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EPICUTIS Oil Cleanser for combination skin

EPICUTIS Oil Cleanser

Average

  • AverageCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for combination skin; other pre-cleansers 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

  • Offers moderate suitability for your combination skin as emollient oils like Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil and Limnanthes Versicolor Seed Oil effectively dissolve makeup and impurities, providing general cleansing benefits.
  • While these oils offer hydration and cleansing, they are not specialized for managing excess oil, and the formula lacks stronger seboregulating ingredients for optimal results on oily shine.
  • The product is safe for your combination skin with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.

How to apply

  • Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine to clear away excess oil.
  • Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser to effectively break down heavy makeup and dirt.
  • Gently wipe the makeup remover across your face using a soft cotton pad, avoiding harsh rubbing.
  • Use the makeup remover on completely dry skin to help dissolve surface oils and impurities best.
  • Avoid direct contact with the eyes while using this makeup remover.

People Say

★4.8Overall rating based on 100+ reviews

Based 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
    • “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 combination skin?

Epicutis Oil Cleanser works moderately well for your combination skin because its plant oils dissolve makeup and impurities safely without irritation, though it is not specialized for managing oily shine. A makeup remover for combination skin needs soothing ingredients, gentle cleansers, and light hydration like squalane or hyaluronic acid to balance both dry and oily areas.

Data in Brief, 2017

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

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil and Limnanthes Versicolor Seed Oil make this cleanser a good fit because they dissolve makeup and impurities while keeping skin soft. A cleanser for combination skin needs soothing plant oils and hydrating ingredients that clean gently without causing irritation.

Data in Brief, 2017

What does Hinoki Wood Extract do for combination skin?

Hinoki Wood Extract helps calm and balance combination skin by soothing dry patches while managing oily areas. It is generally gentle and unlikely to cause irritation.

What does Hinoki Wood Oil do for combination skin?

Hinoki Wood Oil helps calm redness and balances oily and dry areas to keep combination skin feeling smooth and comfortable. It is generally gentle to use daily, though patch testing is always a good idea.

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

This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and also before your cleanser in your weekly routine. It helps dissolve makeup and impurities safely, though combination skin needs extra ingredients that manage excess oil for the best results.

Data in Brief, 2017

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

You can use this cleanser with retinol safely because it lacks harsh ingredients that could cause irritation. Apply it first to remove makeup and impurities before following with your retinol treatment.

Data in Brief, 2017

How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine and weekly routine. It is safe for your combination skin and is unlikely to cause irritation.

Data in Brief, 2017

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

Epicutis Oil Cleanser is unlikely to cause irritation on combination skin since it lacks harsh ingredients, though occasional breakouts may happen. A cleanser for this skin needs ingredients that help balance oil in addition to oils that clean and hydrate.

Data in Brief, 2017

Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Lactobacillus-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, 2014
  • Hinokitiol 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, 2017
  • A 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

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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