Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash for combination skin
Glycerin
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Myristic Acid
Lauric Acid
Triethanolamine
Average
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for combination skin; other cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 lauric acid and myristic acid help decongest pores while glycerin provides essential hydration. O-Cymen-5-Ol and Isopropyl Methylphenol offer antimicrobial benefits, further supporting your goal of managing oily shine.
- The formula is safe for your combination skin, with glycerin acting as a soothing humectant and the absence of harsh ingredients minimizing irritation risk.
- This product is generally safe for your combination skin, with no harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing glycerin.
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.
People Say
★3.7Overall rating based on 3.1k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this foaming face wash is frequently recommended for oily and acne-prone skin, with many users appreciating its effectiveness in controlling oil and clearing impurities. However, a significant number of users with dry or sensitive skin report that the formula can be too drying or harsh for regular use.
Highlights
Effective oil control Often Mentioned
- “Removes excess oil and keeps skin fresh.”
- “My face doesn't feel oily at all even after 2 hours.”
- “Great for oily skinned people.”
- “Removes extra oil from the skin.”
Reduces acne Often Mentioned
- “It really prevents pimples.”
- “Notable reduction in my breakouts.”
- “Acne on my cheeks dried up completely.”
- “Helps prevent pimples and acne.”
Causes skin dryness Often Mentioned
- “Not good to use if you have extremely dry skin.”
- “It may lead to dryness.”
- “It can feel a bit dry if you don't have oily skin.”
- “A bit drying in colder weather.”
Affordable price Sometimes Noted
- “Affordable for good worth.”
- “Offers quality at a lower cost.”
- “I can't believe a cheap drugstore product can be this good!”
Deep cleansing Sometimes Noted
- “Pulls out every last bit of dirt.”
- “Leaves my skin feeling fresh and thoroughly clean.”
- “Cleans deep without causing dryness.”
Formula changes Sometimes Noted
- “This new formula is very watery.”
- “Recently, it seems, they've changed the scent a little.”
- “Manufacturer apparently made the stupid decision to change the formula.”
Irritation potential Rarely Noted
- “Burned the skin all over my face.”
- “Several of my friends told me it never suited them.”
Strong fragrance Rarely Noted
- “Fragrance too strong for my liking.”
- “Having sensitive skin means fragrances are a no-no.”
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Questions and answers
How well does Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash work for combination skin?
Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash offers moderate cleansing for combination skin, helping clear pores and manage oily shine while providing hydration with glycerin. However, a cleanser for this skin type needs exceptionally safe ingredients that effectively balance oil and maintain hydration across both oily and dry areas without any risk of irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2019
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for combination skin?
Lauric acid and myristic acid help decongest pores, while glycerin provides essential hydration to keep your skin balanced. To work even better for combination skin, a cleanser of this type needs ingredients that exceptionally balance oil production, maintain hydration, and repair the skin barrier without causing any irritation.
Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2019Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
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.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Cocamidopropyl Betaine do for combination skin?
Cocamidopropyl Betaine helps clean combination skin without stripping natural moisture, making it a gentle option for daily use. It is widely used in cleansers to lift away excess oil while keeping dry areas comfortable.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This cleanser goes in the morning and evening steps of your routine. A gentle cleanser helps wash away dirt while keeping your skin balanced and comfortable.
Can I use this cleanser with salicylic acid, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser with salicylic acid by using the cleanser first to remove oil and impurities, followed by your salicylic acid treatment. Combination skin needs a cleanser that gently decongests pores with ingredients like lauric acid and myristic acid while providing hydration with glycerin.
Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2019Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this cleanser daily as part of your morning and evening routine. A mild cleanser helps keep your combination skin clean and hydrated without causing irritation.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for combination skin, as lauric acid and myristic acid help clear out pores while glycerin keeps skin hydrated. However, reviewers frequently mention that it causes dryness, so it may need a boost from a richer moisturizer to keep skin soft.
Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2019Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is generally safe to use on the body, but it is best avoided close to the eyes because the skin there is much thinner and more sensitive. Cleansers used for thin skin areas or the body need gentle, hydrating ingredients like glycerin and soothing plant extracts to prevent dryness and irritation.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Co-application of curcumin and lauric acid liposomal gel exhibited enhanced antibacterial effect and a two-fold reduction in comedones count and cytokines in a rat ear model compared to the placebo-treated group.
Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2019All three treatments—benzoyl peroxide, benzoyl peroxide plus erythromycin, and the combination of niacinamide, gallic acid, and lauric acid—were effective in reducing acne vulgaris severity in ninety patients over eight weeks.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2020Tripotassium phosphate (TPP) solutions and mixtures of TPP with lauric or myristic acid exhibited strong microbicidal activity against various gram-negative bacteria, gram-positive bacteria, and yeasts in vitro, and washing processed broiler chicken skin with TPP and fatty acid mixtures significantly reduced populations of aerobic bacteria, campylobacters, E. coli, pseudomonads, and yeasts.
Journal of Food Protection, 2005A 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, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012The cytotoxic effect of sodium lauryl sulphate on normal human keratinocytes was significantly decreased when combined with cocamidopropyl betaine, Tween 20, and Tween 80 at concentrations well below the critical micelle concentration.
Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2003Glycerosomes loaded with lincomycin and lauric acid incorporated into a carbopol hydrogel achieved a two-fold increase in skin deposition of lincomycin and reduced inflammation, bacterial load, and improved histopathological changes in an acne mouse model compared to lincomycin hydrogel.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2023Babassu oil and lauric acid inhibited mice ear edema induced by various phlogistic agents, and its topical anti-inflammatory activity was markedly increased when formulated into a microemulsion.
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2017Topical 2% tea lotion significantly decreased inflammatory lesions and was superior to 5% zinc sulphate solution in patients with acne vulgaris.
Saudi Medical Journal, 2008Topical 2% tea lotion significantly reduced the mean lesion count of papules and pustules in patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to a control solution over 2 months.
Saudi Medical Journal, 2006
Ingredients
Water, Triethanolamine, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Lauryl Phosphate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Pentasodium Triphosphate, O-Cymen-5-Ol Isopropyl Methylphenol, Benzophenone-4, Butylated Hydroxytoluene
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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