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The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser
4.4 /5
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The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser Reviews

Authentic, user-written reviews for The Ordinary's Squalane Cleanser.

NomieTchtchnigboNoNo's Avatar'
Mar 12, 2024

used it for a while but then started to get whiteheads and my texture got worse the second i used it (same thing with the oat cleanser balm from Inkey List)

used it for a while but then started to get whiteheads and my texture got worse the second i used it (same thing with the oat cleanser balm from Inkey List)

Broke Me Out
Irritating
Valerija's Avatar'
Mar 11, 2024

When I first purchased it I couldn't understand the hype and simply hated this product. The problem was me using it on wet skin... it would not behave as an oil cleanser and so it didn't clean much. At some point I realized it has to be...

When I first purchased it I couldn't understand the hype and simply hated this product. The problem was me using it on wet skin... it would not behave as an oil cleanser and so it didn't clean much. At some point I realized it has to be used on dry skin and it made such a difference! I love the sensation it gives when melting into my skin and removing sunscreen leaving it very hydrated without any oily residue. Sometimes I also use it to massage my nose and it helps to somewhat unclog the pores. Recently I repurchased it in jumbo size, love it!

Great Value
Hydrating
No Scent
Works Well
JustDaniel_50's Avatar'
Feb 6, 2024

BY FAR the gentlest cleanser I have ever used, while also being very effective!

BY FAR the gentlest cleanser I have ever used, while also being very effective!

Great Value
No Scent
Works Well
magicalmarion's Avatar'
Jan 13, 2024

I really liked the product for make up removing. Even though I have fungal acne- for the short time i had it on the skin it did not break me out. If you wear waterproof eye make-up i would use a separate eye make-up remover with oil tho....

I really liked the product for make up removing. Even though I have fungal acne- for the short time i had it on the skin it did not break me out. If you wear waterproof eye make-up i would use a separate eye make-up remover with oil tho. Great size for travel make up remover too but not big enough for long time use. Wish they had a bigger package. If you like the texture of cleansing milk definitely try it out. Great product for moderate money.

Great Value
Light
No Scent
Works Well
mikkoflam's Avatar'
Dec 23, 2023

My HG oil cleanser. I know it's not really marketed as an oil cleanser, but let's be honest, it is. Once you really rub it in, it turns into an oil. I love this as my 1st cleanse in a double cleanse since it removes my mineral SPF, but...

My HG oil cleanser. I know it's not really marketed as an oil cleanser, but let's be honest, it is. Once you really rub it in, it turns into an oil. I love this as my 1st cleanse in a double cleanse since it removes my mineral SPF, but its also SO moisturizing after you rinse. Other oil cleansers have broken be out, but this just doesn't. Such a trustworthy product. Will always repurchase!

Someone_Else's Avatar'
Oct 28, 2023

gently removes make-up and excess oil

gently removes make-up and excess oil

Gbaby2's Avatar'
Oct 16, 2023

It’s so gentle and cleanses your skin so well, and removes all of your makeup too! The best to double cleanse with

It’s so gentle and cleanses your skin so well, and removes all of your makeup too! The best to double cleanse with

CustardBunny's Avatar'
Sep 22, 2023

Godsend for my acne
I previously had a different routine and didnt expect much from this brand as its cheap, but oh my god my acne cleared so much from just a month of this set. Amazing.

Godsend for my acne
I previously had a different routine and didnt expect much from this brand as its cheap, but oh my god my acne cleared so much from just a month of this set. Amazing.

caabbage's Avatar'
May 21, 2023

It’s okay
Most of the month I’m thinking this product is great, it seems to remove spf with no issues. When my skin is more sensitive during/just after my period, I think it might be causing acne due to over stripping my skin - when I...

It’s okay
Most of the month I’m thinking this product is great, it seems to remove spf with no issues. When my skin is more sensitive during/just after my period, I think it might be causing acne due to over stripping my skin - when I use my 2nd cleanser after this at that time of the month, I get a stinging sensation in some areas.

nasaye's Avatar'
Apr 28, 2023

I don't get the hype
Don't get me wrong, this is an ok cleanser. It leaves your face clean and it doesn't do any harm. But to me it is a bit middle of the road. Not quite an oil cleanser, and not a foaming one.

I don't get the hype
Don't get me wrong, this is an ok cleanser. It leaves your face clean and it doesn't do any harm. But to me it is a bit middle of the road. Not quite an oil cleanser, and not a foaming one.

gemmajaws's Avatar'
Jan 10, 2022

Meh
It looks, smells, and feels like you are spreading Elmer’s glue all over your face although it does seem to work as a gentle cleanser. Packaging is good, simplicity of ingredients is nice, as is the price. I've not repurchased it...

Meh
It looks, smells, and feels like you are spreading Elmer’s glue all over your face although it does seem to work as a gentle cleanser. Packaging is good, simplicity of ingredients is nice, as is the price. I've not repurchased it though.