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fresh Soy Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser

This is a go-to cleanser for many because it does its job without fuss. It removes the day's grime and light makeup while feeling comfortable on the skin. It’s a solid choice if you want a clean slate without any tightness.

Sephora price

$16.00 - $78.00

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

4.4 / 5

About 9,058 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

HydratingClean at SephoraGood for: Uneven TextureNon-ComedogenicGood for: DrynessWithout Sulfates SLS & SLESSoy Proteins: Retain hydration, visibly improves elasticity, and smooths the look of skin.Aloe Vera: Soothes and hydrates skin.Cucumber Extract: Provides a cooling effect and crisp, refreshing scent.

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

Glass take

4.3 / 5 overall fit

A gentle, hydrating cleanser that effectively removes makeup and leaves skin feeling soft. It's a great everyday option for most skin types, especially those prone to dryness or irritation.

fresh Soy Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A universal, gentle-yet-effective face cleanser that instantly soothes, hydrates, and removes everyday makeup for a healthy look over time.

NormalDryCombinationand OilyDrynessDullnessand Uneven Texture

Wet the skin and massage over face and eyes to clear skin of dirt and makeup, then rinse.

Use daily, morning and night.

Ophthalmologist-tested to be suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers and helps to remove stubborn eye makeup—including mascara.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A well-formulated cleanser that prioritizes hydration and gentleness. It’s a reliable choice for daily cleansing, especially for those who find other cleansers too stripping. Its effectiveness against makeup is good for everyday wear.

Gentle yet effective

Users consistently praise its ability to cleanse thoroughly without causing redness or dryness, even around the eyes.

Hydration boost

Many appreciate that their skin feels soft and hydrated after cleansing, a welcome change from stripping formulas.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

All skin types, especially dry or sensitive
Removing light makeup
Daily cleansing

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You need a heavy-duty makeup remover for waterproof or long-wear products
You prefer a squeaky-clean feeling from your cleanser

Routine fit

Your daily cleanse, simplified

This cleanser fits seamlessly into any routine, morning or night. Apply to wet skin, massage gently, and rinse. It’s perfect for removing daily impurities and light makeup before you move on to the next steps of your skincare regimen.

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

Gentle and non-irritating
Hydrating formula
Effective for daily cleansing
Removes light makeup well

Where it starts to feel redundant

May not remove all heavy makeup
Does not provide a 'squeaky clean' feel

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

Use this cleanser both morning and night as the first step in your routine to effectively clean your skin.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.3/ 5 overall

A gentle, hydrating cleanser that effectively removes makeup and leaves skin feeling soft. It's a great everyday option for most skin types, especially those prone to dryness or irritation.

Gentleness

4.5 / 5

This cleanser is remarkably gentle, making it suitable for sensitive eyes and skin.

Hydration

4.4 / 5

Leaves skin feeling hydrated rather than stripped, thanks to ingredients like soy proteins and aloe vera.

Makeup Removal

4.2 / 5

Effectively removes everyday makeup, including mascara, though stubborn or waterproof makeup might require a second cleanse.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Aqua (Water)

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base for most skincare formulations, dissolving ingredients and providing hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Coco-Glucoside

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild, plant-derived surfactant that creates lather and cleanses the skin gently.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing

Watch for

Can be drying in high concentrations, but generally well-tolerated.

Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common humectant that draws moisture to the skin, improving texture and hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture improvement

Watch for

Generally safe, but some individuals may experience mild irritation.

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A highly effective humectant that attracts water to the skin, keeping it moisturized and supple.

Usually helps with

Hydration, barrier support

Watch for

None

Humectant

Propanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A versatile ingredient that acts as a humectant and solvent, enhancing product texture and skin hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated.

Viscosity Agent

Xanthan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A thickening agent that improves the texture and stability of the product.

Usually helps with

Product texture

Watch for

None

Humectant

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A multifunctional ingredient used as a preservative booster, humectant, and solvent.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

Watch for

Can cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals.

Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild, plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water components.

Usually helps with

Gentle emulsification

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated.

Soothing Agent

Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water

Badness

1.0 / 10

Cornflower extract, known for its soothing and calming properties for the skin.

Usually helps with

Soothing

Watch for

None

Soothing Agent

Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Cucumber extract offers a cooling and refreshing effect, known for its soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, cooling

Watch for

None

Emollient

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

Badness

0.0 / 10

Rich in linoleic acid, it helps to maintain the skin's natural barrier and provides moisturizing benefits.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, barrier support

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.

Emollient

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

Borage seed oil is rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which can help soothe and hydrate dry, irritated skin.

Usually helps with

Soothing, hydration

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for some.

Skin Conditioning Agent

Hydrolyzed Soy Protein

Badness

1.0 / 10

Derived from soy, it helps to hydrate and improve skin's elasticity and smoothness.

Usually helps with

Hydration, elasticity

Watch for

None

Soothing Agent

Rosa Damascena Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rose extract, known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, antioxidant

Watch for

Potential allergen for some.

Soothing Agent

Rosa Damascena Flower Water

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rose water, used for its calming and hydrating properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, hydration

Watch for

Potential allergen for some.

Soothing Agent

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Badness

0.0 / 10

Known for its soothing, hydrating, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, hydration

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Panax Ginseng Root Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Ginseng extract is an antioxidant that may help to revitalize and energize the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, revitalization

Watch for

Can cause irritation in some individuals.

Soothing Agent

Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Mallow extract is known for its emollient and soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, emollient

Watch for

None

Fragrance

Rosa Damascena Flower Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

Rose oil, used for its fragrance and potential skin-conditioning benefits.

Usually helps with

Fragrance, skin conditioning

Watch for

Potential allergen for some; can be irritating in high concentrations.

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E, it acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

None

Emollient

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Badness

0.0 / 10

Derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it's an excellent emollient that replenishes the skin.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Humectant

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A humectant that also has antimicrobial properties, helping to preserve the product.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

Watch for

Can cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals.

Emollient

Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters

Badness

1.0 / 10

Jojoba esters that help to soften and smooth the skin, improving its texture.

Usually helps with

Softening, smoothing

Watch for

None

Absorbent

Silica

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to absorb excess oil and improve the texture of the product.

Usually helps with

Oil absorption, texture

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Citric Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product, making it more compatible with the skin.

Usually helps with

pH balancing

Watch for

Can cause irritation at high concentrations.

Humectant

Pentylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A humectant that also acts as a preservative booster, enhancing skin hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

Watch for

Can cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals.

Colorant

Caramel

Badness

0.0 / 10

Provides a natural brown color to the product.

Usually helps with

Color

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Sodium Hydroxide

Badness

2.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of cosmetic products. Can be irritating in high concentrations.

Usually helps with

pH balancing

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant if not properly formulated.

Preservative

Sodium Benzoate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common preservative that prevents microbial growth in products.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, especially when combined with ascorbic acid.

Preservative

Potassium Sorbate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A preservative used to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Generally considered safe, but can cause skin irritation in some.

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cleanser good for sensitive skin?

Yes, it's formulated to be gentle and is ophthalmologist-tested for sensitive eyes, making it a good option for sensitive skin types.

Can this cleanser remove eye makeup?

Yes, it is effective at removing everyday eye makeup, including mascara, without causing irritation.

Does this cleanser leave skin feeling dry?

No, it's designed to be hydrating and leaves skin feeling soft and moisturized, not stripped.

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