Dermalogica Daily Milkfoliant for oily skin
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract Oat Kernel Extract
Sodium Hyaluronate
Papain
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Camellia Oleifera Seed Extract
High
- HighOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A great choice for oily skin; a few products fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 excellent exfoliation for your oily skin, as papain and citric acid work synergistically to smooth texture and manage oily shine. Oat kernel protein and allantoin provide soothing benefits, ensuring comfort for your non-sensitive skin.
- The formulation effectively addresses concerns about oily shine by utilizing enzymatic and chemical exfoliation.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of calming components.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your PM routine once a week. You can slowly increase frequency if your skin likes it.
- Apply your enzyme powder exfoliant after cleansing and toning, but always right before your hydrating mask or moisturizer.
- Mix the powder with a little water in your hands to create a paste. Gently massage onto your face without rubbing too hard.
- Apply it on your clean, slightly damp skin for the best exfoliating results. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water afterwards.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a quick patch test before your very first use to stay safe.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 300+ reviewsUsers frequently report that it leaves their skin feeling soft, smooth, and hydrated. Some individuals, particularly those with oily skin or seeking strong exfoliation for hyperpigmentation, find the formula to be too mild for their needs.
Highlights
Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly Mentioned
- “great for anyone looking for a chemical exfoliant that doesn't irritate sensitive skin”
- “gentle enough to use regularly, even on sensitive days”
- “super gentle so on those areas on my cheeks that I tend to get sensitive the most”
Softens and smooths Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves my skin smooth, soft, and brighter”
- “skin looks and feels smoother and softer after use”
- “texture of my skin became softer and smoother”
- “leaves my skin really soft!”
Hydrating and non-stripping Often Mentioned
- “doesn't leave your skin feeling stripped or tight”
- “skin didn't feel stripped of its natural oils”
- “makes your skin feel so soft and hydrated”
- “super nourishing”
Safe for daily use Sometimes Noted
- “something that works gently, every day”
- “recommend this to use everyday”
- “gentle enough to use on a regular basis”
Too weak for some Sometimes Noted
- “feels so weak to me”
- “not very exfoliating”
- “struggle to feel like this has exfoliated their skin”
- “might be too gentle”
Hassle to mix Rarely Noted
- “never like products you need to mix yourself”
- “don't like the extra hassle”
- “having to mix it myself”
High price point Rarely Noted
- “sound on the pricier side”
- “a big price for a powder”
- “not what you're paying £59 for”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “isn't the nicest smelling product either”
- “musty, earthy scent that's not enjoyable”
- “the smell is unpleasant to me”
Sources: lovi.care, lovelyskin.com, dermstore.com, gloskinbody.com.au, saloncentric.com, walmart.com, and more
Questions and answers
What makes Daily Milkfoliant a great fit for oily skin?
Dermalogica Daily Milkfoliant is a great fit because papain and citric acid smooth the texture of oily skin and manage shine, while oat kernel protein and allantoin calm it. This combination helps keep oily skin comfortable and smooth without causing irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002
Which ingredients make this exfoliant a good fit for oily skin?
Papain and citric acid make this exfoliant a great fit for oily skin by smoothing texture and managing shine, while oat kernel protein and allantoin help keep skin calm and comfortable.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002
What does Avena Sativa Kernel Extract do for oily skin?
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract helps calm and soothe oily skin while keeping it balanced without feeling heavy. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may reduce redness and inflammation.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps oily skin by reducing extra oil and sebum production without causing irritation. Clinical studies show it successfully balances oil levels while keeping the skin comfortable.
Where does this exfoliant go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This enzyme powder exfoliant goes in your weekly routine, used once a week as Lovi routines start exfoliating steps. People who tolerate it well and see good results can carefully use it more often.
Can I use this exfoliant with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this enzyme powder exfoliant alongside a retinol routine, but apply them on different nights to prevent irritation. Using an enzyme exfoliant on your weekly routine night helps clear away dead cells and manage oily shine without overwhelming your skin.
How often should I use this exfoliant?
Start by using this enzyme powder once a week as part of your weekly routine, and you may carefully use it more often if your oily skin tolerates it well and sees good results.
