# AMBI Cocoa Butter Cleansing Bar for combination skin

**Lovi Fit: Low fit for combination skin.**
Combination Skin Fit: Average · Effectiveness: Average · Safety: Concerning.

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/combination-skin

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the Netherlands.

Brand: [AMBI](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/brands/ambi)
Category: [Cleansers](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/best/cleansers)

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. For scores based on a full skin profile (12D face scan, goals, preferences), use the Lovi app.

A weak match for combination skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.

## Why this fit

- Offers moderate cleansing for your combination skin, as sodium tallowate and sodium cocoate effectively remove impurities, but theobroma cacao seed butter may be too heavy for your oily areas and lacks seboregulation.
- While it provides general skincare benefits, the formula does not contain targeted ingredients to address your main goal of oily shine.

## Fit by skin type

- [Oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/oily-skin): Low
- [Dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/dry-skin): Average
- [Combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/combination-skin): Low (this page)
- [Sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/sensitive-skin): Average
- [Acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/acne-prone-skin): Low
- [Skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/dark-spots): Average
- [Mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/mature-skin): Average
- [Dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/dry-sensitive-skin): Average
- [Oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/ambi/cocoa-butter-cleansing-bar/for/oily-acne-prone-skin): Low

## Key ingredients

Theobroma Cacao Butter, Glycerin, Sodium Tallowate, Titanium Dioxide

## What the research says

- A 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, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/))
- The 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, 2020](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31532576/))
- Ten 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](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18498456/))
- Enzymatically interesterified fats based on mutton tallow and walnut oil produced emulsions that resulted in greater skin moisturization compared to non-interesterified fat and received positive sensory evaluations from 83 respondents. ([International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25319767/))
- Microfine titanium dioxide does not penetrate human skin when formulated in an oil-in-water emulsion with the pigment dispersed in the aqueous phase, compared to oily dispersions and liposomal encapsulation which allow deeper skin penetration. ([International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2000](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503414/))
- Replacing microsized titanium dioxide and zinc oxide with nanoparticles in sunscreens eliminates opaqueness and alters UV protection balance while inducing (photo)cyto- and genotoxicity and penetrating viable skin layers during long-term exposures. ([Nanotechnology, Science and Applications, 2011](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24198489/))
- Microfine zinc oxide and titanium dioxide do not penetrate the stratum corneum of porcine skin in vitro, indicating that their use in sunscreens does not pose a health risk from internal exposure. ([Toxicology in Vitro, 2006](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16182508/))

## Why other cleansers fit combination skin better

- A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation. ([Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30022595/))

## What reviewers say

This cleansing bar is praised for its moisturizing capabilities, leaving skin soft and smooth, and producing a rich lather. Many users report improvements in skin tone. Some users with sensitive or oily skin have experienced irritation or breakouts, and there are concerns about recent formula changes.

- Liked: Deeply moisturizes skin (often mentioned)
- Liked: Rich, creamy lather (often mentioned)
- Liked: Affordable price point (sometimes noted)
- Liked: Evens skin tone (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Formula changes (sometimes noted)
- Disliked: Irritating for sensitive skin (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Misleading packaging/shipping (rarely noted)
- Disliked: Too rich/oily (rarely noted)

## How to apply

- Use this cleanser AM and PM as part of your daily routine. Start 3×/week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this cleanser as the very first step in your morning routine and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening.
- Gently massage a small amount of cleanser onto your skin using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
- For the best results , apply the cleanser directly onto slightly damp skin to help lift away excess oil.
- Avoid the immediate eye area and do a patch test before your first use to check for any sensitivity.
- Video: https://storage.pora.ai/6a08416bd9315041c09c72f61cf27cc1.mp4

## Questions and answers

### Why is Ambi Cocoa Butter Cleansing Bar a weak match for combination skin?

Ambi Cocoa Butter Cleansing Bar is a weak match because theobroma caca seed butter may feel too heavy on your oily areas. To work better for combination skin, a cleanser of this type needs ingredients that balance oil production and keep dry spots hydrated.
Sources: [The British Journal of Dermatology, 1978](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/147099/)

### Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for combination skin?

