Soothing Gentle Foaming Cleanser
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Clarins Soothing Gentle Foaming Cleanser scores 4.6/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
One of the most effective humectants
Holds the formula together
Softens and smooths
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes Clarins Soothing Gentle Foaming Cleanser stand out
Clarins Soothing Gentle Foaming Cleanser is a modest cleanser with an overall score of 4.6/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Glycerin, Squalane.Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Propanediol.Glycol Distearate — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
May not suit
- ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Squalane.Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Propanediol.Glycol Distearate
Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter.C14-22 Alcohols.Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Softens and smooths — #7 in the INCI list
- ✶Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Works on your skin — #15 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
23 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Works on your skin5
- Softens and smooths4
- Keeps the product fresh4
- Holds the formula together3
- Formula balancers3
- Other ingredient2
- Draws in moisture1
- Added scent1