CLARINS Purifying Gentle Foaming Face Cleanser for Combination to Oily Skin — Mattifying, Exfoliating

This lightweight foam removes surface impurities and dissolves light makeup while micro-pearls containing a salicylic-acid derivative provide gentle exfoliation to help smooth skin texture. The formula focuses on controlling shine and leaving a fresher, more even appearance without stripping moisture when used as directed.

How does this cleanser remove oil and shine without over-drying?

The foaming base lifts sebum and grime from pores while balancing ingredients help reduce surface gloss. The exfoliating micro-pearls refine texture so oil looks less concentrated, and the rinse-off finish prevents residue that can feel heavy.

• Foam action dissolves excess oil and light makeup.
• Micro-pearls provide mild, non-abrasive exfoliation.
• Rinse-off formula leaves a mattified, clean finish.

Will it help improve skin texture or minimize breakouts?

The product gently encourages the removal of dead skin cells that can trap oil and contribute to uneven texture. While not a treatment product, regular gentle exfoliation reduces the buildup that can precede blemishes and keeps pores feeling clearer.

• Salicylic-acid derivative helps dissolve surface debris.
• Micro-pearls smooth rough patches for a refined feel.
• Daily use supports clearer-looking skin when paired with other targeted care.

How should I use it in my daily routine for best results?

Use morning and evening as the first cleansing step: work a dime-size amount into a lather on damp skin, then massage gently and rinse. Follow with your toner, treatment serums, and a moisturizer suitable for combination or oily skin.

• Apply to damp face and neck, avoiding the eye area.
• Massage from center outward, then rinse with cool water in the morning and warm water at night.
• Pat dry and continue with serums and mattifying moisturizers if needed.

Is this suitable for sensitive areas and daily use?

Formulated for combination to oily skin, the cleanser is gentle but includes exfoliating beads, so avoid the delicate eye contour and stop use if irritation occurs. For most users it can be used daily, but those with very sensitive or compromised skin should patch-test first.

• Avoid contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly if contact occurs.
• Patch-test on a small area if you have sensitive skin.
• Discontinue if redness or irritation develops.

Who is this for: Clarins Purifying Gentle Foaming Face Cleanser is ideal for people with combination or oily skin who want a daily foaming wash that mattifies, gently exfoliates and refines texture without heavy residue. Choose this if you need a reliable first-step cleanser to remove oil, light makeup and surface impurities while preparing skin for targeted treatments and hydration.

Ingredients

AQUA/WATER/EAU. GLYCERIN. MYRISTIC ACID. PALMITIC ACID. STEARIC ACID. POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE. GLYCOL DISTEARATE. LAURIC ACID. SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE. TIPA-LAURETH SULFATE. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. PROPANEDIOL. CERA MICROCRISTALLINA/MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX/CIRE MICROCRISTALLINE. PARFUM/FRAGRANCE. MANNITOL. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. DIMETHICONE. CI 77891/ TITANIUM DIOXIDE. MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. TETRASODIUM EDTA. CI 77007/ULTRAMARINES. SODIUM SALICYLATE. MALTODEXTRIN. MORINGA OLEIFERA SEED EXTRACT. LINALOOL. CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) PEEL OIL. SPIRAEA ULMARIA EXTRACT. MELISSA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT*. SAPONARIA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT*. LIMONENE. SILICA. ACRYLATES/AMMONIUM METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER. GENTIANA LUTEA EXTRACT*. CITRIC ACID. ALUMINA. TRIETHYL CITRATE. SODIUM BENZOATE. KAOLIN. POTASSIUM SORBATE. HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE. CI 42090/BLUE 1. CI 19140/YELLOW 5. SIMETHICONE. [01V4328] *DOMAINE CLARINS