A
The Ordinary

Squalane Cleanser

83/100
cleanser50ml~8EURCA
Fragrance-freeVeganCruelty-free

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An oil-based balm cleanser that melts makeup and SPF without stripping. Squalane-first formula with no surfactants at all - dissolves through emulsification. Perfect first cleanse in a double-cleanse routine.

Score breakdown

B

Efficacy

A

Safety

A

Comedogenicity

A

Transparency

A

Skin-type fit

Strengths

  • Squalane-first, zero surfactants
  • Dissolves makeup and SPF gently
  • No fragrance, minimal ingredients
  • Balm-to-oil texture

Weaknesses

  • Needs second cleanser after
  • Small tube (50ml)
  • Can leave oily residue

Full ingredient list

Formula analysed from the declared INCI · Verify the manufacturer's current labeling

1A
2B
3?
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
4?
Ethyl Macadamiate
5?
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
6?
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
7?
Sucrose Stearate
8A
9?
Sucrose Laurate

Best for

dry skinsensitive skinnormal skincombination skindrynesssensitivity

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