Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil for acne-prone skin
Black Rice Extract
Rice Bran Oil
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil
Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit
Jojoba Seed OilAverage
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for acne-prone skin; other pre-cleansers fit it 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
- Offers moderate suitability for your combination skin, as Rice Bran Oil and Sunflower Seed Oil provide emollient action that hydrates without being overly heavy. While these ingredients offer general cleansing benefits and support for acne-prone skin, they do not directly target acne and blemishes.
- The formulation excels at makeup removal due to Rice Bran Oil and Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, effectively dissolving impurities. However, it lacks sufficient seboregulating ingredients for optimal oil control on your combination skin.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your acne-prone skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing agents like Rice Bran Oil and Jojoba Seed Oil.
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
★4.7Overall rating based on 600+ reviewsUsers with dry, sensitive, and combination skin highly praise this cleansing oil for effectively removing makeup and sunscreen while preserving skin moisture. Most users find it gentle and hydrating. A moderate number of users with sensitive eyes report stinging or blurriness, and a low number of users with oily skin find the texture slightly heavy.
Highlights
Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “melted away my waterproof sunscreen”
- “removed layers of foundation easily”
- “dissolves impurities quickly”
- “great for double cleansing”
Gentle, unscented Often Mentioned
- “no irritation on my sensitive skin”
- “love that it is fragrance-free”
- “great simple ingredient list”
- “didn't cause redness”
Non-stripping, hydrating Often Mentioned
- “skin felt soft afterwards”
- “didn't leave my face tight”
- “felt moisturizing”
- “perfect for dry winter skin”
Emulsifies well Sometimes Noted
- “emulsifies instantly with water”
- “rinses clean with no residue”
- “turns milky white immediately”
- “easy to wash off”
Eye irritation Sometimes Noted
- “stung my eyes badly”
- “gave me blurry vision”
- “irritates eyes no matter how I use it”
- “had to rinse eyes thoroughly”
Natural oil scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like olive oil”
- “has a deep fryer scent”
- “earthy oil smell”
- “scent is a bit off-putting”
Thick texture Rarely Noted
- “feels like cooking oil”
- “thicker than I expected”
- “a bit heavy to spread”
- “dragged on my skin slightly”
Waterproof mascara Rarely Noted
- “didn't fully remove waterproof mascara”
- “had to go in twice for eyeliner”
- “struggled with lash glue”
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Questions and answers
How well does the Haruharu Wonder Deep Cleansing Oil work for acne-prone skin?
This cleansing oil works moderately well for acne-prone skin, dissolving makeup effectively while hydrating without feeling overly heavy. However, it does not directly target blemishes or control oil, so acne-prone skin needs a product with ingredients that soothe breakouts and balance oil production.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for acne-prone skin?
Rice Bran Oil and Jojoba Seed Oil make this cleanser a good fit for acne-prone skin by providing gentle moisture without causing irritation. To work even better for this skin type, a cleanser of this type needs specific ingredients that directly target breakouts and help control excess oil.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012
What does Black Rice Extract do for acne-prone skin?
Black Rice Extract helps calm angry skin and reduce redness by supporting anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may help keep acne-prone skin balanced and clear.
Scientific Reports, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
What does Rice Bran Oil do for acne-prone skin?
Rice bran oil helps improve skin moisture while maintaining a normal skin pH and has a low irritation potential. However, because it is an average fit for acne-prone skin, a product of this type for this skin needs lightweight, non-clogging ingredients that help calm breakouts and balance oil without heavy greasiness.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your regular cleanser. To better fit acne-prone skin, a product of this type needs ingredients that actively control oil and directly target blemishes.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before your regular cleanser when using retinol, as it is very safe and unlikely to cause irritation. To work best for acne-prone skin, this type of product needs extra oil-clearing and blemish-targeting ingredients.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening as the first step of your PM routine to dissolve makeup and impurities without irritating your skin. It has an excellent safety profile with soothing ingredients, but because it lacks ingredients that actively control oil and breakouts, acne-prone skin needs a cleanser of this type with added blemish-fighting or oil-balancing ingredients.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to cause irritation on acne-prone skin, but it does not directly target acne or control excess oil. A product for this skin needs ingredients that help balance oil and actively target blemishes.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A 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, 2011Clay jojoba oil facial masks reduced total skin lesions by a mean of 54% after 6 weeks in 133 participants with acne-prone, lesioned skin and mild acne compared to baseline.
Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012Topical application of jojoba wax reduced LPS-induced secretion of IL-6, IL-8, and TNFα by approximately 30% and increased the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid compared to untreated skin in an ex-vivo human skin organ culture model.
Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024A 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, 2023Black rice extract treatment downregulated MMP-1 and MMP-3 expression, increased type I procollagen expression, and reduced reactive oxygen species production in ultraviolet-irradiated HaCaT and human dermal fibroblast skin cells.
International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2018Black rice hydrolyzed peptides induce a dose-dependent increase in hyaluronan synthase 2 gene expression and effectively increase hyaluronan production in HaCaT keratinocytes.
Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, 2007Nanoencapsulation of rice bran oil in a hydrogel prevented UVB-induced ear edema by 60% and reduced protein carbonylation and NF-κB nuclear translocation by 81% and 87%, respectively, in mice compared to a control hydrogel.
European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2015Topical jojoba oil application in male mice decreased exercise-induced pro-inflammatory gene expression (Il-1b and Il-6 in soleus, Il-1b in gastrocnemius) compared to untreated exercised mice.
Biomolecules, 2025Nanolipidgel formulations with argan or jojoba oil and humectants demonstrate good sensory attributes, instrumental properties, and moisturizing efficacy for cosmetic application.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2014
Why other pre-cleansers fit acne-prone skin better
Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023
Ingredients
Rice Bran Oil, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Jojoba Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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