isopropyl alcohol product on Lovi. - Mario Badescu Drying Lotion Shrinks whiteheads overnight ★4.5 · 5.0k+ reviews Fast-acting results Ineffective on cystic acne “gone the next morning” [What people say about Drying Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/mario-badescu/drying-lotion/for/oily-skin) - Avène Cleanance Comedomed Anti-Blemish Concentrate Lightweight & fast-absorbing ★4.3 · 4.0k+ reviews Strong alcohol scent Controls oil “absorbs super fast” [What people say about Cleanance Comedomed Anti-Blemish Concentrate](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/avene/cleanance-comedomed-anti-blemish-concentrate/for/acne-prone-skin) - Menarini A-Ret Gel Highly effective results ★4.6 · 11.0k+ reviews Lightweight, non-clogging Very affordable “skin looks glass-like” [What people say about A-Ret Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/p/menarini/a-ret-gel/for/oily-skin) ## What to combine isopropyl alcohol with Ingredient Together How to use them [Benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying isopropyl alcohol first and [benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) later, because combining them causes severe dryness and irritation. [Isopropyl alcohol and benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-c) Keep apart Apply [vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-c) in the morning and the high alcohol product at night, because combining them causes excessive dryness and irritation. [Isopropyl alcohol and vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-c-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/retinol) Keep apart Use them on alternate nights because they clash. [Isopropyl alcohol and retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/retinol-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/niacinamide) Keep apart Apply [niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/niacinamide) first and wait until dry, then apply the alcohol product if needed, because heavy alcohol stops your skin from absorbing niacinamide. [Isopropyl alcohol and niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/niacinamide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides) Keep apart Apply the peptides in the morning and isopropyl alcohol at night, because strong solvents cancel out the anti-aging benefits. [Isopropyl alcohol and bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the [hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide) first, because alcohol damages the peptide. [Isopropyl alcohol and hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3) Keep apart Apply the peptide product first, wait ten minutes, and then use the alcohol product later, because harsh solvents can ruin anti-aging results. [Isopropyl alcohol and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) Keep apart Apply [hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) first and isopropyl alcohol at different times of day because alcohol dries out skin and ruins the hydration. [Isopropyl alcohol and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/collagen-peptide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the peptide first and alcohol later, because mixing them cancels out the benefits. [Isopropyl alcohol and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/collagen-peptide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/copper-peptide) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the alcohol first and the peptide later, because the alcohol ruins the peptide. [Isopropyl alcohol and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/copper-peptide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide-9) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the peptide first and the alcohol later, because the alcohol ruins the peptide. [Isopropyl alcohol and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide-9-and-isopropyl-alcohol) [Peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the peptide [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/serum) in the morning and the alcohol product at night. [Isopropyl alcohol and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/isopropyl-alcohol-and-peptide-rich-plasma) [Triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the peptide serum first and the alcohol product later, because they clash and ruin results. [Isopropyl alcohol and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/isopropyl-alcohol-and-triple-peptide-blend) [Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) Keep apart Apply isopropyl alcohol and [palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) at different times of day, using the alcohol in the morning and the peptide at night. [Isopropyl alcohol and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/isopropyl-alcohol-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) [Palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) Keep apart Use them at different times of day, applying the peptide first, because alcohol can ruin the peptide. [Isopropyl alcohol and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/isopropyl-alcohol-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) From the ingredient rules behind the "Works well with" and "Don't mix with" notes on every product in the Lovi app. ## Questions and answers ### What does isopropyl alcohol do for the skin? Isopropyl alcohol acts as a strong solvent in skincare products. ### How do you use isopropyl alcohol? You should keep isopropyl alcohol apart from active ingredients like [vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-c) by applying vitamin C in the morning and the alcohol product at night to avoid excessive dryness and irritation. ### Should you use isopropyl alcohol in the morning or at night? When using isopropyl alcohol, apply it at night if you are pairing it with vitamin C or [bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides), which should be used in the morning. For other routines, you can use the alcohol product as needed, keeping in mind that it may cause dryness. ### Can you use isopropyl alcohol every day? Yes, you can use isopropyl alcohol every day, but you must keep it apart from certain active ingredients by using them at different times of day to prevent severe dryness and irritation. ### Does isopropyl alcohol cause purging or irritation? Yes, isopropyl alcohol may cause severe dryness and irritation when combined with certain active ingredients. ### Which skin types is isopropyl alcohol best for? Isopropyl alcohol is not recommended as a best choice for any specific skin type because it is a strong solvent that can cause dryness and irritation. ### Can you use isopropyl alcohol with benzoyl peroxide? No, you should keep isopropyl alcohol and [benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) apart by using them at different times of day, applying isopropyl alcohol first and benzoyl peroxide later, because combining them causes severe dryness and irritation. ## Combining isopropyl alcohol - Keep them apart: [Retinol and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/retinol-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Hyaluronic acid and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Bio-placenta peptides and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Collagen peptide and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/collagen-peptide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Copper peptide and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/copper-peptide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Hexapeptide and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Hexapeptide-9 and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide-9-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Isopropyl alcohol and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/isopropyl-alcohol-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) - Keep them apart: [Isopropyl alcohol and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/isopropyl-alcohol-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) - Keep them apart: [Isopropyl alcohol and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/isopropyl-alcohol-and-peptide-rich-plasma) - Keep them apart: [Isopropyl alcohol and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/isopropyl-alcohol-and-triple-peptide-blend) - Keep them apart: [Niacinamide and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/niacinamide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Vitamin C and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-c-and-isopropyl-alcohol) - Keep them apart: [Benzoyl peroxide and isopropyl alcohol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-isopropyl-alcohol) ## Brands with isopropyl alcohol - Skincare: [Menarini](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/brands/menarini) - French skincare: [Avène](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/brands/avene) - American skincare: [Mario Badescu](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/brands/mario-badescu) ## Related ingredients - [Benzoyl peroxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide) - [Vitamin C](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/vitamin-c) - [Retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/retinol) - [Niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/niacinamide) - [Bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides) - [Hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide) - [Acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3) - [Hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) - [Collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/collagen-peptide) - [Copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/copper-peptide) - [Hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/hexapeptide-9) - [Peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma) - [Triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend) - [Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) - [Palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) ## About the Lovi Fit Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes. 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