# doTERRA skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/doterra

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doTERRA is an American skincare brand founded in 2008 and owned by dōTERRA International, LLC.

[prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dterra-announces-executive-changes-kirk-jowers-appointed-ceo-murray-smith-as-president-and-emily-wright-as-chair-of-the-board-302076485.html) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DoTerra) [doterra.com](https://www.doterra.com/ME/en_ME) [pitchbook.com](https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/83871-37)

Skincare enthusiasts cherish doTERRA for its nourishing cleansers and botanical formulas. Its products suit balanced, normal, and combination skin types best. The standout products for particular concerns include the Facial Cleanser for acne-prone skin. Daily users appreciate how the gentle selections maintain clean, refreshed complexions.

This page covers some of the most popular doTERRA products; for the whole doTERRA range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pgdd811e099f).

### doTERRA cleansers

#### Cleansers

- [Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/doterra/facial-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

### Is doTERRA worth it?

Yes, doTERRA is worth it because Lovi rates the doTERRA-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Additionally, every product listed on this page contains no fragrance in its ingredients.

### What are doTERRA's best products?

doTERRA has no single best product highlighted on this page, as its facial cleanser receives an average fit across all skin types. However, the doTERRA-focused routines rate Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### Which doTERRA cleanser is best for oily skin?

Facial Cleanser is the best choice among the doTERRA cleansers on this page for oily skin, with Lovi rating it Average for that skin type. The doTERRA products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Does doTERRA cause breakouts?

No, doTERRA is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the brand-focused routine for acne-prone skin rates Superior on Lovi. Lovi rates the Facial Cleanser Average for acne-prone skin.

### Is doTERRA fragrance-free?

Yes, every product from the doTERRA products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, making them a good choice for keeping skin calm.

### What are the key ingredients in doTERRA products?

The doTERRA products on this page include ingredients like [tea tree leaf oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/tea-tree), [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/glycerin), and [sodium](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/sodium) cocoyl isethionate. Tea tree leaf oil helps with acne, glycerin keeps skin smooth, and sodium cocoyl isethionate gently cleanses the skin barrier.

[Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/)

### How do I build a doTERRA skincare routine?

To build a doTERRA skincare routine, start with the Facial Cleanser to wash the face. Lovi rates the doTERRA-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

### What are good alternatives to doTERRA?

Good alternatives to doTERRA include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These brands also have dedicated pages on Lovi for comparison.

### doTERRA vs CeraVe: which is better?

Lovi rates the doTERRA-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, compared to CeraVe which rates High for dry skin and Superior for the rest. Both brands offer solid options depending on your specific skin needs.

### Who owns doTERRA, and where is it from?

doTERRA is an American brand founded in 2008, owned by dōTERRA International, LLC.

[prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dterra-announces-executive-changes-kirk-jowers-appointed-ceo-murray-smith-as-president-and-emily-wright-as-chair-of-the-board-302076485.html) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DoTerra) [doterra.com](https://www.doterra.com/ME/en_ME) [pitchbook.com](https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/83871-37)

### Is doTERRA cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list doTERRA as cruelty-free.

## Research behind doTERRA's key ingredients

- [The efficacy of 5% topical tea tree oil gel in mild to moderate acne vulgaris: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17314442/) Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007
- [Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018
- [Comparison of clinical and histological effects between lactobacillus-fermented Chamaecyparis obtusa and tea tree oil for the treatment of acne: an eight-week double-blind randomized controlled split-face study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25228478/) Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf · Dermatology, 2014
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Why is sodium cocoyl isethionate (SCI) mild to the skin barrier? - An in vitro investigation based on the relative sizes of the SCI micelles and the skin aqueous pores](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17598025/) Sodium cocoyl isethionate · Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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