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Clinique all about clean for combination skin

Clinique all about clean
  • Sodium Laureth Sulfate
  • Cocamidopropyl Betaine

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  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • ConcerningSafety

A weak match for combination skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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

  • Suboptimal for your combination skin as the sodium laureth sulfate may exacerbate oily shine, while glycerin and hyaluronic acid offer hydration without worsening oiliness.
  • Caffeine provides a moderate cleansing action to remove impurities, but the overall formula is not optimized for your primary concern of oily shine.

How to apply

  • Use this cleanser AM and PM as part of your daily routine. Start 3×/week and build up to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
  • Apply this cleanser as the very first step in your morning routine and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening.
  • Gently massage a small amount of cleanser onto your skin using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
  • For the best results , apply the cleanser directly onto slightly damp skin to help lift away excess oil.
  • Avoid the immediate eye area and do a patch test before your first use to check for any sensitivity.

People Say

★4.5Overall rating based on 8.8k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, this dermatologist-developed cleanser line is a long-time staple for users with varying skin types, praised for effectively removing dirt and oil while maintaining the skin's moisture balance. While the majority of users with sensitive or combination skin find it gentle and non-irritating, a subset of reviewers experience dryness or a tight feeling after use.

Highlights

  • Effective cleansing Often Mentioned
    • “squeaky clean”
    • “removes everything”
    • “face feels fresh”
  • Gentle and non-stripping Often Mentioned
    • “doesn't dry out”
    • “gentle on skin”
    • “soft lather”
  • Fragrance-free Sometimes Noted
    • “no scent”
    • “good for sensitive skin”
    • “allergy tested”
  • Great value Sometimes Noted
    • “lasts forever”
    • “little goes a long way”
    • “good investment”
  • Skin type options Sometimes Noted
    • “perfect for oily t-zone”
    • “great for dry skin”
    • “balances combination skin”
  • Can be drying Sometimes Noted
    • “leaves face tight”
    • “too drying”
    • “stripped my skin”
  • Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “caused bumps”
    • “broke me out”
    • “skin reaction”
  • Packaging issues Rarely Noted
    • “pump broke”
    • “hard to dispense”
    • “wasteful bottle design”
  • Residue left Rarely Noted
    • “hard to rinse”
    • “filmy feeling”
    • “residue on skin”
  • Struggles with makeup Rarely Noted
    • “didn't remove mascara”
    • “need double cleanse”
    • “makeup remains”

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Questions and answers

Why is CLINIQUE All About Clean a weak match for combination skin?

CLINIQUE All About Clean is a weak match because its sodium laureth sulfate may make oily shine worse, and the overall formula is not optimized for your primary skin concern. A cleanser for combination skin needs to be exceptionally safe with no risk of irritation, effectively balance oil production and maintain hydration, and perform its cleansing function extremely well with high-quality ingredients.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for combination skin?

Sodium laureth sulfate is a weak match for your combination skin because it may make oily shine worse. A cleanser for this skin needs ingredients that safely balance oil production and maintain hydration for oily and dry areas without causing irritation.

What does Water do for combination skin?

Water helps keep combination skin hydrated, though a product of this type needs additional barrier-protecting ingredients like ceramides or petrolatum to lock in that moisture and support overall skin health.

What does Sodium Laureth Sulfate do for combination skin?

Sodium laureth sulfate is a cleansing ingredient that may leave combination skin feeling dry and can disrupt skin moisture if not balanced properly. A product of this type needs milder cleansing agents, moisturizing ingredients, and a balanced pH to keep the skin barrier calm and hydrated.

International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2026Food and Chemical Toxicology, 2001

Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for combination skin?

This cleanser is a weak match for your combination skin because the sodium laureth sulfate may worsen oily shine. A cleanser for this skin needs gentle cleansing ingredients that clear impurities while keeping oil balanced.

Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this cleanser with retinol by applying the cleanser first on damp skin, rinsing thoroughly, and following with your retinol once your face is completely dry. This helps remove impurities without stripping moisture, though a cleanser containing barrier-restoring ingredients like ceramides may better support skin undergoing retinol use.

How often should I use this cleanser?

This cleanser is a weak match for your combination skin because the sodium laureth sulfate may make oily shine worse, so a cleanser for your skin needs to balance oil control without stripping moisture using gentle ingredients like salicylic acid or niacinamide.

Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?

This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for combination skin, though reviewers note it can sometimes feel drying. A cleanser for this skin type needs gentle, sulfate-free cleansers and balancing ingredients that clear impurities without stripping moisture or triggering extra oil.

Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?

This cleanser may be used around the eyes and on the body because its formula cleanses impurities, while ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid help keep skin hydrated. For the thin skin around the eyes and on the body, a cleanser of this type needs gentle cleansing agents and hydrating ingredients that remove dirt without stripping moisture.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) treatment decreases lipid membrane chain conformational order and stiffness leading to increased water sorption and diffusivity, whereas sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) treatment increases lipid membrane conformational order and stiffness with increased water sorption capacity driven by its hygroscopic nature.

    Langmuir, 2014
  • The cytotoxic effect of sodium lauryl sulphate on normal human keratinocytes was significantly decreased when combined with cocamidopropyl betaine, Tween 20, and Tween 80 at concentrations well below the critical micelle concentration.

    Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2003

Why other cleansers fit combination skin better

  • A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

Ingredients

Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Sucrose, Hyaluronic Acid, Caffeine, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol

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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