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ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Gel for oily acne-prone skin

ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Gel

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  • HighOily Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
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One of the best cleansers for oily acne-prone skin.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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

  • Excellent for your oily skin, this cleanser effectively removes impurities with coco-betaine and disodium cocoamphodiacetate, while glycerin and panthenol provide essential hydration without adding excess oil.
  • The formula is highly compatible with your skin type, and ingredients like Allantoin, Panthenol, and Beta-Glucan offer soothing benefits that support overall skin health.
  • This product is safe for your skin, with no risk of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of beneficial soothing components.

How to apply

  • Use this cleanser as part of your AM and PM routine. Start using it daily to help clear your breakouts.
  • Apply this cleanser as the first step in the morning and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening. Follow it with your toner and moisturizer.
  • Gently massage a small amount of the cleanser onto your face using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry.
  • Apply the cleanser on slightly damp skin to help clean deeply and remove excess oil. This works best for oily skin types.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.8Overall rating based on 200+ reviews

Users consistently praise this low-pH gel cleanser for its gentle, non-stripping formula that effectively cleanses without disrupting the moisture barrier, making it ideal for sensitive, dry, and combination skin. While many appreciate its hydrating finish and soft foam, a minority find it too mild for heavy makeup removal or describe it as a "basic" cleanser with a faint, earthy scent.

Highlights

  • Gentle & non-stripping Mostly Mentioned
    • “Doesn't strip my skin at all”
    • “leaves face feeling soft”
    • “no tight feeling after wash”
    • “super gentle”
  • Good for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
    • “Didn't break me out”
    • “perfect for sensitive skin”
    • “soothing and non-irritating”
    • “calms redness”
  • Hydrating formula Often Mentioned
    • “Leaves skin feeling hydrated”
    • “moisturizing finish”
    • “great for dry skin”
    • “skin feels plump”
  • Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
    • “Lathers beautifully”
    • “lightweight gel”
    • “glides smoothly”
    • “soft foam”
  • Unscented Sometimes Noted
    • “No scent”
    • “great for fragrance sensitivity”
    • “clean composition”
    • “unscented”
  • Weak on makeup Sometimes Noted
    • “Doesn't remove waterproof mascara”
    • “need to double cleanse”
    • “too mild for heavy makeup”
    • “just okay for deep cleaning”
  • Basic cleanser Rarely Noted
    • “Does the job but nothing special”
    • “just a basic cleanser”
    • “average performance”
    • “would not repurchase”
  • Faint scent Rarely Noted
    • “Smells like plastic”
    • “slight earthy scent”
    • “faint chemical smell”
    • “weird herbal smell”
  • Mild dryness Rarely Noted
    • “Made my face a bit red”
    • “slightly drying for me”
    • “felt a bit tight”

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Questions and answers

What makes ROUND LAB Dokdo Cleansing Gel one of the best fits for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser is a superior fit because coco-betaine and disodium cocoamphodiacetate effectively remove impurities while glycerin and panthenol provide essential hydration without adding excess oil. Additionally, ingredients like allantoin, panthenol, and beta-glucan offer soothing benefits that support skin health without any risk of irritation.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?

Coco-betaine and disodium cocoamphodiacetate remove impurities while glycerin and panthenol keep oily skin hydrated without extra oil. Allantoin and beta-glucan help calm the skin and support overall skin health.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily acne-prone skin?

Hyaluronic acid helps calm oily acne-prone skin by reducing sebum production and lipid synthesis in sebaceous glands. It also supports skin barrier function and improves hydration while helping deliver treatments without causing irritation.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

What does Glycerin do for oily acne-prone skin?

Glycerin helps keep oily acne-prone skin hydrated without feeling heavy. It draws moisture into the skin while supporting the skin barrier so it stays soft and balanced.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser is used in both your morning and evening skincare routines. It effectively washes away impurities while providing essential hydration and soothing benefits without adding excess oil.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this cleanser in your routine alongside retinol, applying it first to clean your skin before your retinol treatment. Using gentle cleansers that support skin hydration helps keep oily acne-prone skin comfortable and reduces the irritation often linked to strong treatments.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this cleanser twice a day in your morning and evening routines. It gently removes impurities while keeping your skin calm and hydrated without adding excess oil.

Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser is safe for your oily acne-prone skin and is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or lead to purging. Its gentle cleansers remove impurities while glycerin and panthenol provide hydration without adding excess oil, and soothing ingredients like allantoin and beta-glucan help calm the skin with no risk of harsh irritation.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?

This cleanser is safe to use on your body, but it is best to avoid the very thin skin directly around your eyes. Its gentle cleansing agents wash away dirt without harshness, while glycerin and panthenol help keep skin hydrated and calm.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

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, 2002
  • 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, 2017
  • A 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, 2017
  • Skin care regimens containing beta-glucan improved hemoglobin index, skin hydration, and transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in 20 patients undergoing fractional laser therapy.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
  • Soaps containing betaine caused the least skin irritation compared to other tested soaps in twenty-eight healthy subjects, though irritation did not decrease with increasing concentrations of betaine.

    Skin Research and Technology, 2003
  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022
  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019
  • The 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, 2020
  • Ten 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, 2001
  • Niacinamide/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
  • An upcycled Laminaria hyperborea extract targeted microbiota-derived porphyrins, reducing skin surface porphyrins, pigmentation, and wrinkles, while increasing collagen and elastin production compared to placebo.

    Marine Drugs, 2026
  • A novel anti-aging serum containing acetyl hexapeptide-8, dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, gluconolactone, niacinamide, and laminaria extract significantly increased anti-aging biomarkers and improved static and dynamic wrinkles as well as skin quality in clinical studies.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026
  • Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016
  • A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
  • An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.

    Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018
  • The cytotoxic effect of sodium lauryl sulphate on normal human keratinocytes was significantly decreased when combined with cocamidopropyl betaine, Tween 20, and Tween 80 at concentrations well below the critical micelle concentration.

    Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2003

Ingredients

Water, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Acrylate Copolymer, Decyl Glucoside, Kelp Extract, Nasturtium Leaf Extract, Seawater, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Betaine, Allantoin, Tromethamine, Panthenol, Hexylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Beta-Glucan, Potassium Benzoate, Fructooligosaccharide, 2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Disodium Edta

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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