Uriage Cleansing Oil for oily skin
Glycerin
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
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 due to glycerin and caprylyl capryl glucoside, but these ingredients do not specifically target oil control, posing a moderate risk of worsening oily shine.
- The presence of laureth-2 and peg-7 glyceryl cocoate provides emollient action that is not ideal for managing excess sebum on 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 as a versatile staple that soothes itchiness and leaves the skin barrier feeling replenished and soft, suitable for both face and body.
Highlights
Gentle & non-stripping Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't strip skin”
- “no tight feeling”
- “soothes irritation”
Hydrating/moisturizing Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin soft”
- “very hydrating”
- “moisturizes well”
- “skin feels comfortable”
Pleasant texture Sometimes Noted
- “lathers well”
- “rinses easily”
- “nice oil-to-foam”
- “silky texture”
Versatile (face & body) Sometimes Noted
- “great for face and body”
- “safe for baby”
- “use it in shower”
- “good for whole family”
Makeup removal Sometimes Noted
- “struggles with mascara”
- “doesn't remove waterproof makeup”
- “stings eyes”
- “need double cleanse”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “pump arrived broken”
- “leaks in bottle”
- “hard to pump”
- “defective dispenser”
Scent Rarely Noted
- “smells like plastic”
- “weird scent”
- “off-putting smell”
- “not pleasant”
Texture confusion Rarely Noted
- “more gel than oil”
- “thick consistency”
- “not a true oil”
- “hard to spread”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Uriage Cleansing Oil for oily skin?
Lovi advises caution because this cleanser may worsen oily shine since its ingredients do not specifically target oil control. Oily skin needs a cleanser that manages excess shine and supports skin health using effective ingredients like niacinamide, ceramides, salicylic acid, and probiotics.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for oily skin?
Glycerin and caprylyl capryl glucoside offer moderate cleansing but do not target oil control, while laureth-2 and peg-7 glyceryl cocoate add extra conditioning that is not ideal for managing excess shine. Oily skin needs a cleanser with ingredients like niacinamide, ceramides, salicylic acid, or probiotics to help manage excess oil and reduce shine without irritation.
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
What does Sodium Laureth Sulfate do for oily skin?
Sodium laureth sulfate is a cleanser that removes excess oil, but it may dry out the skin and weaken its barrier. Because it is harsh, oily skin usually needs gentler cleansers containing mild surfactants and hydrating ingredients to stay calm and smooth.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This cleanser goes into both your morning and evening routines as the cleansing step. Because it is a poor match for oily skin, a product of this type needs oil-controlling and balancing ingredients to help manage excess shine.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You should use caution when using this cleanser with retinol, as it may not adequately control excess shine and could worsen oily skin. Oily skin needs a cleanser that regulates oil and uses targeted ingredients to help keep pores clear without adding heavy softening agents.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This cleanser poses a moderate risk of worsening oily shine on your skin since it lacks oil control ingredients and has softening components that are not ideal for managing excess sebum. An oily skin type needs a cleanser with oil-absorbing and clarifying ingredients to properly manage extra shine.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to directly cause purging, but it may worsen oily shine since its ingredients do not target oil control. Oily skin needs a cleanser with oil-balancing and clarifying ingredients to keep pores clear.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this cleanser on your body, but it is better to avoid the thin skin around your eyes where irritation may happen more easily. This type of skin needs gentle, lightweight care with ingredients that hydrate without feeling heavy.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
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, 2001Sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) treatment decreases lipid membrane chain conformational order and stiffness leading to increased water sorption and diffusivity, whereas sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) treatment increases lipid membrane conformational order and stiffness with increased water sorption capacity driven by its hygroscopic nature.
Langmuir, 2014
Ingredients
Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Parfum, Laureth-2, Peg Ppg-120 10 Trimethylolpropane Trioleate, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium 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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