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Anua Rice + Ceramide Cleansing Powder for oily acne-prone skin

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Anua Rice + Ceramide Cleansing Powder

Average

  • HighOily Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

Works for oily acne-prone skin; other products fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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 exfoliation and cleansing for your oily skin due to papain and protease, which help break down dead skin cells and impurities, while kaolin absorbs excess oil.
  • The rice extract and ceramide NP provide soothing benefits, but the formula lacks specialized ingredients to directly target acne and breakouts effectively.
  • The product is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation from harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.

How to apply

  • Use your enzyme powder cleanser PM once a week to start, then increase frequency if your skin tolerates it well. Always apply SPF during the day since exfoliating products can make skin sensitive to the sun.
  • Apply this enzyme powder cleanser in your weekly routine after the standard cleanser and before your hydrating toner and moisturizer. This step helps clear away dead skin cells.
  • Mix the powder with a little water in your hands to create a gentle foam , then massage it softly onto your face while avoiding harsh rubbing.
  • Apply the enzyme powder cleanser on slightly damp skin to help activate the formula effectively. Make sure your face is clean from makeup before starting.
  • Avoid the delicate eye area and do a patch test before your first use. Do not mix this with strong acids or retinoids in the same routine to prevent irritation.

People Say

★4.8Overall rating based on 400+ reviews

Users with dry, sensitive, and textured skin consistently report that this powder cleanser effectively brightens and smooths the complexion without stripping natural moisture. While the vast majority experience a gentle, hydrating cleanse that improves skin clarity, a small minority with compromised barriers report mild irritation or dislike the product's unique, slimy texture during rinsing.

Highlights

  • Gentle exfoliation Mostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels very clean and refresh”
    • “smooths my skin & feels gentle”
    • “gentle enzyme powder with marshmallow effect”
    • “mild exfoliation without irritation”
  • Brightening & glow Often Mentioned
    • “brighter skin complexion”
    • “helps with uneven skin tone”
    • “luminous effect”
    • “skin looks more radiant”
  • Non-stripping hydration Often Mentioned
    • “doesn't strip skin”
    • “keeps skin hydrated after cleansing”
    • “face feels soft”
    • “moisturizing finish”
  • Versatility Sometimes Noted
    • “use as a wash-off mask”
    • “multi-purpose cleanser”
    • “doubles as a mask”
    • “great for travel”
  • Messy packaging Sometimes Noted
    • “gushed out”
    • “be careful when you first squeeze”
    • “hard to control amount”
    • “messy dispensing”
  • Slimy texture Sometimes Noted
    • “very slimy”
    • “stringy texture”
    • “takes a long time to wash off”
    • “feels like stretchy cheese”
  • Potential irritation Rarely Noted
    • “tingling sensation”
    • “redness”
    • “bumpy rash”
    • “stingy on wounds”
  • Price vs. size Rarely Noted
    • “small size”
    • “price is expensive”
    • “wish it was bigger”
    • “expensive for the amount”

Sources: lovi.care, iherb.com, anua.us, skinsort.com, ulta.com, maquibeauty.com, and more

Questions and answers

How well does Anua Rice + Ceramide Cleansing Powder work for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser works reasonably well for your oily acne-prone skin by providing gentle exfoliation and soaking up excess oil, though it is missing specialized ingredients to directly tackle breakouts. To fit this skin better, a cleanser of this type needs dedicated breakout-fighting ingredients along with gentle elements that maintain a balanced, clear complexion.

Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015

Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser fits your oily acne-prone skin because papain and protease help clear away dead skin cells and impurities, while kaolin soaks up extra oil. Rice extract and ceramide NP also help soothe your skin, though an ideal cleanser for this skin type additionally needs targeted ingredients to actively fight acne and breakouts.

Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015

What does Rice do for oily acne-prone skin?

Rice helps calm oily, acne-prone skin by providing soothing and moisturizing benefits that keep your face feeling smooth without feeling heavy. It is generally safe for your skin type and may help balance moisture while supporting a clear complexion.

International Journal of Toxicology, 2006Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

What do Ceramides do for oily acne-prone skin?

