The Ordinary
$10.5

Squalane Cleanser Hydrating Makeup Remover

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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Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone Malic Acid Ethyl Macadamiate Glycerin Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate Squalane
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Benefits

Ingredient Highlights

Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone A synthetic compound that gives a calming feel with mild antioxidant help. Antioxidant Malic Acid An apple-derived acid that gently exfoliates for smoother, brighter skin. Exfoliant Ethyl Macadamiate A macadamia-derived ester that hydrates skin with a silky feel. Emollient Glycerin A moisture magnet that keeps skin soft, plump, and hydrated. Humectant Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate A sugar-alcohol blend that pulls in light, gentle hydration. Humectant

Full Ingredient List

Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideChlorphenesinCoco-Caprylate/CaprateEthyl MacadamiateEthylhexylglycerinGlycerinHydrogenated Starch HydrolysateHydroxymethoxyphenyl DecanoneIsoceteth-20Malic AcidPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6Sodium PolyacrylateSqualane OilSucrose DilaurateSucrose LaurateSucrose StearateSucrose TrilaurateTocopherol (Vitamin E)Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateWater (Aqua)