True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm for mature skin
Zingiber Officinale
Curcuma Longa
Sunflower Seed Oil
Avocado Oil
Lactic AcidAverage
- AverageNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for mature skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. 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 suitability for normal skin as Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil and Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil provide emollient action, but the formula lacks sufficient humectants for optimal hydration, and specialized ingredients for wrinkles and fine lines are absent.
- The cleansing balm effectively dissolves makeup and impurities, providing general hydration and cleansing benefits that are supportive but not directly targeted at your primary concern of wrinkles and fine lines.
- The product is safe for your normal skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing oat kernel oil and argan kernel oil.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover as part of your PM routine every evening. Start 3x/week and move to daily use as your skin feels comfortable.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser and toner. It acts as the very first step to melt away makeup.
- Gently massage a small amount of the makeup remover over dry skin to dissolve makeup, then rinse with warm water. Avoid any harsh rubbing around your eyes.
- Apply this makeup remover directly onto dry skin to effectively break down stubborn makeup and impurities. There is no need to dampen your face beforehand.
- Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin reacts well. Avoid direct contact with your eyes while cleansing.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 1.2k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this cleansing balm is highly effective at removing makeup and impurities, leaving skin feeling hydrated and soft. Users frequently enjoy its luxurious, spa-like scent and gentle formula. Some users note that the balm can be firm and may require a washcloth for complete removal.
Highlights
Deeply hydrating Often Mentioned
- “Skin feels hydrated and plump”
- “Doesn't strip moisture”
- “Leaves skin feeling supple”
- “No dry patches”
Effective makeup removal Often Mentioned
- “Melt off all my makeup”
- “Removes dirt, sunscreen, and makeup”
- “Gets rid of makeup with ease”
Gentle formula Sometimes Noted
- “Didn't burn my eyes”
- “Doesn't irritate my eyes”
- “Supports skin resilience”
Pleasant scent Sometimes Noted
- “Smells heavenly”
- “Spa-like scent”
- “Love the scent”
- “Refreshing fragrance”
Difficult to rinse Sometimes Noted
- “Doesn't rinse clean”
- “Always had to use a washcloth”
- “Requires a second cleanse”
Firm texture Sometimes Noted
- “Takes longer to melt”
- “Doesn't glide as easily”
- “Very thick”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “Expensive”
- “Does it live up to its high price”
- “Only drawback is the price”
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Questions and answers
How well does True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm work for mature skin?
This cleansing balm works reasonably well for mature skin by melting away makeup and impurities with nourishing oils like sunflower seed oil, though other products fit it better. Because it lacks specialized ingredients for wrinkles and fine lines, a product for this skin needs targeted anti-aging ingredients and rich hydrators.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for mature skin?
Sunflower seed oil and avocado oil make this cleanser a good fit because they keep the skin soft and nourished while you wash. Mature skin needs a cleanser of this type to also include targeted ingredients for fine lines and extra hydrators.
What does Ginger Root Extract do for mature skin?
Ginger root extract helps calm redness and protects mature skin from everyday stress and sun damage. It also helps keep skin firm and smooth by fighting the effects of daily wear.
Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2019European Journal of Dermatology, 2024
What does Turmeric do for mature skin?
Turmeric helps protect mature skin from sun damage and aging by fighting oxidative stress and supporting collagen. It is unlikely to cause irritation for most, though it can occasionally act as an allergen.
Molecular Medicine Reports, 2018Dermatology and Therapy, 2026
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm goes in the evening routine as a makeup remover, before your cleanser, cleansing toner, treatment, and moisturizer. This type of product needs to also include specialized ingredients for wrinkles and fine lines, along with extra hydrating ingredients, to work best for mature skin.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening before your cleanser and retinol. A product of this type for mature skin needs extra hydrating ingredients like glycerin or hyaluronic acid, along with targeted ingredients for fine lines, to give your skin the best fit.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This makeup remover works best as an evening step to wash away makeup and impurities, and you can safely use it every night because it is gentle on your skin. To properly care for mature skin, a product of this type needs extra moisture-attracting ingredients and targeted wrinkle-fighting actives.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for mature skin, as it is free of harsh ingredients and uses gentle oils that help keep the skin calm. A cleanser for mature skin also needs ingredients that deeply hydrate and target fine lines and wrinkles.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (limonene, geraniol, and linalool).
What the research says
A 1-year clinical study on human facial skin demonstrated that Zingiber officinale (L.) Rose extract inhibits the UV-induced decrease in skin elasticity and prevents or improves wrinkle formation around the eye.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2008Ginger extract transethosomal hydrogel improved skin permeability, sustained drug release, and exhibited significant inhibition of edema swelling along with reduced reactive oxygen species and prostaglandin E2 compared to free ginger extract hydrogel and ketoprofen gel in a rat-paw edema model.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2023Topical delivery of ginger extract-loaded nanoemulsions significantly reduced arthritic symptoms, paw edema inhibition by 27.7%, and inflammatory cytokines in RA-induced rats compared to the negative control.
Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2023Topical application of curcumin or turmeric treats various skin conditions by leveraging antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2023Topical formulations of curcumin target oxidative damage and inflammation to improve wound healing in animal models.
Drug Discovery Today, 2017A curcumin-loaded spanlastic anti-aging gel utilizing formula F5 incorporated into 2% HPMC E50 demonstrated sustained release action, compatibility, and the ability to penetrate skin layers to a depth of about 112.5 um without signs of irritation.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2024Topical cream containing saffron extract and avocado oil improved wrinkle grading, reduced nasolabial fold area and volume, and increased skin elasticity in twenty healthy volunteers over 12 weeks without allergic reactions.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Topical treatment with SSFAO 50% or avocado oil increased wound contraction, reepithelialization, collagen density, and tensile strength while showing anti-inflammatory activity compared to petroleum jelly in rats.
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2013Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020
Why other pre-cleansers fit mature skin better
Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022A mixture of Panax ginseng and Crataegus pinnatifida prevented skin aging by improving procollagen type I expression, diminishing matrix metalloproteinase-1 secretion, reducing skin roughness and photodamage scores, and decreasing loss of skin moisture in human dermal fibroblasts and healthy human skin.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017Camellia japonica oil activated the human COL1A2 promoter, induced type I procollagen synthesis, inhibited matrix metalloproteinase-1 activity, and reduced trans-epidermal water loss without inducing adverse reactions in human skin.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2007
Ingredients
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Oil, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Persea Gratissima Oil Avocado Oil, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil Tangerine Peel Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Argan Kernel Oil, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil Oat Kernel Oil, Cucumis Sativus Oil, Zingiber Officinale Oil Root, Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract Fruit, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Lemon Fruit Extract, Sugar Maple Extract, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantium Amara Oil, Azelaic Acid, Lactic Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Water, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool
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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