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INNBEAUTY PROJECT Keep It Clean Hydrating Gel Cleanser with Ceramides & 10 Amino Acids

This gel cleanser aims to remove makeup, dirt, and oil without leaving skin feeling tight or dry. It's formulated with ceramides, 10 amino acids, and vegan collagen to support skin's moisture barrier and hydration.

Sephora price

$28.00

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

4.1 / 5

About 494 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Clean at SephoraAlcohol FreeGood for: Uneven TextureWithout Sulfates SLS & SLESGood for: DrynessVegan10 Amino Acid Blend: Helps maintain skin's hydration, resilience, and overall healthy appearance.Ceramides: Help strengthen skin's natural moisture barrier.Vegan Collagen: Hydrates and visibly smooths skin.PoresDrynessand Dullness

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

Glass take

4.1 / 5 overall fit

A gentle, effective cleanser that removes makeup without stripping the skin. It's a good option for most skin types, especially those concerned with dryness or dullness.

INNBEAUTY PROJECT Keep It Clean Hydrating Gel Cleanser with Ceramides & 10 Amino Acids

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A hydrating & softening gel cleanser that removes makeup, dirt & excess oil without drying the skin. Opthamologist tested safe for eye makeup removal.

DryCombinationand OilyPoresDrynessand Dullness

To remove makeup: Apply three to four pumps onto dry face using dry hands. Massage into face, concentrating on areas with hard-to-remove makeup. Add water and continue to massage off as you rinse with warm water.

For regular cleansing: Apply to wet skin, massage thoroughly, and rinse with warm water.

Recycling Instructions: Sustainability pledge: For every product iNNBEAUTY PROJECT sells, they fund the removal of two units of plastic from landfills, waterways, and marine environments to be recycled and repurposed.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid choice for a first-step cleanser, especially for those who wear makeup or have dry or combination skin. Its gentle formula cleanses effectively while supporting skin hydration.

Makeup removal efficacy

Many users praise its ability to remove even stubborn makeup, including mascara and foundation, without needing excessive rubbing.

Skin feel post-wash

Reviewers consistently mention that their skin feels soft, hydrated, and not stripped after using this cleanser.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

All skin types, especially dry or combination
Makeup removal
Maintaining skin hydration

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You prefer a foaming cleanser
Your primary concern is deep exfoliation

Routine fit

Where this fits in your routine

This cleanser is best used as the first step in a double cleansing routine to remove makeup and impurities. It can also be used as a sole cleanser for a gentle morning wash.

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 makeup removal
Hydrating formula
Gentle on skin
Supports skin barrier

Where it starts to feel redundant

May not be sufficient as a sole cleanser for very oily skin
The two-step cleansing recommendation for makeup removal might be an extra step for some.

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

Use in the morning for a gentle cleanse, and at night as the first step to remove makeup and sunscreen before a second cleanser.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.1/ 5 overall

A gentle, effective cleanser that removes makeup without stripping the skin. It's a good option for most skin types, especially those concerned with dryness or dullness.

Gentle cleansing

4.5 / 5

This cleanser effectively removes makeup and impurities without causing irritation or dryness, making it suitable for daily use.

Hydration support

4.2 / 5

The inclusion of ceramides and amino acids helps to maintain skin hydration, leaving the skin feeling soft and comfortable after cleansing.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water/Aqua/Eau

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base for most skincare formulations.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Badness

4.0 / 10

A cleansing agent that can be effective but may cause dryness or irritation for some sensitive skin types.

Usually helps with

Oily skin, effective cleansing

Watch for

Potential for dryness or irritation

Surfactant

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Badness

2.0 / 10

A mild surfactant known for its gentle cleansing properties and foam-boosting capabilities.

Usually helps with

All skin types, gentle cleansing

Watch for

Rarely, can cause allergic reactions

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common humectant that draws moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.

Usually helps with

All skin types, hydration

Watch for

None

Viscosity Controlling Agent

Sodium Chloride

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to thicken the product.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Ceramide NP

Badness

1.0 / 10

A lipid that helps restore the skin's natural barrier function and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Dry skin, sensitive skin, barrier support

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Glucosyl Ceramide

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived ceramide that helps improve skin hydration and barrier function.

Usually helps with

Dry skin, barrier support

Watch for

None

Amino Acid

Arginine

Badness

1.0 / 10

An amino acid that helps with skin repair and hydration.

Usually helps with

All skin types, hydration, repair

Watch for

None

Amino Acid

Proline

Badness

1.0 / 10

An amino acid that plays a role in collagen production and skin firmness.

Usually helps with

Anti-aging, firmness

Watch for

None

Amino Acid

Serine

Badness

1.0 / 10

An amino acid that helps maintain skin hydration and supports the skin barrier.

Usually helps with

All skin types, hydration, barrier support

Watch for

None

Amino Acid

Alanine

Badness

1.0 / 10

An amino acid that contributes to skin hydration and a smooth texture.

