Formula 10.0.6 So Totally Clean Deep Pore Cleanser for mature skin
Salicylic Acid
Alcohol Denat
Lactic Acid
Allantoin
Sodium Pca
Caution
- AverageNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- RiskySafety
A poor match for mature skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. 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 exfoliation for wrinkles and fine lines due to the presence of lactic acid, which provides mild resurfacing benefits for your normal skin.
- While alcohol denat aids in pore decongestion, the formula lacks sufficient humectant ingredients like sodium PCA to fully address your hydration needs.
How to apply
- Use your cleanser as part of both your AM and PM routine. Start using it daily since your skin is normal and not sensitive.
- Apply this first in your routine before using your toner, moisturizer, and SPF.
- Gently massage the cleanser onto your face using circular motions, then rinse well with water. Avoid rubbing your skin too hard.
- Apply the cleanser directly onto slightly damp skin for the best fresh feeling. Make sure your face is clean of heavy makeup first.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area while washing. Do a quick patch test before your very first use to be safe.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, users with oily and acne-prone skin find this cleanser effective for removing oil, dirt, and makeup, leading to clearer skin and fewer breakouts. However, users with sensitive or dry skin should be aware that the high alcohol content may cause dryness and irritation.
Highlights
Effective acne control Mostly Mentioned
- “Helped so much with acne”
- “stops breakouts before they happen”
- “clears up as soon as I start using it”
Affordable price Often Mentioned
- “Very affordable”
- “wonderful deal”
- “better than most expensive brands”
Deep pore cleansing Often Mentioned
- “Gets so much more dirt off”
- “dissolve the oil”
- “pores look smaller”
Drying and tight Often Mentioned
- “Leaves skin dry and tight”
- “it is drying”
- “makes the skin feel taut”
Refreshing sensation Sometimes Noted
- “Feels so cooling”
- “makes your skin feel refreshed”
- “zingy citrusy scents”
Irritating for sensitive Sometimes Noted
- “Not for sensitive skin”
- “can sting a little”
- “can have negative effects on sensitive skin”
Strong alcohol scent Sometimes Noted
- “Overwhelming alcohol smell”
- “alcohol made my eyes water”
- “strong chemical smell”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Formula 10.0.6 So Totally Clean Deep Pore Cleanser for mature skin?
This cleanser may leave mature skin too dry because it lacks enough hydrating ingredients like sodium PCA to balance out the alcohol denat. A cleanser for this skin needs a well-balanced mix of soothing and hydrating ingredients that cleanse effectively without stripping away moisture.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for mature skin?
Alcohol denat makes this cleanser a poor fit because it can dry out mature skin, while lacking enough hydrating ingredients like sodium PCA to keep it soft and comfortable. Mature skin needs a cleanser that provides gentle cleansing, high-quality hydrating ingredients, soothing and repairing components, and no allergens to prevent irritation and dryness.
What does Salicylic Acid do for mature skin?
Salicylic acid helps smooth and firm mature skin by boosting collagen and elasticity while reducing roughness and wrinkles. It is unlikely to cause irritation when used correctly, but this skin type also needs extra hydrating ingredients to stay soft and plump.
What does Alcohol Denat do for mature skin?
Alcohol Denat is unlikely to harm mature skin, and when used in a moisturizer, it helps other ingredients sink in while keeping the skin feeling comfortable. Regular topical application has a low irritation potential and maintains hydration levels well.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This cleanser goes into both your morning and evening routine. Because this formula lacks enough hydrating ingredients to keep mature skin comfortable, a routine for this skin needs a gentle cleanser and a rich moisturizer to keep skin soft and smooth.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
This cleanser is a poor match for mature skin because it contains drying alcohol and lacks enough hydrating ingredients to support skin that easily loses moisture. To keep mature skin soft and smooth when using retinol, a cleanser of this type needs added hydrating ingredients and barrier-protecting components.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser is a poor match for mature skin, so you should use a very gentle cleanser paired with rich hydrating ingredients like sodium PCA and extra moisturizers to keep dry skin soft and smooth.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores since it contains salicylic acid and alcohol denat, which help clear out pores. However, it may leave mature skin feeling dry and tight because it lacks enough hydrating ingredients to prevent moisture loss.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is not recommended for the thin skin around the eyes because it contains alcohol denat and acids that may cause irritation and dryness. A product for this delicate area needs gentle, deeply hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and soothing botanical extracts to keep skin soft and smooth.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It contains fragrance (parfum, benzyl alcohol, citral, coumarin, eugenol, geraniol, isoeugenol, limonene, and linalool) and drying alcohol (alcohol denat).
What the research says
Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020Topical 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, 2016A 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, 2020An 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, 2018A novel natural carrier-free assembled gel composed of sodium pyrrolidone carboxylate and baicalin alleviates UVB-induced skin photodamage by scavenging reactive oxygen species, protecting mitochondria, restoring oxidative homeostasis, inhibiting inflammatory responses, and regulating collagen-related proteins.
Biomaterials Advances, 2026
Ingredients
Alcohol Denat, Water, Sodium Pca, Lactic Acid, Parfum, Allantoin, Sodium Carbonate, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Citral, Coumarin, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Isoeugenol, Limonene, Linalool, Fd, C Red 4 Ci 14700, C Yellow 5 Ci 19140, C Yellow 6 Ci 15985
Behind this fit score
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