m-61 skincare

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m-61 is an American skincare brand founded in 2012 and owned by Macy's, Inc. since 2015.

m-61's products on this page cover cleansers. For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the Power Cleanse highest.

This page covers some of the most popular m-61 products; for the whole m-61 range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

m-61 cleansers

Power Cleanse

Questions and answers

Is m-61 worth it?

Yes, m-61 is worth considering because Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. In addition, the m-61 products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

What are m-61's best products?

Lovi rates the m-61-focused routines as Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. For keeping oily and acne-prone skin clean, Power Cleanse is a top choice with a High fit.

Which m-61 cleanser is best for oily skin?

Power Cleanse is the best choice for oily skin, where Lovi rates it High. All the m-61 products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Does m-61 cause breakouts?

m-61 is unlikely to cause breakouts, and Lovi rates the m-61-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. The m-61 cleanser Power Cleanse is rated High for oily and acne-prone skin, and the m-61 products on this page list no fragrance.

Is m-61 fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the m-61 products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the key ingredients in m-61 products?

m-61 products include ingredients such as glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and soothing plant extracts like aloe and green tea. These components help with skin clarity and texture while keeping formulas free of added fragrance.

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How do I build a m-61 skincare routine?

To build an m-61 routine, use the brand's cleanser Power Cleanse as the core step, which m-61 routines rate Superior for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, and Superior for dry skin. Lovi rates the m-61-focused routine Superior for dry skin, compared to a High fit for a CeraVe-focused routine.

What are good alternatives to m-61?

CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives to m-61. Lovi rates the m-61-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

m-61 vs CeraVe: which is better?

For dry skin, Lovi rates the m-61-focused routine Superior and the CeraVe-focused routine High. For oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the m-61-focused routine and the CeraVe-focused routine both as Superior.

Who owns m-61, and where is it from?

m-61 is an American brand founded in 2012, owned by Macy's, Inc. since 2015.

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Is m-61 cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list m-61 as cruelty-free.

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Research behind m-61's key ingredients

Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders
Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
The efficacy of 5% topical tea tree oil gel in mild to moderate acne vulgaris: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled study
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
Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018
Green tea extract reduces induction of p53 and apoptosis in UVB-irradiated human skin independent of transcriptional controls
Camellia sinensis leaf extract · Experimental Dermatology, 2009
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
Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf · Dermatology, 2014

8 more studies

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
Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora
Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial
Panthenol · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
The efficacy of glycolic acid, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and licochalcone A combined with 0.1% adapalene vs adapalene monotherapy in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris: a double-blinded within-person comparative study
Glycolic acid · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Comparative Study of 35% Glycolic Acid, 20% Salicylic-10% Mandelic Acid, and Phytic Acid Combination Peels in the Treatment of Active Acne and Postacne Pigmentation
Phytic acid · Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, 2019
Antiacne and antiblotch activities of a formulated combination of Aloe barbadensis leaf powder, Garcinia mangostana peel extract, and Camellia sinensis leaf extract
Camellia sinensis leaf extract · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
A randomized controlled study to evaluate the depigmenting activity of L-ascorbic acid plus phytic acid-serum vs. placebo on solar lentigines
Phytic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2011
Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study
Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

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Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its 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

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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

Medical Board

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

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist