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Summer Fridays Pink Dew Gel Cleanser

This gel cleanser is formulated to be gentle yet effective, making it a good option for those looking to cleanse their skin without stripping it of its natural moisture. The inclusion of coconut water and cherry extract aims to support skin radiance.

Sephora price

$15.00 - $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

4.8 / 5

About 245 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Coconut-Based SurfactantsCoconut Water and Cherry ExtractB-Vitamin ComplexDullness

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

Glass take

4.8 / 5 overall fit

A gentle, pH-balanced cleanser that effectively removes impurities without stripping the skin, leaving it feeling soft and refreshed.

Summer Fridays Pink Dew Gel Cleanser

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A pH-balanced, non-drying foaming gel cleanser that gently removes oil and targets impurities—leaving the skin soft and refreshed.

Dry and CombinationDullness

Dispense into palm, add water, and work into a foamy lather.

Pro tip: For a richer lather, add more water.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid cleanser choice for most skin types, particularly those who prefer a gentle foaming action and are looking to address dullness or maintain balanced hydration. It performs its primary job well without overpromising.

Refreshing cleanse

Many reviewers appreciate the clean feeling after using this cleanser, noting it effectively removes makeup and daily grime without any tightness.

Hydration support

The presence of coconut water and panthenol is noted for helping to maintain skin hydration, preventing the dry, stripped feeling often associated with cleansers.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Daily cleansing
  • Dry and combination skin
  • Addressing dullness

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • You are sensitive to fragrance
  • You prefer a completely fragrance-free routine

Routine fit

Your first step to glowing skin

This cleanser is designed to be the first step in your morning and evening skincare routine. It effectively removes surface impurities, makeup residue, and excess oil, preparing your skin for subsequent treatments.

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-drying
  • Effective at removing oil and impurities
  • Leaves skin feeling soft and refreshed
  • Pleasant lather

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • Contains fragrance
  • May not be suitable for extremely sensitive skin types reactive to fragrance

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

Use this cleanser both in the morning to refresh your skin and at night to remove the day's buildup.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.8/ 5 overall

A gentle, pH-balanced cleanser that effectively removes impurities without stripping the skin, leaving it feeling soft and refreshed.

Gentleness

4.8 / 5

Users found this cleanser to be very gentle and non-drying, suitable for daily use.

Cleansing efficacy

4.7 / 5

Effectively removes oil and impurities without leaving residue.

Skin feel

4.7 / 5

Leaves skin feeling soft, refreshed, and replenished.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water/Aqua/Eau

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Attracts water to the skin, providing hydration and helping to maintain the skin's moisture barrier.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal, combination skin

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Decyl Glucoside

Badness

0.0 / 10

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

Usually helps with

All skin types, including sensitive

Watch for

None

Thickener

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to thicken the product and improve its texture.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning Agent

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Water

Badness

0.0 / 10

Rich in electrolytes and nutrients, it hydrates and replenishes the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal, dehydrated skin

Watch for

None

Surfactant

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Badness

1.0 / 10

A co-surfactant that enhances lather and cleansing properties, derived from coconut oil. Can be a mild irritant for some.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Potential for mild irritation in very sensitive individuals

Surfactant

Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A very mild amphoteric surfactant that gently cleanses without stripping.

Usually helps with

All skin types, including sensitive

Watch for

None

Humectant/Preservative Booster

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A multi-functional ingredient that hydrates and helps preserve the formula.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant/Preservative Booster

Pentylene Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A hydrating ingredient that also aids in preservation.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Antioxidant/Skin Conditioning Agent

Prunus Avium (Sweet Cherry) Fruit Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants and vitamins that can help brighten and revitalize the skin.

Usually helps with

Dull, normal, combination skin

Watch for

None

Humectant/Soothing Agent

Panthenol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin B5 that attracts and holds moisture, soothes the skin, and supports barrier repair.

Usually helps with

Dry, sensitive, normal skin

Watch for

None

Preservative

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A natural preservative derived from fermented radish root, offering antimicrobial benefits.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Viscosity Adjuster

Sodium Chloride

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the thickness of the product.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that protects the skin from free radical damage. Can be comedogenic for some.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Potential for pore-clogging in acne-prone individuals

Antioxidant/Preservative Booster

Hydroxyacetophenone

Badness

0.0 / 10

A synthetic antioxidant that helps protect the formula and boost preservative efficacy.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant/Solvent

Butylene Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common solvent and humectant that helps ingredients penetrate the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Preservative Booster/Skin Conditioning Agent

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Enhances the effectiveness of preservatives and has mild moisturizing properties.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Chelating Agent

Sodium Phytate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize the formula by binding to metal ions.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Fragrance

Fragrance/Parfum

Badness

5.0 / 10

Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of irritation and allergic reactions for sensitive skin.

Usually helps with

None

Watch for

Potential for irritation, redness, and allergic reactions

Solvent/Viscosity Adjuster

Hexylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A solvent that can also help adjust product thickness. Can be drying for some.

Usually helps with

Oily, normal skin

Watch for

Potential for dryness or irritation in sensitive or dry skin

Colorant

Cyanocobalamin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Vitamin B12, used here to give the product its pink hue.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Citric Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the formula for optimal efficacy and skin compatibility.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cleanser suitable for sensitive skin?

It is formulated to be gentle and pH-balanced, but it does contain fragrance, which can be a concern for highly sensitive skin. Patch testing is recommended.

Does this cleanser remove makeup?

Yes, it is effective at removing daily impurities and light makeup. For heavier or waterproof makeup, a dedicated makeup remover might be needed first.