Deep Cleansing Oil — Reddit Reviews
by DHC
Updated September 3, 2026
Olive oil-based cleanser removes heavy makeup and sunscreen; can clog pores sometimes.
What the community says
This olive oil-based cleansing oil dissolves makeup and stubborn sunscreen effectively. It's often favored by those with dry, sensitive, or tretinoin-treated skin. However, oily or acne-prone users may find it too heavy and prone to causing breakouts if overused.
What this means for you
What people love
- Emulsifies cleanly and removes tough makeup in one step
- Longtime staple for tretinoin users and dry skin
- Gentle enough for sensitive skin and eczema
Watch out for
- Heavier texture can feel clogged and cause breakouts
- May worsen fungal acne or disrupt skin barrier if prone
Product details
Use caution
Concerns
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Product Traits
Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 97 mentions across 29 threads
DHC Deep Cleansing Oil on Reddit, in one place — 29 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/tretinoin and 5 more, summarized.
“I just received the DHC cleansing oil which I have purchased 2 times before on Amazon but this time it’s sold by “Amazon Web services Inc” and it smells so chemically while every other time I have gotten it it smells like olive oil.”
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“Returning and buying from an actual store.”
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“I just received the DHC cleansing oil”
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“DHC Oil Cleanser”
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“PM: - DHC Oil Cleanser”
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“currently in the market for a new oil cleanser due to their CEOs disturbing racist comments”
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“FYI for anyone interested in the DHC Cleansing oil, you can get it for ~$22 right now via skinstore with their 20% off + free shipping.”
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“DHC Cleansing oil”
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“for anyone interested in the DHC Cleansing oil”
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“DHC cleansing oil”
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“🌙PM”
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“this is what’s been working for me.”
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“Have you tried the DHC cleansing oil yet? It’s so good.”
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“the DHC cleansing oil”
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“It’s so good.”
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“Cleanser: DHC Deep Cleansing Oil (oil-based).”
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“It is important (especially if you're a person that wears makeup or a lot of sunscreen) that you break those down using oil-based cleansers”
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“that will emulsify all of the dirt and debris that your skin accumulates throughout the day.”
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