🇳🇱Netherlands

ma:nyo Pure Cleansing Milk for combination skin

Average

  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

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

  • This product offers moderate cleansing and hydration for your combination skin, with ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid and Glycerin providing humectant benefits, while Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil offers emollient properties to support overall skin health.
  • While it provides general skincare benefits like soothing from Allantoin and hydration, it lacks targeted ingredients to effectively address your specific concern of oily shine.
  • The product is safe for your combination skin, as it contains soothing ingredients like Allantoin and Panthenol and avoids harsh or prohibited substances.

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

★4.7Overall rating based on 1.2k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, this product is widely praised as an ultra-gentle, non-stripping cleanser ideal for sensitive, dry, and acne-prone skin. Users consistently report that it effectively removes light makeup and sunscreen while leaving the skin feeling soft, hydrated, and "bouncy," though it often requires a second cleanse for heavy or waterproof makeup.

Highlights

  • Extremely gentle Mostly Mentioned
    • “never experienced any irritation”
    • “calms my redness”
    • “feels like a lotion”
  • Hydrating finish Often Mentioned
    • “skin felt hydrated and bouncy”
    • “no tightness after washing”
    • “leaves a moisture film”
  • Soft, milky texture Often Mentioned
    • “smooth milky texture”
    • “glides over skin”
    • “feels soft on complexion”
  • Struggles with waterproof makeup Often Mentioned
    • “mascara was left behind”
    • “need a separate eye remover”
    • “not heavy-duty enough”
  • Effective for light makeup Sometimes Noted
    • “removes sunscreen perfectly”
    • “melts away daily grime”
    • “great morning cleanser”
  • Leaves a residue Sometimes Noted
    • “leaves a film”
    • “hard to rinse off completely”
    • “felt I needed a second wash”
  • Polarizing scent Rarely Noted
    • “scent is too strong”
    • “smells a bit like soy milk”
    • “fragrance didn't appeal to me”
  • Small bottle size Rarely Noted
    • “bottle runs out quickly”
    • “wish they offered a larger size”
    • “no refill option”

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Questions and answers

How well does ma:nyo Pure Cleansing Milk work for combination skin?

This cleanser works reasonably well for your combination skin by offering moderate cleansing, soothing, and hydration, but it lacks targeted ingredients to control oily shine. A cleanser for combination skin needs to safely balance oil production while maintaining moisture, providing high-quality cleansing and barrier-repairing ingredients to address both oily and dry areas effectively.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for combination skin?

This cleanser fits combination skin thanks to hyaluronic acid and glycerin for moisture, and allantoin and panthenol to help keep the skin calm. Combination skin needs a product that safely balances oil production, maintains hydration to handle both dry and oily areas without irritation, and clarifies the complexion.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

What does Milk Extract do for combination skin?

Milk Extract helps hydrate dry areas while keeping oily zones feeling balanced and smooth. It gently softens the skin and may improve overall texture without clogging pores.

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for combination skin?

Hyaluronic acid is a great fit for combination skin because it quenches dry areas with a boost of hydration while keeping oily zones balanced. Regular use helps smooth out fine lines and makes your skin feel soft and plump without causing irritation.

Dermatology and Therapy, 2021Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011

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

This cleanser goes in the morning routine and as the second step of the evening routine after removing makeup. A cleanser of this type for combination skin needs gentle ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin for moisture alongside targeted ingredients to help control oily shine.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

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

You can use this cleanser with retinol by applying it first to gently wash your face before your retinol step. It is safe for your skin, but combination skin dealing with oily shine also needs targeted balancing ingredients to manage excess oil.

How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this cleanser daily in the morning and evening as part of your routine. It provides moderate cleansing and hydration with safe, soothing ingredients, but because it lacks targeted ingredients for oily shine, combination skin needs a cleanser that also helps balance excess oil.

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

This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on your combination skin because it avoids harsh ingredients and contains soothing elements like allantoin and panthenol. However, since it leaves a residue, a cleanser for this skin needs lighter, non-greasy moisturizing ingredients to help manage oily shine without heavy buildup.

The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

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

You can use this cleanser around the eyes and on the body because its gentle formula is safe and unlikely to irritate. However, for combination skin, this product needs to be paired with targeted ingredients that control oily shine.

Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.

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
  • Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016
  • A new topical panthenol-containing emollient significantly improved transepidermal water loss reduction, stratum corneum hydration, and intercellular lipid lamellae length compared with control in healthy subjects without negatively impacting bacterial viability.

    The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
  • A panthenol-enriched mask significantly decreased erythema and hyperpigmentation, increased sebum and stratum corneum moisture, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to a saline dressing in 60 subjects undergoing facial laser treatment.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
  • Topical application of Bifidobacterium-fermented soy milk extract significantly restored elasticity and viscoelasticity, increased hyaluronic acid content, and improved hydration and thickness in mouse skin, and lessened the decrease in skin elasticity in human skin compared to baseline.

    Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2004
  • Bifidobacterium-fermented soy milk extract stimulated hyaluronic acid production in human keratinocytes and fibroblasts and in hairless mouse skin compared to nonfermented soy milk extract, mediated by released genistein and daidzein.

    Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2003
  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022
  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019
  • A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
  • An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.

    Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018
  • Prophylactic application of a topical scar gel containing Allium cepae extract, allantoin, and heparin significantly improves patient-assessed scar color, stiffness, and irregularity compared to no treatment in women following a cesarean section.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2014

Why other cleansers fit combination skin better

Ingredients

Water, Extract Milk, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Sorbitol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, C14-22 Alcohols, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hyaluronic Acid, Allantoin, Panthenol, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract Anise Fruit Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Glyceryl Caprylate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glucose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopherol, Jasmine Oil, Cananga Odorata Oil Flower

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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