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innisfree Green Tea Amino Acid Cleansing Foam for oily acne-prone skin

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innisfree Green Tea Amino Acid Cleansing Foam

Average

  • AverageOily Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for oily acne-prone skin; other cleansers fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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 cleansing for your oily skin, as myristic and lauric acids effectively clear pores, while glycerin and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract provide hydration and antioxidant benefits without targeting acne directly.
  • The formula is moderately suitable for oily skin, with Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract offering antioxidant support, though it lacks specialized ingredients for optimal oil control.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.

How to apply

  • Use this cleanser as part of your AM and PM routine. Start using it daily to help clear your breakouts.
  • Apply this cleanser as the first step in the morning and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening. Follow it with your toner and moisturizer.
  • Gently massage a small amount of the cleanser onto your face using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry.
  • Apply the cleanser on slightly damp skin to help clean deeply and remove excess oil. This works best for oily skin types.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 11.6k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, this cleanser is highly praised for its rich, creamy lather that effectively removes impurities and excess oil, leaving skin feeling clean and refreshed, particularly for combination and oily skin types. A significant number of users also appreciate its economical usage and pleasant, refreshing scent. However, a moderate number of users find the fragrance overpowering, and a low number of users with dry or sensitive skin report a tight or stripped feeling, with some experiencing eye irritation.

Highlights

  • Rich creamy lather Mostly Mentioned
    • “lathers up nicely”
    • “dense creamy texture”
    • “shaving cream like”
    • “foam is incredibly soft”
  • Effective cleansing Often Mentioned
    • “removes impurities”
    • “cleanses well”
    • “squeaky clean feeling”
    • “face feels light after wash”
  • Economical usage Sometimes Noted
    • “pea sized amount”
    • “lasts a long time”
    • “small amount lathers a lot”
    • “good value”
  • Non-stripping for most Sometimes Noted
    • “hydrating”
    • “soft and moisturized”
    • “no tight feeling”
    • “gentle on skin”
  • Refreshing scent Sometimes Noted
    • “fresh green tea scent”
    • “smells good”
    • “relaxing”
    • “scent is lovely”
  • Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
    • “overpowering cologne”
    • “headache inducing”
    • “too loud”
    • “smell is strong”
  • Drying for some Rarely Noted
    • “stripped feeling”
    • “tightness”
    • “dried my skin”
    • “not for dry skin”
  • Reformulation dislikes Rarely Noted
    • “previous design was better”
    • “price increased”
    • “reformulated”
    • “miss the old packaging”
  • Stinging eyes Rarely Noted
    • “stings eyes”
    • “avoid eye area”
    • “hurts my eyes”
    • “eye irritation”

Sources: lovi.care, innisfree.com, oliveyoung.com, iherb.com, nykaa.com, sephora.sg, and more

Questions and answers

How well does innisfree Green Tea Amino Acid Cleansing Foam work for oily acne-prone skin?

Innisfree Green Tea Amino Acid Cleansing Foam clears pores with moderate cleansing for your oily skin, though it lacks specialized ingredients for acne. It has an excellent safety profile with very low risk of irritation, but an average fit for this skin type needs specialized ingredients like salicylic acid, niacinamide, or probiotics to control oil and address breakouts effectively.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2013Carcinogenesis, 2001

Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?

Glycerin and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract make this cleanser a fit by providing hydration and soothing antioxidant support for your oily skin. However, since this cleanser is an average fit, an ideal product for this skin needs specialized ingredients like salicylic acid, niacinamide, probiotics, and ceramides to control oil and address acne directly.

Carcinogenesis, 2001Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

What does Green Tea do for oily acne-prone skin?

Green tea helps calm oily, acne-prone skin by reducing oil and clearing up breakouts. It helps soothe redness and supports a smoother, clearer complexion.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2013Phytotherapy Research, 2021

What do Amino Acids do for oily acne-prone skin?

