This foaming cleanser aims to provide a clinic-level exfoliation experience at home. It uses a combination of AHAs and fruit enzymes to lift away impurities, leaving skin feeling smoother and looking clearer. It's designed for daily use, making it a convenient step for those targeting texture and pore concerns.
Sephora price
$24.00
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Sephora reviews
4.3 / 5
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Glass take
4.3 / 5 overall fit
A solid daily cleanser for those seeking gentle exfoliation and pore refinement, especially for oily and combination skin types.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A clinic-inspired foaming cleanser with AHAs and fruit enzymes to gently cleanse away oil, makeup, and surface impurities revealing smoother skin.
Use twice a day, AM and PM.
Apply a small amount to wet face and neck and massage gently for 30 seconds.
Rinse and gently pat dry.
What Glass adds
A good choice for a daily exfoliating cleanser, particularly if your primary goal is to manage oiliness and refine pores. It's not a deep treatment, but a consistent step that supports smoother skin texture.
Texture Improvement
Many users report noticeably smoother skin after consistent use, with a reduction in the appearance of rough patches and bumps.
Pore Appearance
The combination of exfoliants is frequently cited for its ability to make pores look smaller and less congested.
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Routine fit
Use this cleanser as the first step in your morning or evening routine. Massage gently onto wet skin for 30 seconds, then rinse thoroughly. Follow with your usual serums and moisturizer. Always remember to use sunscreen during the day, especially when using products with AHAs.
Why it works
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
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Morning and Night
This cleanser is suitable for both AM and PM routines. In the morning, it helps to remove overnight buildup and prep skin for the day. At night, it effectively removes makeup, oil, and impurities accumulated throughout the day.
Glass rating
A solid daily cleanser for those seeking gentle exfoliation and pore refinement, especially for oily and combination skin types.
Exfoliation
4.5 / 5
The blend of AHAs and fruit enzymes effectively smooths skin without harshness.
Cleansing Power
4.2 / 5
Removes makeup and impurities well, though very heavy or waterproof makeup may require a double cleanse.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to mix oil and water components, also has cleansing properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals in high concentrations.
Surfactant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A mild amino acid-based surfactant that creates a gentle lather and cleanses the skin.
Usually helps with
Most skin types, including sensitive
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None
Surfactant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A co-surfactant that enhances lather and cleansing properties while being relatively mild.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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Can cause irritation in very sensitive individuals.
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
Draws moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry
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None
Thickener
Badness
0.0 / 10
A modified starch used to thicken the product's texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to stabilize the emulsion of oil and water in the formula.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A derivative of xylose, it helps improve the skin's moisture barrier and hydration.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
A silicone-based emulsifier that can also provide a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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Silicones can be pore-clogging for some acne-prone individuals.
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
Works with xylitol to enhance skin hydration and reduce water loss.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A sugar alcohol that helps to hydrate the skin and improve its barrier function.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Preservative
Badness
1.0 / 10
A natural preservative derived from fermented radish root.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Enzyme
Badness
2.0 / 10
An enzyme derived from pineapple that helps to exfoliate the skin.
Usually helps with
Oily, combination, normal skin
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Can cause mild irritation or tingling in sensitive skin.
Enzyme
Badness
2.0 / 10
An enzyme derived from papaya that aids in shedding dead skin cells.
Usually helps with
Oily, combination, normal skin
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Can cause mild irritation or tingling in sensitive skin.
Enzyme
Badness
2.0 / 10
A fermented pumpkin extract that offers gentle enzymatic exfoliation.
Usually helps with
Oily, combination, normal skin
Watch for
Can cause mild irritation or tingling in sensitive skin.
Surfactant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A surfactant that helps create foam and cleanse the skin.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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Can be irritating for very sensitive skin.
Soothing Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Known for its soothing and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially irritated or dry
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None
AHA
Badness
3.0 / 10
An alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates the skin, improves texture, and hydrates.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal, combination skin
Watch for
Can cause stinging or redness, especially at higher concentrations or on sensitive skin. Increases sun sensitivity.
AHA
Badness
4.0 / 10
A potent alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates effectively, helping with texture, tone, and fine lines.
Usually helps with
Oily, combination, normal skin
Watch for
Can cause stinging, redness, and peeling. Significantly increases sun sensitivity. Not recommended for very sensitive skin or rosacea.
Fragrance
Badness
5.0 / 10
Adds a citrus scent to the product.
Usually helps with
None
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Phototoxic and can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions, especially in sunlight.
Fragrance
Badness
3.0 / 10
Provides a floral, woody scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Can be a potential allergen for some individuals.
Fragrance
Badness
5.0 / 10
Adds a sweet orange scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Can be phototoxic and cause skin irritation or allergic reactions, especially in sunlight.
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A sugar that can help attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Fragrance
Badness
4.0 / 10
A floral essential oil used for its scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Fragrance Component
Badness
4.0 / 10
A naturally occurring component of citrus oils, used for fragrance.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen and irritant, especially for sensitive skin.
Fragrance Component
Badness
4.0 / 10
A common component in fragrances, used to add scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Can cause allergic reactions and skin irritation.
Preservative
Badness
3.0 / 10
Used as a preservative and solvent, also contributes to fragrance.
Usually helps with
None
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Can cause allergic reactions and skin irritation, especially in sensitive individuals.
pH Adjuster
Badness
1.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the product to be skin-friendly.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be irritating in high concentrations, but is safe at low levels used for pH adjustment.
Fragrance Component
Badness
4.0 / 10
A component of citrus peel oils, used for its scent.
Usually helps with
None
Watch for
Potential allergen and irritant, especially for sensitive skin. Can be phototoxic.
Preservative
Badness
3.0 / 10
A preservative that helps prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals.
Fragrance Component
Badness
4.0 / 10
A naturally occurring compound found in many flowers and spices, used for fragrance.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen and irritant, especially for sensitive skin.
Fragrance Component
Badness
4.0 / 10
A component of rose and geranium oils, used for its floral scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen and irritant, especially for sensitive skin.
Thickener
Badness
0.0 / 10
A polysaccharide used as a thickener and to improve texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Fragrance Component
Badness
4.0 / 10
A component of rose oil, used for its floral scent.
Usually helps with
None
Watch for
Potential allergen and irritant, especially for sensitive skin.
Colorant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A green colorant derived from chlorophyll.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
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FAQ
Yes, this cleanser is formulated for daily use, both morning and night, to gently exfoliate and cleanse.
Yes, it is particularly well-suited for oily and combination skin types due to its exfoliating properties that help manage oil and refine pores.
If you experience irritation, reduce frequency of use or discontinue use. Always use sunscreen during the day when using products with AHAs.