Theobroma cacao seed butter is too heavy for your oily areas and lacks the ability to balance oil production. A cleanser for combination skin needs soothing and hydrating ingredients that balance oil and maintain moisture without clogging pores.
Sources: [The British Journal of Dermatology, 1978](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/147099/)

### What does Cocoa Butter do for combination skin?

Cocoa butter is generally too heavy for combination skin and may clog pores or make oily areas feel greasy. A product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that balance oil without heavy blocking agents to properly care for combination skin.

### What does Glycerin do for combination skin?

Glycerin helps keep combination skin soft and smooth by pulling moisture in and keeping it there. It improves hydration and supports your skin barrier, which is unlikely to cause irritation.
Sources: [The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18510666/), [Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for combination skin?

This cleanser goes into both your morning and evening routine, before your toner and moisturizer. Because this is a weak match for combination skin, a cleanser of this type needs ingredients that balance oil production and feel lightweight on oily areas.

### Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this cleanser in your routine, but a cleanser of this type for combination skin needs to gently wash away dirt while helping to control oily shine without clogging pores or feeling too heavy.
Sources: [The British Journal of Dermatology, 1978](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/147099/)

### How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this cleanser daily to wash away dirt and oil, but it is a weak match for combination skin because the cocoa butter may feel too heavy on oily areas without helping with shine. A cleanser for this skin needs ingredients that balance oil and wash thoroughly without leaving heavy moisturizers behind.
Sources: [The British Journal of Dermatology, 1978](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/147099/)

### Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?

This cleanser may clog pores and cause breakouts on combination skin because the cocoa butter can feel too heavy for oily areas and lacks oil control. Combination skin needs a cleanser with ingredients that balance oil and lightweight hydrators to keep pores clear.
Sources: [The British Journal of Dermatology, 1978](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/147099/)

### Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?

This cleanser may be used on your body, but it is best to avoid the very thin skin around the eyes where harsh cleansing ingredients can cause irritation and dryness. A product for the eye area needs gentle, hydrating ingredients that protect this delicate skin.
Sources: [Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12375070/)

### Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

## Alternatives for combination skin

- [CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cerave/foaming-facial-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €21.00 at Amazon
- [Eminence Organic Skin Care Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/eminence-organic-skin-care/clear-skin-probiotic-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €79.88 at Amazon
- [Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/cetaphil/daily-facial-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — High fit — €13.45 at Amazon

## Routine for combination skin

### AM

- Cleanser: [Dr. Althea Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/dr-althea/amino-acid-gentle-bubble-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €16.50 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [Paula's Choice Pore-Reducing Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/paula-s-choice/skin-balancing-pore-reducing-toner/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €36.00 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [SKIN1004 Centella Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/centella-cream/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €19.20 at Amazon
- SPF: [make p:rem UV Defense Me Blue Ray Sun Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/make-p-rem/uv-defense-me-blue-ray-sun-cream/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €33.70 at Amazon

### PM

- Pre-Cleanser: [MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/missha/ultra-hyalon-cleansing-cream/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €11.83 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [Dr. Althea Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/dr-althea/amino-acid-gentle-bubble-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €16.50 at Amazon
- Cleansing Toner: [Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €16.99 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-refining-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €86.59 at Amazon
- Moisturizer: [SKIN1004 Centella Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/skin1004/centella-cream/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €19.20 at Amazon

### Weekly

- Pre-Cleanser: [MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/missha/ultra-hyalon-cleansing-cream/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €11.83 at Amazon
- Cleanser: [Dr. Althea Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/dr-althea/amino-acid-gentle-bubble-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €16.50 at Amazon
- Cleansing Toner: [Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad-2-0/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €16.99 at Amazon
- Cleansing Mask: [VT Cosmetics Cica Purifying Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/vt-cosmetics/cica-purifying-mask/for/combination-skin) — High fit — €15.72 at Amazon
- Hydrating Toner: [Paula's Choice Pore-Reducing Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/paula-s-choice/skin-balancing-pore-reducing-toner/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €36.00 at Amazon
- Serum or Treatment: [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-refining-serum/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — €86.59 at Amazon

## Where to buy

No store in Netherlands has a checked price for this product, so the page shows none.

## Ingredients

Sodium Tallowate, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Water, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Titanium Dioxide, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Pentasodium Pentetate, Talc, Iron Oxides, Yellow 5, Ci 15510
## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this fit score: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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