Mustela Baby Cleansing Water for dry sensitive skin
Avocado Perseose
Glycerin
Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Patented Soothing
Average
- HighDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for dry sensitive skin; other cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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 dry skin due to the presence of glycerin and aloe vera leaf juice powder with humectant action, which provide supportive benefits for dryness and flakiness.
- The cleansing agents, caprylyl capryl glucoside and saponaria officinalis root extract, offer moderate cleansing without compromising your dry and sensitive skin.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your dry and sensitive skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use your cleanser AM and PM every day to keep your face fresh. Start slowly once a day if your dry skin feels sensitive at first.
- Apply your cleanser first thing in your routine before any toner or moisturizer. Follow the usual steps for your AM or PM daily routine.
- Gently massage the cleanser onto your face using soft circular motions. Avoid harsh rubbing to protect your dry skin.
- Apply the cleanser to slightly damp skin to help it clean gently without stripping moisture. This method is very safe for sensitive and dry skin types.
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and avoid the delicate eye area. Always do a patch test before using the product for the first time.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 500+ reviewsThis no-rinse cleansing water is widely celebrated for its ability to clear up baby acne and soothe sensitive skin without causing irritation. Parents frequently use it for quick cleanups between baths, noting that it leaves skin soft and hydrated, though opinions on its signature scent are divided.
Highlights
Convenient no-rinse Mostly Mentioned
- “perfect for in-between baths”
- “great for quick diaper changes”
- “easy face wipe after feeding”
- “lifesaver for on-the-go cleaning”
Clears baby acne Often Mentioned
- “cleared up newborn's acne in 2-3 days”
- “healed red bumps in a week”
- “skin looked better overnight”
- “magic for baby acne”
Gentle on sensitive Often Mentioned
- “soothing on rashy skin”
- “gentle enough for newborns”
- “never causes redness”
Pleasant scent Sometimes Noted
- “smells amazing and clean”
- “classic baby smell”
- “love the signature scent”
- “leaves baby smelling fresh”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “expensive for water”
- “price is pretty steep”
- “pricier than standard wipes”
- “costly for daily use”
Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “smell is too flowery”
- “perfume is overwhelming”
- “wish it was fragrance-free”
- “scent lingers too long”
Pump dispenser issues Rarely Noted
- “squirts out too much”
- “pump is hard to control”
- “wastes product when pumping”
Sticky residue Rarely Noted
- “left skin feeling tacky”
- “slightly sticky after drying”
- “residue on the neck”
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Questions and answers
How well does Mustela Baby Cleansing Water work for dry sensitive skin?
Mustela Baby Cleansing Water is an average fit for your dry sensitive skin, offering gentle cleansing and helpful moisture without causing irritation. To work best for this skin type, a product of this type needs rich hydrating and barrier-repairing ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin and aloe vera leaf juice powder help make this cleanser a good fit for dry sensitive skin by drawing in moisture, while gentle cleansing agents clean without stripping the skin. A cleanser for this skin type needs richer hydrating and barrier-repairing ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid to maintain moisture and protect the skin.
What does Avocado Perseose do for dry sensitive skin?
Avocado Perseose helps protect and hydrate dry sensitive skin by supporting the skin lipid barrier. This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation and is well-tolerated, making your skin feel calm and soft.
What does Glycerin do for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin helps dry sensitive skin by drawing moisture into the skin and keeping it there, making the skin soft and smooth. It is very gentle and unlikely to cause irritation while improving how well the skin holds onto water. This type of skin needs ingredients that boost hydration and repair the barrier without causing stinging.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This cleanser works as the first step in the morning routine and as the second step in the evening after removing makeup, while other products with extra hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and richer nourishing oils may fit dry and sensitive skin even better.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser with retinol by applying the cleanser first on your dry and sensitive skin, and following with your retinol after your skin is dry. This routine helps keep your skin clean while your retinol works, though this cleanser has an average fit and a cleanser for this skin needs extra nourishing and barrier-repairing ingredients like ceramides and rich plant oils to better support dry and sensitive skin.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this cleanser daily in the morning and evening as part of your routine. Using a mild cleanser helps improve dryness and keeps skin comfortable without causing irritation.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin because it is made without harsh ingredients and has a very safe profile. However, a product for this skin works best when it also includes rich moisturizing ingredients to deeply comfort dryness.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this gentle cleanser on your body and around your eyes because it has an excellent safety profile without harsh ingredients. To care for dry and sensitive skin, a product of this type needs soothing ingredients and hydrating agents like glycerin and aloe vera to keep the skin soft and calm.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
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, 2017The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Maltodextrin, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Sodium Hydroxide, Lecithin, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract Avocado Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Allantoin, Parfum, Tartaric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Saponaria Officinalis Root Extract Leaf
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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