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GLAMFOX Rice Niacinamide Cleansing Oil for oily skin

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

  • Offers moderate makeup removal for your oily skin, as rice and niacinamide help cleanse pores and regulate oil production. Niacinamide also provides general skincare benefits for oily skin, supporting your existing concerns.
  • The formula is highly suitable for oily skin due to niacinamide's seboregulating properties and rice extract's soothing effects.
  • The product is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh 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

★4.0Overall rating based on 100+ reviews

Based on limited user data, this cleansing oil is generally well-received, particularly by those with oily and combination skin who discover it at discount retailers. It effectively emulsifies and removes makeup without feeling harsh. Some users have noted potential dryness, especially when used with other products from the same brand, and the presence of fragrance may be a concern for sensitive individuals. The scarcity of reviews makes it difficult to draw definitive conclusions.

Highlights

  • Lack of data Mostly Mentioned
    • “Has anyone tried this?”
    • “can't find reviews”
    • “unknown pH”
  • Effective emulsification Often Mentioned
    • “Oil turns to milk once water hits it”
    • “rinses off easily”
    • “emulsifies well”
  • Hard to find Often Mentioned
    • “Found at TJ Maxx”
    • “hard to find online”
    • “random stock”
  • Brightening ingredients Sometimes Noted
    • “Good ingredient list”
    • “brightening potential”
    • “contains rice extract”
  • Gentle cleansing Sometimes Noted
    • “So gentle on skin”
    • “doesn't feel harsh”
    • “nice texture”
  • Makeup removal Sometimes Noted
    • “Dissolves oil well”
    • “squeaky clean finish”
    • “removes makeup”
  • Contains fragrance Sometimes Noted
    • “Contains parfum”
    • “scent might be strong”
    • “fragrance listed in ingredients”
  • Potential dryness Rarely Noted
    • “Severe dryness around chin”
    • “skin felt tight”
    • “need to moisturize well after”

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Questions and answers

How well does GLAMFOX Rice Niacinamide Cleansing Oil work for oily skin?

This cleansing oil works moderately well for oily skin, as rice and niacinamide help clean out pores and balance oil. It is safe and unlikely to cause irritation, though other products fit oily skin better by featuring oil-controlling ingredients and lighter textures that avoid excess shine.

Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for oily skin?

Rice and niacinamide make this cleanser a good fit because they help cleanse pores and regulate oil production. Niacinamide also provides general skincare benefits and niacinamide's seboregulating properties combined with rice extract's soothing effects give the formula high suitability for oily skin.

What does Water do for oily skin?

Water helps keep oily skin hydrated without adding grease or clogging pores. Keeping oily skin properly hydrated may also help balance oil production and reduce unwanted shine.

What does Rice do for oily skin?

Rice helps manage oily skin by reducing unwanted shine and absorbing excess oil. This ingredient has a very low chance of causing irritation, making it gentle enough for daily care.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 2023

Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily skin?

This makeup remover goes in your evening routine, where you use it before your cleanser, and in your weekly routine before your cleanser, enzyme powder, cleansing mask, hydrating toner, treatment, and moisturizer. Oily skin needs a cleansing oil with lightweight, oil-balancing ingredients like niacinamide and soothing plant extracts to clear pores without feeling heavy.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020

Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before your cleanser and treatment, but an oily skin routine needs ingredients that deeply clear pores and balance oil without feeling heavy.

How often should I use this cleanser?

You can use this makeup remover in the evening as part of your routine for oily skin, or as part of your weekly routine. Since this product provides an average fit, oily skin often benefits more from makeup removers that feature stronger oil-balancing ingredients and deep-cleansing agents to thoroughly clear pores.

Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?

This cleansing oil is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin, as it contains safe ingredients and no harsh components. However, oily skin still needs a cleanser that specifically balances excess oil and thoroughly clears pores without leaving any heavy residue.

What the research says

  • Daily application of a cream containing niosomes loaded with purple glutinous rice extract in 20 human volunteers for 28 days resulted in a significant decrease in melanin index and skin roughness by -14.05% and -9.95%, and increases in skin hydration and elastic recovery by +48.73% and +35.98% compared to initial values.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020
  • The iontophoretic delivery of hyaluronic acid nanogel-loaded Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate significantly reduced advanced glycation end products and mitigated skin stiffening in an ex vivo skin tissue glycation model.

    International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2025
  • Red rice extract suppressed UVB-induced inflammation and skin aging in human skin fibroblasts by inhibiting the MAPK signaling pathway, leading to decreased NF-kappa B and AP-1 activation, reduced ECM degradation, and increased ECM synthesis compared to UVB-irradiated controls.

    Natural Product Communications, 2016
  • Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
  • Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.

    The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008
  • Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.

    Dermatologic Surgery, 2005

Ingredients

Water, Rice, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Penetration Enhancer

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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