Simple Hydrating Cleansing Oil for combination skin
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Isopropyl Palmitate
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Retinyl Palmitate
Tocopheryl AcetateHigh
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for combination skin; a few pre-cleansers fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 combination skin as Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil and Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil effectively dissolve impurities and provide emollient action. The formula lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control, which could enhance its benefits for oily shine.
- The product is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
- The presence of Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil and Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil offers moderate benefits for oily shine and combination skin by providing hydration and cleansing.
How to apply
- Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine to clear away excess oil.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser to effectively break down heavy makeup and dirt.
- Gently wipe the makeup remover across your face using a soft cotton pad, avoiding harsh rubbing.
- Use the makeup remover on completely dry skin to help dissolve surface oils and impurities best.
- Avoid direct contact with the eyes while using this makeup remover.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 300+ reviewsThis grapeseed-oil based cleanser is widely praised by users with sensitive and acne-prone skin for its gentle, non-stripping formula that effectively dissolves makeup without causing irritation. While most users find it leaves skin soft and hydrated, a minority report issues with a lingering oily residue or an unpleasant "cooking oil" scent.
Highlights
Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “Melted away foundation and my base”
- “Removes EVERYTHING with massaging”
- “Dissolves long wear lipstick”
Gentle on sensitive skin Mostly Mentioned
- “Doesn't sting eyes or break me out”
- “Perfect for sensitive skin”
- “No irritation or breakouts”
Non-stripping, hydrating Often Mentioned
- “Skin feels beautifully soft”
- “Instantly hydrated”
- “No tight feeling”
Great value Sometimes Noted
- “Cheapest and best oil cleanser”
- “Bottle lasts ages”
- “Great option at this price point”
Oily residue Sometimes Noted
- “Leaves a weird grimy residue”
- “Hard to rinse off completely”
- “Leaves a thin oil film”
Breakouts Rarely Noted
- “Caused texture on my cheeks”
- “Broke me out horribly”
- “Clogged my pores”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “Would prefer a pump”
- “Messy when pouring out”
- “Leaky cap”
Unpleasant scent Rarely Noted
- “Smells like chip fat”
- “Noticed a cooking oil-like smell”
- “Smell is really off putting”
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Questions and answers
What makes Simple Hydrating Cleansing Oil a great fit for combination skin?
Simple Hydrating Cleansing Oil is a great fit because grape seed and sunflower oils dissolve impurities while keeping your skin soft and hydrated. It is safe for your skin type and is unlikely to cause irritation since it lacks harsh ingredients.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for combination skin?
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil and Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil make this cleanser a good fit by dissolving impurities and keeping your skin soft and hydrated. They help cleanse the skin safely while maintaining its moisture barrier without causing irritation.
What does Grapeseed Oil do for combination skin?
Grapeseed oil is a good match for combination skin because it is lightweight and helps keep areas soft without feeling heavy. It absorbs quickly to smooth dry spots while keeping oily zones balanced.
What does Isopropyl Palmitate do for combination skin?
Isopropyl Palmitate helps moisturize dry areas on combination skin by softening the surface, but it is heavy and may clog pores in oilier zones. A product for this skin type needs lighter, balancing ingredients that hydrate without feeling greasy.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
You use this makeup remover in the evening as the first step of your nighttime routine, or in your weekly routine before cleansing. It safely dissolves impurities with grape seed and sunflower seed oils while keeping your skin calm.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before your cleanser when using retinol. It is a great fit for your combination skin, helping to dissolve makeup safely while keeping your skin calm and comfortable.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine and weekly routine to dissolve impurities and gently cleanse your combination skin. It is safe for your skin and is unlikely to cause irritation.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
Simple Hydrating Cleansing Oil is unlikely to cause irritation on your combination skin since it lacks harsh ingredients, though reviewers occasionally report a low likelihood of breakouts and oily residue. Sunflower seed oil and grape seed oil in the formula help cleanse and hydrate without disrupting the skin barrier.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Grapeseed oil-loaded dermocosmetic nanoemulgel applied on the cheeks of healthy volunteers significantly reduced skin melanin, erythema, sebum production, and pores while increasing moisture and elasticity compared to a placebo.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical treatment with cranberry oil and grape oil improved wound healing in rats, with cranberry oil showing an 88.1% wound area reduction and grape oil showing 84.6% compared to 74.1% in controls and 78.4% in the mupirocin standard group on day 13.
Phytotherapy Research, 2011An ionic liquid-based grapeseed oil emulsion increased transdermal penetration by 4.63-fold and improved skin hydration, firmness, elasticity, and facial wrinkles after 28 days of continuous use compared to ordinary emulsion.
Pharmaceuticals, 2024Over-the-counter retinol products provided only weak evidence for a mild ameliorating effect on fine facial skin wrinkle lines in randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled trials, and major methodological flaws call the validity of positive results into question.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2021A cosmetic niacinamide/peptide/retinyl propionate regimen significantly improved periorbital wrinkle appearance relative to a 0.02% tretinoin regimen at 8 weeks with comparable benefits at 24 weeks, while demonstrating significantly better tolerability in 196 women.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2010A novel triple-active cosmetic formulation containing 4-hexylresorcinol, retinyl propionate, and niacinamide improved the visual appearance of photoageing similarly to 0.02% tretinoin and reversed a consensus gene signature associated with ageing in female adults while causing less skin irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024Topical application of an antioxidant serum containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented particulate matter-induced degradation of extracellular matrix components, inflammation, and oxidative stress in the skin of 15 female volunteers compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate showed non-comedogenic potential with less than a 50% increase in microcomedones in 12 healthy male subjects compared to octyl palmitate.
Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021Topical application of an antioxidant mix containing 15% ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 1% tocopherol prevented PM and UV-induced skin barrier perturbation, lipid peroxidation, inflammatory markers, MMP9 activation, and Type I collagen loss in 15 healthy females compared to untreated exposed skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Isopropyl Palmitate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Phenoxyethanol, Bht, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate
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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