CeraVe Comforting Eye Makeup Remover for oily skin
Ceramide Np
Ceramide Ap- Ceramide Eop
Sodium Hyaluronate
Cholesterol
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.
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
- This product is moderately suitable for your oily skin, as Sodium Hyaluronate and ceramides support barrier repair and hydration, though it lacks targeted ingredients for your oily shine concerns.
- Isohexadecane and Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil effectively remove makeup without stripping the skin, providing general cleansing benefits.
- The formula is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh or prohibited ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3×/week and increase to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser and toner. It prepares your skin by melting away excess oil and makeup.
- Gently press a small amount onto your dry skin using your fingertips. Massage softly and avoid harsh rubbing to protect your pores.
- Apply this product on dry skin to effectively break down heavy makeup and surface oil. Massage it gently before washing it off with water.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin feels comfortable.
People Say
★4.3Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with sensitive skin and eyes find this product to be gentle and non-irritating, effectively removing waterproof makeup. A significant number of reviewers report that the bi-phase formula leaves a cloudy film and a greasy residue on the skin, causing temporary blurry vision.
Highlights
Gentle, non-irritating Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't burn my eyes”
- “great for sensitive skin”
- “no stinging or redness”
- “soothing on my eyelids”
Removes waterproof Often Mentioned
- “melts waterproof mascara”
- “takes off long-wear liner”
- “dissolves stubborn makeup”
- “no scrubbing needed”
Blurry vision Often Mentioned
- “leaves a white film”
- “vision was blurry for minutes”
- “cloudy eyes”
- “makes it hard to see”
Fragrance-free Sometimes Noted
- “no strong smell”
- “completely fragrance-free”
- “great for allergy sufferers”
- “no chemical scent”
Hydrating, non-drying Sometimes Noted
- “leaves skin soft”
- “moisturizing feel”
- “doesn't strip skin”
- “hydrating after-feel”
Greasy residue Sometimes Noted
- “very oily feel”
- “leaves a greasy film”
- “heavy residue”
- “need to wash face after”
Poor packaging Sometimes Noted
- “pours out too fast”
- “needs a dispenser”
- “messy bottle opening”
- “wastes product”
Ineffective removal Rarely Noted
- “just smears mascara”
- “raccoon eyes”
- “doesn't remove everything”
- “takes a lot of rubbing”
Sources: lovi.care, cerave.com, walmart.com, dermstore.com, target.com, well.ca, and more
Questions and answers
How well does CeraVe Comforting Eye Makeup Remover work for oily skin?
CeraVe Comforting Eye Makeup Remover works moderately well for oily skin, as it cleanses effectively and helps keep the skin hydrated with sodium hyaluronate and ceramides without causing irritation. However, it lacks oil-controlling ingredients to manage oily shine, meaning an oily skin type needs a makeup remover that also offers mattifying or pore-clearing benefits.
Which ingredients make this makeup remover a good fit for oily skin?
Sodium Hyaluronate and ceramides make this makeup remover a good fit for oily skin by supporting barrier repair and hydration without irritation. However, a makeup remover for oily skin also needs oil-controlling ingredients to manage shine.
What do Ceramides do for oily skin?
Ceramides help keep oily skin balanced by strengthening the skin barrier and locking in moisture without feeling heavy. They are unlikely to clog pores and may help calm irritation, making them a good fit if your skin is both oily and prone to breakouts.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2008Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
What does Ceramide AP do for oily skin?
Ceramide AP helps balance oily skin by supporting the skin barrier and maintaining moisture without feeling heavy. Because oily skin can still suffer from weak barrier function and lipid imbalances, this ingredient helps protect and smooth the skin.
Where does this makeup remover go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before cleansing, and in the weekly routine before cleansing. A product of this type for oily skin needs oil-balancing and shine-controlling ingredients to properly address extra oil.
Can I use this makeup remover with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening before your cleanser and your retinol treatment. It helps clear away makeup without stripping your skin, leaving it calm and soft.
How often should I use this makeup remover?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine whenever you wear makeup, as it safely cleanses without irritation. Oily skin also needs targeted ingredients to help manage shine.
Can this makeup remover clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This makeup remover is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily skin because it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients that trigger irritation. However, a product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and oil-balancing ingredients to keep oily shine under control.
Is this makeup remover fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Topical 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, 2019Botulinum toxin-A encapsulated in phosphatidylcholine/cholesterol nanoliposomes delivered transdermally achieved a diffusion depth of 380 μm and showed a nonsignificant advantage in relieving post-acne scarring compared to hyaluronic acid hydrogel treatment in 12 facial patients.
Journal of Materials Science. Materials in Medicine, 2024Topical application of cholesterol sulfate increases stratum corneum thickness and inhibits protease-induced cell dissociation by competitively inhibiting serine proteases in mice and human stratum corneum.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 1998Topical lovastatin treatment impairs the recovery of cutaneous permeability barrier function and stratum corneum cholesterol levels after acetone disruption in mice, an effect normalized by simultaneous treatment with mevalonate or cholesterol.
The Journal of Clinical Investigation, 1990
Ingredients
Water, Isohexadecane, Sorbitol, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Steareth-2, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Carbomer, Triethyl Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholesterol, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylyl Glycol, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum, Benzoic Acid
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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