Elizavecca Milky Piggy Elastic Pore Cleansing Foam for dry skin
Charcoal Powder
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Allantoin
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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- LowDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A weak match for dry skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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 exfoliation and pore decongestion for your dry skin due to charcoal powder and papaya fruit extract, but these ingredients can also strip natural oils, making it moderately unsuitable.
- Glycerin and panthenol provide some hydration and cleansing benefits, which are generally supportive for dry or flaky skin, but not specialized for your specific concerns.
- The product is safe for your dry skin as it lacks prohibited or harsh ingredients that could cause irritation.
How to apply
- Use this cleanser AM and PM every day to keep your skin clean. Start using it daily right away since your skin is not sensitive.
- Apply this cleanser as the very first step in your morning routine and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening. Follow with your toner and moisturizer afterwards.
- Gently massage a small amount of cleanser onto your face using soft circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel.
- Apply this cleanser on slightly damp skin for a comfortable and refreshing wash. This helps maintain your skin's natural moisture while cleansing away dirt.
- Avoid getting the cleanser directly into your eyes to prevent any irritation. Do a simple patch test before your first use to ensure your skin likes it.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 700+ reviewsThis charcoal-based cleanser is highly effective for oily and combination skin, providing a deep clean and minimizing pores. Users frequently report a satisfyingly clean finish. However, individuals with dry or sensitive skin often find it too drying and stripping.
Highlights
Deep cleansing Mostly Mentioned
- “removes all makeup and dirt”
- “skin feels squeaky clean”
- “clears out clogged pores”
- “great for oily t-zone”
Rich lather Often Mentioned
- “foams up beautifully”
- “thick shaving cream texture”
- “a little goes a long way”
- “luxurious dense foam”
Drying and stripping Often Mentioned
- “left my face feeling tight”
- “too harsh for dry skin”
- “stripped natural oils”
- “skin felt dry afterwards”
Pore tightening Sometimes Noted
- “pores look smaller”
- “blackheads are less visible”
- “skin texture looks refined”
- “tightens pores immediately”
Soft finish Sometimes Noted
- “face feels baby soft”
- “leaves skin smooth”
- “improves skin elasticity”
- “smooths out rough texture”
Messy residue Sometimes Noted
- “leaves black splashes on sink”
- “stains washcloths”
- “messy to rinse off”
- “black foam gets everywhere”
Difficult to rinse Rarely Noted
- “takes a while to wash off”
- “leaves a film if not rinsed well”
- “requires extra scrubbing”
- “hard to remove completely”
Strong scent Rarely Noted
- “smell is overpowering”
- “strong perfume fragrance”
- “scent lingers too long”
- “smells a bit chemical”
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Questions and answers
Why is Elizavecca Elastic Pore Cleansing Foam a weak match for dry skin?
This cleanser is a weak match because charcoal powder and papaya fruit extract strip natural oils from dry skin, making it feel too tight. A cleanser for dry skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture and protect the skin barrier.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for dry skin?
Charcoal powder and papaya fruit extract make this cleanser a poor fit because they can strip natural oils from dry skin. A cleanser for dry skin needs hydrating and barrier-repairing ingredients like essential ceramides and sodium hyaluronate to maintain moisture and protect the skin barrier.
What does Charcoal Powder do for dry skin?
Charcoal powder is unlikely to help dry skin since studies show it lacks clinical evidence to provide moisturizing or exfoliative benefits. Dry skin needs ingredients that trap moisture and repair the skin barrier, such as ceramides and rich natural waxes.
What does Hydrolyzed Collagen do for dry skin?
Hydrolyzed Collagen helps improve skin moisture and keeps dry skin hydrated. Regular use may also reduce wrinkles and make the skin feel more smooth and elastic.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This cleanser goes in your morning and evening routine, used after a makeup remover at night and before a hydrating toner or treatment. While it is safe, it is a weak match for dry skin because its charcoal and papaya can strip natural oils; a cleanser for this skin needs gentle hydrators and moisturizing ingredients to keep it soft and comfortable.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
This cleanser may be too stripping for dry skin when paired with retinol, because its exfoliating ingredients can wash away natural oils. To use them safely, apply your retinol after cleansing followed by a rich moisturizer to keep your skin soft and comfortable.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser is a weak match for dry skin because its charcoal and papaya fruit extract can strip natural oils, so dry skin needs a gentle cleanser with glycerin, panthenol, and ceramides to keep it calm and hydrated.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on dry skin since it does not contain heavy pore-clogging oils. However, its charcoal powder and papaya fruit extract may strip natural oils, so dry skin needs gentle cleansers with extra hydrating ingredients like glycerin and ceramides to lock in moisture.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is likely too drying for the thin skin around the eyes and may strip moisture from the body. Dry skin needs a gentle, hydrating cleanser with nourishing oils and ceramides to protect the skin barrier.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002A new topical panthenol-containing emollient significantly improved transepidermal water loss reduction, stratum corneum hydration, and intercellular lipid lamellae length compared with control in healthy subjects without negatively impacting bacterial viability.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017A panthenol-enriched mask significantly decreased erythema and hyperpigmentation, increased sebum and stratum corneum moisture, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to a saline dressing in 60 subjects undergoing facial laser treatment.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Soap-and-water wash and superactive charcoal paste applied topically at various times after T-2 toxin exposure effectively reduced skin lesion severity in swine compared to untreated controls.
Fundamental and Applied Toxicology, 1989Topical application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 2023Topical papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016A fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres, and papain glycospheres in aqueous gel applied once daily for 12 weeks achieved a 41% mean reduction in GAGS score and a 40.8% mean reduction in total lesions, with 15.3% of patients experiencing mild to moderate local side effects, in 94 evaluable patients with comedonal-papular, mild to moderate acne of the face.
Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015Reflux extraction of Carica papaya leaves yielded higher antioxidant capacity and superior in vitro wound-healing activities including fibroblast proliferation, cell migration, and collagen synthesis in human skin fibroblasts compared to ultrasonic-assisted extraction and agitation.
Molecules, 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, 2018The cytotoxic effect of sodium lauryl sulphate on normal human keratinocytes was significantly decreased when combined with cocamidopropyl betaine, Tween 20, and Tween 80 at concentrations well below the critical micelle concentration.
Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2003
Why other cleansers fit dry skin better
Phytosphingosine increased filaggrin metabolism and skin hydration in human skin by stimulating filaggrin biosynthesis and degradation leading to natural moisturizing factor formation.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2017
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Stearic Acid, Lauric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Charcoal Powder, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Peg-400, Lauramide Dea, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Polysorbate 20, Beeswax, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Sapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract Rosemary Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Panthenol, Disodium Edta, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol
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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