make p:rem Safe Me. Relief Moisture Cleansing Foam for oily acne-prone skin

Sodium Hyaluronate
Glycerin
Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract Raspberry Fruit Extract
Coco-Betaine
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
High
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for oily acne-prone skin; a few cleansers fit it even better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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
- High compatibility with your oily skin is provided by Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate and Coco-Betaine, which effectively cleanse pores and manage oiliness, while Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate offer supportive hydration beneficial for acne-prone skin.
- Panthenol and Marrubium Vulgare Extract further contribute to skin comfort and barrier support, enhancing the overall experience for your skin type.
- The product is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh or prohibited ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this cleanser as part of your AM and PM routine. Start using it daily to help clear your breakouts.
- Apply this cleanser as the first step in the morning and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening. Follow it with your toner and moisturizer.
- Gently massage a small amount of the cleanser onto your face using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry.
- Apply the cleanser on slightly damp skin to help clean deeply and remove excess oil. This works best for oily skin types.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 700+ reviewsThis cleanser is highly rated for its ability to cleanse effectively while maintaining skin hydration, making it a popular choice for sensitive and dry skin types. Users appreciate its creamy lather and gentle, low-pH formula that leaves skin feeling soft and balanced. Some users find the herbal scent polarizing and a small number report issues with packaging or the cleanser not fully removing heavy makeup.
Highlights
Non-stripping, moisturizing Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves my face clean but not dry”
- “skin feels soft and smooth”
- “doesn't give that stripped feeling”
- “keeps skin balanced”
Gentle and soothing Often Mentioned
- “calmed my angry red bumps”
- “doesn't irritate my eyes”
- “saved my skin barrier”
- “very gentle on skin”
Rich, creamy lather Often Mentioned
- “lathers into a rich foam easily”
- “foam feels comfortable and luxurious”
- “micro foam eliminates waste”
- “a little goes a long way”
Low pH formula Sometimes Noted
- “ideal pH condition”
- “ticks off the low pH box”
- “acidic cleanser that doesn't burn”
- “perfect pH balance of 5.5”
Herbal scent Sometimes Noted
- “scent is a bit ho-hum”
- “contains essential oils which can be an issue”
- “smells herbal-y”
- “wish it was unscented”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “gave me small pimples”
- “comedonal acne”
- “clogged my pores”
- “gave me bumps”
Not for heavy makeup Rarely Noted
- “doesn't remove waterproof makeup”
- “cleansing effectiveness isn't the strongest”
- “need a separate remover”
- “good as a second cleanser only”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “hard to get every bit out”
- “tube material dents excessively”
- “black residue builds up around cap”
- “cockblocks the last 1/5 of formula”
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Questions and answers
What makes make p:rem Safe Me. Relief Moisture Cleansing Foam a great fit for oily acne-prone skin?
This cleanser is a great fit because Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate and Coco-Betaine effectively clean pores and manage oiliness, while Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide supportive hydration. Panthenol and Marrubium Vulgare Extract also help keep skin comfortable and support the skin barrier.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate and Coco-Betaine make this cleanser a great fit by effectively cleaning pores and managing excess oil. Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide essential hydration that helps balance acne-prone skin without clogging it, while Panthenol supports overall skin comfort and barrier health.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily acne-prone skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps calm oily acne-prone skin by reducing sebum production and lipid synthesis in sebaceous glands. It also supports skin barrier function and improves hydration while helping deliver treatments without causing irritation.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
What does Glycerin do for oily acne-prone skin?
Glycerin helps keep oily acne-prone skin hydrated without feeling heavy. It draws moisture into the skin while supporting the skin barrier so it stays soft and balanced.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This cleanser fits into both your morning and evening routines as the first cleansing step, or as the second cleansing step in the evening after a makeup remover. It helps manage oiliness while keeping your skin comfortable, and it is unlikely to cause irritation.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
Yes, you can use this cleanser with retinol by applying the cleanser first to clean your skin, and following with your retinol treatment. Using a gentle cleanser like this helps prep your skin safely without adding extra irritation, keeping your oily acne-prone skin comfortable.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this cleanser twice a day as part of your morning and evening routine. It is a great fit for your oily acne-prone skin because it cleanses pores and manages oiliness while providing supportive hydration and barrier comfort.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This cleanser is a great fit for oily acne-prone skin because it cleanses pores and manages oiliness without harsh ingredients that cause irritation. It includes glycerin and sodium hyaluronate for supportive hydration, and panthenol to help keep skin comfortable and balanced.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this cleanser on your body, but the skin around your eyes is much thinner and may easily feel too dry or irritated from daily facial cleansing. It is unlikely to cause issues if used carefully, but body skin and eye areas often need gentler care or specialized products.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017A 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, 2017Topical 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 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, 2025Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012A topical serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract improved skin color, elasticity, radiance, smoothness, scaliness, and wrinkles compared to the untreated contralateral side in fifty female volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Topical raspberry ketone increased dermal IGF-I production through sensory neuron activation, promoting hair growth and increasing skin elasticity in mice and humans.
Growth Hormone & IGF Research, 2008A liposoluble extract of Rubus idaeus cell cultures induced genes for skin hydration, stimulated ceramide production, increased extracellular matrix synthesis in cultured fibroblasts, and showed skin-hydrating capacity in vivo.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2015The 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, 2003Sodium cocoyl isethionate micelles are too large to penetrate stratum corneum aqueous pores, resulting in significant steric hindrance that prevents skin barrier perturbation and explains its skin mildness.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007
Ingredients
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Coco-Betaine, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Potassium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Polyquaternium-67, Potassium Cocoate, Bergamot Oil Fruit, Citric Acid, Disodium Edta, Salvia Officinalis Oil, Sodium Acetate, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract Raspberry Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Marrubium Vulgare Extract, Adansonia Digitata Fruit Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Rubus Arcticus Callus Extract, Dipropylene 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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