The Ordinary - Glycolipid Cream Cleanser for Dry Skin and Makeup Removal
Description
Gently lift away makeup and surface impurities with The Ordinary Glycolipid Cream Cleanser. This creamy, non drying cleanser respects the skin's natural pH and moisture barrier, leaving skin feeling smooth and clean.
Formula and Routine
A plant derived glycolipid cleansing agent works with Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate to remove makeup, including foundation, eyeliner and mascara. The non stripping formula cleanses while maintaining hydration and respecting the skin barrier.
Formulation and Size
Creamy cleanser with a liquid formulation.
5 fl oz / 150 ml.
Skin Types and Concerns
Normal, dry, combination and oily skin. Addresses dryness and oiliness.
Highlighted Ingredients
Glycolipids: Biosurfactants that cleanse by lifting surface level impurities.
Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate: Assists makeup removal alongside glycolipids.
Ingredient Callouts
Fragrance free, oil free and silicone free. Vegan, gluten free and cruelty free. Comes in recyclable packaging. Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS and SLES, triclocarban and triclosan. The supplied ingredient callout states less than one percent synthetic fragrance.
Clinical Testing
In clinical testing on 32 subjects using the product twice daily for two weeks, the cleanser was non drying and non stripping, preserved the skin's natural pH, cleansed while respecting the skin barrier and maintaining hydration, and effectively removed foundation, eyeliner and mascara.
Consumer Assessments
In subjective claims from the Institut d'Expertise Clinique, 88% of users were happy with the cleansing performance and 94% felt their skin was smooth and clean. These percentages reflect user assessments; separate participant counts were not supplied for these claims.
Eye and Skin Compatibility
The supplied product information reports ophthalmological testing, non irritating and non sensitizing skin testing, noncomedogenicity, and suitability for contact lens wearers and individuals with sensitive eyes. These testing outcomes are not a guarantee that irritation cannot occur.
The supplied eye irritation reference is Institute for In Vitro Sciences, EpiOcular Eye Irritation (EIT) Results, Study 22h06.015091, November 3, 2022, accessed November 3, 2022. This in vitro reference is distinct from the clinical and user assessment results above.
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Behenyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Glycolipids, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Diutan Gum, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Phytate, Phytic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
How To Use
Dispense into hands. Massage well onto a dry face and rinse with warm water. The formula can also be applied to wet skin if desired.
Patch Test Before Use
Apply a small amount onto a clean area of skin on the upper forearm. Keep the area dry. If a duration of use is specified, rinse off after that time; otherwise, rinse off after 24 hours. If redness, burning, itching, blistering or irritation occurs at any time during the test, do not use the product.
Additional Guidance
If purchasing for a teen, consult The Ordinary Teen Resource Guide.
Care
To maintain the beauty and integrity of your purchase, we recommend treating it with care. Simple maintenance practices, such as gentle washing and proper storage, can effectively preserve the longevity of your favorites. We encourage you to refer to the care instructions included with each item, designed to help you keep your purchase in top condition.
Design
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