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Arencia Fresh Green Rice Mochi Foaming Cleanser with Green Tea and Tea Tree for Acne-Prone Skin

This cleanser offers a dual-action approach, working as a daily wash to clear pores and manage oil, and as a short-acting mask to refine texture. Its formula is designed to be effective for acne-prone skin without causing dryness.

Sephora price

$19.00

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

Shoppers keep mentioning

Best for Dry, Combo, Normal SkinGood for: Acne/BlemishesGood for: Uneven TextureGood for: PoresCruelty-FreeGreen Tea: Helps absorb excess oil while supporting the skin barrier.Tea Tree: Provides gentle exfoliation to smooth rough texture without drying.Rice Powder: Helps absorb excess oil while supporting the skin barrier. Arencia is a Korean skincare brand built on traditional Korean artisanal skincare techniques and advanced modern science. We deliver skincare that is gentle on the skin yet remarkably effective in performance.PoresUneven Textureand Acne and Blemishes

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 gentle, effective cleanser that tackles oil and texture without over-drying, suitable for daily use or as a quick mask.

Arencia Fresh Green Rice Mochi Foaming Cleanser with Green Tea and Tea Tree for Acne-Prone Skin

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Price, rating, review count, and source status come from Sephora. Glass adds the routine fit, overlap risk, and what to compare next.

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A daily foaming cleanser that thoroughly cleanses pores, gently exfoliates, and absorbs excess oil without stripping acne-prone skin.

Normal and CombinationPoresUneven Textureand Acne and Blemishes

As a Daily Cleanser:

Scoop a quarter-size amount onto hands and lather.

Gently massage to remove buildup.

Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

As a Wash-Off Mask:

Use two to three times per week.

Scoop a generous amount and apply a thin layer onto damp skin.

Leave on for one to two minutes.

Gently massage with wet hands.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid choice for those seeking a cleanser that balances oil control with gentle exfoliation. The wash-off mask function adds versatility, though it's not a substitute for a deep-treatment mask.

Daily Cleansing Experience

Users appreciate how well it cleans without leaving their skin feeling tight or stripped, making it a reliable part of their morning and evening routines.

Mask Functionality

Some users find the short mask application helpful for a quick refresh and mild exfoliation, though its impact is subtle.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Acne-prone skin
  • Oily or combination skin
  • Those seeking a gentle daily cleanser
  • Users who want a multi-tasking product

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • Your skin is extremely dry and sensitive
  • You prefer a simple, non-foaming cleanser

Routine Fit

How to Use This Cleanser

In the morning or evening, lather a small amount and massage gently over damp skin. Rinse thoroughly. For a quick mask, apply to damp skin, leave for 1-2 minutes, then gently massage and rinse. Use the mask function 2-3 times per week.

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 oil absorption
  • Gentle exfoliation
  • Dual-use as cleanser and mask
  • Suitable for acne-prone skin

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • May not be hydrating enough for very dry skin
  • The mask function is brief and intended for light treatment

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This cleanser is suitable for both morning and evening use as part of your regular cleansing step.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.6/ 5 overall

A gentle, effective cleanser that tackles oil and texture without over-drying, suitable for daily use or as a quick mask.

Cleansing Power

4.5 / 5

Effectively removes impurities and excess oil, leaving skin feeling clean.

Gentleness

4.7 / 5

Does not strip the skin, even when used daily, making it suitable for acne-prone types.

Texture Improvement

4.4 / 5

The rice powder and tea tree contribute to smoother, refined skin texture over time.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common and effective humectant that draws moisture to the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Solvent

Water

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base for many skincare formulations.

Usually helps with

Formulation

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A gentle, sulfate-free surfactant that creates a creamy lather.

Usually helps with

Cleansing

Watch for

Can be drying for some if not formulated well.

Surfactant

Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild amino acid-based surfactant known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Usually helps with

Cleansing

Watch for

None

Exfoliant

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal

Badness

3.0 / 10

Finely ground almond seeds used for physical exfoliation.

Usually helps with

Exfoliation

Watch for

Can be too abrasive for sensitive skin.

Humectant/Preservative Booster

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A multi-functional ingredient that helps with hydration and preservation.

Usually helps with

Hydration, Preservation

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Coconut Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

Derived from coconut oil, it contributes to the cleansing and foaming properties.

Usually helps with

Cleansing

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild amino acid-based surfactant that produces a rich foam.

Usually helps with

Cleansing

Watch for

None

Thickener/Exfoliant

Cellulose

Badness

0.0 / 10

Can act as a texturizer or mild physical exfoliant.

Usually helps with

Texture, Exfoliation

Watch for

None

Exfoliant/Absorbent

Oryza Sativa Powder

Badness

2.0 / 10

Rice powder helps to gently exfoliate and absorb excess oil.

Usually helps with

Exfoliation, Oil Absorption

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sodium Isethionate

Badness

1.0 / 10

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

Usually helps with

Cleansing

Watch for

None

Astringent/Soothing

Hamamelis Virginiana Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Witch hazel extract can help to tone and soothe the skin, with mild astringent properties.

Usually helps with

Toning, Soothing

Watch for

Can be drying for some due to alcohol content in some extracts.

Emulsifier/Emollient

Glyceryl Stearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize emulsions and provides emollient properties.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying, Softening

Watch for

None

Thickener

Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A modified starch used to thicken formulations.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

None

Humectant/Solvent

Propanediol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A hydrating ingredient that also helps to improve the texture of the product.

