Noxzema Classic Clean Moisturizing Cleansing Cream for acne-prone skin
Linum Usitatissimum Oil
Soybean Oil
Camphor
Eucalyptus Globulus Oil LeafCaution
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A poor match for acne-prone skin; the cleansers alongside 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 for your combination skin, as stearic acid and soybean oil help remove impurities, though the latter provides emollient action without sufficient humectants for optimal hydration.
- Camphor and menthol offer a cooling sensation and moderate benefits for acne and blemishes, but lack targeted treatment for breakouts.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM and PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it.
- This cleanser is the first step in your morning routine and the second step after your pre-cleanser in the evening. Always follow up with a toner and moisturizer .
- Gently massage a small amount of the cleanser onto your face in circular motions. Avoid harsh rubbing to keep your skin calm.
- Apply the cleanser on slightly damp skin to help it work effectively against breakouts. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water .
- Avoid the immediate eye area and do a patch test before your first use to check for any sensitivity.
People Say
★4.0Overall rating based on 1.6k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this cleansing cream is a nostalgic, budget-friendly staple that many users with oily or combination skin praise for its refreshing, cooling sensation and ability to leave skin feeling clean without excessive dryness. It is frequently criticized by those with sensitive or reactive skin due to its strong fragrance and potential to cause irritation or breakouts, making it a polarizing choice.
Highlights
Cooling sensation Mostly Mentioned
- “Love the cooling feeling”
- “Signature tingle is addictive”
- “Feels so fresh and clean”
Affordable price Often Mentioned
- “Great value for the size”
- “Super good deal”
- “Budget-friendly option”
Non-stripping formula Sometimes Noted
- “Does not dry skin out”
- “Never feels stripped”
- “Soft and refreshed”
Removes makeup Sometimes Noted
- “Removes dirt and makeup”
- “Great first step for makeup”
- “Cleans off makeup well”
Causes irritation Sometimes Noted
- “Burning sensation on face”
- “Caused red rashes”
- “Irritating for sensitive skin”
Strong scent Sometimes Noted
- “Too much artificial scent”
- “Strong eucalyptus smell”
- “Overpowering fragrance”
Causes breakouts Rarely Noted
- “Developed deep, hard pimples”
- “Worsened my acne”
- “Not ideal for blemishes”
Not for dry skin Rarely Noted
- “Poor choice for dry skin”
- “Can feel slightly drying”
- “Left skin feeling tight”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Noxzema Classic Clean for acne-prone skin?
Lovi advises caution because this cleanser lacks targeted breakout treatments and sufficient hydrating ingredients to keep acne-prone skin balanced. Cleansers of this type need soothing and hydrating agents like niacinamide, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid to effectively address blemishes without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for acne-prone skin?
This cleanser is a poor fit for acne-prone skin because soybean oil can clog pores without enough moisture-binding ingredients, and camphor and menthol lack targeted breakout treatments. An acne-friendly cleanser of this type needs strong blemish-fighting and barrier-repairing ingredients like niacinamide, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid to calm the skin and keep moisture balanced.
What does Water do for acne-prone skin?
Water-based hydration helps keep acne-prone skin balanced by providing essential moisture without adding excess oil. Proper hydration also helps reduce dryness and flakiness that can sometimes result from harsh acne treatments.
What does Flaxseed Oil do for acne-prone skin?
Flaxseed oil does not directly target acne-prone skin, but it helps soothe irritation and keeps skin hydrated. A product for this skin type still needs ingredients that clear pores and balance oil.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This cleanser goes in the morning and evening routine for acne-prone skin, followed by a hydrating toner, moisturizer, and sunscreen in the morning, or a cleansing toner, treatment, and moisturizer at night. Because this product is a poor fit for acne-prone skin, an alternative cleanser of this type needs soothing and targeted ingredients to help manage breakouts while keeping skin adequately hydrated.
Can I use this cleanser with salicylic acid, and in what order?
Using this cleanser with salicylic acid may dry out or irritate your skin because the cleanser contains camphor and menthol, which can be harsh. If you still choose to use them together, apply the cleanser first, rinse thoroughly, and follow with your salicylic acid treatment. Acne-prone skin needs a gentle cleanser that removes impurities while keeping the skin barrier calm and adequately hydrated.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser may be used daily as part of your morning and evening routine, though it is a poor match for your acne-prone skin. This type of skin needs a cleanser that offers gentle cleansing alongside targeted ingredients for breakouts and proper hydration to keep pores clear and balanced.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cleanser may not be the best match for your acne-prone skin because it lacks targeted treatment for breakouts and contains heavy oils that can weigh down the skin. A product for this skin type needs lighter ingredients that clear pores and soothe redness without heavy oils.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is generally not recommended for the thin skin around your eyes, where the eyelid is among the thinnest regions on the body, because ingredients like camphor and menthol may cause irritation in sensitive areas. For the body, however, cleansers of this type need rich oils like soybean oil to help soften and cleanse thicker skin effectively.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Topical application of a methyl salicylate gel with turpentine essence, camphor, and menthol achieved skin penetration and significantly reduced pro-inflammatory gene expression compared to untreated controls in human skin explants.
Farmaceuticos Comunitarios, 2024Camphor oil treatment achieved complete cure of human facial demodicidosis at concentrations of 100%, 75%, and 50%, and an incomplete cure with a marked drop in infestation density at 25-20% concentrations.
Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology, 2002A bioinspired lamellar liquid crystal formulation containing hempseed oil and betamethasone dipropionate achieved 3-fold improved drug permeation, excellent biocompatibility with over 85% cell proliferation, and promoted skin healing with gap closure after 36 hours compared to a reference medicine.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2024Linseed and rapeseed oils promoted fibroblast proliferation and wound healing without inducing oxidative stress-mediated cytotoxic or genotoxic effects in vitro, with linseed oil exhibiting the most potent activity likely due to its high alpha-linolenic acid content.
Molecules, 2015Topical application of crude linseed oil significantly increased the rate of wound contraction and shortened the healing period to 26 days compared to untreated wounds, Vaseline gel, and Cicatryl-Bio ointment in rabbits.
African Journal of Traditional, Complementary, and Alternative Medicines, 2017Volatile compounds including 1,8-cineole, borneol, camphor, and thujone reduce PMA/I-stimulated IL-6 and IL-8 release by more than 50% in human gingival fibroblasts, proving more effective than rosmarinic acid.
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2013Camphor induced human primary dermal fibroblast proliferation and collagen expression while reducing UV-induced MMP1 expression and wrinkle formation in mouse skin.
Phytotherapy Research, 2015A topical sunscreen containing octyl triazone, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, and methylbenzylidene camphor prevented UVB-induced suppression of intercellular adhesion molecule-1 expression and mixed-lymphocyte reaction in epidermal cell cultures compared to control sunscreens with comparable SPF lacking octyl triazone.
Toxicology in Vitro, 1994An ointment containing larch turpentine, eucalyptus oil, and turpentine oil improved discomfort scores (7.3 vs. 4.7) and increased complete healing (67% vs. 46%) compared to placebo in outpatients with painful skin abscesses over 10 days.
Complementary Medicine Research, 2023
Ingredients
Water, Stearic Acid, Linum Usitatissimum Oil, Soybean Oil, Propylene Glycol, Gelatin, Calcium Hydroxide, Sodium Hydroxide, Camphor, Menthol, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil Leaf, Methylparaben, Propylparaben
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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