DHC Deep Cleansing Oil for combination skin
Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit
Caprylic Capric Triglyceride
Tocopherol
Pentylene Glycol
Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf
Average
- SuperiorCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
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 excellent makeup removal for your combination skin, as Olea Europaea Oil Fruit and Caprylic Capric Triglyceride effectively dissolve impurities without being overly heavy. Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate provides soothing benefits, complementing the emollient action for balanced comfort.
- The formula's cleansing properties are beneficial for managing oily shine, with the primary oils working to break down excess sebum.
- This product is safe for your skin, containing no harsh ingredients and including Tocopherol and Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate to minimize irritation risk.
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 4.7k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with diverse skin types, including dry, oily, and sensitive skin, widely praise this oil for its ability to dissolve stubborn waterproof makeup without stripping moisture. The vast majority report soft, clean, and hydrated outcomes, though a small subset of users experienced breakouts or eye irritation.
Highlights
Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “Melts waterproof mascara”
- “dissolves eyeliner”
- “removes full-coverage foundation”
Non-stripping hydration Often Mentioned
- “Leaves skin soft”
- “feels moisturizing”
- “does not dry out face”
Rinses clean Often Mentioned
- “No oily residue”
- “emulsifies easily with water”
- “washes off completely”
Deep pore cleansing Sometimes Noted
- “Unclogs pores”
- “removes blackheads”
- “clears sebaceous filaments”
Gentle formula Sometimes Noted
- “Good for sensitive skin”
- “fragrance-free”
- “does not irritate”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “Cystic acne”
- “whiteheads”
- “small bumps on forehead”
Counterfeit concerns Rarely Noted
- “Fake product received”
- “different color/smell”
- “broken seal”
Eye irritation Rarely Noted
- “blurry vision”
- “stinging eyes”
- “burning sensation”
Thick consistency Rarely Noted
- “Heavy texture”
- “difficult to spread”
- “feels too greasy”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “Smells like cooking oil”
- “rancid odor”
- “strong olive scent”
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Questions and answers
How well does DHC Deep Cleansing Oil work for combination skin?
This product works decently for combination skin by removing makeup and managing oily shine, though other makeup removers fit this skin type better. To work best for combination skin, a product of this type needs soothing and nourishing ingredients, excellent hydration, no allergens, and a balanced formula that cares for both oily and dry areas.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for combination skin?
Olea Europaea Oil Fruit and Caprylic Capric Triglyceride make this cleanser a good fit by dissolving impurities and managing oily shine without feeling overly heavy. Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate and Tocopherol also help by calming the skin and minimizing irritation risks. A makeup remover for this skin type needs soothing plant oils and hydrating ingredients that balance oily and dry areas effectively.
What does Olive Oil do for combination skin?
Olive oil may not be a good fit for combination skin because it can weaken the outer skin barrier and cause mild redness. A product for this skin type needs soothing, barrier-repairing ingredients like sunflower seed oil that improve hydration without disrupting the skin.
What does Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride do for combination skin?
Caprylic/capric triglyceride helps keep combination skin hydrated and soft while reducing moisture loss. It is generally well tolerated and unlikely to clog pores.
Where does it go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and as a weekly first step before your cleanser too. Combination skin needs a lightweight cleanser or makeup remover with nourishing plant oils and soothing ingredients that dissolve impurities and manage oily shine without feeling heavy.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before your cleanser, but combination skin usually does better with a gentle, hydrating cleanser and a lightweight lotion or gel moisturizer that prevents clogged pores while keeping dry zones comfortable.
How often should I use it?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening whenever you wear makeup or need to clear away excess oil from your combination skin. To work best for this skin type, a cleanser of this type needs lightweight oils that dissolve impurities without feeling heavy, along with soothing ingredients to keep the skin feeling calm and comfortable.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
Yes, this cleanser may rarely cause breakouts on combination skin, as some reviewers have experienced. A product for this skin type needs lightweight oils and soothing ingredients that clean deeply without leaving a heavy, pore-clogging film behind.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Topical application of an emollient emulsion containing 15.0% caprylic/capric triglyceride doubled the amount of urocanic acid isomers and increased skin hydration with reduced transepidermal water loss in healthy subjects, though it did not prevent ultraviolet-induced urocanic acid isomerization.
Life, 2023Soy lecithin increased percutaneous absorption and provided a rapid anti-inflammatory effect, whereas solid lipid nanoparticles produced a delayed and sustained release of stearyl glycyrrhetinate.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013Topical 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, 2024Exposure of epidermal full-thickness skin equivalents to a blend of betaine, pentylene glycol, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, and Rhodiola rosea root extract significantly increased antioxidant, skin barrier, and oxidative stress biomarkers while reducing the negative impact of hydrogen peroxide on MMP3, MMP12, FBN2, ANXA1, and HGF, whereas a blend of Narcissus tazetta bulb extract and Schisandra chinensis fruit extract significantly increased 8 growth factors, 7 signaling, 7 structural/barrier function, 7 oxidative stress biomarkers, and specific microRNAs over control levels.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2018Brucine-loaded beta-cyclodextrin nanosponges hydrogel containing rosemary oil enhanced anti-inflammatory activity (75.757%) compared to pure brucine (54.914%) in a carrageenan-induced inflammation rat model.
3 Biotech, 2024
Ingredients
Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf
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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