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Estée Lauder Perfectly Clean Multi-Action Foam Cleanser/Purifying Mask

This Estée Lauder cleanser offers a dual-action approach, serving as both a daily foaming cleanser and a purifying mask. It's designed to gently yet effectively remove impurities, makeup, and unclog pores, leaving skin feeling fresh and luminous. Its creamy texture lathers into a rich foam, making it suitable for a range of skin types, particularly normal to combination.

Sephora price

$32.00

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

4.5 / 5

About 128 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Best for Dry, Combo, Normal SkinGood for: Pores

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

Glass take

4.4 / 5 overall fit

A versatile cleanser that doubles as a mask, suitable for most skin types seeking gentle yet thorough cleansing.

Estée Lauder Perfectly Clean Multi-Action Foam Cleanser/Purifying Mask

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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 rich foaming cleanser and three-minute purifying mask. What it is formulated to do: Pamper your skin with this refreshing foam that cleanses gently yet thoroughly. Powered by a proprietary technology, this creamy formula rapidly lathers into a rich foam that works for all skin types and is ideal for normal to combination skin. It gently removes makeup and other impurities, unclogs pores, and leaves skin healthy-looking, fresh, and luminous. Use it in the morning and evening as a daily cleanser or twice a week as a three-minute purifying mask.

As a daily cleanser: Every morning and evening, massage gently over wet skin, then rinse off.

As a purifying mask: Twice a week or as needed, massage over dry skin, wait three minutes, and rinse.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid choice for a multi-tasking cleanser. Its ability to function as both a daily wash and a quick mask makes it convenient. The formula appears balanced for general cleansing needs, though those with very sensitive or dry skin might want to monitor its use as a mask.

Versatility

Users appreciate the convenience of having both a cleanser and a mask in one product, saving time and counter space.

Skin feel

Many reviewers note that their skin feels clean and refreshed after use, without a tight or stripped sensation.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Normal to combination skin
  • Those seeking a multi-tasking cleanser
  • Anyone needing a quick purifying treatment

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • Your skin is extremely dry and sensitive
  • You prefer a minimalist cleansing routine with no mask function

Routine fit

How to incorporate it

Use this product as the first step in your morning or evening routine to cleanse the skin. As a mask, apply it to dry skin after cleansing and leave on for three minutes before rinsing. It's best used a couple of times a week for a deeper clean.

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

  • Dual-action: cleanser and mask
  • Suitable for multiple skin types
  • Gentle yet effective cleansing
  • Leaves skin feeling fresh and luminous

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • May be too stripping for very dry or sensitive skin
  • Fragrance can be a concern for some

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night Cleanser

Use daily, morning and night, to remove makeup, impurities, and excess oil.

Weekly Mask

Incorporate as a purifying mask two to three times per week for a deeper cleanse.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.4/ 5 overall

A versatile cleanser that doubles as a mask, suitable for most skin types seeking gentle yet thorough cleansing.

Cleansing efficacy

4.5 / 5

Effectively removes impurities and makeup without stripping the skin.

Mask performance

4.3 / 5

Provides a purifying treatment that leaves skin feeling refreshed.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Cleansing Agent

Myristic Acid

Badness

3.0 / 10

A fatty acid that acts as a cleansing agent and emulsifier, contributing to the foam.

Usually helps with

Cleansing

Watch for

Can be stripping for very dry skin

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Draws moisture into the skin, helping to counteract potential dryness from cleansing.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Emollient/Cleansing Agent

Behenic Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

A fatty acid that can help to soften and smooth the skin, also aids in cleansing.

Usually helps with

Emollience, Cleansing

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster/Saponifier

Potassium Hydroxide

Badness

4.0 / 10

Used to create soap and adjust the pH of the formula. High concentrations can be irritating.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

Watch for

Potential for irritation if pH is not properly balanced

Emollient/Cleansing Agent

Palmitic Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

A fatty acid that provides emollient properties and contributes to cleansing.

Usually helps with

Emollience, Cleansing

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild surfactant that creates lather and helps to lift dirt and oil.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing, Lather

Watch for

None

Cleansing Agent

Lauric Acid

Badness

3.0 / 10

A fatty acid that contributes to the cleansing and foaming properties.

Usually helps with

Cleansing

Watch for

Can be drying

Emulsifier/Cleansing Agent

Stearic Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize the formula and contributes to cleansing.

Usually helps with

Emulsification, Cleansing

Watch for

None

Humectant/Exfoliant

Sucrose

Badness

1.0 / 10

Can act as a humectant and a gentle exfoliant.

Usually helps with

Hydration, Gentle exfoliation

Watch for

None

Absorbent/Clay

Montmorillonite

Badness

2.0 / 10

A type of clay that helps to absorb excess oil and impurities.

Usually helps with

Oil absorption

Watch for

Can be drying if overused

Antioxidant/Soothing

Silybum Marianum (Lady'S Thistle) Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants and may offer soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection, Soothing

Watch for

None

Soothing/Antioxidant

Gentiana Lutea (Gentian) Root Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its soothing and antioxidant benefits.

Usually helps with

Soothing, Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Soothing/Hydrating

Algae Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Can provide hydration and soothing benefits.

Usually helps with

Hydration, Soothing

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

Humectant

Sorbitol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A sugar alcohol that acts as a humectant, drawing moisture to the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Anti-inflammatory

Caffeine

Badness

2.0 / 10

Can help to reduce redness and provide antioxidant benefits.

Usually helps with

Soothing, Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Sebum Regulator

Zinc PCA

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps to control oil production and can have a mattifying effect.

Usually helps with

Oil control

Watch for

None

Emulsifier/Surfactant

Peg-3 Distearate

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.

Usually helps with

Formula stability

Watch for

None

Absorbent/Clay

Kaolin

Badness

2.0 / 10

A gentle clay that absorbs excess oil and impurities from the skin.

Usually helps with

Oil absorption

Watch for

Can be drying if overused

Fragrance

Fragrance

Badness

5.0 / 10

Adds a scent to the product. Can be a potential irritant for sensitive skin.

Usually helps with

Scent

Watch for

Potential for irritation or allergic reactions

Chelating Agent

Disodium Edta

Badness

2.0 / 10

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

Usually helps with

Product stability

Watch for

None

Preservative

Methylchloroisothiazolinone

Badness

6.0 / 10

A preservative that can cause allergic reactions and skin sensitization in some individuals.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Potential for skin sensitization and allergic reactions

Preservative

Methylisothiazolinone

Badness

7.0 / 10

A preservative that is a common cause of allergic contact dermatitis.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

High potential for skin sensitization and allergic reactions

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Can this be used as a daily cleanser?

Yes, it is formulated for daily use both morning and evening to gently cleanse the skin.

How often should I use it as a mask?

It can be used as a purifying mask twice a week or as needed for a deeper cleanse.

Is this suitable for dry skin?

It is generally suitable for most skin types, including dry, normal, and combination. However, individuals with very dry or sensitive skin should monitor its use, especially as a mask.

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