Neutrogena Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover for oily skin
Cyclopentasiloxane
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Benzyl Alcohol
Glycerin
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for oily skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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
- This product offers excellent makeup removal for your oily skin, with cyclomethicone and poloxamer 182 effectively dissolving impurities without causing irritation.
- While Benzalkonium Chloride and Glycerin provide some antimicrobial and humectant benefits suitable for oily skin, the primary soothing ingredients like aloe and cucumber do not directly address your main goal of managing oily shine.
- 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 makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3×/week and increase to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser and toner. It prepares your skin by melting away excess oil and makeup.
- Gently press a small amount onto your dry skin using your fingertips. Massage softly and avoid harsh rubbing to protect your pores.
- Apply this product on dry skin to effectively break down heavy makeup and surface oil. Massage it gently before washing it off with water.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin feels comfortable.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 14.8k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this dual-phase remover is highly effective at dissolving stubborn waterproof makeup, making it a favorite for those with sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers as it rarely causes stinging or irritation. A significant number of users report that it leaves a temporary greasy film, which can blur vision if not immediately rinsed off, and some find the bottle design prone to spilling.
Highlights
Removes waterproof makeup Mostly Mentioned
- “dissolves stubborn waterproof mascara”
- “takes off everything”
- “removes heavy eyeliner”
Leaves oily residue Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves greasy film”
- “feels very oily”
- “requires face wash after”
Gentle on eyes Often Mentioned
- “no stinging or burning”
- “doesn't irritate eyes”
- “great for sensitive eyes”
Affordable price Sometimes Noted
- “great price point”
- “cheap drugstore find”
- “good value”
Safe for contacts Sometimes Noted
- “safe for contact lenses”
- “ophthalmologist tested”
- “doesn't damage contacts”
Causes blurry vision Sometimes Noted
- “clouds my vision”
- “makes eyes blurry”
- “film over eyes”
Requires rinsing Sometimes Noted
- “must wash off”
- “can't just wipe and go”
- “leaves residue behind”
Poor bottle design Rarely Noted
- “wide mouth spills easily”
- “needs a dispenser”
- “wastes product”
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Questions and answers
How well does Neutrogena Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover work for oily skin?
This product works fine for oily skin by removing makeup effectively without irritation, though it does not help manage oily shine. An oily skin routine needs oil-controlling ingredients to keep the face fresh and balanced.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2021International Journal of Toxicology, 2011
Which ingredients make this makeup remover a good fit for oily skin?
Cyclopentasiloxane and poloxamer 182 make this makeup remover a good fit for oily skin because they effectively dissolve impurities without causing irritation. Glycerin and benzalkonium chloride also provide useful moisture and cleanliness, while aloe and cucumber help keep the skin calm.
International Journal of Toxicology, 2011Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2021
What does Water do for oily skin?
Water helps keep oily skin hydrated without adding grease or clogging pores. Keeping oily skin properly hydrated may also help balance oil production and reduce unwanted shine.
What does Cyclopentasiloxane do for oily skin?
Cyclopentasiloxane gives skincare products a silky feel and helps them spread easily over oily skin without clogging pores or leaving a heavy layer behind. Because it absorbs very little through the skin, it is unlikely to cause irritation or make your face feel greasy.
Where does this makeup remover go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This makeup remover goes in your evening routine before cleansing. A product for oily skin needs ingredients that help balance oil and manage shine.
Can I use this makeup remover with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening before your cleanser and retinol because it is very safe and unlikely to cause irritation on oily skin. Oily skin works best with a makeup remover that also includes ingredients to help control shine.
How often should I use this makeup remover?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening to gently dissolve makeup and impurities on oily skin without causing irritation. Oily skin works best with makeup removers that also include ingredients to help manage shine and oiliness.
Can this makeup remover clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
Neutrogena Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover is unlikely to cause irritation on oily skin, but it often leaves an oily residue that may require rinsing. Oily skin needs a makeup remover with lightweight, oil-free ingredients that help clear away impurities and control shine without heavy lingering films.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2021International Journal of Toxicology, 2011
Is this makeup remover fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (benzyl alcohol).
What the research says
A non-alcoholic benzalkonium chloride hand sanitizer demonstrated antibacterial activity against nine out of eleven bacterial strains and caused no skin irritation or redness in ten participants compared to alcohol-based hand gels.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2021Cyclomethicone and specific chain length cyclic siloxanes (n = 4-7) are safe in present practices of use and concentration, showing minimal percutaneous absorption, no skin irritation or sensitization, and unlikely significant systemic exposure from cosmetics.
International Journal of Toxicology, 2011Benzyl Alcohol, Benzoic Acid, and Sodium Benzoate can be used safely in cosmetic formulations at concentrations up to 5%, and Benzyl Alcohol is safe up to 10% in hair dyes, despite causing nonimmunologic contact reactions.
International Journal of Toxicology, 2001A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010Formulations containing 0.10%, 0.25%, and 0.50% freeze-dried Aloe vera extract increased stratum corneum water content compared with the vehicle in 20 female subjects, while transepidermal water loss was not modified.
Skin Research and Technology, 2006Benzyl alcohol acted moderately and reversibly on stratum corneum lipids, increasing hygroscopicity and decreasing water-holding capacity to the same extent as Azone and DMSO.
Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 1995A 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, 2001
Ingredients
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Dipropylene Glycol, Poloxamer 182, Allantoin, Tripotassium Edta, Benzalkonium Chloride, Glycerin, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Potassium Phosphate, Dipotassium Phosphate
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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