Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser for oily skin
Salicylic Acid
Essential Oils
Grape Water
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder
Decyl Glucoside
Superior
- SuperiorOily Skin Fit
- SuperiorEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
One of the best cleansers for oily skin.
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
- Excellent suitability for your oily skin is achieved through salicylic acid and grape fruit water, which effectively exfoliate and purify pores to control oiliness.
- Aloe barbadensis leaf powder and grape juice provide soothing and antioxidant benefits, further enhancing the formula's compatibility with your skin.
- The product is safe for your skin, with no risk of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of calming components.
How to apply
- Use your cleanser AM and PM every day to keep your skin fresh. Always make sure to follow with a good SPF in the morning.
- Apply your cleanser as the first step in the morning or the second step in the evening before your toner.
- Gently massage a small amount onto your face using circular motions, then rinse well with water .
- You can apply this cleanser safely on damp skin for a refreshing and easy wash.
- Avoid getting the product directly into your eyes and stop use if irritation occurs.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 2.4k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this gel cleanser is highly recommended for combination, oily, and acne-prone skin, effectively managing sebum and breakouts without stripping the skin. Users frequently report a purified and refreshed complexion with tightened pores. A moderate number of users appreciate the refreshing scent and pleasant texture, while a similar proportion find the scent polarizing. A low number of users with drier or sensitive skin experienced dryness or irritation, and a negligible number reported packaging issues.
Highlights
Reduces acne & breakouts Mostly Mentioned
- “cleared my hormonal acne”
- “fewer breakouts since using”
- “heals blind blemishes quickly”
Controls oil & shine Often Mentioned
- “removes excess sebum”
- “keeps me shine-free”
- “great for oily T-zone”
Non-drying formula Often Mentioned
- “doesn't leave skin tight”
- “clean but not stripped”
- “gentle enough for daily use”
Pleasant gel texture Sometimes Noted
- “lathers beautifully”
- “little goes a long way”
- “cooling gel sensation”
Refreshing herbal scent Sometimes Noted
- “smells like a spa”
- “refreshing minty scent”
- “love the herbal fragrance”
Polarizing strong scent Sometimes Noted
- “smells like bug spray”
- “scent is too strong”
- “smells like citronella candle”
Can cause dryness Rarely Noted
- “dried out my cheeks”
- “too stripping for winter”
- “left dry patches”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “pump stopped working”
- “leaked in my bag”
- “hard to get last bit out”
Skin irritation Rarely Noted
- “caused redness”
- “stung my sensitive skin”
- “broke me out in a rash”
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Questions and answers
What makes Caudalíe Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser one of the best fits for oily skin?
This cleanser is one of the best fits for your oily skin because salicylic acid and grape fruit water work to clean deep into pores and control extra oil, while soothing components help keep your skin calm and clear. It is very gentle and unlikely to cause irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024BioMed Research International, 2020
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily skin?
This cleanser is a great fit for oily skin because it uses salicylic acid and grape fruit water to clear out pores and keep oiliness under control. Aloe vera and grape juice also help calm your skin, while gentle ingredients make it very unlikely to cause irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023
What does Salicylic Acid do for oily skin?
Salicylic acid helps oily skin by reducing excess oil and keeping pores clear. It may also improve overall skin hydration while managing breakouts.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Experimental Dermatology, 2019
What do Essential Oils do for oily skin?
Essential oils help oily skin by fighting acne-causing bacteria and calming redness, though results vary by plant type. Oils with strong antimicrobial properties may help clear breakouts, while others can cause irritation if not used carefully.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2026Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2022
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This cleanser is used both morning and evening as the first step after removing makeup at night. It helps clean and purify oily pores without irritation, making it a great fit for your skin.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser with retinol by applying the cleanser first to clean your skin, and then following with your retinol treatment. This cleanser helps clear oil and pores, while its calming ingredients make it unlikely to irritate your skin when paired with strong treatments.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this cleanser daily in both your morning and evening routines to help keep oily skin fresh and clean. Using a gentle cleanser as part of a consistent daily routine helps improve overall skin health and comfort without causing dryness.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts because it uses salicylic acid to purify and clear out pores for oily skin, though mild dryness may occasionally happen. It has an excellent fit for your skin type with a very low risk of irritation and no harsh ingredients.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is intended for facial use, and because the skin around the eyes is much thinner than other areas, it is best to avoid direct application there to prevent potential irritation. However, you can safely use it on oily areas of your body, such as the back or chest, where the skin is thicker.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (citral, citronellol, geraniol, and linalool).
What the research says
Twice daily application of a multitargeted dermocosmetic cream provided comparable efficacy to benzoyl peroxide 5% gel in reducing inflammatory, non-inflammatory, and total lesions in 150 Caucasian subjects with mild-to-moderate acne over 56 days, while demonstrating superior skin tolerability.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024The use of a salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic significantly reduces the needed quantity of benzoyl peroxide without impacting efficacy in mild to moderate acne, and as maintenance post-benzoyl peroxide allows a significant reduction of acne relapse compared to vehicle.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Topical 5% benzoyl peroxide plus salicylic acid achieved the greatest lesion reduction at early 2 to 4 week time points compared to benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin, and combination benzoyl peroxide/clindamycin, while 5% benzoyl peroxide plus salicylic acid and combination benzoyl peroxide/clindamycin showed similar efficacy at 10 to 12 weeks in acne patients.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2010A combination of Vitis vinifera shoot extract and a biotechnological extract demonstrated significant in vitro and in vivo antioxidant effects and improved clinical signs of photoaged skin in female subjects after a 4-week application.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2007Pre-treatment with Vitis vinifera L. water extract (100 ΓΙg/mL) demonstrated antioxidant and scavenger activity against UV-A radiation and exerted an anti-mutagenic effect by maintaining apoptosis in UV-A and UV-B irradiated human keratinocytes (HaCaT).
Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2020A water extract from grapevine leaves inhibited proinflammatory-induced interleukin-8 and vascular endothelial growth factor secretion in human keratinocytes compared to untreated challenged cells.
Antioxidants, 2019Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010Formulations containing 0.10%, 0.25%, and 0.50% freeze-dried Aloe vera extract increased stratum corneum water content compared with the vehicle in 20 female subjects, while transepidermal water loss was not modified.
Skin Research and Technology, 2006
Ingredients
Water, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Water Grape Fruit Water, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sucrose Cocoate, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder, Salicylic Acid, Vitis Vinifera Juice Grape Juice, Sodium Benzoate, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil Flower, Peppermint Oil, Citral, Cymbopogon Citratus Oil Leaf, Rosaminus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf, Citronellol, Geraniol, Potassium Sorbate, Linalool, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Melissa Officinalis 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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