This cleanser aims to clarify pores and improve skin texture with a blend of acids and hydrating ingredients. It promises a gentle yet effective cleanse that leaves skin feeling soft and looking radiant.
Sephora price
$36.00
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Sephora reviews
4.7 / 5
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Glass take
4.7 / 5 overall fit
A gentle yet effective cleanser that balances exfoliation with hydration, suitable for most skin types looking to clarify pores and improve texture.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A silky, pore-clarifying gel cleanser that thoroughly purifies, visibly resurfaces, and beautifully softens with gentle flower acids for luminous-, radiant-looking skin.
Smooth onto skin.
Create a delicate lather with lukewarm water.
Massage in circular motions until skin feels detoxified and resurfaced.
Rinse thoroughly.
Gently pat dry with a soft towel.
What Glass adds
A well-formulated cleanser that effectively addresses pore congestion and dullness while maintaining skin hydration. It's a solid choice for those seeking a multi-tasking cleanser.
Texture and Feel
Many users rave about the silky texture of the cleanser and how it lathers nicely, leaving skin feeling clean but not stripped.
Visible Results
Reviewers often note a visible improvement in skin clarity, reduced pore appearance, and a brighter complexion after consistent use.
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Routine fit
Use this cleanser as the first step in your morning or evening routine. Massage gently onto damp skin, focusing on areas with congestion, then rinse thoroughly. Follow with your usual serums and moisturizers.
Why it works
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
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Morning and Night
This cleanser is suitable for both morning and evening use. In the morning, it helps to remove overnight buildup and prep skin for the day. In the evening, it effectively removes makeup, SPF, and impurities accumulated throughout the day.
Glass rating
A gentle yet effective cleanser that balances exfoliation with hydration, suitable for most skin types looking to clarify pores and improve texture.
Gentle Exfoliation
4.5 / 5
The blend of AHAs and BHAs provides noticeable resurfacing without stripping the skin, making it a good daily option.
Hydration Boost
4.6 / 5
Hyaluronic acid and soothing flower extracts leave skin feeling soft and hydrated, not tight.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The primary ingredient in most cosmetic formulations, acting as a solvent for other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Surfactant
Badness
3.0 / 10
A cleansing agent that creates lather and removes dirt and oil. Can be drying for some.
Usually helps with
Oily to combination skin
Watch for
Potential for dryness or irritation in sensitive or dry skin types.
Surfactant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A mild surfactant that helps to create foam and cleanse the skin without being overly harsh.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Rarely, can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Exfoliant
Badness
2.0 / 10
Provides gentle physical exfoliation and can have antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Most skin types, especially congested skin
Watch for
Can be too abrasive for very sensitive or inflamed skin.
Fragrance
Badness
4.0 / 10
Adds a natural fragrance to the product. Can be a potential irritant for some.
Usually helps with
None specifically, primarily for scent
Watch for
Potential for skin sensitivity or allergic reactions due to fragrance.
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Rich in antioxidants, it helps to protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially mature or environmentally stressed skin
Watch for
None
Soothing Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Known for its soothing and calming properties, helping to reduce redness and irritation.
Usually helps with
Sensitive and irritated skin
Watch for
None
Soothing Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Provides soothing and moisturizing benefits to the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry and sensitive skin
Watch for
None
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants that help protect the skin. Also contributes to fragrance.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Potential for fragrance sensitivity.
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Rich in antioxidants and natural acids, it can help to brighten and exfoliate the skin.
Usually helps with
Dull or uneven skin tone
Watch for
None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
Attracts and retains moisture, hydrating and plumping the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry or dehydrated skin
Watch for
None
Hydrator
Badness
1.0 / 10
A marine-derived ingredient that helps to hydrate and protect the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Dry and sensitive skin
Watch for
None
Soothing Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Known for its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially irritated or sunburnt skin
Watch for
None
AHA Exfoliant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A larger molecule AHA that exfoliates gently, effective for acne and hyperpigmentation with less irritation.
Usually helps with
Acne-prone, sensitive, and darker skin tones
Watch for
Can cause mild stinging or redness initially.
BHA Exfoliant
Badness
2.0 / 10
Oil-soluble, it penetrates pores to exfoliate and clear congestion, effective for acne and blackheads.
Usually helps with
Oily, acne-prone, and congested skin
Watch for
Can cause dryness or peeling if overused or if skin is already dry.
AHA Exfoliant
Badness
3.0 / 10
A small molecule AHA that effectively exfoliates the skin's surface, improving texture and tone. Can be more potent and potentially irritating.
Usually helps with
Dull skin, uneven texture, and fine lines
Watch for
Can cause stinging, redness, or increased sun sensitivity.
pH Adjuster
Badness
3.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the formula. Can have mild exfoliating properties but is primarily for formulation.
Usually helps with
None specifically, primarily for formulation
Watch for
Can be irritating if the pH is too low or if used in high concentrations.
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
Rich in fatty acids and Vitamin E, it moisturizes and nourishes the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry and normal skin
Watch for
Can be too heavy for very oily or acne-prone skin.
Preservative
Badness
1.0 / 10
A preservative that helps prevent microbial growth in the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A common humectant that draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry or dehydrated skin
Watch for
None
Amino Acid
Badness
1.0 / 10
An amino acid that can help with skin conditioning and exfoliation.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A derivative of coconut oil and glycerin, it's an excellent emollient that replenishes skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A humectant that also has antimicrobial properties, helping to preserve the formula.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can cause mild irritation in very sensitive individuals.
PHA Exfoliant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) that offers gentle exfoliation and hydration, suitable for sensitive skin.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, dry, and mature skin
Watch for
None
PHA Exfoliant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Another PHA that provides exfoliation and antioxidant benefits with a larger molecular size, making it very gentle.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, dry, and mature skin
Watch for
None
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FAQ
Yes, it contains soothing ingredients like Aloe Vera and flower extracts, and the PHA acids (Gluconolactone, Lactobionic Acid) are known for their gentleness. However, if your skin is extremely sensitive, patch testing is always recommended.
Yes, this cleanser is formulated for daily use. The blend of acids offers gentle exfoliation, and the hydrating ingredients help to prevent over-drying.
It is effective at removing light makeup, SPF, and daily grime. For heavy or waterproof makeup, you may want to consider a double cleansing method, using this as the second step.
