This cleanser packs a powerful punch as it also contains Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid so my skin gets the best exfoliating properties in the shortest time. I do want to highlight the fact that Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is in the ingredient list. Many people confuse between SLES and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) another surfactant which is a well-known skin-irritant. The easiest way to describe SLES is it’s a much milder sister of SLS. If you have very sensitive skin then you might want to avoid SLES too.
Now that all the nerd talk is out of the way, let’s talk about this cleanser.
I’m going to touch briefly on the packaging. I love that it’s in a no-frills tube however because you get a whopping 240mL, it is heavy. This leads to me being unable to control how much product I want to squeeze out. The gel itself has a light liquidy texture so it tends to flow out really quickly and I find myself pouring out too much product at times.
The little packaging hiccup aside, I freaking love this cleanser. It’s hands down the best exfoliating cleanser that I have ever tried; much better than Pixi Glow Mud cleanser and definitely way better than Neostrata Oil-Free Gel Cleanser with 4% Glycolic Acid. I didn’t detect any scent to it, at least none worth mentioning and a little foams up a long way.
My favourite way is to use it as second cleanse with my Foreo Luna and it leaves my skin feeling fresh, soft and smooth. I have no problems using it almost every night despite having dry-normal skin. On the contrary, I believe using this cleanser that often is one of the reasons why I have been blemish-free.
Repurchase? 110% yes if I ever finish this massive tube!

Gentle Cleanser* has a thick cream texture that easily melts into damp skin. It doesn’t foam up but instead stays creamy as I massage it into the skin. It’s easy to rinse with or without a cleansing cloth and doesn’t leave any residue on the skin.
It’s key ingredients are Allantoin (has skin replenishing, healing and soothing properties), Glycerin (a humectant), Citrus Oils (antioxidants; anti-inflammatory properties) and a few fatty alcohols for their skin conditioning properties. There is also Glycolic Acid however it’s listed right at the end of the list so I’m not sure how much percentage is present and if it makes any difference at all.
I have been using this every day for the past 3 weeks and I love it as my morning cleanse because it smells like a basket of fresh citrus. Once rinsed, my skin feels and looks plump, radiant and hydrated. Over time I have also noticed that my skin seems much brighter and no longer dull. Is it all down to this cleanser? I doubt it but I strongly believe both Skinceuticals cleansers played a huge part in why I am currently having the best skin of my life.
Repurchase? You betcha life I forever will!