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Apply a small amount of the product onto a clean area of skin on the upper forearm.
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Keep the area dry.
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If the product has a specified duration of use, rinse off after this time has elapsed. Otherwise rinse off after 24 hours.
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If any redness, burning, itching, blistering or irritation is observed at any time throughout the test, do not use the product.
A gentle cream cleanser that effectively removes makeup.
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Targets Cleansing, Barrier Support
Suited to All Skin Types
Format Cleanser: Cream
Key ingredients
Glycolipids
Overview
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Product Details
Highlights
- water-free
- No
- alcohol-free
- Yes
- oil-free
- Yes
- silicone-free
- Yes
- vegan
- Yes
- gluten-free
- Yes
- cruelty-free
- Yes
Awards & Features
About
The Glycolipid Cream Cleanser effectively cleanses the skin and removes makeup such as foundation, eyeliner, and mascara. This formulation uses a plant-derived glycolipid cleansing agent that cleanses the skin while respecting the skin barrier to maintain hydration. Additionally, this cleanser is formulated to be non-stripping to respect the skin's natural pH.
How to Use
How to Use
- Dispense product into hands.
- Massage well onto the dry face and rinse with warm water.
- This formula can also be applied to wet skin if desired.
Product & Safety Guidance
Product & Safety Guidance
Recycling Instructions
Recycling Instructions
Before Recycling:
Empty the contents of the container. Remove cap, lid, dropper, pump, and other components and rinse the bottle/jar with water.
Packaging items with adhesive-based labels:
Contact your local recycling facility to ensure
recyclability via curbside recycling program.
Otherwise, dispose via our in-store recycling program.
Serum/Oil, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower Gel, Lotion, Hand Soap Bottles:
#1 PETE & #2 HDPE and glass bottles are recyclable
through the majority of local curbside recycling programs.
# 5 PP bottles are usually recyclable through local
curbside recycling programs. Please contact your local recycling facility to
ensure recyclability.
Otherwise, dispose via our in-store recycling program.
Dropper Lids:
Dispose of via our in-store recycling program.
Disclaimer:
We work to provide our customers with accurate guidelines on packaging recyclability; however, please ensure your city or municipal program is consulted before recycling an item.
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Glycolipid Cream Cleanser FAQs
This formula is suitable for all skin types.
Glycolipids are one of the most commonly used biosurfactants in the cosmetic industry. They are produced through biotechnology, using plant-based sources like sugars as feedstock.
The Glycolipid Cream Cleanser gently cleanses the skin to remove makeup, like foundation, mascara, and eyeliner, while respecting the skin barrier to maintain hydration. It's also formulated to be non-stripping, which supports the skin's natural pH.
Yes, this formulation removes most forms of makeup. For removing more stubborn waterproof makeup, we recommend double cleansing with The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser.
The Glycolipid Cream Cleanser has a cream texture, while the Squalane Cleanser has a balm-to-oil like format. Both formulations cleanse the skin, remove makeup and dirt, and support the skin’s moisture barrier.
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