Uriage Cleansing Oil for mature skin
Glycerin
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Average
- AverageNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for mature skin; other cleansers 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 cleansing for your normal skin due to caprylyl capryl glucoside and peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, but glycerin provides only general hydration and does not address your goal of reducing wrinkles and fine lines.
- The formula is suitable for normal skin, though it lacks sufficient emollient ingredients for optimal hydration.
- The product is safe for your normal skin, with no risks of irritation from harsh ingredients.
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
★4.7Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviewsIt is frequently praised as a versatile staple that soothes itchiness and leaves the skin barrier feeling replenished and soft, suitable for both face and body.
Highlights
Gentle & non-stripping Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't strip skin”
- “no tight feeling”
- “soothes irritation”
Hydrating/moisturizing Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin soft”
- “very hydrating”
- “moisturizes well”
- “skin feels comfortable”
Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “lathers well”
- “rinses easily”
- “nice oil-to-foam”
- “silky texture”
Versatile (face & body) Sometimes Noted
- “great for face and body”
- “safe for baby”
- “use it in shower”
- “good for whole family”
Makeup removal Sometimes Noted
- “struggles with mascara”
- “doesn't remove waterproof makeup”
- “stings eyes”
- “need double cleanse”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “pump arrived broken”
- “leaks in bottle”
- “hard to pump”
- “defective dispenser”
Scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like plastic”
- “weird scent”
- “off-putting smell”
- “not pleasant”
Texture confusion Rarely Noted
- “more gel than oil”
- “thick consistency”
- “not a true oil”
- “hard to spread”
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Questions and answers
How well does Uriage Cleansing Oil work for mature skin?
Uriage Uriage Cleansing Oil works moderately well for mature skin, cleaning effectively with glycerin providing general hydration. However, it lacks ingredients that target fine lines and wrinkles. A cleanser for mature skin needs rich hydrating ingredients and skin-smoothing components to keep skin soft and firm.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for mature skin?
Glycerin, caprylyl capryl glucoside, and peg-7 glyceryl cocoate help this cleanser provide moderate cleansing and general hydration for your mature skin. However, mature skin needs cleansers with rich hydrating ingredients and soothing components that actively reduce wrinkles and fine lines while keeping the skin soft and smooth.
What does Glycerin do for mature skin?
Glycerin helps keep mature skin feeling soft and smooth by drawing moisture into the outer layer and locking it in. This daily hydration boost supports the skin barrier, keeping dry areas comfortable and protected against irritation.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Sodium Laureth Sulfate do for mature skin?
Sodium laureth sulfate is a cleanser ingredient that removes dirt and oil, but it is unlikely to benefit mature skin because it may dry out the skin and disrupt its natural barrier. Mature skin needs gentle cleansers with moisturizing agents and barrier-protecting ingredients to stay soft and smooth.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026The British Journal of Dermatology, 2013
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This cleanser fits in both your morning and evening routine as the first step on clean skin, or right after your makeup remover at night. Mature skin needs a cleanser that also brings nourishing oils and firming ingredients to help smooth fine lines.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser in your routine with retinol, applying it before your retinol treatment in the evening. This cleanser safely washes your face without harsh ingredients, but because it lacks rich moisturizing ingredients, mature skin needs a rich moisturizer or smoothing treatment afterward.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this cleanser daily in the morning and evening as part of your routine. It is safe for your skin with no risks of irritation, though mature skin also needs richer moisturizing ingredients and targeted treatments to help smooth fine lines.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on mature skin, as its gentle ingredients are safe and well-tolerated. To properly care for mature skin, a cleanser of this type needs rich moisturizing ingredients like ceramides or hyaluronic acid and targeted anti-aging components to help smooth fine lines.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this cleanser on your body and around your eyes because it is safe for your skin with no risks of irritation from harsh ingredients. It offers moderate cleansing, but mature skin needs targeted ingredients like firming peptides, antioxidants, or retinol to help reduce wrinkles and fine lines.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
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, 2017The 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, 2020Ten 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, 2001Niacinamide/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, 2012Sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) treatment decreases lipid membrane chain conformational order and stiffness leading to increased water sorption and diffusivity, whereas sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) treatment increases lipid membrane conformational order and stiffness with increased water sorption capacity driven by its hygroscopic nature.
Langmuir, 2014
Why other cleansers fit mature skin better
Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Treatment with a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid improved skin aging signs and demonstrated a senomorphic effect by decreasing SASP and autocrine signaling genes in women.
Scientific Reports, 2024
Ingredients
Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Parfum, Laureth-2, Peg Ppg-120 10 Trimethylolpropane Trioleate, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium Acetate
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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