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Erborian Centella Cleansing Gel, Gentle Daily Cleanser with Centella Asiatica & Squalane

This gel cleanser is designed to be the second step in a Korean double cleanse. It focuses on soothing the skin with Centella Asiatica and hydrating with Squalane, making it a good choice for those looking to calm redness and improve skin texture.

Sephora price

$26.00

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Sephora reviews

4.8 / 5

About 76 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Alcohol FreeGood for: Uneven TextureWithout Sulfates SLS & SLESGood for: RednessWithout SiliconesWithout Parabens

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

Glass take

4.8 / 5 overall fit

A gentle, effective cleanser that calms redness and improves texture without stripping the skin.

Erborian Centella Cleansing Gel, Gentle Daily Cleanser with Centella Asiatica & Squalane

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A water-based gel cleanser that soothes skin and removes visible impurities without drying skin out.

RednessUneven Skin ToneUneven Texture

Wet face and apply a small amount of cleanser to your face and eye area in vigorous, yet gentle, circular motions.

Rinse well with cold water.

Start with Erborian Centella Cleansing Oil (sold separately) to remove makeup and impurities, then follow with Centella Cleansing Gel to cleanse the skin without drying it out.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid second-step cleanser for those who double cleanse. It’s gentle enough for sensitive skin and offers calming benefits from its key ingredients.

Soothing Properties

Users consistently praise the cleanser's ability to calm redness and soothe sensitive skin, attributing this to the Centella Asiatica extract.

Gentle Yet Effective

Many reviewers highlight that the cleanser effectively cleanses without leaving their skin feeling tight or dry, a common concern with other cleansers.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

All skin types, especially sensitive, dry, or redness-prone skin
Those looking for a gentle second cleanse
Improving skin texture and tone

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You prefer a foaming cleanser
You are looking for a first-step makeup remover

Routine Fit

Where this cleanser fits in

This gel cleanser is intended as the second step in a Korean double cleansing routine. After using an oil-based cleanser to remove makeup and sunscreen, this water-based gel cleanser removes any remaining impurities and prepares the skin for subsequent treatment steps.

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

Calms redness and irritation
Hydrates and supports skin barrier
Gentle enough for daily use
Removes impurities without stripping

Where it starts to feel redundant

Not a first-step cleanser for heavy makeup
Scent may not appeal to everyone

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This cleanser can be used both in the morning and at night. In the morning, it provides a gentle cleanse to refresh the skin. At night, it follows an oil cleanser to ensure the skin is thoroughly cleansed.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.8/ 5 overall

A gentle, effective cleanser that calms redness and improves texture without stripping the skin.

Gentleness

4.8 / 5

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the thickness of the product.

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Active

Centella Asiatica Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its soothing, healing, and anti-inflammatory properties. Helps to calm redness and promote skin repair.

Usually helps with

Soothing, redness, irritation

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Antioxidant

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

A source of resveratrol, known for its antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Soothing Agent

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its calming and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Usually helps with

Soothing, calming

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Antioxidant

Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Soothing Agent

Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to soothe the skin and can also brighten.

Usually helps with

Soothing, brightening

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Antioxidant

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Green tea extract, rich in antioxidants that protect the skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Antioxidant

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

A botanical extract with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection, soothing

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Soothing Agent

Allantoin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Soothes and protects the skin, promoting healing.

Usually helps with

Soothing, healing

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Emollient

Squalane

Badness

0.0 / 10

A highly effective emollient that moisturizes and softens the skin without feeling greasy.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, softening

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Thickener

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Badness

1.0 / 10

A polymer used to thicken the formula.

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Conditioning Agent

Polyquaternium-7

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to condition the skin and hair.

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Skin conditioning

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Emulsifier

Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

An emulsifier that helps to mix oil and water components. Can sometimes cause irritation for very sensitive skin.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying

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Potential for irritation in highly sensitive individuals

pH Adjuster

Potassium Hydroxide

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product.

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Preservative

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A preservative that also has skin conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Preserving, conditioning

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pH Adjuster

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cleanser suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, this cleanser is formulated with gentle ingredients like Centella Asiatica and Squalane, making it suitable for sensitive skin. It is also alcohol-free and free from sulfates.

Can I use this cleanser to remove makeup?

This cleanser is designed as a second step in a double cleansing routine. It effectively removes impurities but is not intended as a first-step makeup remover. For makeup removal, it's recommended to use an oil-based cleanser first.

Does this cleanser contain fragrance?

Yes, the ingredient list includes 'Parfum/Fragrance'. While many find it pleasant, individuals with extreme fragrance sensitivity may want to patch test or consider fragrance-free alternatives.

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