Clinique all about clean for sensitive skin
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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A weak match for sensitive skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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 normal skin, as glycerin and hyaluronic acid help maintain hydration without being too heavy. The presence of Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Cocamidopropyl Betaine effectively removes impurities.
- While the formula provides general skincare benefits, it does not directly address your primary concerns of redness and irritation.
How to apply
- Use your cleanser in the AM and PM routines every day. Start using it daily since your sensitive skin needs gentle care.
- Apply this first in your morning and evening skincare routine before toner and moisturizer. This clears away dirt without upsetting your skin.
- Gently massage a small amount onto your face using soft circles. Avoid any rough rubbing to keep redness away.
- Apply the cleanser on slightly damp skin to help it wash away impurities softly. Clean skin feels fresh and comfortable afterwards.
- Avoid getting the cleanser in your eyes and do a quick patch test before first use. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 8.8k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this dermatologist-developed cleanser line is a long-time staple for users with varying skin types, praised for effectively removing dirt and oil while maintaining the skin's moisture balance. While the majority of users with sensitive or combination skin find it gentle and non-irritating, a subset of reviewers experience dryness or a tight feeling after use.
Highlights
Effective cleansing Often Mentioned
- “squeaky clean”
- “removes everything”
- “face feels fresh”
Gentle and non-stripping Often Mentioned
- “doesn't dry out”
- “gentle on skin”
- “soft lather”
Fragrance-free Sometimes Noted
- “no scent”
- “good for sensitive skin”
- “allergy tested”
Great value Sometimes Noted
- “lasts forever”
- “little goes a long way”
- “good investment”
Skin type options Sometimes Noted
- “perfect for oily t-zone”
- “great for dry skin”
- “balances combination skin”
Can be drying Sometimes Noted
- “leaves face tight”
- “too drying”
- “stripped my skin”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “caused bumps”
- “broke me out”
- “skin reaction”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “pump broke”
- “hard to dispense”
- “wasteful bottle design”
Residue left Rarely Noted
- “hard to rinse”
- “filmy feeling”
- “residue on skin”
Struggles with makeup Rarely Noted
- “didn't remove mascara”
- “need double cleanse”
- “makeup remains”
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Questions and answers
Why is CLINIQUE All About Clean a weak match for sensitive skin?
This cleanser is a weak match for sensitive skin because it does not directly address redness and irritation, and a cleanser for this skin needs soothing ingredients like Niacinamide and Ceramide-3 to clean without stripping moisture.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for sensitive skin?
This cleanser is a weak match for sensitive skin because it relies on Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Cocamidopropyl Betaine, which can be too strong and may trigger redness or irritation. A cleanser for this skin needs soothing and hydrating ingredients like Niacinamide and Ceramide-3 to keep the skin calm and comfortable.
What does Water do for sensitive skin?
Using cool water for facial cleansing preserves skin barrier integrity and lowers skin surface pH in healthy adults. This helps keep skin calm and hydrated without causing the irritation associated with warmer water.
What does Sodium Laureth Sulfate do for sensitive skin?
Sodium laureth sulfate may cause irritation and can dry out sensitive skin by stripping away moisture and increasing water loss. Because of this, sensitive skin needs gentler cleansers that use mild ingredients like alkyl polyglucoside instead.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026Food and Chemical Toxicology, 2001
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This cleanser goes in the morning and evening steps of your routine. Because this product is a weak match for sensitive skin, a cleanser for this skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid that clean without causing redness or irritation.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
This cleanser is a weak match for sensitive skin because it does not directly address redness and irritation, so sensitive skin needs a gentle cleanser with calming ingredients and barrier-restoring ceramides instead.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser is a weak match for sensitive skin because it does not directly address redness and irritation. To fit this skin type, a cleanser of this type needs calming ingredients and extra gentle cleansing agents that keep the skin calm and comfortable.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for sensitive skin, though it may occasionally feel a bit drying. A cleanser for this skin needs soothing, gentle ingredients that calm redness and protect the skin barrier without stripping natural moisture.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is a weak match for sensitive skin because it does not directly address redness and irritation. A cleanser for this skin needs gentle, soothing ingredients and mild cleansers that wash away dirt without stripping moisture.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
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, 2017Sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) treatment decreases lipid membrane chain conformational order and stiffness leading to increased water sorption and diffusivity, whereas sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) treatment increases lipid membrane conformational order and stiffness with increased water sorption capacity driven by its hygroscopic nature.
Langmuir, 2014The 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, 2003
Why other cleansers fit sensitive skin better
Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002A dexpanthenol-containing cream accelerated skin barrier repair, increased stratum corneum hydration, reduced skin roughness, and decreased skin redness compared to vehicle and untreated controls in sodium lauryl sulphate-irritated skin.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2002
Ingredients
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Sucrose, Hyaluronic Acid, Caffeine, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol
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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