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Eucerin Hydrating Cleansing Gel for sensitive skin

Average

  • AverageNormal Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

Works for sensitive skin; other cleansers fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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 normal skin, as Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide hydration and support for redness and irritation. Coco-Betaine and Coco Glucoside offer moderate cleansing to remove impurities.
  • The formula is safe for your sensitive skin, with Glycerin and Glyceryl Glucoside acting as soothing agents and the absence of harsh ingredients.
  • While it provides general skincare benefits and hydration, it lacks sufficient emollient ingredients for optimal results on your normal skin.

How to apply

  • Use your cleanser in the AM and PM routines every day. Start using it daily since your sensitive skin needs gentle care.
  • Apply this first in your morning and evening skincare routine before toner and moisturizer. This clears away dirt without upsetting your skin.
  • Gently massage a small amount onto your face using soft circles. Avoid any rough rubbing to keep redness away.
  • Apply the cleanser on slightly damp skin to help it wash away impurities softly. Clean skin feels fresh and comfortable afterwards.
  • Avoid getting the cleanser in your eyes and do a quick patch test before first use. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviews

While the vast majority find it gentle and hydrating, a notable minority dislikes the natural scent of the ingredients and a few users experienced mild dryness.

Highlights

  • Non-stripping & hydrating Mostly Mentioned
    • “doesn't leave skin dry”
    • “skin feels soft”
    • “keeps me hydrated”
    • “no tight face feeling”
  • Gentle on sensitive skin Often Mentioned
    • “didn't break me out”
    • “great for sensitive skin”
    • “no irritation”
    • “soothing feel”
  • Effective makeup remover Sometimes Noted
    • “removes waterproof makeup”
    • “takes off mascara”
    • “cleanses effectively”
    • “removes dirt and oil”
  • Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
    • “foams up nicely”
    • “creamy gel consistency”
    • “glides on skin”
    • “luxurious feel”
  • Unpleasant scent Sometimes Noted
    • “weird smell”
    • “has a funk”
    • “smells like plastic”
    • “scent is off-putting”
  • Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “caused bumps”
    • “broke me out”
    • “clogged pores”
    • “acne flared up”
  • Not hydrating enough Rarely Noted
    • “still felt dry”
    • “dried me out”
    • “skin felt tight”
    • “need moisturizer after”
  • Residue feeling Rarely Noted
    • “doesn't feel squeaky clean”
    • “leaves a film”
    • “hard to rinse”
    • “feels slippery”

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Questions and answers

How well does Eucerin Hydrating Cleanser work for sensitive skin?

This cleanser works moderately well for sensitive skin, providing gentle hydration and safe cleansing without causing irritation. To truly thrive, sensitive skin needs a cleanser with soothing ingredients like amino acids and aloe, along with specialized softening agents.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012

Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for sensitive skin?

Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Glyceryl Glucoside make this cleanser a good fit for sensitive skin by providing gentle hydration and soothing agents. A cleanser for this skin type also needs soothing ingredients like amino acids or aloe and protective emollients to keep the skin calm and comfortable.

Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for sensitive skin?

Hyaluronic acid helps calm and hydrate sensitive skin while supporting the skin barrier to keep it soft and comfortable. Clinical studies show it improves surface moisture and reduces dryness, roughness, and redness without irritation.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2025Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2018

What does Glycerin do for sensitive skin?

Glycerin helps keep sensitive skin soft and deeply hydrated while supporting the skin barrier. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may protect against dryness and roughness.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Acta Dermato-venereologica, 1999

Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?

This cleanser goes as the first step in your morning routine and the second step in your evening routine after a makeup remover. Using a mild cleanser helps gently wash away impurities while maintaining a safe profile for sensitive skin. To achieve the best results on this skin type, a cleanser needs extra softening and smoothing ingredients to lock in moisture.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022

Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this cleanser with retinol, applying it before your retinol step to wash your face gently while minimizing irritation. To get the best results for sensitive skin, this type of cleanser needs extra smoothing and softening ingredients to keep your face comfortable.

How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this cleanser daily in your morning and evening routines. Using a mild cleanser helps keep skin clean while supporting hydration and soothing redness.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022

Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?

Eucerin Hydrating Cleansing Gel is unlikely to cause breakouts for sensitive skin, as complaints about clogged pores or breakouts are very low. The gentle formula cleanses without heavy oils, though a cleanser for this skin needs nourishing plant oils or rich butters to keep pores clear and skin smooth.

Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?

You can use this cleanser on your body, but it is best to avoid the thin skin around your eyes to prevent irritation. To work well on delicate areas, a cleanser of this type needs extra soothing and moisturizing ingredients.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002

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, 2017
  • Topical application of glyceryl glucoside significantly increased AQP3 mRNA levels and reduced transepidermal water loss compared with vehicle-controlled areas in volunteer subjects.

    Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2012
  • Topical oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions containing glyceryl glucoside, natural moisturizing factors, and ceramide significantly improved skin hydration and barrier function while reducing visible dryness and tactile roughness in subjects with very dry skin compared to untreated sites and vehicles.

    The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2012
  • 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, 2011
  • Topical 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, 2022
  • Treatment 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, 2019
  • The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
  • Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001
  • Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012
  • The cytotoxic effect of sodium lauryl sulphate on normal human keratinocytes was significantly decreased when combined with cocamidopropyl betaine, Tween 20, and Tween 80 at concentrations well below the critical micelle concentration.

    Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2003
  • Coco-glucoside powered emulgels containing probiotics and prebiotics demonstrated stability without phase separation and preserved probiotic viability for up to 11 days, supporting the skin's natural barrier.

    International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2025

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Coco-Betaine, Coco Glucoside, Glyceryl Glucoside, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trisodium Edta, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate

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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