Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil for acne-prone skin
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Amino Acids
Omega 3
Micellar Technology
High
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for acne-prone skin; a few pre-cleansers fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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
- Highly suitable for your combination skin and acne, blemishes, and breakouts due to Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract and Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, which provide soothing, anti-inflammatory, and barrier repair benefits.
- The formulation effectively dissolves makeup and impurities with ethylhexyl palmitate and brassica campestris seed oil, aligning well with your skin's needs.
- The product is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine to clear away dirt and oil. Start 3x/week and work up to daily use if your combination skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before cleansing and using the rest of your skin products. This ensures all makeup and impurities are fully washed away.
- Gently press a small amount of the makeup remover onto your face using a soft cotton pad. Avoid rubbing the skin too harshly to prevent irritation.
- Apply the makeup remover on dry skin to easily dissolve makeup and clear out blemishes. There is no need to dampen your face beforehand.
- Do a patch test before first use to ensure your skin reacts well. Avoid the delicate eye area while applying.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 800+ reviewsThis cleansing oil is highly effective at gently dissolving waterproof makeup and SPF, leaving sensitive skin feeling soft and nourished. While most users find it suitable for reactive skin, a notable number of those with oily or combination skin report a lingering residue that requires a second cleanse, and some experience temporary blurry vision after use.
Highlights
Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “melts every bit of make up and SPF off”
- “waterproof mascara disappeared easily”
- “removes persistent makeup especially waterproof”
Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't cause any irritation”
- “soothing and nourishing the skin”
- “respects my skin's natural pH”
Hydrating feel Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin feeling hydrated”
- “skin is left clean, soothed, and nourished”
- “never dries out my skin”
Oily residue Often Mentioned
- “requires a thorough follow-up”
- “feels slippery and that greasy feeling won't go away”
- “left a film on my skin”
Good emulsification Sometimes Noted
- “emulsifies well and washes off”
- “oil to milk texture”
- “rinses clean away”
Blurry vision Sometimes Noted
- “coat the eyes with a milky film”
- “made my vision a bit blurry”
- “cloudy effect in eyes”
Thick texture Rarely Noted
- “a little on the thick side”
- “dragged on my skin”
- “heavier texture”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “scent a little off putting”
- “smells like cooking oil”
- “natural oil scent”
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Questions and answers
What makes Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil a great fit for acne-prone skin?
Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil is a great fit for your acne-prone skin because it contains soothing and barrier-repairing ingredients like Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract and Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate. It also effectively dissolves makeup and impurities using oils that match your skin's needs without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for acne-prone skin?
This cleanser is a great fit for acne-prone skin thanks to Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract and Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, which help soothe the skin and calm redness. It is unlikely to cause irritation and is a safe choice for daily use.
What does Ethylhexyl Palmitate do for acne-prone skin?
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is an isopropyl ester that may clog pores and trigger breakouts in acne-prone skin. It tends to behave as a heavy offender for blemishes, so oily or blemish-prone skin often needs lighter ingredients that keep pores clear.
What does Canola Oil do for acne-prone skin?
Canola oil is a weak fit for acne-prone skin because heavy plant oils may clog pores and trigger breakouts. Acne-prone skin needs lightweight, non-clogging hydrators and gentle pore-clearing ingredients like salicylic acid instead.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and in your weekly routine before your cleanser and enzyme powder. It is safe for acne-prone skin and helps dissolve makeup and impurities without irritation.
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your PM routine before your cleanser, followed by your retinol treatment and moisturizer. Using a gentle, barrier-friendly product like this helps keep acne-prone skin calm and is unlikely to cause irritation when combined with strong treatments.
How often should I use it?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine to gently wash away makeup and impurities without causing irritation. It is safe for daily use on your acne-prone skin.
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cleansing oil is a great fit for acne-prone skin because it gently dissolves makeup and impurities without harsh ingredients that cause irritation, while soothing extracts help keep breakouts calm. It is unlikely to clog pores or cause purging, though you may notice a rich, oily residue left behind.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Soy lecithin increased percutaneous absorption and provided a rapid anti-inflammatory effect, whereas solid lipid nanoparticles produced a delayed and sustained release of stearyl glycyrrhetinate.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013A single application of a sterol-enriched fraction from canola oil significantly reduced visible signs of irritation and transepidermal water loss compared to water in SLS-irritated skin of 21 healthy subjects.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 1996Polymeric micelles of oleanolic acid applied around the eyes of 23 female subjects for 8 weeks significantly improved all five optical profilometry skin parameters and visual evaluation scores without causing skin irritation.
Nanoscale Research Letters, 2020The overall unpleasant sensations score improved by 47.7%, 57.9%, and 62.7% at D2, D14, and D28 respectively compared to baseline in 400 individuals using a micellar solution.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2021Optimized vinpocetine-loaded TPGS-ALA micelles enhanced transdermal skin penetration compared with raw vinpocetine transdermal film formulation.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2019Cationic Glab-containing polymeric micelles derived from PMCP increased skin absorption by approximately fourfold and significantly increased the inhibition of melanogenesis compared with conventional oil-in-water micelles using a human skin model, without releasing IL-1alpha.
PloS One, 2016
Ingredients
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Water, Sodium Pca, Propanediol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
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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