Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 Stars – Excellent and Worth It) The Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel promises a soap-free, foaming cleanse that removes impurities without stripping the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Mild yet effective, it’s designed for all skin types and daily use. What Worked: ✔ Gentle Yet Effective – Cleans deeply without irritation or dryness.✔ Refreshing […]
Category: Face Cleanser
kiramoon Silkie Rinse
Rating: 4 Stars This ultra-gentle, pH-balanced cleanser is designed for sensitive, dry, or normal skin. Formulated with ceramides, aloe, and squalane, it aims to hydrate without stripping, remove even waterproof makeup, and leave skin soothed, soft, and conditioned. It’s fragrance-free, vegan, and non-comedogenic—intended to cleanse thoroughly while supporting the skin barrier. What Worked What Didn’t […]
Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum
Rating: 4 Stars – Great and Effective The Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum promises to tackle multiple signs of aging with its Retinol Tri-Active Technology, combining a fast-acting retinoid, a time-release retinol, and a retinol booster. Designed for all skin types, it claims to firm, smooth, and rejuvenate skin with visible results. What Worked: ✔ […]
Balance Me BHA Exfoliating Concentrate
1 Star – Ineffective and Unpleasant to Use The Balance Me BHA Exfoliating Concentrate promises a lot—clearer skin, unclogged pores, exfoliation, hydration, and reduced dark spots—but unfortunately, it fails to deliver on nearly every claim. Instead of leaving my skin refreshed, it felt heavy and coated, with a residue that wouldn’t wash off. What Didn’t […]
Kate Sommerville Goat Milk Cleanser
Rating: 4 Stars – Gentle & Moisturizing, But Pricey The Kate Somerville Goat Milk Cleanser is a creamy, sulfate-free formula designed to soothe even sensitive skin while removing makeup, oil, and impurities. True to its claims, it’s gentle, lightly foaming, and leaves skin feeling clean yet moisturized—never tight or dry. What I Loved: ✔ Creamy […]
Balance Me: Pre and Probiotic Cleansing Milk
Rating: ⭐⭐ (2 Stars – Gentle but Ineffective at Cleansing) The Balance Me Pre and Probiotic Cleansing Milk promises to gently cleanse and balance the skin while maintaining hydration. However, it fails to effectively remove makeup and impurities, leaving behind a residue that feels heavy and difficult to wash off. Unfortunately, instead of leaving the […]
Femmue: Brilliant Cleansing Gel
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 Stars – Gentle & Effective, But Slightly Pricey) The Femmue Brilliant Cleansing Gel is a luxurious, botanical-based foaming cleanser that removes dirt, oil, and makeup while maintaining the skin’s natural pH balance. It’s gentle, effective, and has a light, soothing scent, but the price is on the higher side, leading to a […]
Pacifica: Glow Baby Brightening Face Wash
Rating: 5 Stars – Gentle, Effective, & Affordable The Pacifica Glow Baby Brightening Face Wash is a gentle yet effective exfoliating cleanser powered by AHA and Vitamin C to brighten, cleanse, and refresh the skin. It provides a great lather, deep yet non-stripping cleanse, and an excellent price point, making it a standout drugstore option, […]
Dr. B Lab: Foaming Face Cleanser
4 Stars – Great, but Pricey The Dr. B Lab Foaming Face Cleanser is an oil-to-foam formula that transforms from a hydrating oil into a gentle foam, making it an effective double-cleansing product. Designed to remove makeup, dirt, and impurities while keeping the skin hydrated, it earns a 4-star rating due to its performance and […]
Vit C: Rodial Brightening Cleanser
Rating: 4 Stars The Vit C Rodial Brightening Cleanser is designed to brighten, exfoliate, and purify the skin using Vitamin C, fruit AHAs, glycolic acid, and antioxidant-rich blood orange water. After trying it, I found it to be a refreshing and effective cleanser, earning a 4-star rating. What I Loved: ✔ Nice Lather – The […]