oil based cleanser

Sephora customers often prefer the following products when searching for oil based cleanser.

If you're looking for an all-purpose cleanser that can handle everything from face oil to eye makeup, an oil-based cleanser is the way to go. They're easy to find and don't require a lot of product.

$54.00

Love this oil cleanser! I've used other oil-based cleansers in the past and had mixed experiences given my combination skin so it was amazing to come across this product that has worked so well with my skin. ...Using an oil based cleanser new for me but now that I tried it I would not go back. ...Finally found the perfect oil-based cleanser!

What it is: A gentle cleanser with moringa and rose oils that melts through even the most stubborn makeup, SPF, and daily grime, leaving your skin visibly glowing.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Redness, and Dullness

Formulation: Oil

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Moringa Oil: Proven anti-pollution cleansing benefits and rich in antioxidants to visibly brighten.
- Squalane Oil: Balances the skin's natural oils while visibly brightening and protecting.
- Rose Oil: Revered in Ayurveda for its calming and moisturizing capabilities.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palm

$47.50

This was okay, I didn’t find it any different from other (cheaper) oil cleansers. At the price I wouldn’t repurchase, I didn’t find it much different from the Glossier oil cleanser....I have been using oil based cleansers for a couple of years to remove water proof sunscreen and makeup.

What it is: A lightweight, hydrating facial cleansing oil that thoroughly dissolves waterproof and hard to remove makeup, sunscreen, and impurities.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Oil

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Grapeseed Oil: Improves roughness and dullness.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, phthalates, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, and triclosan.

What Else You Need to Know: This multi-tasking cleansing oil quickly melts away waterproof makeup while maintaining skin’s moisture. It can be used on wet or dry skin

$65.00

Best acne oil...The best acne oil, it smells great, is hydrating and works!...If you feel there's gonna be some acne or breakout coming out, dab a little of this oil on it, it will work the magic. You only need a drop or two for your cheeks because it is oil based and no it doesn't cause breakouts.

What it is: An oil for blemish-prone skin that reduces the appearance of blemishes and targets future breakouts while keeping your skin hydrated, nourished, and visibly even toned. 


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Redness, and Acne and Blemishes


Formulation: Oil


Highlighted Ingredients:
- Black Cumin Seed: A calming oil that visibly targets blemishes, reduces redness, and soothes irritation.

- Blue Tansy: Naturally fights the look of blemishes while calming and soothing.

- Rosehip Oil: Fades the look of scars, visibly evens out skin tone, and hydrates.

SulwhasooGentle Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover

ITEM: 2708477

Size: 6.76 fl oz / 200 ml

517 Reviews

$54.00

This cleansing oil is a great addition to a skincare routine. After using the product, my skin feels moisturized because of the oil based consistency. ...And it didn't feel heavy, greasy and didn't break me out! This oil cleanser felt hydrating, and didn't strip my skin of it's natural oils.

What it is: A transforming oil cleanser that melts away waterproof makeup and other impurities, leaving the skin soft, moisturized and feeling hydrated.                        


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Uneven Texture, Oiliness


Formulation: Lightweight Gel


Highlighted Ingredients:

Korean Herbal Oil Complex: Helps melt oil-based purities while softening and nourishing skin
Hydra Capture Complex™: Helps skin retain moisture even af

$40.00

Holy Grail of Oil Based Cleansers...This is the best oil based cleanser I have ever used and I have tried many. ...Perfect first cleanse but please follow up with a water based cleanser!! (this is true for all oil based cleansers)

What it is: A vegan cleansing oil that melts away makeup, cleanses, and hydrates without leaving a greasy finish.

Skin Type: Normal and Dry

Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, Uneven Texture

Formulation: Oil

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Sweet Almond Oil: Softens, strengthens, and soothes.
- Grape Seed Oil: Moisturizes and nourishes with antioxidants.
- Sunflower Oil and Castor Oil: Dissolves makeup and supports lash growth.

DermalogicaPrecleanse Cleansing Oil

ITEM: 2002079

Size: 5.1 oz/ 150 mL

1.3K Reviews

$69.00

Love this cleansing oil!!! I realized that oil based cleansers are so much better than wipes. ...Great oil based cleanser for a double cleanse!...I would recommend it if you are looking to double cleanser with a oil based cleanser but would not if you are not okay with fragrance.

What it is: A thoroughly cleansing oil that melts away waterproof makeup, SPF, debris, and oil without clogging pores or stripping your skin’s natural oils.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Redness, and Acne and Blemishes

Formulation: Lightweight Oil

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Vitamin E and Rice Bran Extract: Antioxidant-rich ingredients that moisturize, smooth, and soften skin.
- Kukui Nut Oil and Borage Seed Oil: Supply vitamins A and C, as well as skin-barrier-supportive omega-3 fatty acids.
- Apricot Kernel Oil: Soothes irritated skin, nourishes, and moisturizes.

The OrdinaryMini Squalane Cleanser

ITEM: 2238988

Size: 1.7 oz/ 50 mL

231 Reviews

$13.10

I love this oil based cleanser! its my first step in a double cleanse and it never makes my skin (oily) feel greasy aftee...So I was quite skeptical about using this cleanser forever as I normally don’t like cream/oil based ones.

What it is: A gentle, moisturizing facial cleanser.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores and Dryness

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: This gentle cleansing product is formulated to target makeup removal while leaving the skin feeling smooth and moisturized.

$55.00

I first tried the travel size version, and was shocked at how good it was at removing makeup and not leaving my face greasy, just clean and hydrated without the typical waxy, oily residue from typical traditional oil based cleansers. This is great for oily dry combo skin that breaks out. ...best oil cleanser to remove all the make up...I've tried many oil cleansers in my life. Very expensive oil cleanser, natural oil cleanser and etc.

What it is:
A cleansing oil to immediately dissolve tenacious face makeup, oil, and impurities.

What it is formulated to do:
This powerful oil dissolves all traces of makeup and impurities. Recommended for all skin types, it easily glides on and rinses off cleanly with water, leaving no residue behind.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens

What else you need to know:
This product has been ophthalmologist tested.

$44.00

I really like this! I am new to oil based cleansers and this feels and smells really nice...PERFECT oil cleanser for double cleansing!...I wanted to start double cleansing and a Sephora employee recommended this product to use for the first cleanser (an oil based one) breaks down makeup for a thorough clean!

What it is: An antioxidant-rich cleansing oil that gently removes long-wear makeup and impurities to leave skin looking and feeling hydrated.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Lightweight Oil

Highlighted Ingredients:
- 8 Plant-Derived Oils and Extracts: Calm, soften, and deliver nourishing, antioxidant-rich oils to the skin.
- Sugarcane-Derived Squalane: Weightlessly locks in essential moisture.
- Sugarcane-Derived Hemisqualane: Gently and effectively cleanses and removes makeup.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

$119.00

Removes the most stubborn make-up. I even got oil based stain from staining the banisters on my hands and this was the only thing that got it off!...Cleansing oils are quickly becoming my favorite....Therefore, active ingredients are more powerful in cleansers that have an oil base. Tata Harper's Nourishing Cleaning Oil is first and foremost, a sight to behold.

What it is: A lightweight multi-vitamin cleansing oil that melts makeup and dissolves buildup with natural oils and esters.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dullness/Uneven Texture and Dryness

Formulation: Oil

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Alfalfa: Nourishes skin with biotin and vitamin E.
- Vitamin A in Sacha Inchi Oil: Fights and neutralizes free radicals.
- Squalane: Helps maintain skin’s hydration.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and cruelty-free.

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