Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil for oily skin
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Amino Acids
Omega 3
Micellar Technology
Average
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 suitability for your oily skin as ethylhexyl palmitate and brassica campestris seed oil aid in dissolving makeup and impurities, though they do not specifically target oily shine. Helianthus annuus seed oil provides emollient action, which is beneficial for maintaining skin hydration.
- The formula includes stearyl glycyrrhetinate, which offers soothing benefits, and laminaria ochroleuca extract, known for its antioxidant properties, contributing to overall skin health.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3×/week and increase to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser and toner. It prepares your skin by melting away excess oil and makeup.
- Gently press a small amount onto your dry skin using your fingertips. Massage softly and avoid harsh rubbing to protect your pores.
- Apply this product on dry skin to effectively break down heavy makeup and surface oil. Massage it gently before washing it off with water.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin feels comfortable.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 800+ reviewsThis cleansing oil is highly effective at gently dissolving waterproof makeup and SPF, leaving sensitive skin feeling soft and nourished. While most users find it suitable for reactive skin, a notable number of those with oily or combination skin report a lingering residue that requires a second cleanse, and some experience temporary blurry vision after use.
Highlights
Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “melts every bit of make up and SPF off”
- “waterproof mascara disappeared easily”
- “removes persistent makeup especially waterproof”
Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't cause any irritation”
- “soothing and nourishing the skin”
- “respects my skin's natural pH”
Hydrating feel Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin feeling hydrated”
- “skin is left clean, soothed, and nourished”
- “never dries out my skin”
Oily residue Often Mentioned
- “requires a thorough follow-up”
- “feels slippery and that greasy feeling won't go away”
- “left a film on my skin”
Good emulsification Sometimes Noted
- “emulsifies well and washes off”
- “oil to milk texture”
- “rinses clean away”
Blurry vision Sometimes Noted
- “coat the eyes with a milky film”
- “made my vision a bit blurry”
- “cloudy effect in eyes”
Thick texture Rarely Noted
- “a little on the thick side”
- “dragged on my skin”
- “heavier texture”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “scent a little off putting”
- “smells like cooking oil”
- “natural oil scent”
Sources: lovi.care, dermstore.com, target.com, bioderma.com, beautycrew.com.au, ulta.com, and more
Questions and answers
How well does Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil work for oily skin?
This cleansing oil works moderately well for oily skin by dissolving makeup and impurities, though it does not target oily shine. It is unlikely to cause irritation due to its soothing ingredients, but an oily skin type needs lightweight or oil-controlling ingredients to manage shine and prevent clogged pores.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily skin?
Amino acids and micellar technology make this cleanser a good fit for oily skin by helping to dissolve makeup and impurities effectively. To suit oily skin even better, a makeup remover of this type needs lightweight ingredients that help control shine without heavy oils.
What does Ethylhexyl Palmitate do for oily skin?
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is an isopropyl ester, which is a known pore-clogging ingredient that is likely to cause breakouts on oily skin. Oily skin needs non-clogging, lightweight ingredients like precipitated sulfur or carmine to keep pores clear and calm.
What does Canola Oil do for oily skin?
Canola oil is too heavy for oily skin because it tends to trap moisture and oils in the top layers of the skin, which may lead to clogged pores and breakouts. Oily skin needs lightweight ingredients that hydrate without feeling heavy or greasy, such as hyaluronic acid and oil-free lotions.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and also in your weekly routine. Oily skin needs a cleanser that helps balance shine and clears pores.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before your cleanser and retinol. Oily skin needs a makeup remover that also helps clear away excess oil and shine.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening as the first step of your routine to take off makeup, or weekly when you do a deeper routine. It is very gentle on your oily skin and is unlikely to cause irritation, though a product for this skin type needs ingredients that specifically target oily shine.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to cause irritation or breakouts on oily skin due to its soothing ingredients, though a cleanser for this skin type ideally needs lightweight oils or ingredients that specifically help control oily shine.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A single application of a sterol-enriched fraction from canola oil significantly reduced visible signs of irritation and transepidermal water loss compared to water in SLS-irritated skin of 21 healthy subjects.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 1996Polymeric micelles of oleanolic acid applied around the eyes of 23 female subjects for 8 weeks significantly improved all five optical profilometry skin parameters and visual evaluation scores without causing skin irritation.
Nanoscale Research Letters, 2020The overall unpleasant sensations score improved by 47.7%, 57.9%, and 62.7% at D2, D14, and D28 respectively compared to baseline in 400 individuals using a micellar solution.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2021Optimized vinpocetine-loaded TPGS-ALA micelles enhanced transdermal skin penetration compared with raw vinpocetine transdermal film formulation.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2019Cationic Glab-containing polymeric micelles derived from PMCP increased skin absorption by approximately fourfold and significantly increased the inhibition of melanogenesis compared with conventional oil-in-water micelles using a human skin model, without releasing IL-1alpha.
PloS One, 2016
Ingredients
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Water, Sodium Pca, Propanediol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
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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