Product Info
• Where to purchase : Amazon
• Price : $20.40
• Volume : 4.7 oz
• Made in : South Korea
• Vegan Friendly? Yes
• Cruelty-Free? Yes
• EU-Allergen Free? Yes
• Fungal Acne Safe? No
• Shelf Life After Opening : 12 Months
• pH : ~8.5–9.5
What is it & what does it do?
A gel-cream-to-foam cleanser that gently cleanses the skin and helps reduce excess sebum without stripping too much moisture. It also offers light hydration and soothing benefits.
• Claims to : Cleanse, reduce sebum, moisturise, and soothe the skin.
• Supposedly good for : All skin types, particularly sensitive skin.
• What I think : I’d agree this is well-suited to sensitive skin. Oily, combination, and normal skin types may enjoy this more than very dry skin types. If you're prone to dehydration, you may prefer this in the warmer months or opt for a more hydrating cleanser like Geek & Gorgeous Jelly Joker or Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Cleansing Gel.
Packaging & How to Use
Comes in a plastic pump bottle. The pump twists to unlock, but unfortunately can’t be locked again once opened.
• Directions (per brand) : Dispense and massage a proper amount onto the skin. Rinse off completely with lukewarm water.
• How I use it : I use this at the end of the day to wash off sunscreen and sweat. For the face alone, one pump is enough, but since I also cleanse my neck, ears, and décolletage, I use two pumps. I never apply it dry as I wet my skin first, then lather with water before massaging it in.
Why Green Tea?
Green tea is rich in antioxidants and soothing compounds. It contains caffeine and polyphenols like catechins and EGCG, which help calm the skin, fight free radicals, and reduce excess sebum.
Key Ingredients
• 52% Green Tea Extract : Antioxidant, soothing
• Lauric Acid : Anti-blemish, helps prevent P. acnes growth
• Cocoa Seed Extract + Centella (Cica) : Antioxidant + soothing
• Oatmeal Extract : Soothing
• Mannitol, Dextrin, Fig Extract, Beta-Glucan : Moisturising
Full Ingredients
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Aqua (Water), Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Myristic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Lauric Acid, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Palmitic Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Potassium Myristate, Hydrated Silica, Potassium Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Stearate, Mannitol, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract, Dextrin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Papain, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Bromelain, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Beta-Glucan, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Meal Extract, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Glycine Max (Soybean) Seed Extract
Texture
A creamy gel that glides easily on the skin. I recommend applying it to damp skin so it foams better and feels smoother during application.
• Finish & Feel : Sticky? Slightly at first, but smooths out quickly
• Greasy? No – it's water-based
• Stings irritated skin? No, even after retinol or shaving, this didn’t sting my skin
• Fragrance? Fragrance and essential oil free
Best For
• Dry skin? Best in summer
• Oily skin? Suitable year-round
Longevity
I’ve used it for 1–2 months. Although I've tried to be sparing, I'm already over halfway through. I expect to finish it soon.
Effects
• Skin feels clean post-wash
• Slight tightness after rinsing
• Removes sunscreen well
• Can sting the eyes if not rinsed thoroughly, which is a downside
What I like
• Cruelty-free
• Fragrance and EO-free
• Didn’t sting or irritate my skin
• Easy to spread and emulsify
• Good pump mechanism
What I don’t like
• Slightly drying for my skin type
• Occasionally stings my eyes
• Product dries up and crusts at the pump opening
Overall Rating : 3.9 / 5
A decent, non-irritating cleanser that removes SPF and doesn’t contain added fragrance or essential oils. While it's a bit drying for my dehydrated skin, it might be perfect for those with oily or combination skin, especially in humid climates. Just be careful around the eyes!