Kose Softymo Deep Cleansing Oil for acne-prone skin
Rice Bran Oil
Jojoba Seed Oil
Tocopherol Vitamin E
Mineral Oil
Oil
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- SuperiorCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for acne-prone skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 and hydration for your acne-prone skin, as Rice Bran Oil and Jojoba Seed Oil provide emollient benefits that balance both oily and dry areas of your combination skin.
- Glycerin further supports hydration, though the formula lacks specialized ingredients to directly target acne and blemishes.
- The product is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine to clear away dirt and oil. Start 3x/week and work up to daily use if your combination skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before cleansing and using the rest of your skin products. This ensures all makeup and impurities are fully washed away.
- Gently press a small amount of the makeup remover onto your face using a soft cotton pad. Avoid rubbing the skin too harshly to prevent irritation.
- Apply the makeup remover on dry skin to easily dissolve makeup and clear out blemishes. There is no need to dampen your face beforehand.
- Do a patch test before first use to ensure your skin reacts well. Avoid the delicate eye area while applying.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 5.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this affordable cleansing oil is highly effective at removing stubborn waterproof makeup and clearing pores, making it a popular choice for double cleansing. Most users find it gentle and moisturizing, though a small number report breakouts, possibly due to mineral oil sensitivity. Some users also experience temporary blurry vision or find the citrus scent bothersome.
Highlights
Effective makeup remover Mostly Mentioned
- “melts waterproof mascara”
- “dissolves heavy foundation”
- “removes tint”
Great value Mostly Mentioned
- “affordable price”
- “large bottle”
- “refillable options”
Deep pore cleansing Often Mentioned
- “removes sebaceous filaments”
- “clears blackheads”
- “unclogs pores”
Emulsifies well Sometimes Noted
- “turns milky quickly”
- “rinses easily”
- “easy to spread”
Non-stripping Sometimes Noted
- “leaves skin soft”
- “feels moisturizing”
- “smooth finish”
Eye irritation Sometimes Noted
- “ blurry vision”
- “ foggy eyes”
- “ stings eyes”
Leaves residue Sometimes Noted
- “ oily film”
- “ requires second cleanse”
- “ feels heavy”
Causes breakouts Rarely Noted
- “cystic acne”
- “ whiteheads”
- “ mineral oil reaction”
Drying sensation Rarely Noted
- “ tight skin”
- “ dry patches”
- “ strips natural oils”
Scent sensitivity Rarely Noted
- “ strong orange smell”
- “ artificial fragrance”
- “ citrus irritation”
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Questions and answers
How well does Kose Deep Cleansing Oil work for acne-prone skin?
This cleansing oil works moderately well for acne-prone skin, offering gentle cleansing and hydration without causing irritation, though it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target blemishes. A makeup remover for this skin needs nourishing plant oils and extracts that soothe while cleansing, alongside ingredients that address acne.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for acne-prone skin?
Rice bran oil and jojoba seed oil help balance oily and dry areas by providing nourishment and hydration without causing irritation. Glycerin further supports moisture while keeping your skin calm and comfortable. However, a makeup remover for acne-prone skin also needs specialized ingredients that directly target and help clear blemishes.
Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011
What does Rice Bran Oil do for acne-prone skin?
Rice bran oil helps improve skin moisture while maintaining a normal skin pH and has a low irritation potential. However, because it is an average fit for acne-prone skin, a product of this type for this skin needs lightweight, non-clogging ingredients that help calm breakouts and balance oil without heavy greasiness.
What does Jojoba Seed Oil do for acne-prone skin?
Jojoba seed oil helps calm acne-prone skin and reduces breakouts over time. It may also help lower inflammation and clear up lesions.
Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, or as a weekly step before cleansing. To better fit acne-prone skin, this type of product needs specialized ingredients that directly target acne and blemishes.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before your cleanser and retinol treatment, as it is safe and unlikely to cause irritation. To properly fit acne-prone skin, a product of this type needs specialized ingredients that directly target acne and blemishes.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening to gently take off your makeup. Because it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target acne-prone skin, this type of skin needs a formula with targeted blemish-fighting ingredients to see the best results.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cleanser may occasionally cause breakouts or clog pores for acne-prone skin, as some reviewers report and the formula lacks specialized ingredients to directly target blemishes. A product of this type needs acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to better prevent breakouts for this skin type.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Clay jojoba oil facial masks reduced total skin lesions by a mean of 54% after 6 weeks in 133 participants with acne-prone, lesioned skin and mild acne compared to baseline.
Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012A rice bran oil nanoemulsion formulated using low energy methods showed low irritation potential in vitro and improved skin moisture while maintaining normal skin pH in human volunteers during in vivo assessments.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011A 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, 2017A topical xanthan gum nanogel containing gamma-oryzanol-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers and nanosized TiO2 and MBBT filters demonstrated high photoprotection with an SPF of 34 and no skin irritation or sensitization in a rat model.
Pharmaceuticals, 2023Nanoencapsulation of rice bran oil in a hydrogel prevented UVB-induced ear edema by 60% and reduced protein carbonylation and NF-κB nuclear translocation by 81% and 87%, respectively, in mice compared to a control hydrogel.
European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2015Topical application of jojoba wax reduced LPS-induced secretion of IL-6, IL-8, and TNFα by approximately 30% and increased the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid compared to untreated skin in an ex-vivo human skin organ culture model.
Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024Topical jojoba oil application in male mice decreased exercise-induced pro-inflammatory gene expression (Il-1b and Il-6 in soleus, Il-1b in gastrocnemius) compared to untreated exercised mice.
Biomolecules, 2025Nanolipidgel formulations with argan or jojoba oil and humectants demonstrate good sensory attributes, instrumental properties, and moisturizing efficacy for cosmetic application.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2014Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Repeated application of concentrated water-in-oil emulsions over four weeks caused no skin irritation, positively affected skin properties, and delivered almost 50% of the applied fluorescein sodium, with isopropyl myristate showing superior penetration performance compared to liquid paraffin in healthy volunteers.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2019
Why other pre-cleansers fit acne-prone skin better
Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023
Ingredients
Rice Bran Oil, Mineral Oil, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Triethylhexanoin, Cyclomethicone, Oil, Tocopherol, Jojoba Seed Oil, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Water, Phenoxyethanol
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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