Usually helps with

All skin types, hydration, texture

Watch for

None

Amino Acid

Glycine

Badness

1.0 / 10

An amino acid that helps with skin hydration and repair.

Usually helps with

All skin types, hydration, repair

Watch for

None

Amino Acid

Lysine HCl

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of lysine, an essential amino acid, that can help with skin conditioning.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Amino Acid

Threonine

Badness

1.0 / 10

An amino acid that helps maintain skin hydration and elasticity.

Usually helps with

All skin types, hydration, elasticity

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Collagen

Badness

2.0 / 10

A protein that provides structure and hydration to the skin. In cleansers, its benefit is primarily hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, smoothing

Watch for

Not a true anti-aging ingredient in a rinse-off product.

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Centella Asiatica Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its soothing and healing properties, it can help calm irritated skin.

Usually helps with

Soothing, calming, sensitive skin

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Known for its soothing and hydrating properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, hydrating, all skin types

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants and can help gently exfoliate the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, gentle exfoliation

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Rosa Damascena Flower Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Known for its soothing and antioxidant properties, but can be a potential allergen for some.

Usually helps with

Soothing, antioxidant

Watch for

Potential for irritation in sensitive individuals.

Antioxidant

Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in antioxidants, it helps protect the skin from environmental damage and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, all skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Betaine

Badness

0.0 / 10

A moisturizing ingredient derived from sugar beets that helps hydrate the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration, all skin types

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Pelargonium Graveolens Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Often used for its fragrance and skin-conditioning properties, but can be a potential irritant for sensitive skin.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

Watch for

Potential for irritation in sensitive individuals.

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, often used in traditional medicine.

Usually helps with

Anti-inflammatory, acne-prone skin

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Contains curcumin, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Can temporarily stain skin.

Usually helps with

Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

Watch for

Temporary staining of skin or surfaces.

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

An Ayurvedic ingredient known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Similar to leaf extract, it offers anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits.

Usually helps with

Anti-inflammatory, acne-prone skin

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Alpha-Glucan

Badness

1.0 / 10

A polysaccharide that can help hydrate and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sodium PCA

Badness

0.0 / 10

A component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF), it helps attract and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Hydration, all skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

PCA

Badness

0.0 / 10

Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid, another component of NMF, helps with skin hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, all skin types

Watch for

None

Film Former

Pullulan

Badness

1.0 / 10

A polysaccharide that can form a film on the skin, providing a temporary tightening and smoothing effect, and helping with hydration.

Usually helps with

Smoothing, hydration

Watch for

None

Fragrance

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil

Badness

5.0 / 10

Provides fragrance, but can be phototoxic and a potential irritant for sensitive skin.

Usually helps with

Fragrance

Watch for

Phototoxicity (avoid sun exposure after use), potential for irritation.

Fragrance

Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil

Badness

3.0 / 10

Adds a citrus scent, but can be a potential irritant for some.

Usually helps with

Fragrance

Watch for

Potential for irritation.

Emulsifier

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A modified form of lecithin that helps blend oil and water ingredients, and can also act as a skin-conditioning agent.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Sucrose Stearate

Badness

1.0 / 10

An emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, and can also have mild moisturizing properties.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying, moisturizing

Watch for

None

Amino Acid

Glutamic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

An amino acid that plays a role in skin hydration and barrier function.

Usually helps with

Hydration, barrier support

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A gentle, plant-derived emulsifier that helps stabilize formulations.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying, all skin types

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer

Badness

2.0 / 10

A mild, plant-derived surfactant blend that helps cleanse the skin gently.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Decyl Glucoside

Badness

1.0 / 10

A very mild, plant-derived surfactant that creates a gentle lather.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing, all skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent that also helps preserve the product.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

Watch for

None

Humectant

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that helps improve skin hydration and product texture.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common humectant and solvent that helps improve product texture and skin hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sodium Lactate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A salt of lactic acid, it's a component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF) and helps hydrate the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration, all skin types

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A mild surfactant that helps cleanse the skin without stripping its natural oils.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Hydroxyacetophenone

Badness

1.0 / 10

A synthetic antioxidant that helps protect the skin and preserve the product.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, preservation

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Citric Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product to be optimal for skin.

Usually helps with

pH balancing

Watch for

Can be irritating at high concentrations.

Emulsifier

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild emulsifier derived from lactic acid and lauric acid, it helps stabilize the formula and can have moisturizing properties.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying, moisturizing

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cleanser suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, this cleanser is formulated with gentle surfactants and soothing ingredients like ceramides and cucumber extract, making it suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin. However, always patch test if you have specific sensitivities.

Can this cleanser remove waterproof makeup?

It is designed to remove makeup, including eye makeup. For very stubborn or waterproof makeup, it's recommended to use the two-pump method on dry skin first, then add water to rinse.

Does this cleanser contain sulfates?

No, this cleanser is formulated without sulfates (SLS & SLES), making it a gentler option for the skin.

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