Biore Makeup Remover Perfect Oil for dry sensitive skin
Mineral Oil
Peg-12 Laurate
Isododecane
Decyl Glucoside
Glyceryl Oleate
Average
- HighDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for dry sensitive skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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 makeup removal for your dry and sensitive skin, as mineral oil and isododecane effectively dissolve makeup while isostearyl glyceryl ether provides emollient action and barrier repair.
- While it offers general cleansing benefits, it lacks specialized ingredients to effectively address your dry or flaky skin concerns.
- The product is safe for your skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing tocopherol.
How to apply
- Use your makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3×/week daily use if your dry skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser, toner, and moisturizer. It prepares your face for a thorough double-cleansing routine.
- Gently press a small amount onto your skin using a soft cotton pad. Avoid rubbing to protect your sensitive and flaky skin.
- Apply the makeup remover on completely dry skin to ensure better tolerance and comfort. This prevents any extra irritation for reactive skin types.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a patch test before your very first use to prevent irritation.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 400+ reviewsThis oil cleanser is highly regarded for its exceptional ability to remove waterproof makeup without leaving a greasy residue, making it a popular choice for daily cleansing. A significant number of users report that it effectively dissolves stubborn makeup. However, some users, particularly those with sensitive eyes, have experienced stinging, and a smaller group with acne-prone skin noted potential breakouts. The cleanser has a pleasant scent and rinses cleanly, leaving skin feeling soft.
Highlights
Clean rinse Often Mentioned
- “No greasy film, leaves skin fresh, rinses easily.”
Effective makeup removal Often Mentioned
- “Removes waterproof mascara, eyeliner, foundation.”
Non-stripping Sometimes Noted
- “Leaves skin soft, doesn't dry out face.”
Pleasant scent Sometimes Noted
- “Fruity fragrance, smells like apple/grape, refreshing.”
Wet/dry use Sometimes Noted
- “Works in shower, effective on wet hands/face.”
Eye irritation Sometimes Noted
- “Stings eyes, causes blurry vision, burns if enters eyes.”
Acne triggers Rarely Noted
- “Caused breakouts, closed comedones, cystic acne.”
Drying effect Rarely Noted
- “Can feel drying, skin feels tight after use.”
Incomplete removal Rarely Noted
- “Struggles with lip tints, requires extra rubbing.”
Runny texture Rarely Noted
- “Too liquidy, thin consistency, messy application.”
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Questions and answers
How well does Biore Perfect Oil work for dry sensitive skin?
Biore Perfect Oil works moderately well for dry sensitive skin because mineral oil and isododecane dissolve makeup while tocopherol provides soothing safety, though it lacks specialized ingredients for flakiness. A makeup remover for this skin needs multiple types of hyaluronic acid or rich emollient oils for deep hydration and optimal moisture retention.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Mineral oil and isododecane dissolve makeup, while isostearyl glyceryl ether helps repair the skin barrier and tocopherol soothes the skin. However, since this product is only an average fit for dry and sensitive skin, a better option needs hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and nourishing oils to keep dry skin soft and plump.
What does Mineral Oil do for dry sensitive skin?
Mineral oil helps keep dry sensitive skin soft and calm by locking in moisture and protecting the outer barrier. Regular use may reduce dryness and improve skin comfort, though products for this skin type typically need extra soothing and hydrating ingredients to fully calm irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012International Journal of Dermatology, 2014
What does PEG-12 Laurate do for dry sensitive skin?
PEG-12 Laurate helps cleanse dry sensitive skin gently while leaving it feeling soft and smooth. Because it is a mild cleansing agent, it is unlikely to strip away natural moisture or leave your face feeling tight.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser. A product of this type for dry sensitive skin needs extra nourishing and hydrating ingredients to better soothe and comfort dry or flaky areas.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before your cleanser, but dry and sensitive skin needs a product with soothing oils and barrier-repairing ceramides to stay calm and smooth when using retinol.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening whenever you wear makeup, as part of your nighttime routine. While it safely dissolves makeup and feels gentle, this skin type needs extra hydrating ingredients and barrier-repairing oils to truly thrive.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cleanser has a low likelihood of causing breakouts for your dry sensitive skin. Mineral oil and other ingredients in this type of product need to be balanced with non-clogging, soothing, and hydrating ingredients to keep dry skin calm and clear.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (alcohol).
What the research says
A topical serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract improved skin color, elasticity, radiance, smoothness, scaliness, and wrinkles compared to the untreated contralateral side in fifty female volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Repeated application of concentrated water-in-oil emulsions over four weeks caused no skin irritation, positively affected skin properties, and delivered almost 50% of the applied fluorescein sodium, with isopropyl myristate showing superior penetration performance compared to liquid paraffin in healthy volunteers.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2019Liquid crystalline systems based on glyceryl monooleate and penetration enhancers significantly reduced inflammation in an aerosil-induced rat paw edema model compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2018
Why other pre-cleansers fit dry sensitive skin better
Camellia japonica oil activated the human COL1A2 promoter, induced type I procollagen synthesis, inhibited matrix metalloproteinase-1 activity, and reduced trans-epidermal water loss without inducing adverse reactions in human skin.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2007Topical formulation containing beeswax-based nanoparticles decreased transepidermal water loss and increased stratum corneum water content after 28 days of treatment.
AAPS PharmSciTech, 2017
Ingredients
Mineral Oil, Peg-12 Laurate, Isododecane, Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Decyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 85, Glyceryl Oleate, Isostearic Acid, Isostearyl Glyceryl Ether, Isostearyl Glyceryl Pentaerythrityl Ether, Myristyl Alcohol, Alcohol, Citric Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Bht, Tocopherol
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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