Can this exfoliant clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This exfoliant is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or lead to purging on oily skin, as it relies on gentle enzymes and acids to clear buildup and manage shine without harshness. Soothing ingredients like oat kernel extract help keep the skin calm and comfortable.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002
Is this exfoliant fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (limonene and linalool).
What the research says
Daily treatment with a facial serum containing multiple acids reduced post-inflammatory hyperchromia lesion grade and number by 29.4% at 56 days, and decreased skin oiliness by 30.7% at 7 days in Brazilian patients with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021A multiple W/O/W emulsion containing Rosmarinus officinalis L., Avena sativa L., and Linum usitatissimum L. extracts showed no irritant, phototoxic, inflammatory, or allergenic potential in human skin models and patch tests, establishing its safety as a cosmetic base.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Topically applied Avena sativa and Avena Rhealba oatmeal extracts significantly reduced skin irritation parameters including a* parameter increase and blood flow increase compared to vehicle in 12 healthy individuals subjected to the sodium lauryl sulfate irritation model.
Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002Colloidal oat extracts diminished pro-inflammatory cytokines in vitro and colloidal oat lotion improved skin dryness, scaling, roughness, and itch intensity in healthy female subjects compared to baseline.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015A repair cream containing Rhealba oat plantlets extract, l-ALA-l-GLU dipeptide, and hyaluronic acid provided immediate relief and was judged by doctors as good or very good in 96.8% of cases for wound healing in 2,363 patients following dermatological acts.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2018Colloidal oat increased the growth rate, metabolism, and lactic acid production of Staphylococcus epidermidis compared to Staphylococcus aureus in vitro, matching clinical increases in lactic acid on dry skin after 6 weeks of lotion use.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2021A dermocosmetic product containing oat plantlet sap and Garcinia mangostana extract reduced retentional and inflammatory acne lesions by 21% and 35% respectively after 2 months in 54 subjects with mild-to-moderate acne.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2024Topical 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, 2011Topical 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, 2022Treatment 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, 2019Topical papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016A 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, 2015Reflux 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, 2020Sodium cocoyl isethionate micelles are too large to penetrate stratum corneum aqueous pores, resulting in significant steric hindrance that prevents skin barrier perturbation and explains its skin mildness.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007Camellia oleifera Abel shell 1,3-butanediol extract decreased facial melanin levels by 59% from baseline at 6 weeks compared to a placebo group showing no effect in 30 female subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Camellia japonica oil activated the human COL1A2 promoter, induced type I procollagen synthesis, inhibited matrix metalloproteinase-1 activity, and reduced trans-epidermal water loss without inducing adverse reactions in human skin.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2007Camellia japonica placenta extract treatment upregulated hair growth marker genes in human follicle dermal papilla cells in vitro and improved scalp moisture, sebum, keratin, and erythema in 42 adult female participants in vivo.
FEBS Open Bio, 2021
Ingredients
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sorbitol, Zea Mays Starch, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Saccharomyces Ferment, Rice Starch, Magnesium Oxide, Citric Acid, Tapioca Starch, Avena Sativa Kernel Protein Oat Kernel Protein, Camellia Oleifera Seed Extract, Silica, Coconut Fruit Extract, Inulin, Cassia Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Silybum Marianum Seed Oil, Kaolin, Lauryl Methacrylate Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Papain, Sodium Hyaluronate, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract Oat Kernel Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Avena Sativa Bran Extract Oat Bran Extract, Glycine Soja Oil Soybean Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Grape Fruit Extract, Bergamot Oil Fruit, Rosewood Oil Wood, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil Leaf, Chamomilla Recutita Oil Flower Matricaria Oil Flower, Pumpkin Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract Carrot Root Extract, Sea Salt, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Tocopherol, Castoryl Maleate, Caprylyl Glycol, Allantoin, Diglycerin, Maltodextrin, Lauroyl Lysine, Arginine, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Beta-Carotene, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Dextrin, Sodium Palmitate, Sodium Chloride, Acacia Senegal Gum, Sodium Citrate, Water, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Limonene, Linalool
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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