Usually helps with

Hydration, Texture

Watch for

None

Viscosity Adjuster

Sodium Chloride

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the thickness of the product.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

None

Thickener/Stabilizer

Xanthan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common thickening agent that also helps to stabilize formulations.

Usually helps with

Texture, Stability

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Soothing

Artemisia Capillaris Powder

Badness

2.0 / 10

Known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Fragrance

Parfum

Badness

5.0 / 10

Adds scent to the product.

Usually helps with

Scent

Watch for

Can cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Humectant/Preservative Booster

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

Enhances preservation and provides some moisturizing benefits.

Usually helps with

Hydration, Preservation

Watch for

None

Thickener/Film Former

Dextrin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Can help to thicken the product and form a light film on the skin.

Usually helps with

Texture, Film Forming

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

A botanical extract with antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Fragrance Ingredient

Hexyl Cinnamal

Badness

5.0 / 10

A common fragrance component.

Usually helps with

Scent

Watch for

Potential allergen.

Preservative Booster/Emollient

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

1.0 / 10

Enhances preservative efficacy and offers skin-conditioning benefits.

Usually helps with

Preservation, Skin Conditioning

Watch for

None

Solvent/Humectant

Dipropylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used as a solvent and can help with product texture and hydration.

Usually helps with

Solvent, Hydration

Watch for

None

Chelating Agent

Disodium EDTA

Badness

2.0 / 10

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

Usually helps with

Stability

Watch for

Can enhance penetration of other ingredients.

Emollient

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Badness

0.0 / 10

Sunflower seed oil is rich in linoleic acid and provides emollient properties.

Usually helps with

Emollience, Skin Barrier Support

Watch for

None

Humectant/Solvent

Butylene Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

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

Usually helps with

Hydration, Texture

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Soothing

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder

Badness

2.0 / 10

Green tea powder offers antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, Soothing

Watch for

None

Emollient

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

Olive oil is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, providing moisturizing benefits.

Usually helps with

Emollience, Antioxidant

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for some.

Emollient

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Badness

0.0 / 10

Jojoba seed oil is structurally similar to skin's natural sebum, offering excellent emollience.

Usually helps with

Emollience, Balancing

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and retains moisture.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Lupinus Albus Seed Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

An extract from white lupine seeds, known for its skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Skin Conditioning

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Soothing

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Purslane extract is rich in antioxidants and known for its soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Moisturizing

Adansonia Digitata Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Baobab fruit extract provides antioxidants and moisturizing benefits.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, Moisturizing

Watch for

None

Soothing

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Chamomile flower extract is known for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, Anti-inflammatory

Watch for

None

Soothing/Repairing

Centella Asiatica Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Centella Asiatica (Cica) is renowned for its ability to soothe and aid in skin repair.

Usually helps with

Soothing, Healing

Watch for

None

Soothing/Antioxidant

Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Hinoki cypress leaf extract offers soothing and antioxidant benefits.

Usually helps with

Soothing, Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Antiseptic/Soothing

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract

Badness

3.0 / 10

Tea tree leaf extract has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, beneficial for acne.

Usually helps with

Acne, Anti-inflammatory

Watch for

Can be irritating if used in high concentrations or by sensitive skin.

Antioxidant/Antimicrobial

Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract

Badness

3.0 / 10

Oregano leaf extract has strong antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, Antimicrobial

Watch for

Can be irritating.

Exfoliant/Soothing

Salix Alba Bark Extract

Badness

3.0 / 10

Willow bark extract contains salicilin, a natural source of salicylic acid, offering gentle exfoliation and soothing.

Usually helps with

Exfoliation, Soothing

Watch for

Can cause mild irritation in some.

Antioxidant/Moisturizing

Rosa Canina Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rosehip fruit extract is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, providing moisturizing benefits.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, Moisturizing

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Soothing

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Green tea extract is a potent antioxidant that also soothes the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, Soothing

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Antimicrobial

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract

Badness

3.0 / 10

Cinnamon bark extract has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, Antimicrobial

Watch for

Can be irritating.

Skin Conditioning

Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fermented soybean extract that can help condition and improve skin texture.

Usually helps with

Skin Conditioning

Watch for

None

Soothing/Antioxidant

Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Lotus leaf extract offers soothing and antioxidant benefits.

Usually helps with

Soothing, Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Soothing/Antioxidant

Saururus Chinensis Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

A botanical extract known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Soothing

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Baikal skullcap root extract is a potent antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, Soothing

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Oryza Sativa Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rice extract can help to condition and soften the skin.

Usually helps with

Skin Conditioning

Watch for

None

Moisturizing/Soothing

Ficus Carica Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Fig fruit extract provides moisturizing and soothing benefits.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, Soothing

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Goji berry extract is rich in antioxidants.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

0.0 / 10

Vitamin E, a well-known antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Vigna Radiata Seed Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Mung bean seed extract can help to condition and improve skin texture.

Usually helps with

Skin Conditioning

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cleanser good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, it's formulated with ingredients like green tea and tea tree extract that are beneficial for managing acne and blemishes without over-drying the skin.

Can I use this as a mask?

Yes, you can use it as a wash-off mask 2-3 times per week by applying a thin layer to damp skin, leaving it on for 1-2 minutes, then gently massaging and rinsing.

Is it suitable for dry skin?

While it's designed not to strip the skin, it may not be hydrating enough for very dry skin types. It's best suited for normal, combination, and oily skin.