EPICUTIS Oil Cleanser for mature skin
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Extract Wood
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Oil
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil
Macadamia Ternifolia Oil Nut Macadamia Oil Nut
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Average
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for mature skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. 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
- Suitable for normal skin due to the emollient properties of Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil and Limnanthes Versicolor Seed Oil, which effectively dissolve makeup and impurities. Tocopherol offers antioxidant support, providing moderate benefits for wrinkles and fine lines.
- The blend of nourishing oils like Macadamia Ternifolia Oil and Rice Bran Oil further supports skin hydration and barrier function.
- The product is safe for your normal skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover as part of your PM routine every evening. Start 3x/week and move to daily use as your skin feels comfortable.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser and toner. It acts as the very first step to melt away makeup.
- Gently massage a small amount of the makeup remover over dry skin to dissolve makeup, then rinse with warm water. Avoid any harsh rubbing around your eyes.
- Apply this makeup remover directly onto dry skin to effectively break down stubborn makeup and impurities. There is no need to dampen your face beforehand.
- Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin reacts well. Avoid direct contact with your eyes while cleansing.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, users with sensitive, dry, and acne-prone skin highly recommend this cleanser for its ability to effectively remove makeup and sunscreen without causing irritation. It is frequently noted for leaving the skin feeling soft, hydrated, and calm, making it suitable for post-procedure care and reactive complexions. Some users find the price point high and occasionally mention the bottle size is small.
Highlights
Gentle and non-stripping Mostly Mentioned
- “removes makeup without irritating my sensitive skin”
- “face feels clean, soft, and never tight”
- “cleanses thoroughly without stripping my skin”
Effective makeup removal Often Mentioned
- “melts away makeup and sunscreen effortlessly”
- “removes spf/dirt easily”
- “dissolves face makeup... in a flash”
Hydrating and softening Often Mentioned
- “leaves my skin feeling clean and hydrated”
- “skin feels soft, smooth and velvety”
- “nourishes my skin and leaves it feeling hydrated”
Expensive price point Often Mentioned
- “$85 for an oil cleanser? No way”
- “good products but stupidly expensive”
- “price tag is indeed hefty”
Acne-safe, non-clogging Sometimes Noted
- “acne safe, my skin is so sensitive”
- “helped balance my skin, reduce breakouts”
- “unclogs pores without stripping”
Lacks scent Rarely Noted
- “feels a little… too plain”
- “just very 'meh' for me”
- “no perceptible scent”
Occasional breakouts Rarely Noted
- “oil cleanser broke me out so bad”
- “tiny bumps on my cheeks”
- “skin got a little angry (oily, acne prone)”
Small bottle size Rarely Noted
- “wish it came in a bigger bottle”
- “go through it quickly”
- “wish it came in a larger size”
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Questions and answers
How well does Epicutis Oil Cleanser work for mature skin?
Epicutis Oil Cleanser works moderately well for mature skin, helping to dissolve makeup and impurities with plant oils while offering antioxidant support for fine lines. However, mature skin needs a cleanser that provides a broader spectrum of targeted nourishing and hydrating ingredients to fully maximize anti-aging benefits and overall effectiveness.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for mature skin?
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Nut Oil, and Rice Bran Oil help dissolve makeup and keep skin soft and hydrated. Tocopherol provides antioxidant support, while a cleanser for mature skin also needs a broader range of targeted ingredients to smooth wrinkles and fine lines.
What does Hinoki Wood Extract do for mature skin?
What does Hinoki Wood Oil do for mature skin?
Hinoki wood oil helps calm mature skin and supports a smooth, soft feel. It may also help keep the skin clear and comfortable as you age.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and as part of your weekly routine. Mature skin of this type needs a product with antioxidant support for fine lines, along with nourishing oils that support hydration and barrier function.
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before cleansing and applying your retinol treatment, as it is safe and gentle for the skin. To best support mature skin, this type of product needs nourishing plant oils like macadamia oil and rice bran oil to keep the skin soft and hydrated while using strong treatments.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine and weekly routine to dissolve makeup and impurities without irritation. To best care for mature skin, this type of product needs nourishing oils like macadamia nut oil and rice bran oil to support hydration and barrier function, alongside antioxidants for fine lines.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
Occasional breakouts are unlikely when using this cleanser on mature skin, as it is made with gentle, non-harsh ingredients that have a good safety profile. However, an average fit for mature skin means a product of this type needs richer nourishing oils and targeted antioxidant support to truly help smooth fine lines and keep the skin soft.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A topical serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract improved skin color, elasticity, radiance, smoothness, scaliness, and wrinkles compared to the untreated contralateral side in fifty female volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020A rice bran oil nanoemulsion formulated using low energy methods showed low irritation potential in vitro and improved skin moisture while maintaining normal skin pH in human volunteers during in vivo assessments.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011Safety and skin sensitization testing of emu and macadamia nut oil applied via standard patch test showed no adverse reactions in 20 participants.
Data in Brief, 2017A topical xanthan gum nanogel containing gamma-oryzanol-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers and nanosized TiO2 and MBBT filters demonstrated high photoprotection with an SPF of 34 and no skin irritation or sensitization in a rat model.
Pharmaceuticals, 2023Lactobacillus-fermented Chamaecyparis obtusa reduced inflammatory acne lesions by 65.3% compared to 38.2% with tea tree oil in 34 patients over 8 weeks, demonstrating superior efficacy, faster onset, and safety.
Dermatology, 2014Hinokitiol treatment attenuates LPS-induced proinflammatory factors, NF-kappaB activation, and cell migration in primary human keratinocytes via Sirt1 histone deacetylase activation.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017A lipid mixture representing major components of Chamaecyparis obtusa extract up-regulated HBD-3 and LL-37, exhibited bactericidal effects against Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes, protected against keratinocyte cell death, and accelerated skin wound healing and healing of S. aureus-superinfected wounds in an animal model.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2018
Why other pre-cleansers fit mature skin better
Camellia 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, 2007Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Panax ginseng root extract induced Type I procollagen synthesis and COL1A2 promoter activity through Smad2 phosphorylation in human dermal fibroblast cells.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2007
Ingredients
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Limnanthes Versicolor Seed Oil Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Oil Nut Macadamia Oil Nut, Rice Bran Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Tocopherol
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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