Essential-C Cleanser

Brand price

USD 38.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopheryl Acetate

• Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1

  L-ascorbic acid, the unesterified form of vitamin C.

  Ascorbic Acid

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)1

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  Ascorbyl Palmitate

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1

  Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.

  Polysorbate 20

• Retinoid1

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Retinyl Palmitate

• Vitamin C2

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate

Benefits

• Hydrating5

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Lactose, Panthenol, Sodium PCA

• Barrier Repair4

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Allantoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Panthenol

• Reduces Irritation2

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Allantoin, Panthenol

• Redness Reducing1

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Allantoin

• Anti-Aging2

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Ascorbic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate

• Smoothing3

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Allantoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Retinyl Palmitate

• Brightening2

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate

• Dark Spots2

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate

• Even Tone1

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Ascorbic Acid

• Acne Fighting1

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Retinyl Palmitate

• Oil Control1

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Retinyl Palmitate

• Antioxidant4

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Propyl Gallate, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Anti-Pollution6

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Allantoin, Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Propyl Gallate, Tocopheryl Acetate

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne2

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Ascorbyl Palmitate, Retinyl Palmitate

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis7

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Phospholipids, Polysorbate 20, Retinyl Palmitate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Ascorbyl Palmitate, Retinyl Palmitate

• May Worsen Irritation9

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Fragrance, Limonene, Linalool, Ocimum Basilicum Oil, Retinyl Palmitate

• May Worsen Eczema8

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Fragrance, Limonene, Linalool, Ocimum Basilicum Oil

• May Worsen Rosacea8

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Fragrance, Limonene, Linalool, Ocimum Basilicum Oil

Dupes

• Celeteque DermoScience™ Hydration Gentle Exfoliating Facial Wash65% match