Glucoside Gentle Foaming Cleanser for Oily Skin
The Ordinary Glucoside Gentle Foaming Cleanser for Oily Skin scores 3.9/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Gentle sugar-derived surfactant
Natural thickener and stabiliser
Vitamin E antioxidant
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes The Ordinary Glucoside Gentle Foaming Cleanser for Oily Skin stand out
The Ordinary Glucoside Gentle Foaming Cleanser for Oily Skin is a modest cleanser with an overall score of 3.9/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Tocopherol — ingredients that actively target skin concerns.
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
May not suit
- ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Tocopherol
Works on your skin — #5 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
7 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Holds the formula together2
- Keeps the product fresh2
- Other ingredient1
- Works on your skin1
- Formula balancers1