Ceramides help restore the protective barrier of oily, acne-prone skin, which often lacks these vital lipids and suffers from moisture loss and irritation. Using products with ceramides supports skin hydration, calms redness, and improves overall texture while managing breakouts.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023

Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?

This enzyme powder cleanser goes into your weekly routine rather than daily use, as enzyme powders and other exfoliating steps start at once a week. Oily acne-prone skin requires cleansers of this type to also feature specialized ingredients that directly target acne and breakouts.

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

You can use this cleanser in your routine, but because it provides moderate exfoliation, it is best used on different days or times than your retinol to keep your oily skin calm and smooth. This product is unlikely to irritate your skin, and it helps clear away dead skin and excess oil while soothing.

How often should I use this cleanser?

Start using this enzyme powder once a week, and if your oily skin tolerates it well and you see good results, you can carefully use it more often. A product of this type works well for this skin when it includes specialized ingredients to directly target acne and breakouts.

Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?

This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin, as it contains soothing components and poses a low risk of irritation. However, because it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target acne, this skin type needs a product that also includes targeted blemish-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid or retinoids to properly manage breakouts.

Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2022

Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • A fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres, and papain glycospheres in aqueous gel applied once daily for 12 weeks achieved a 41% mean reduction in GAGS score and a 40.8% mean reduction in total lesions, with 15.3% of patients experiencing mild to moderate local side effects, in 94 evaluable patients with comedonal-papular, mild to moderate acne of the face.

    Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015

  • A lipid mixture enriched by ceramide NP with fatty acids of diverse chain lengths significantly improved skin barrier recovery rate, stratum corneum integrity, and hydration compared to a vehicle cream in healthy adult male volunteers with corticosteroid-impaired skin.

    Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2022

  • Daily application of a cream containing niosomes loaded with purple glutinous rice extract in 20 human volunteers for 28 days resulted in a significant decrease in melanin index and skin roughness by -14.05% and -9.95%, and increases in skin hydration and elastic recovery by +48.73% and +35.98% compared to initial values.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020

  • The iontophoretic delivery of hyaluronic acid nanogel-loaded Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate significantly reduced advanced glycation end products and mitigated skin stiffening in an ex vivo skin tissue glycation model.

    International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2025

  • Red rice extract suppressed UVB-induced inflammation and skin aging in human skin fibroblasts by inhibiting the MAPK signaling pathway, leading to decreased NF-kappa B and AP-1 activation, reduced ECM degradation, and increased ECM synthesis compared to UVB-irradiated controls.

    Natural Product Communications, 2016

  • Topical papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.

    Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016

  • Reflux extraction of Carica papaya leaves yielded higher antioxidant capacity and superior in vitro wound-healing activities including fibroblast proliferation, cell migration, and collagen synthesis in human skin fibroblasts compared to ultrasonic-assisted extraction and agitation.

    Molecules, 2020

  • Carica papaya leaf extracts obtained via supercritical fluid and conventional methods demonstrated antioxidant and cytoprotective effects on skin fibroblasts against oxidative stress, driven by their respective lipophilic and hydrophilic constituents.

    Molecules, 2021

  • Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2003

  • Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.

    Journal of Periodontology, 2009

  • Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022

  • A non-hydroquinone topical formulation (SKNB19) improved hyperpigmentation by 28.5% in patient self-assessment and 27% in independent reviewer assessment compared with 4% hydroquinone in 18 adult subjects, while showing significantly less irritation and better tolerability.

    Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020

  • Encapsulation of alpha arbutin in an optimized ethosomal gel significantly improved skin melanin reduction, moisture content, and elasticity in human volunteers compared to conventional formulations.

    Heliyon, 2023

  • Combining a home-based radiofrequency device and arbutin cream reduced mMASI scores by 25.6% and melanin index by 22.8% at 8 weeks compared to baseline in 38 participants.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

Why other products fit oily acne-prone skin better

Ingredients

Zea Mays Starch, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Diglycerin, Allantoin, Maltodextrin, Papain, Kaolin, Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Water, Rice Powder, Rice Lees Extract, Rice Bran Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Rice Extract, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Rice Seed Protein, Ceramide Np, Ascorbic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Protease, Caprylyl Glycol, Glucose, Glycerin, Tartaric Acid, Lactic Acid

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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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