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Benefit Cosmetics Mini The POREfessional Good Cleanup Foaming Cleanser

This foaming cleanser is designed to purify the skin and minimize the appearance of pores. Its gel-to-foam texture is refreshing, and it aims to deliver clearer, smoother skin over time.

Sephora price

$15.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

4.6 / 5

About 507 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Good for: PoresGood for: Uneven TextureLemon Extract: Helps pores look smaller.Yuzu Extract: Helps skin feel smoother.Bisabolol: Comforts skin.Pores

These are the shopper themes that keep showing up around this listing and shape why people open it in the first place.

Glass take

4.6 / 5 overall fit

A refreshing cleanser that effectively tackles pores and texture, leaving skin feeling clearer and smoother.

Benefit Cosmetics Mini The POREfessional Good Cleanup Foaming Cleanser

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A gel cleanser that bubbles up into a refreshing, purifying, feel-good foam, making pores look smaller and skin look clearer over time.

NormalDryCombinationand OilyPores

Apply to face and massage in gentle, circular motions.

Rinse.

Use daily, AM and PM.

Beauty tips:

Use after The POREfessional Get Unblocked Makeup-Removing Cleansing Oil (sold separately) for a thorough double cleanse!

Smooth on The POREfessional Pore Minimizing Primer (sold separately) before makeup for smoother-than-smooth skin!

Recycling Instructions:

FSC-certified outer packaging and PCR aluminum bottle are recyclable in many areas. Please check your local recycling guidelines.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid choice for anyone looking to address pore appearance and skin texture. It works well as a first or second cleanse, and its ingredients offer gentle benefits.

Pore Minimizing

Many reviewers highlight how this cleanser helps their pores look smaller and less noticeable with regular use.

Refreshing Experience

The foaming action and scent are frequently mentioned as contributing to a pleasant and invigorating cleansing experience.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

All skin types, especially those concerned with pores and texture
Daily cleansing
Double cleansing routines

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You prefer a very gentle, non-foaming cleanser
You have extremely sensitive skin that reacts to fragrance

Routine Fit

Where This Cleanser Fits In

This cleanser is ideal for the 'Cleanse' step in your routine, used both morning and night. For a deeper clean, consider using it after an oil-based cleanser to remove makeup and impurities effectively.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

Effectively cleanses pores
Improves skin texture
Refreshing feel
Suitable for daily use

Where it starts to feel redundant

Contains fragrance
May not be suitable for very dry or sensitive skin types without careful observation

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

Use this cleanser twice daily to maintain clear skin and address pore concerns. It can be used as the primary cleanser or as the second step in a double cleansing routine.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.6/ 5 overall

A refreshing cleanser that effectively tackles pores and texture, leaving skin feeling clearer and smoother.

Pore appearance

4.5 / 5

Users report visible improvement in pore size and clarity with consistent use.

Texture improvement

4.4 / 5

The formula helps to smooth out skin texture, making it feel softer and more refined.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Aqua (Water)

Badness

0.0 / 10

The primary solvent in cosmetic formulations.

Usually helps with

Dissolving ingredients

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Coco-Betaine

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild amphoteric surfactant that helps create foam and cleanse the skin.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing, foam boosting

Watch for

Can be irritating for some very sensitive skin types

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Attracts moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common solvent and humectant that also helps to improve product texture.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture enhancement

Watch for

None

Surfactant

PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A thickening agent and surfactant that helps to create a rich lather.

Usually helps with

Thickening, foam

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for some

Surfactant

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild anionic surfactant used for its cleansing and foaming properties.

Usually helps with

Cleansing, foam

Watch for

Can be mildly irritating for some

Humectant

Maltitol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A sugar alcohol that can help attract and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild anionic surfactant known for its gentle cleansing and good foaming.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing, foam

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild anionic surfactant derived from coconut oil, known for its gentle cleansing and creamy lather.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing, creamy lather

Watch for

None

Viscosity Controlling Agent

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Badness

0.0 / 10

A polymer used to thicken the product and improve its texture.

Usually helps with

Product texture

Watch for

None

Preservative

Sodium Benzoate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common preservative that prevents microbial growth.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Can cause irritation in sensitive individuals, especially when combined with acidic ingredients

Emollient

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent that also has preservative-boosting properties.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning, preservation support

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Citric Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product to be optimal for skin.

Usually helps with

pH balancing

Watch for

Can be irritating at high concentrations

Antioxidant

Hydroxyacetophenone

Badness

0.0 / 10

An antioxidant that helps protect the skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

None

Fragrance

Parfum (Fragrance)

Badness

5.0 / 10

Adds scent to the product.

Usually helps with

Scent

Watch for

Can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions

Film Former

Polyquaternium-22

Badness

1.0 / 10

A conditioning agent that can form a film on the skin.

Usually helps with

Conditioning

Watch for

None

Soothing Agent

Bisabolol

Badness

0.0 / 10

Derived from chamomile, it has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, calming

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Sodium Citrate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product.

Usually helps with

pH balancing

Watch for

None

Humectant

Pentylene Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation support

Watch for

None

Exfoliant

Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract

Badness

3.0 / 10

Contains natural acids that can help exfoliate the skin and brighten the complexion. Can increase sun sensitivity.

Usually helps with

Brightening, pore appearance

Watch for

Photosensitivity, potential irritation

Skin Conditioning Agent

Sphingolipids

Badness

0.0 / 10

Lipids that are naturally found in the skin barrier, helping to maintain its structure and function.

Usually helps with

Barrier support, conditioning

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning Agent

Sphingomonas Ferment Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

A fermented extract that can help to improve skin hydration and texture.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture improvement

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Citrus Junos Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in Vitamin C, it provides antioxidant benefits and can help brighten the skin.

Usually helps with

Brightening, antioxidant protection

Watch for

Potential for irritation in sensitive skin

Antioxidant

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A synthetic antioxidant that protects the product from degradation.

Usually helps with

Product stability

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E, it acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cleanser good for oily skin?

Yes, this cleanser is formulated for normal, dry, combination, and oily skin types, with a particular focus on addressing pores.

Can I use this cleanser daily?

Yes, it is recommended for daily use, both in the morning and at night.

Does this cleanser help with pore appearance?

Yes, the formula contains ingredients like Lemon Fruit Extract that are intended to help pores look smaller over time.

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