Uriage Cleansing Oil for combination skin
Glycerin
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
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- LowCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A weak match for combination skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.
- International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
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 cleansing for your combination skin with ingredients like Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside and Coco-Glucoside, but the inclusion of Glycerin provides general hydration that is largely irrelevant and may worsen oily shine.
- Sodium Laureth Sulfate, while effective for cleansing, can strip natural oils, potentially exacerbating dryness in certain areas of your combination skin.
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
★4.7Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviewsIt is frequently praised as a versatile staple that soothes itchiness and leaves the skin barrier feeling replenished and soft, suitable for both face and body.
Highlights
Gentle & non-stripping Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't strip skin”
- “no tight feeling”
- “soothes irritation”
Hydrating/moisturizing Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin soft”
- “very hydrating”
- “moisturizes well”
- “skin feels comfortable”
Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “lathers well”
- “rinses easily”
- “nice oil-to-foam”
- “silky texture”
Versatile (face & body) Sometimes Noted
- “great for face and body”
- “safe for baby”
- “use it in shower”
- “good for whole family”
Makeup removal Sometimes Noted
- “struggles with mascara”
- “doesn't remove waterproof makeup”
- “stings eyes”
- “need double cleanse”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “pump arrived broken”
- “leaks in bottle”
- “hard to pump”
- “defective dispenser”
Scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like plastic”
- “weird scent”
- “off-putting smell”
- “not pleasant”
Texture confusion Rarely Noted
- “more gel than oil”
- “thick consistency”
- “not a true oil”
- “hard to spread”
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Questions and answers
Why is Uriage Cleansing Oil a weak match for combination skin?
This cleanser is a weak match because its glycerin can worsen oily shine, while sodium laureth sulfate may strip natural oils and dry out certain areas. Combination skin needs a cleanser that is extremely safe with no irritation risk, balances oil production, maintains hydration, and uses high-quality ingredients to address both oily and dry areas effectively.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for combination skin?
Glycerin and sodium laureth sulfate make this cleanser a weak match for combination skin because the extra moisture may worsen oily shine while the strong cleansing action can strip natural oils and dry out certain areas. A cleanser for combination skin needs to safely balance oil production, maintain hydration, and soothe without causing irritation or over-drying.
What does Glycerin do for combination skin?
Glycerin helps keep combination skin soft and smooth by pulling moisture in and keeping it there. It improves hydration and supports your skin barrier, which is unlikely to cause irritation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Sodium Laureth Sulfate do for combination skin?
Sodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing ingredient that may leave combination skin feeling dry and can disrupt skin moisture if not balanced properly. A product of this type needs milder cleansing agents, moisturizing ingredients, and a balanced pH to keep the skin barrier calm and hydrated.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026Food and Chemical Toxicology, 2001
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This cleanser goes in your morning and evening routine as the main cleansing step before toners and moisturizers. Because it is a weak match that may strip dry zones while worsening oily shine, combination skin needs a gentle cleanser that balances hydration without harsh sulfates or heavy hydrators.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser in your routine, but a wash of this type is a weak match because it may dry out some areas while making oily zones shinier. For your combination skin, look instead for gentle cleansers that balance oil and hydration without stripping natural moisture.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser is a weak match for your combination skin because its ingredients may worsen oily shine and strip natural oils in dry areas. Combination skin needs gentle cleansers that balance oil without stripping moisture, using ingredients like gentle plant-based cleansers and balancing agents instead of harsh detergents.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to directly clog pores or cause breakouts, but its formula may worsen oily shine in some areas while drying out others. Combination skin needs a balanced cleanser that gently cleans without stripping dry patches or adding heavy hydration that triggers excess oil.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser may be too harsh for the thin skin around your eyes and dry areas of your body because harsh cleansers can strip natural oils and increase moisture loss. A cleanser for this skin needs gentle cleansers and lightweight hydration.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
What the research says
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, 2017Treatment with sodium lauryl ether sulfate emulsion increased transepidermal water loss and skin surface pH while reducing stratum corneum hydration and natural moisturizing factor content compared to diacyl phospholipid emulsions and controls, irrespective of UVA irradiation, in eight healthy volunteers.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026The 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, 2012Sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) treatment decreases lipid membrane chain conformational order and stiffness leading to increased water sorption and diffusivity, whereas sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) treatment increases lipid membrane conformational order and stiffness with increased water sorption capacity driven by its hygroscopic nature.
Langmuir, 2014
Why other cleansers fit combination skin better
- Sodium laureth sulfate in this cleanser
Treatment with sodium lauryl ether sulfate emulsion increased transepidermal water loss and skin surface pH while reducing stratum corneum hydration and natural moisturizing factor content compared to diacyl phospholipid emulsions and controls, irrespective of UVA irradiation, in eight healthy volunteers.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026
Ingredients
Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Parfum, Laureth-2, Peg Ppg-120 10 Trimethylolpropane Trioleate, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium Acetate
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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