Clean It Zero Pore Clarifying Cleansing Balm for dry sensitive skin
Tri-Peel Acid
Shea Butter
Coconut Oil
Vitamin E
Average
- AverageDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
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 suitability for your dry skin as glycerin provides humectant action, though it lacks sufficient emollient ingredients like shea butter to fully address dryness.
- The presence of Tri-Peel Acid offers excellent makeup removal and pore cleansing benefits, which can be supportive for dry or flaky skin.
- The product is generally safe for your dry and sensitive skin, with a low risk of irritation from Tri-Peel Acid.
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
★4.7Overall rating based on 1.2k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this cleansing balm is highly effective at melting away waterproof makeup and clearing congested pores, leaving skin feeling cleansed and balanced without stripping moisture. While most users appreciate its texture and gentleness around the eyes, a moderate number find the medicinal scent off-putting, and a low number report experiencing breakouts or eye blurriness.
Highlights
Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “melts waterproof mascara”
- “dissolves stubborn makeup”
- “removes heavy foundation”
- “cleanses sunscreen”
- “effortless removal”
Non-stripping finish Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin soft”
- “feels hydrated”
- “no tight feeling”
- “balances oil production”
- “refreshing finish”
Pore clarifying Often Mentioned
- “clears congested pores”
- “reduces blackheads”
- “smooths skin texture”
- “minimizes pore appearance”
- “removes sebaceous filaments”
Gentle on eyes Sometimes Noted
- “doesn't sting eyes”
- “removes eye makeup gently”
- “no irritation”
- “safe for lashes”
- “non-burning”
Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “sherbet-like consistency”
- “melts into oil”
- “lightweight feel”
- “emulsifies easily”
- “glides smoothly”
Eye blurriness Sometimes Noted
- “causes foggy vision”
- “cloudy eyes”
- “film on eyes”
- “blurs vision temporarily”
- “oil in eyes”
Strong scent Sometimes Noted
- “medicinal tea tree smell”
- “chemical odor”
- “overpowering fragrance”
- “unpleasant scent”
- “smells like herbs”
Price vs. quantity Rarely Noted
- “expensive for size”
- “runs out quickly”
- “small jar”
- “pricey daily cleanser”
- “less product than expected”
Skin reactions Rarely Noted
- “caused breakouts”
- “tiny red bumps”
- “cystic acne”
- “clogged pores”
- “skin irritation”
Sources: lovi.care, iherb.com, ulta.com, sokoglam.com, hikoco.co.nz, skinsort.com, and more
Questions and answers
How well does Pore Clarifying Cleansing Balm work for dry sensitive skin?
Clean It Zero Pore Clarifying Cleansing Balm offers moderate suitability for dry sensitive skin because glycerin helps keep skin hydrated, but it lacks enough rich, softening ingredients to fully tackle dryness. Tri-Peel Acid helps remove makeup and clean pores well while carrying a low risk of irritation for sensitive skin. To truly fit dry sensitive skin, a makeup remover of this type needs a formulation rich in hydrating ingredients and soothing emollients like hyaluronic acid to provide deep moisture and keep the skin soft.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin helps draw moisture into dry skin, while Tri-Peel Acid gently clears pores without causing irritation. A product of this type needs rich emollient ingredients and multiple types of hyaluronic acid to provide deep hydration and nourishment for dry sensitive skin.
What does Tri-Peel Acid do for dry sensitive skin?
Tri-Peel Acid may be too harsh for dry, sensitive skin since it is a chemical peel, which can temporarily increase skin sensitivity to the sun and cause irritation. Products used on dry, sensitive skin need gentle exfoliating ingredients like polyhydroxy acids along with soothing and moisturizing agents to protect the skin barrier.
Experimental Dermatology, 2012Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
What does Shea Butter do for dry sensitive skin?
Shea butter protects dry sensitive skin and helps keep it soft and calm by strengthening the skin barrier. It is unlikely to irritate sensitive areas and works well to lock in moisture.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and also before your cleanser in your weekly routine. To work best for dry skin, a product of this type needs richer, softening ingredients like shea butter to fully lock in moisture.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before cleansing, though it may leave dry skin needing extra softening and smoothing afterwards. This product type works best for this skin when it includes rich, nourishing ingredients that fully comfort and protect dry areas.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This makeup remover works in your evening routine, and a product of this type for dry sensitive skin needs extra moisturizing ingredients and gentle oils to leave skin soft and smooth.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cleansing balm is unlikely to cause breakouts or clog pores on dry sensitive skin, though it may not provide enough rich moisture to fully comfort very dry areas. A cleanser for this skin needs plenty of soothing oils and butters alongside hydrating glycerin to keep the skin soft and smooth without feeling tight.
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 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, 2017A combination cream of stimu-tex AS and saccharide isomerate reduced erythema, increased skin capacitance, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects after fractional CO2 laser procedure without causing serious adverse events.
Lasers in Medical Science, 2025A skin barrier restoring cream with shea butter, silkflo, and vitamin E increased type I procollagen synthesis, enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity, decreased reactive oxygen species generation, and promoted hyaluronic acid production in H2O2-stimulated human keratinocyte cells compared to untreated cells.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025Overnight virgin coconut oil application provides a skin protective effect against damage and increased TEWL from frequent alcohol-based hand sanitizer usage in 60 volunteers, resulting in a 25% increase in perceived moisture content compared to the control group.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
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
Tri-Peel Acid, Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Peg-10 Isostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta, 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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