Caudalie Vinoclean Makeup Removing Cleansing Oil for combination skin
Castor Oil
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Sunflower Seed Oil
Grape Seed Oil
Tocopherol
Average
- HighCombination 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 benefits for your combination skin as Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil and Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil provide effective cleansing and emollient action to balance oiliness without exacerbating shine.
- These oils also offer antioxidant functions, contributing to general hydration for your oily skin.
- The formula 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
★4.7Overall rating based on 1.4k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with dry and sensitive skin frequently praise this oil for its ability to dissolve makeup and SPF without stripping moisture, often noting a softening effect. A subset of users with sensitive eyes report blurry vision or a filming sensation, and some oily skin types experienced breakouts or felt it was too heavy.
Highlights
Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “melts waterproof mascara”
- “removes daily SPF”
- “dissolves heavy glam”
- “clears foundation easily”
- “breaks down lipstick”
Gentle and hydrating Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin soft”
- “non-stripping formula”
- “soothes dry patches”
- “comfortable after rinsing”
- “no tight feeling”
Clean rinse Sometimes Noted
- “emulsifies into milk”
- “no greasy residue”
- “rinses clean”
- “washes off easily”
- “doesn't clog pores”
Pleasant scent Sometimes Noted
- “smells like marzipan”
- “lovely almond fragrance”
- “spa-like scent”
- “delicious cookie smell”
- “subtle sweet aroma”
Eye irritation Sometimes Noted
- “cloudy vision”
- “film over eyes”
- “stings my eyes”
- “blurry for minutes”
- “foggy eyesight”
Breakout potential Rarely Noted
- “caused cystic acne”
- “tiny bumps appeared”
- “clogged my pores”
- “skin felt congested”
- “triggered breakout”
Mascara removal issues Rarely Noted
- “raccoon eyes remain”
- “didn't remove mascara”
- “requires extra rubbing”
- “left black smudges”
- “need separate eye remover”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like cooking oil”
- “scent like play-doh”
- “rancid oil smell”
- “weird chemical odor”
- “too strong fragrance”
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Questions and answers
How well does Caudalí Vinoclean Cleansing Oil work for combination skin?
This cleansing oil works decently for combination skin because plant oils like sunflower and grape seed clean effectively and balance oiliness without adding extra shine. It is safe and unlikely to cause irritation, though other products with soothing plant oils, squalane, or hydrating hyaluronic acid may fit your skin better.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2015Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2021
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for combination skin?
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil and Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil make this cleanser a good fit because they help clean and balance oiliness without adding extra shine. To work best for combination skin, a product of this type needs soothing, nourishing plant oils and ingredients like squalane or hyaluronic acid that provide deep hydration without irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2015Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2021
What does Castor Oil do for combination skin?
Castor Oil helps nourish dry areas while keeping oily zones balanced, making it a generally safe and gentle addition to your routine. It is unlikely to cause irritation and has a very low chance of causing skin reactions.
What does Sweet Almond Oil do for combination skin?
Sweet almond oil helps strengthen the outer skin layer and keeps the skin barrier healthy and balanced for combination skin types. It supports skin recovery and improves how the skin holds onto moisture without feeling heavy.
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 as the first step of your weekly routine. To better fit combination skin, this type of product needs ingredients that balance oiliness without making shine worse while providing effective cleansing.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before your cleanser and treatment, but combination skin needs a gentle cleanser and lightweight, balancing moisturizer to support skin treated with retinol. This oil helps lift makeup while keeping skin calm, and is unlikely to cause irritation.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening as the first step of your nighttime routine to melt away makeup before cleansing. It is generally safe for your skin and unlikely to cause irritation.
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, as it has a low breakout risk and contains safe ingredients that help balance oiliness without adding shine. However, a product for combination skin needs light oils and hydrating ingredients that cleanse effectively while keeping the skin calm and clear.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2015Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2021
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
What the research says
Topical application of a water-in-oil emulsion containing 2% Muscat hamburg grape seed extract significantly improved melanin, elasticity, and sebum content compared to a placebo in human volunteers over 8 weeks, with no reported skin hypersensitivity.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2015Grape seed extract based emulgel and emulsion formulations reduced skin roughness, scaliness, wrinkles, and sebum content while enhancing elasticity and hydration.
Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2021Oligomeric proanthocyanidin topical cream and lotion significantly reduced UV-induced erythema by 45.9% and 53.1% respectively and increased skin hydration by nearly 20% in human subjects, with dietary supplementation providing additional suppression of erythema and higher skin hydration.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2007Detergent containing castor wax beads caused significantly lower transepidermal water loss and erythema compared with walnut shell powder while providing comparably superior cleaning to detergent alone in 30 healthy volunteers.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2010Topical castor oil on the ocular surface increases tear film lipid layer thickness and stability while improving ocular surface staining and symptoms.
Clinical & Experimental Optometry, 2021Grapeseed oil-loaded dermocosmetic nanoemulgel applied on the cheeks of healthy volunteers significantly reduced skin melanin, erythema, sebum production, and pores while increasing moisture and elasticity compared to a placebo.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical treatment with cranberry oil and grape oil improved wound healing in rats, with cranberry oil showing an 88.1% wound area reduction and grape oil showing 84.6% compared to 74.1% in controls and 78.4% in the mupirocin standard group on day 13.
Phytotherapy Research, 2011An ionic liquid-based grapeseed oil emulsion increased transdermal penetration by 4.63-fold and improved skin hydration, firmness, elasticity, and facial wrinkles after 28 days of continuous use compared to ordinary emulsion.
Pharmaceuticals, 2024Topical 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
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil Castor Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil Grape Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Parfum
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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