Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash for skin with dark spots
Glycerin
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Myristic Acid
Lauric Acid
Triethanolamine
Average
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for skin with dark spots; other cleansers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dark spots: hyperpigmentation, sun spots, and uneven skin tone. 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 cleansing for your normal skin, as lauric acid and myristic acid effectively remove impurities, though these ingredients do not directly address your main goal of pigmentation.
- Glycerin and O-Cymen-5-Ol provide humectant and antimicrobial benefits, supporting overall skin health for normal skin.
- The product is safe for your normal skin, featuring soothing O-Cymen-5-Ol and avoiding harsh or prohibited ingredients.
How to apply
- You can use this cleanser AM and PM every single day. Start slowly 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply this cleanser as the first step in your morning routine or the second step in your evening routine. Follow it with toner and moisturizer.
- Massage a small amount of cleanser gently onto your face using circular motions. Rinse well with lukewarm water and pat dry.
- For the best results, apply your cleanser directly to wet skin to help wash away dirt. Make sure your face is clean before you begin.
- Avoid getting the cleanser in your eyes. Always do a quick patch test before using the product for the very first time.
People Say
★3.7Overall rating based on 3.1k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this foaming face wash is frequently recommended for oily and acne-prone skin, with many users appreciating its effectiveness in controlling oil and clearing impurities. However, a significant number of users with dry or sensitive skin report that the formula can be too drying or harsh for regular use.
Highlights
Effective oil control Often Mentioned
- “Removes excess oil and keeps skin fresh.”
- “My face doesn't feel oily at all even after 2 hours.”
- “Great for oily skinned people.”
- “Removes extra oil from the skin.”
Reduces acne Often Mentioned
- “It really prevents pimples.”
- “Notable reduction in my breakouts.”
- “Acne on my cheeks dried up completely.”
- “Helps prevent pimples and acne.”
Causes skin dryness Often Mentioned
- “Not good to use if you have extremely dry skin.”
- “It may lead to dryness.”
- “It can feel a bit dry if you don't have oily skin.”
- “A bit drying in colder weather.”
Affordable price Sometimes Noted
- “Affordable for good worth.”
- “Offers quality at a lower cost.”
- “I can't believe a cheap drugstore product can be this good!”
Deep cleansing Sometimes Noted
- “Pulls out every last bit of dirt.”
- “Leaves my skin feeling fresh and thoroughly clean.”
- “Cleans deep without causing dryness.”
Formula changes Sometimes Noted
- “This new formula is very watery.”
- “Recently, it seems, they've changed the scent a little.”
- “Manufacturer apparently made the stupid decision to change the formula.”
Irritation potential Rarely Noted
- “Burned the skin all over my face.”
- “Several of my friends told me it never suited them.”
Strong fragrance Rarely Noted
- “Fragrance too strong for my liking.”
- “Having sensitive skin means fragrances are a no-no.”
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Questions and answers
How well does Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash work for skin with dark spots?
Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash works moderately well for skin with dark spots because it cleanses impurities safely, though it does not directly target pigmentation. Cleansers that fit this skin better need ingredients like niacinamide and ceramides to fade dark spots while keeping the skin soft and healthy.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for skin with dark spots?
Glycerin helps keep your skin healthy and moisturized while you cleanse, though this face wash does not directly target dark spots. Cleansers that fit this skin better need brightening and barrier-repairing ingredients like niacinamide and ceramides alongside gentle cleansing.
What does Glycerin do for skin with dark spots?
Glycerin helps keep dry skin hydrated and supports a healthy skin barrier, which makes skin feel soft and smooth. While it does not directly fade dark spots on its own, it is often added to spot-fading products to keep the skin comfortable while other ingredients work.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Acta Dermato-venereologica, 2017
What does Cocamidopropyl Betaine do for skin with dark spots?
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a cleansing agent rather than an active ingredient that targets dark spots, so it does not directly fade them. Skin with dark spots needs cleansers containing targeted brightening or exfoliating ingredients to help even out skin tone.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for skin with dark spots?
This cleanser goes in your morning and evening routine as the first cleansing step, or as the second step in the evening after your makeup remover. Skin with dark spots needs a cleanser that also includes brightening ingredients to actively fade dark spots.
Can I use this cleanser with salicylic acid, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser with salicylic acid by washing your face with the cleanser first and applying your salicylic acid treatment afterward. This routine safely removes impurities, though a product for dark spots of this type also needs brightening ingredients like vitamin C or niacinamide to help fade discoloration.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this cleanser daily in the morning and evening as part of your routine. This product washes away dirt and oil effectively, though skin with dark spots needs cleansers with brightening ingredients to help fade spots.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for skin with dark spots?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for skin with dark spots because it thoroughly washes away daily impurities and excess oil. However, it does not target dark spots, so this skin needs added brightening ingredients like vitamin C or niacinamide to help fade discoloration and even out tone.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this cleanser on your body, but it is best to avoid the very thin skin around the eyes to prevent irritation. Cleansers used near the eyes or on larger body areas should be gentle and well-tolerated.
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, 2017The 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, 2012The 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, 2003All three treatments—benzoyl peroxide, benzoyl peroxide plus erythromycin, and the combination of niacinamide, gallic acid, and lauric acid—were effective in reducing acne vulgaris severity in ninety patients over eight weeks.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2020Co-application of curcumin and lauric acid liposomal gel exhibited enhanced antibacterial effect and a two-fold reduction in comedones count and cytokines in a rat ear model compared to the placebo-treated group.
Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2019Glycerosomes loaded with lincomycin and lauric acid incorporated into a carbopol hydrogel achieved a two-fold increase in skin deposition of lincomycin and reduced inflammation, bacterial load, and improved histopathological changes in an acne mouse model compared to lincomycin hydrogel.
International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2023Topical 2% tea lotion significantly decreased inflammatory lesions and was superior to 5% zinc sulphate solution in patients with acne vulgaris.
Saudi Medical Journal, 2008Topical 2% tea lotion significantly reduced the mean lesion count of papules and pustules in patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to a control solution over 2 months.
Saudi Medical Journal, 2006
Why other cleansers fit skin with dark spots better
Niacinamide significantly decreased hyperpigmentation and increased skin lightness compared with vehicle alone after 4 weeks of use in women by inhibiting melanosome transfer.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
Ingredients
Water, Triethanolamine, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Lauryl Phosphate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Pentasodium Triphosphate, O-Cymen-5-Ol Isopropyl Methylphenol, Benzophenone-4, Butylated Hydroxytoluene
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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