Amino acids help support oily, acne-prone skin by providing soothing and antibacterial benefits that keep skin calm and clear. They work well with ingredients like zinc and salicylic acid to gently manage breakouts and improve overall skin texture without causing irritation.

International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2021Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser goes in your morning and evening routine, coming before your toner and moisturizer. Oily acne-prone skin needs a cleanser of this type to include targeted ingredients for oil control and blemishes.

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

You can use this cleanser in your routine alongside retinol, applying it before your retinol treatment. It cleans pores while keeping your skin calm, but oily acne-prone skin also needs specialized oil-controlling and acne-fighting ingredients for best results.

How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this cleanser twice a day as part of your morning and evening routine. It clears pores while keeping your skin calm, though an oily and acne-prone skin type needs specialized ingredients for optimal oil control and blemish care.

Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily acne-prone skin because it has an excellent safety profile with soothing ingredients and no harsh components. However, it lacks specialized ingredients for optimal oil control, so this skin type needs a cleanser with targeted blemish-fighting ingredients and oil-balancing components.

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

You can use this cleanser on the body and around the eyes, though the skin on the eyelids is much thinner than on other areas. It is unlikely to cause irritation because it lacks harsh ingredients and includes soothing components. Oily acne-prone skin needs a cleanser of this type to also feature specialized oil-controlling ingredients.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002

Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).

What the research says

  • Topical application of (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) to human skin before UV irradiation decreases UV-induced production of hydrogen peroxide by 68-90% and nitric oxide by 30-100%, inhibits leukocyte infiltration and lipid peroxidation by 41-84%, and restores glutathione levels and glutathione peroxidase activity compared to UV exposure alone.

    Carcinogenesis, 2001

  • 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 epigallocatechin-3-gallate application and zonal priming reduced scar thickness and VEGFA, decreased mast cells, increased M2 macrophages and hydration, and improved elasticity compared with placebo in human scars.

    The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2019

  • Epigallocatechin-3-gallate significantly improved acne in patients compared to the control side during an 8-week clinical trial.

    The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2013

  • Topical low-dose green tea extract reduces UVB-induced p53 expression and apoptosis in human skin keratinocytes compared to placebo.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2009

  • Topical green tea extract significantly improved clinical symptoms, tear breakup times, and meibomian gland health compared to standard treatment in patients with dry eye and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.

    Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017

  • An anti-acne hydrogel containing Aloe barbadensis, Garcinia mangostana, and Camellia sinensis extracts showed superior antiacne and antiblotch activities compared to 1% clindamycin gel in sixty subjects with mild-moderate acne.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019

  • Topical application of green tea extract encapsulated chitosan microparticles improved skin elasticity, melanin index, and facial wrinkles compared to a placebo in female volunteers without causing skin irritation.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

  • 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

  • Hydrolyzed corn starch containing maltotetraose activated the NRF2 pathway, upregulated antioxidant-responsive genes, increased NRF2 protein expression and nuclear translocation, and reduced reactive oxygen species levels in human keratinocytes exposed to oxidative stress.

    PloS One, 2026

Why other cleansers fit oily acne-prone skin better

  • A panthenol-enriched mask improved skin hydration, regulated sebum, and reduced redness and TEWL across dry sensitive, oily sensitive, and oily acne skin subgroups with excellent tolerance and no adverse reactions.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024

  • Topical application of Lactobacillus plantarum-GMNL6 enhanced collagen synthesis and SPTSSA gene expression while reducing melanin synthesis, Staphylococcus aureus biofilm, and Cutibacterium acnes proliferation, leading to clinical improvements in skin moisture, color, spots, wrinkles, UV spots, and porphyrins in human volunteers.

    International Journal of Medical Sciences, 2021

  • A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Palmitic Acid, Glycol Distearate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Propanediol, Polyquaternium-22, Parfum, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Sodium Metaphosphate, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Acorus Calamus Root Extract

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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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