This gel cleanser is a good choice for anyone dealing with excess oil, visible pores, or occasional breakouts. It uses salicylic acid to help clear pores and grape water to soothe and hydrate.
Sephora price
$30.00
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Sephora reviews
4.5 / 5
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Glass take
4.5 / 5 overall fit
A solid daily cleanser for oily and acne-prone skin that effectively removes impurities without stripping the skin.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A non-drying gel cleanser that purifies skin, targets pores, and absorbs excess sebum, leaving skin cleansed and refreshed.
Apply to damp skin to create a light foam.
Rinse with water.
Avoid your eye-contour area.
Use with Caudalie’s Vinopure Salicylic Acid Pore Minimizing Toner, Acne Serum, and Mattifying Moisturizer (each sold separately) for best results.
What Glass adds
A well-formulated cleanser that does what it says. It’s a good option for oily and combination skin types looking for a daily cleanse that addresses pores and oiliness.
Cleanses without stripping
Many users appreciate that this cleanser effectively removes oil and impurities without leaving their skin feeling tight or dry.
Helps with breakouts and pores
Users report seeing improvements in breakouts and a reduction in the appearance of pores with consistent use.
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Routine fit
This cleanser is best used as the first step in your morning and/or evening routine. Follow with a toner, serum, and moisturizer suited to your skin concerns.
Why it works
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Routine fit
Morning and night
Use this cleanser both morning and night to keep pores clear and skin refreshed.
Glass rating
A solid daily cleanser for oily and acne-prone skin that effectively removes impurities without stripping the skin.
Routine fit
4.6 / 5
Works well as a first step in a targeted acne or oil-control routine.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
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0.0 / 10
The base of the formula.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Soothing Agent
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1.0 / 10
Hydrates, soothes, and provides antioxidant benefits.
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Soothing, hydration, antioxidant
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Surfactant
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1.0 / 10
A gentle, plant-derived cleansing agent.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
Draws moisture to the skin.
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Hydration
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Surfactant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A mild amino acid-based cleansing agent.
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Gentle cleansing
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Thickener
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0.0 / 10
Helps to thicken the formula.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to blend oil and water components.
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Formula stability
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Thickener
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0.0 / 10
Provides texture and stability to the formula.
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Texture
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pH Adjuster
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1.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
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Formula balance
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Humectant
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3.0 / 10
Can help ingredients penetrate the skin, but may cause irritation for some.
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Hydration, penetration
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Potential irritation
Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A common preservative that can be irritating for sensitive skin.
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Preservation
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Potential irritation
Soothing Agent
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1.0 / 10
Soothes and calms the skin.
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Soothing
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Active
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2.0 / 10
Exfoliates within pores to help clear congestion and reduce the appearance of blemishes.
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Pores, acne, oiliness
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Can be drying if overused or for dry skin types
Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
Rich in antioxidants to help protect skin from environmental damage.
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Antioxidant protection
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Fragrance
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5.0 / 10
Provides a floral scent, but can be a potential allergen for sensitive skin.
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Scent
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Potential allergen
Fragrance
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5.0 / 10
Adds a refreshing scent, but can be irritating and sensitizing for some skin types.
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Scent
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Potential irritation, sensitizing
Fragrance Component
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4.0 / 10
A component of natural essential oils, it can be a potential allergen.
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Scent
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Potential allergen
Fragrance
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5.0 / 10
A lemon-scented essential oil that can be a potential allergen.
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Scent
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Potential allergen
Fragrance
Badness
5.0 / 10
An essential oil with a strong scent that can be irritating for some.
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Scent
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Potential irritation
Fragrance Component
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4.0 / 10
A component of natural essential oils, it can be a potential allergen.
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Scent
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Potential allergen
Fragrance Component
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4.0 / 10
A component of natural essential oils, it can be a potential allergen.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Potential allergen
Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common preservative that is generally considered safe but can cause mild irritation for some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
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Potential mild irritation
Fragrance Component
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4.0 / 10
A component of natural essential oils, it can be a potential allergen.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Potential allergen
Fragrance
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5.0 / 10
An essential oil used for its fragrance, it can be a potential allergen.
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Scent
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Potential allergen
Fragrance
Badness
5.0 / 10
An essential oil with a lemony scent, it can be a potential allergen.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Potential allergen
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FAQ
Yes, this cleanser is specifically formulated for oily, combination, and normal skin types to help purify pores and absorb excess sebum.
Yes, it is formulated to target acne and blemishes, thanks to the inclusion of salicylic acid.
While it effectively removes oil, it's generally considered non-drying. However, individuals with very dry skin might find it too clarifying.
