Bonajour Rice Bran 90 Mild Cleansing Oil for oily skin
Rice Bran Oil
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Jojoba Seed Oil
TocopherolAverage
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for oily skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 oily skin as Rice Bran Oil and Castor Seed Oil effectively dissolve makeup and impurities, while Jojoba Seed Oil provides emollient action. These ingredients offer general cleansing and hydration benefits, but lack specialized ingredients for managing oily shine.
- The formulation includes Tocopherol and Rice Bran Oil, which are beneficial for your oily skin by providing soothing and emollient properties.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3×/week and increase to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser and toner. It prepares your skin by melting away excess oil and makeup.
- Gently press a small amount onto your dry skin using your fingertips. Massage softly and avoid harsh rubbing to protect your pores.
- Apply this product on dry skin to effectively break down heavy makeup and surface oil. Massage it gently before washing it off with water.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin feels comfortable.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 600+ reviewsThis cleansing oil is highly regarded for its ability to effectively remove waterproof makeup and impurities while maintaining skin hydration. It is particularly beneficial for those with dry and sensitive skin, with many users reporting improved skin texture and reduced blackheads. Some users note that the oil can solidify in cold temperatures and may cause temporary eye blurriness.
Highlights
Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “Removes makeup very quickly”
- “Melts away waterproof mascara”
- “Clears sunscreen easily”
Gentle for sensitive skin Often Mentioned
- “Does not break me out”
- “No redness after use”
- “Safe for sensitive skin”
Hydrating and non-stripping Often Mentioned
- “Skin feels hydrated”
- “No drying residue”
- “Leaves face soft and smooth”
Pleasant texture and scent Sometimes Noted
- “Non-greasy texture”
- “Lovely lavender scent”
- “Emulsifies quickly into milk”
Pore and blackhead care Sometimes Noted
- “Dissolves blackheads”
- “Helps with sebum control”
- “Pores look cleaner”
Eye blurriness Rarely Noted
- “Blurry vision if in eyes”
- “Cloudy eyes for a moment”
- “Film on contacts”
Heavy for oily skin Rarely Noted
- “A bit heavy”
- “Rich oil feel”
- “Better for dry skin”
Price and availability Rarely Noted
- “Too expensive”
- “Hard to find in stores”
- “Shipping takes time”
Scent sensitivity Rarely Noted
- “Smell is a bit odd”
- “Strong lavender scent”
- “Prefer unscented”
Solidifies in cold Rarely Noted
- “Solidifies in cold”
- “Hardens in winter”
- “Needs shaking/warming up”
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Questions and answers
How well does Bonajour Rice Bran 90 Mild Cleansing Oil work for oily skin?
Bonajour Rice Bran 90 Mild Cleansing Oil works moderately well for oily skin by effectively dissolving makeup and impurities without causing irritation. While it provides soothing and softening benefits, it lacks specialized ingredients for managing oily shine. A makeup remover for oily skin needs oil-controlling ingredients to keep the complexion fresh and balanced.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily skin?
Rice bran oil and castor seed oil make this cleanser a good fit because they effectively dissolve makeup and impurities, while jojoba seed oil and tocopherol provide soothing and softening benefits without irritation. Because this cleanser is an average fit for oily skin, a product of this type needs oil-controlling ingredients to manage oily shine.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017
What does Rice Bran Oil do for oily skin?
Rice bran oil helps keep oily skin moisturized without clogging pores or causing irritation, while maintaining your skin's natural balance. This type of skin needs lightweight oils and antioxidants that hydrate gently and control extra shine.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011International Journal of Toxicology, 2006
What does Argan Oil do for oily skin?
Argan oil may be too heavy for oily skin, as it can feel too rich and potentially clog pores. Oily skin needs lightweight ingredients that help control excess oil and keep the face balanced without adding extra shine.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your regular cleanser. It is unlikely to cause irritation on oily skin, but this type of product also needs ingredients to manage oily shine.
Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011
Can I use this cleanser with salicylic acid, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening before your salicylic acid cleanser or treatment, as it is unlikely to irritate oily skin. Oily skin also needs oil-controlling ingredients like niacinamide or clay to help manage shine.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine and weekly routine to dissolve makeup and impurities without irritation. Oily skin also needs specialized ingredients that help manage oily shine.
Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin, as its gentle and soothing ingredients have an excellent safety profile without harsh irritants. However, because it lacks specialized ingredients for managing oily shine, an oily skin type needs a cleanser with oil-balancing or clarifying ingredients to better control excess oil.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2011Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017
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, 2011Tea seed oil makeup remover successfully removed foundation and eyeliner without causing skin irritation in 20 human volunteers, with the 60% formulation showing superior foundation removal compared to other formulations and an olive oil benchmark.
Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises, 2017A 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, 2023Nanoencapsulation 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, 2015A combination cream of stimu-tex AS and saccharide isomerate reduced erythema, increased skin capacitance, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects after fractional CO2 laser procedure without causing serious adverse events.
Lasers in Medical Science, 2025Topical application of an argan oil NLC-based hydrogel formulation increased skin hydration in healthy volunteers over a one-month period through a synergistic effect of NLC occlusion and argan oil hydration.
International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2014Incorporating allantoin into argan oil enriched liposomes improved its accumulation in the dermis (~8.7μg/cm(2)) and permeation through the skin (~33μg/cm(2)) compared to conventional liposomes, water dispersion, and a commercial gel.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2016Tea seed oil loaded nanostructured lipid carriers prepared with a combination of surfactants (NLC-C) showed significantly greater nontoxicity and hair growth-stimulating effects on human follicle dermal papilla cells compared to intact oil, while improving the sensory and diffusion properties of the hair serum.
Pharmaceutics, 2022Clay 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, 2024Topical 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, 2025Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Rice Bran Oil, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil Castor Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit, 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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