CeraVe Comforting Eye Makeup Remover for combination skin
Ceramide Np
Ceramide Ap- Ceramide Eop
Sodium Hyaluronate
Cholesterol
Average
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for combination skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
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 benefits for your combination skin, as isohexadecane and sorbitol effectively dissolve makeup and provide hydration without stripping the skin. Sodium hyaluronate and ceramides further support your skin's moisture balance and barrier function, which is beneficial for managing oily shine.
- The gentle cleansing agents and humectants offer supportive care for combination skin, though stronger actives might be needed for more targeted treatment of oily shine.
- The formula is safe for your combination skin, containing no harsh ingredients that could cause irritation.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine to clear away excess oil.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser to effectively break down heavy makeup and dirt.
- Gently wipe the makeup remover across your face using a soft cotton pad, avoiding harsh rubbing.
- Use the makeup remover on completely dry skin to help dissolve surface oils and impurities best.
- Avoid direct contact with the eyes while using this makeup remover.
People Say
★4.3Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with sensitive skin and eyes find this product to be gentle and non-irritating, effectively removing waterproof makeup. A significant number of reviewers report that the bi-phase formula leaves a cloudy film and a greasy residue on the skin, causing temporary blurry vision.
Highlights
Gentle, non-irritating Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't burn my eyes”
- “great for sensitive skin”
- “no stinging or redness”
- “soothing on my eyelids”
Removes waterproof Often Mentioned
- “melts waterproof mascara”
- “takes off long-wear liner”
- “dissolves stubborn makeup”
- “no scrubbing needed”
Blurry vision Often Mentioned
- “leaves a white film”
- “vision was blurry for minutes”
- “cloudy eyes”
- “makes it hard to see”
Fragrance-free Sometimes Noted
- “no strong smell”
- “completely fragrance-free”
- “great for allergy sufferers”
- “no chemical scent”
Hydrating, non-drying Sometimes Noted
- “leaves skin soft”
- “moisturizing feel”
- “doesn't strip skin”
- “hydrating after-feel”
Greasy residue Sometimes Noted
- “very oily feel”
- “leaves a greasy film”
- “heavy residue”
- “need to wash face after”
Poor packaging Sometimes Noted
- “pours out too fast”
- “needs a dispenser”
- “messy bottle opening”
- “wastes product”
Ineffective removal Rarely Noted
- “just smears mascara”
- “raccoon eyes”
- “doesn't remove everything”
- “takes a lot of rubbing”
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Questions and answers
How well does CeraVe Comforting Eye Makeup Remover work for combination skin?
This makeup remover works reasonably well for combination skin by dissolving makeup and keeping your skin hydrated without stripping it, though other products fit this skin type better. A product of this type needs soothing and nourishing ingredients that hydrate both oily and dry areas without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this makeup remover a good fit for combination skin?
Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, and sodium hyaluronate make this makeup remover a good fit by supporting your skin's moisture balance and barrier function. Additionally, isohexadecane and sorbitol dissolve makeup and provide hydration without stripping your skin.
What do Ceramides do for combination skin?
Ceramides help balance combination skin by supporting the skin barrier in dry areas without feeling heavy on oily zones, keeping the skin smooth and comfortable. They play an essential role in maintaining the outer water barrier, and a moisturizer with ceramides and light hydrators works well for this skin type.
What does Ceramide AP do for combination skin?
Ceramide AP helps keep combination skin feeling soft and balanced by supporting the skin's natural moisture barrier and holding in hydration. This type of product works best when it contains lightweight hydrators and skin-softening ingredients that nourish dry areas without feeling heavy on oilier spots.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2025American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2003
Where does this makeup remover go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and also in the weekly routine as the first step. It is safe for your skin, though a product of this type for combination skin also needs stronger actives to better handle oily shine.
Can I use this makeup remover with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening before your cleanser when using retinol, as its gentle ingredients are unlikely to cause irritation. To help manage oily shine on combination skin while using retinol, this routine needs a targeted treatment step containing stronger actives.
How often should I use this makeup remover?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine to gently take off makeup without stripping your skin. A product of this type for combination skin needs ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid to support the moisture balance while managing oily shine.
Can this makeup remover clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This makeup remover is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for combination skin because its gentle cleansing agents and hydrating ingredients are safe and non-irritating. However, because it may leave a greasy residue, a product of this type for combination skin needs lightweight, non-greasy hydrators and balancing ingredients to keep oily areas clear.
Is this makeup remover fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
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, 2011Topical 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, 2022Treatment 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, 2019Botulinum toxin-A encapsulated in phosphatidylcholine/cholesterol nanoliposomes delivered transdermally achieved a diffusion depth of 380 μm and showed a nonsignificant advantage in relieving post-acne scarring compared to hyaluronic acid hydrogel treatment in 12 facial patients.
Journal of Materials Science. Materials in Medicine, 2024Topical application of cholesterol sulfate increases stratum corneum thickness and inhibits protease-induced cell dissociation by competitively inhibiting serine proteases in mice and human stratum corneum.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 1998Topical lovastatin treatment impairs the recovery of cutaneous permeability barrier function and stratum corneum cholesterol levels after acetone disruption in mice, an effect normalized by simultaneous treatment with mevalonate or cholesterol.
The Journal of Clinical Investigation, 1990
Why other pre-cleansers fit combination skin better
Topical application of tocopherol succinate ethosomal gel decreased erythema, melanin, and sebum levels while improving moisture content and skin elasticity in 34 human women.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Water, Isohexadecane, Sorbitol, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Steareth-2, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Carbomer, Triethyl Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholesterol, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylyl Glycol, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum, Benzoic Acid
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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