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Elemis Dynamic Gentle Resurfacing Enzyme Cleanser

This enzyme cleanser from Elemis is designed to offer a gentle yet thorough cleanse, lifting away impurities and dead skin cells to reveal a more radiant complexion. Its formulation aims to improve skin texture and clarity without stripping the skin.

Sephora price

$57.00

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

4.7 / 5

About 314 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

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Glass take

4.7 / 5 overall fit

A gentle yet effective enzyme cleanser that brightens and smooths, ideal for most skin types, especially those concerned with texture and pores.

Elemis Dynamic Gentle Resurfacing Enzyme Cleanser

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

An enzyme gel cleanser that gently exfoliates and removes pollutants from the skin to reveal a brighter, smoother complexion.

NormalCombinationand OilyPoresDullnessand Uneven Texture

Use every morning and evening.

Apply one to two pumps to a wet face, neck, and décolleté.

Massage gently in circular motions.

Use a clean, wet washcloth or cleanse twice to remove heavy makeup. Follow up with a moisturizer with SPF protection.

Recycling Instructions:

Rinse out any remaining product.

Recycle jar, inner lid, and outer packaging according to local recycling guidelines.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

This is a solid choice for a daily exfoliating cleanser. It’s effective for improving texture and brightness without being overly harsh, making it suitable for a wide range of skin types. If you're looking for a cleanser that does more than just clean, this is a good option.

Texture Improvement

Many reviewers highlight how this cleanser has significantly improved the smoothness and texture of their skin, making it feel softer and look more refined.

Gentle Yet Effective

Users appreciate that the cleanser effectively removes impurities and dead skin without causing redness or irritation, a balance often hard to find.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Normal, combination, and oily skin types
Those concerned with dullness, uneven texture, and visible pores
Anyone seeking a gentle exfoliating cleanser

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You have very dry or sensitive skin that reacts poorly to enzymes or fragrance
You prefer a completely fragrance-free cleanser

Routine Fit

Where This Cleanser Fits

Use this cleanser as the first step in your morning or evening routine. Apply to wet skin, massage gently, and rinse thoroughly. It's designed to prepare the skin for subsequent treatment steps by removing surface debris and dead skin cells.

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

Effective exfoliation via enzymes
Improves skin brightness and texture
Suitable for multiple skin types
Pleasant scent and texture

Where it starts to feel redundant

Contains fragrance, which may irritate sensitive skin
Higher price point compared to basic cleansers

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This cleanser is suitable for both morning and evening use. In the morning, it helps to refresh and brighten the skin. In the evening, it effectively removes the day's buildup, including pollutants and dead skin cells.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.7/ 5 overall

A gentle yet effective enzyme cleanser that brightens and smooths, ideal for most skin types, especially those concerned with texture and pores.

Gentle Exfoliation

4.8 / 5

The enzyme technology effectively removes dead skin cells without harsh scrubbing, leaving skin feeling soft and smooth.

Brightening Effect

4.6 / 5

Users report a noticeable improvement in skin brightness and a reduction in dullness after consistent use.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Aqua/Water/Eau

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base of the formulation, dissolving other ingredients.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild surfactant used for cleansing and foaming.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Can be drying for very dry skin in high concentrations.

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

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

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild, foam-boosting surfactant.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Can cause irritation in some individuals.

Emulsifier

Acrylates Copolymer

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize the formula and create a smooth texture.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Polysorbate 20

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps to mix oil and water-based ingredients. Can be a mild irritant for some.

Usually helps with

Normal, Oily, Combination skin

Watch for

Potential for mild irritation or dryness in sensitive skin.

Surfactant

Coco-Glucoside

Badness

0.0 / 10

A very mild, plant-derived surfactant that creates foam.

Usually helps with

All skin types, including sensitive

Watch for

None

Emollient

Glycol Distearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Gives the product a pearly appearance and softens the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Glyceryl Oleate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sodium Lactate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A salt of lactic acid, it helps to hydrate the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Dicaprylyl Ether

Badness

0.0 / 10

A light emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin without feeling greasy.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A common preservative to prevent microbial growth. Can be irritating for some.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Potential for skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Emollient

Lauryl Alcohol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that can act as an emollient and surfactant.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Can be drying for very dry skin.

Fragrance

Fragrance (Parfum)

Badness

5.0 / 10

Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of irritation and allergic reactions.

Usually helps with

None (for sensitive skin)

Watch for

Potential for irritation, redness, and allergic reactions, especially for sensitive skin.

Viscosity Adjuster

Sodium Chloride

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to thicken the product.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Orbignya Oleifera (Babassu) Seed Oil

Badness

0.0 / 10

Rich in fatty acids, it conditions and softens the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal skin

Watch for

None

Thickener

Xanthan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A natural gum used to thicken and stabilize the formula.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Sodium Hydroxide

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product to be skin-friendly.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None (in small, regulated amounts)

Humectant

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent that also has preservative properties.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Can cause mild irritation in some individuals.

pH Adjuster

Citric Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Propylene Glycol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A humectant that can also help other ingredients penetrate the skin. Can be irritating for some.

Usually helps with

Normal, Oily, Combination skin

Watch for

Potential for irritation and allergic reactions in sensitive skin.

Preservative

Chlorphenesin

Badness

2.0 / 10

A preservative used to prevent microbial contamination.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Emulsifier

Glyceryl Stearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

An emulsifier and emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Exfoliant

Galactoarabinan*

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived polysaccharide that can offer mild exfoliation and hydration.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

None

Active Enzyme

Papain

Badness

2.0 / 10

An enzyme from papaya that helps to break down dead skin cells.

Usually helps with

Dull skin, uneven texture

Watch for

Can cause mild tingling or redness, especially on sensitive skin.

Chelating Agent

Disodium EDTA

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to improve the stability and performance of the product by binding to metal ions.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

Can enhance penetration of other ingredients, potentially increasing irritation.

Emollient

Behenyl Alcohol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and thickener.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Badness

0.0 / 10

A rich moisturizer and emollient that nourishes the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal skin

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for very acne-prone skin.

Preservative

Benzoic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

A preservative that also helps to adjust pH.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Can cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

Antioxidant

Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Badness

0.0 / 10

An emulsifier and emollient derived from castor oil.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Disodium Phosphate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Stearyl Alcohol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and thickener.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Active Enzyme

Protease

Badness

2.0 / 10

Another enzyme that aids in the breakdown of dead skin cells.

Usually helps with

Dull skin, uneven texture

Watch for

Can cause mild tingling or redness, especially on sensitive skin.

Active Enzyme

Subtilisin

Badness

2.0 / 10

A protease enzyme that helps to exfoliate the skin.

Usually helps with

Dull skin, uneven texture

Watch for

Can cause mild tingling or redness, especially on sensitive skin.

Antioxidant

Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, protecting the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Can cause breakouts in acne-prone individuals.

Emulsifier

Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate

Badness

0.0 / 10

An emulsifier that helps to stabilize the formula.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

0.0 / 10

Vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that protects the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Soothing Agent

Poria Cocos Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Sensitive, irritated skin

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cleanser suitable for sensitive skin?

While it's formulated to be gentle, the fragrance and enzyme content might be irritating for some highly sensitive skin types. Patch testing is recommended.

How often should I use this enzyme cleanser?

You can use it daily, both morning and night, as part of your regular cleansing routine. If you have very sensitive skin, you might start with once a day and see how your skin tolerates it.

Will this cleanser dry out my skin?

It's formulated with moisturizing ingredients like Babassu Oil and Glycerin to help counteract potential dryness. However, if you have very dry skin, ensure you follow up with a hydrating moisturizer.

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