Formula 10.0.6 So Totally Clean Deep Pore Cleanser for sensitive skin
Salicylic Acid
Alcohol Denat
Lactic Acid
Allantoin
Sodium Pca
Caution
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A poor match for sensitive skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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 cleansing for your normal skin due to alcohol denat and lactic acid, which help decongest pores but may be drying.
- While lactic acid offers some exfoliation for redness, its drying potential can exacerbate sensitivity, and the formula lacks sufficient humectants like sodium pca for optimal hydration.
How to apply
- Use your cleanser in the AM and PM routines every day. Start using it daily since your sensitive skin needs gentle care.
- Apply this first in your morning and evening skincare routine before toner and moisturizer. This clears away dirt without upsetting your skin.
- Gently massage a small amount onto your face using soft circles. Avoid any rough rubbing to keep redness away.
- Apply the cleanser on slightly damp skin to help it wash away impurities softly. Clean skin feels fresh and comfortable afterwards.
- Avoid getting the cleanser in your eyes and do a quick patch test before first use. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, users with oily and acne-prone skin find this cleanser effective for removing oil, dirt, and makeup, leading to clearer skin and fewer breakouts. However, users with sensitive or dry skin should be aware that the high alcohol content may cause dryness and irritation.
Highlights
Effective acne control Mostly Mentioned
- “Helped so much with acne”
- “stops breakouts before they happen”
- “clears up as soon as I start using it”
Affordable price Often Mentioned
- “Very affordable”
- “wonderful deal”
- “better than most expensive brands”
Deep pore cleansing Often Mentioned
- “Gets so much more dirt off”
- “dissolve the oil”
- “pores look smaller”
Drying and tight Often Mentioned
- “Leaves skin dry and tight”
- “it is drying”
- “makes the skin feel taut”
Refreshing sensation Sometimes Noted
- “Feels so cooling”
- “makes your skin feel refreshed”
- “zingy citrusy scents”
Irritating for sensitive Sometimes Noted
- “Not for sensitive skin”
- “can sting a little”
- “can have negative effects on sensitive skin”
Strong alcohol scent Sometimes Noted
- “Overwhelming alcohol smell”
- “alcohol made my eyes water”
- “strong chemical smell”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Formula 10.0.6 So Totally Clean Deep Pore Cleanser for sensitive skin?
This cleanser may be too drying and can easily trigger redness or irritation on sensitive skin because it contains alcohol denat and lactic acid without enough hydrating ingredients. Cleansers for this skin type need soothing and hydrating ingredients like niacinamide and ceramide-3 to clean effectively without stripping away essential moisture.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for sensitive skin?
Alcohol Denat and lactic acid make this cleanser a poor fit because they can dry out sensitive skin and worsen redness. Cleansers for this skin need soothing and hydrating ingredients like niacinamide and ceramide-3 to clean effectively without stripping moisture.
What does Salicylic Acid do for sensitive skin?
Salicylic acid may cause irritation on sensitive skin, so it requires careful use and good sun protection to keep skin comfortable. A product for this skin type needs gentle, soothing ingredients and a mild formula that respects the skin barrier.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 1999International Journal of Toxicology, 2003
What does Alcohol Denat do for sensitive skin?
Alcohol Denat is likely to dry out sensitive skin and may disrupt the skin barrier, especially over time. A product for sensitive skin needs soothing and moisturizing ingredients like niacinamide to keep the skin calm and smooth without harsh alcohols.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This cleanser is a poor match for sensitive skin because its drying ingredients may exacerbate redness and irritation. A cleanser for this skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients and soothing agents to keep the face calm and moisturized.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You should exercise caution when using this cleanser with retinol, as the alcohol and acids in the formula may be drying and can easily exacerbate sensitive skin. A cleanser for this skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients and barrier-protecting components like ceramides to prevent irritation when using strong treatments like retinol.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser is a poor match for sensitive skin because alcohol and acids can dry you out and make redness worse. Sensitive skin needs a gentle, mild cleanser and a hydrating moisturizer to keep skin soft and comfortable without drying.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores, but its alcohol and acids may dry out sensitive skin and make redness worse. A product for this skin needs gentle cleansers and soothing hydrators to clear pores without stripping moisture.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is usually too harsh for the very thin skin around the eyes and may be drying on the body. A product for these areas needs gentle cleansing ingredients and plenty of hydrating moisture to keep skin soft and smooth.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It contains fragrance (parfum, benzyl alcohol, citral, coumarin, eugenol, geraniol, isoeugenol, limonene, and linalool) and drying alcohol (alcohol denat).
What the research says
Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018A novel natural carrier-free assembled gel composed of sodium pyrrolidone carboxylate and baicalin alleviates UVB-induced skin photodamage by scavenging reactive oxygen species, protecting mitochondria, restoring oxidative homeostasis, inhibiting inflammatory responses, and regulating collagen-related proteins.
Biomaterials Advances, 2026
Ingredients
Alcohol Denat, Water, Sodium Pca, Lactic Acid, Parfum, Allantoin, Sodium Carbonate, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Citral, Coumarin, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Isoeugenol, Limonene, Linalool, Fd, C Red 4 Ci 14700, C Yellow 5 Ci 19140, C Yellow 6 Ci 15985
Behind this fit score
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