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Cleansing Complex.

iS Clinical Cleansing Complex
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About this product

A gel cleanser formulated with lactic, salicylic, and glycolic acids, designed to remove makeup and impurities while exfoliating the skin.

Type

CleansersGel

Key actives

Formula notes

Fragrance-freeNo drying alcohol

Full ingredients

Guru Score

84%

Approved

Early verdict · Few reviews so far
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What the gurus are saying

Combining lactic, salicylic, and glycolic acids in a lightweight gel, this cleanser removes makeup and oil effectively without the harshness many expect from multiple exfoliants. Reviewers note it's gentle enough for daily use and even near the eyes. Though pricey, a small amount goes far, and the formula balances your skin's pH so your next skincare products absorb better.
Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take August 2024

What the gurus are saying.

Every take we've logged from this product's reviews across YouTube. Click any row to watch the moment they said it.

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"You can use the iS Clinical Cleansing Complex which is a little bit more of a higher price point but it's got a great blend of lactic acid salicylic acid glycolic acid it's going to really remove that debris from the area and it's also going to loosen the area so if you're really extracting and you want to just prep the area you can use a salicylic acid based cleanser."
All 4 takes from Dr. Somji Skin
Pore Strips for Sebaceous Filaments: Doctor's Insight
"You can use the iS Clinical Cleansing Complex which is a little bit more of a higher price point but it's got a great blend of lactic acid salicylic acid glycolic acid it's going to really remove that debris from the area and it's also going to loosen the area so if you're really extracting and you want to just prep the area you can use a salicylic acid based cleanser."
Henal's Simple 4-Step Morning Skincare Routine | iS Clinical Skincare & SkinVital Skincare
"I've always been so obsessed with this product because it's perfect for everyday skin maintenance. It works to remove excess oils, impurities and makeup from the skin and I feel it definitely goes deep into my pores to loosen up any debris and bacteria. [...] I do a single cleanse in the morning and a double cleanse at night. It actually removes all of my makeup and leaves me feeling squeaky clean. The texture of this product is also something I love because it's super lightweight with a gel-like consistency, so you only need a small amount. [...] It contains white willow bark extract which is a natural source of salicylic acid so it will help to heal and prevent blemishes. It also contains sugarcane extract which will work to gently resurface and refresh tired skin without leaving it feeling dry or tight. It's ideal for all skin types and I like to use it twice daily."
Doctor's Guide to Radiant Skincare: Crafting Your Routine
"If you're using something that's a little bit more of a higher price range like iS Clinical Cleansing Complex, these cleansers tone at the same time. [...] It's worth investing in a good quality cleanser, a cleanser that will balance the pH so that when you put anything on afterwards it gets absorbed nicely into the skin and you don't get any sensitivity."
Doctor's Advice: Selecting the Best Cleanser for Your Skin Type!
"IS Clinical has a gentle cleanser complex which is a gel based complex. It's got a complex mix of AHAs and BHAs that will help with acne prone skin as well as patients that maybe have slight pigmentation or even over oil production."
Approved
"This stuff is amazing, I've talked about it before on this channel. This is such a good cleanser, it's pricey but it takes forever to go through this bottle and it has like a bajillion five star reviews on every website for good reason."
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All 2 takes from Dr. Sam Ellis
Dermatologist's Morning Skincare & Hair Routine Recommended By Viewers! (Featuring Dermstore)
"I have never seen a more beloved cleanser. Any website you go to, including Dermstore, it has hundreds of five-star reviews. Since I started my Instagram a couple years ago, I cannot tell you how many DMs I've gotten recommending this particular cleanser. It doesn't have a smell, no fragrance. It foams up pretty nicely but it's not like this big sudsy lather. It feels nice and slippery on the skin. I like to use it pretty close to my lash line because my cleansers won't sting my eyes, and it's really important that they don't."
Get Ready for Bed with Me! Dermatologist's Nighttime Skincare Routine | Dr. Sam Ellis
"This stuff is amazing, I've talked about it before on this channel. This is such a good cleanser, it's pricey but it takes forever to go through this bottle and it has like a bajillion five star reviews on every website for good reason."

What the evidence says.

Independent of what the gurus think, this is what the published research supports about the main active ingredients here.

Retinoids

Retinoids are among the best studied ingredients in dermatology, with solid evidence for acne and for the fine lines and rough texture that come from sun exposure. Dryness and flaking in the first few weeks are common and usually settle.

Source: DermNet

Vitamin C

Topical vitamin C is an antioxidant with reasonable evidence for dullness and uneven tone. It breaks down in light and air, so how a product is formulated and packaged matters as much as the percentage on the front.

Source: DermNet

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is an antioxidant, and it is often in a formula to keep the other ingredients stable rather than as the active itself. It pairs well with vitamin C, though on its own the evidence for visible change is limited.

Source: NIH, National Library of Medicine

Frequently asked.

What is iS Clinical Cleansing Complex?

A gel cleanser formulated with lactic, salicylic, and glycolic acids, designed to remove makeup and impurities while exfoliating the skin.

Is iS Clinical Cleansing Complex worth it?

Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 84%.

What is iS Clinical Cleansing Complex's Guru Score?

iS Clinical Cleansing Complex holds a Guru Score of 84%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.

Who is iS Clinical Cleansing Complex best for?

iS Clinical Cleansing Complex is generally suited to oily skin and acne-prone skin.

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