Curél Curel Intensive Moisture Care Foaming Facial Wash for oily skin
Ceramides
Glycerin
Glycyrrhizinic Acid
Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate
Coconut Fatty Acid Acyl Glutamate Na Oil
Caution
- CautionOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- RiskySafety
A poor match for oily skin; the cleansers alongside 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
- Offers moderate cleansing for your oily skin, as Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate and Lauryl Hydroxy Sulfobetaine effectively remove impurities without stripping the skin. Glycerin and Maltitol provide humectant action that may be too heavy for oily skin, offering general skincare benefits that are not targeted for oily shine.
- The absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of Glycyrrhizinic Acid 2k ensure a gentle experience for your oily skin.
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
★4.7Overall rating based on 2.5k+ reviewsIt is frequently praised for its suitability for sensitive skin and its effectiveness as a second cleanse. Some users note that the product can be pricey for the amount, may not remove heavy makeup on its own, and a small number of ingredient-conscious users dislike the presence of parabens.
Highlights
Gentle, non-stripping Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't strip skin”
- “no tight feeling”
- “skin feels soft”
- “gentlest cleanse possible”
Dense foam texture Often Mentioned
- “one pump gives rich foam”
- “airy creamy lather”
- “dense and soft”
- “marshmallow texture”
Sensitive skin safe Often Mentioned
- “no irritation”
- “calms redness”
- “fragrance-free”
Effective second cleanse Sometimes Noted
- “perfect morning wash”
- “great second step”
- “removes oil residue”
- “leaves face fresh”
Not for makeup Sometimes Noted
- “won't remove mascara”
- “too gentle for makeup”
- “needs oil cleanser first”
- “struggles with foundation”
Price vs. quantity Sometimes Noted
- “a bit pricey”
- “bottle runs out fast”
- “expensive for size”
- “wish it was cheaper”
Contains parabens Rarely Noted
- “contains methylparaben”
- “wish it was paraben-free”
- “avoid if avoiding parabens”
Not hydrating Rarely Noted
- “still need moisturizer”
- “neutral but not hydrating”
- “expected more moisture”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Curél Intensive Moisture Care Foaming Facial Wash for oily skin?
This cleanser may be too heavy for your oily skin because it includes heavy hydrating ingredients that offer general care rather than targeting oily shine. Cleansers of this type need ingredients like niacinamide, salicylic acid, or probiotics to manage excess oil and support skin health without irritation.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for oily skin?
Glycerin and Maltitol make this cleanser a poor fit because they provide heavy moisture that is not needed for oily shine. Cleansers for this skin need ingredients like Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, or probiotics to help manage excess oil and support skin health without irritation.
What do Ceramides do for oily skin?
Ceramides help balance and strengthen oily skin by supporting the natural barrier and keeping moisture locked in without feeling heavy. They may also help calm irritation and reduce blemishes when used as part of a regular daily routine.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2004
What does Glycerin do for oily skin?
Glycerin helps keep oily skin hydrated without feeling heavy and supports the skin barrier. Because this product is a weak fit for your skin, an ideal product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and ingredients that balance oil while protecting the skin.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008International Journal of Toxicology, 2019
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This cleanser goes in your morning and evening routine, coming before a hydrating toner and moisturizer in the morning and after makeup removal in the evening. Because it contains heavy ingredients like glycerin that are not ideal for oily shine, an oily skin routine also needs lightweight, oil-balancing cleansers and purifying treatments.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cleanser with retinol, applying the cleanser first to clean skin followed by your retinol treatment. This cleanser helps wash away impurities gently, but because oily skin needs products that do not feel heavy, this type of cleanser works best when it includes ingredients that balance oil and lightweight hydrators.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser may be used in your morning and evening routine, though it is a poor match that requires caution for your oily skin because its ingredients can feel too heavy. Oily skin needs a cleanser that offers light cleansing to remove impurities and shine without adding extra weight.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin, as it gently removes impurities without using heavy oils. However, it contains ingredients like glycerin that add extra moisture, which may feel too heavy for oily skin. A cleanser for oily skin needs lighter cleansing and balancing ingredients to keep extra shine under control without adding extra moisture.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this cleanser on your body, but you should use caution around the eyes because the skin there is much thinner and more sensitive. Cleansers for this skin need a very gentle, lightweight formula that rinses clean without heavy moisturizing ingredients.
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, 2012Combining 755 nm alexandrite laser with topical licorice gel significantly reduces terminal hair counts compared to alexandrite laser with placebo in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015Licochalcone A activated Nrf2 signaling, elevated cytoprotective enzymes, increased the reduced-to-oxidized glutathione ratio, and decreased reactive oxygen species in human fibroblasts and neutrophils, while a LicA-rich licorice extract lowered UVA-induced oxidative processes in vivo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2015Bioactive glycyrrhizic acid and oxymatrine ionic liquid self-assembled nanomicelles significantly promoted the transdermal permeation, subcutaneous retention, and anti-photoaging efficacy of palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 in cellular and animal models compared to unformulated peptide.
Advanced Science, 2025
Ingredients
Glycyrrhizinic Acid 2k, Water, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate, Maltitol, Lauryl Hydroxy Sulfobetaine, Pg, Peg 6000, Coconut Fatty Acid Acyl Glutamate Na Oil, Poe Sorbitan Stearate, Glyceryl Ethyl Hexyl Ether, Potassium Hydroxide, Edetate, Phenoxyethanol, Paraben
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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