The Ordinary

Squalane Cleanser Hydrating Makeup Remover

$10.5
Paraben-Free
Sulfate-Free
Fragrance-Free
Silicone-Free
PEG

An oil-based cleanser built around squalane, sucrose esters, and coco-caprylate/caprate that melts away makeup and sunscreen before a rinse. It leaves skin feeling soft rather than stripped, which is the main draw of an oil cleanser like this. Malic acid appears low on the ingredient list, more consistent with balancing pH than delivering real exfoliation.

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What this product does

Benefits

Why it works

Ingredient Highlights

H Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone Antioxidant A synthetic compound that gives a calming feel with mild antioxidant help. M Malic Acid Exfoliant An apple-derived acid that gently exfoliates for smoother, brighter skin.

The full formula

Full Ingredient List

Squalane OilWater (Aqua)Coco-Caprylate/CaprateGlycerinSucrose StearateEthyl MacadamiateCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideSucrose LaurateHydrogenated Starch HydrolysateSucrose DilaurateSucrose TrilauratePolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6Isoceteth-20Sodium PolyacrylateTocopherol (Vitamin E)Hydroxymethoxyphenyl DecanoneTrisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateMalic AcidEthylhexylglycerinChlorphenesin