The Cleanse Soft Foaming Cleanser

The The Cleanse Soft Foaming Cleanser from ILIA Beauty shows how pleasant thorough cleansing can be. The soft, airy foam removes daily makeup, mineral sunscreen, excess sebum, and buildup without leaving the skin with that unpleasant “scrubbed clean” feeling. After rinsing, it feels clear, fresh, and pleasantly soft—not dry or tight.

Mild plant-based surfactants dissolve dirt and makeup, while glycerin and a moisture-binding sugar complex help prevent moisture loss.

• Gentle, pH-balanced cleansing foam for morning and evening
• Removes daily makeup, mineral sunscreen, and buildup
• Cleanses thoroughly without excessively stripping the skin
• With with plant-based surfactants, glycerin, and a sugar complex
• Leaves skin soft, clean, and pleasantly refreshed
• Formulated without added fragrance
• Ophthalmologically tested and suitable for sensitive eyes
• For contact lens wearers and all skin types
• Vegan and cruelty-free
  

The streamlined formula is pH-balanced and respects the skin’s slightly acidic environment, which is important for an intact skin barrier. It contains no added fragrance, is ophthalmologically tested, and is also suitable for sensitive skin, sensitive eyes, and contact lens wearers.

The Cleanse can be used morning and evening. For long-wearing or heavier makeup, a second cleansing pass is recommended. Afterwards, the skin is perfectly prepared for The Base Face Milk and prepares it for further skincare. Discover more gentle cleansers in our selection of facial cleansing foams and cleansing creams.

ILIA Beauty combines high-performance makeup with nourishing ingredients and modern textures that feel comfortable on the skin. Founded by Sasha Plavsic, the brand offers makeup and skincare with impressive performance. All products are cruelty-free and Leaping Bunny certified.

Application

• Apply morning and evening 2–3 pumps into the palm of your hand.
• Distribute the soft foam over damp or dry skin.
• Gently massage it over the face, eye area, and neck.
• Rinse the skin thoroughly with lukewarm water.
• Repeat the cleansing process a second time for long-wearing or heavier makeup.
• Then apply the ILIA The Base Face Milk or your usual facial care.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Saccharide Isomerate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate.

Please note that the composition may occasionally change. The current and complete list of ingredients can be found on the product packaging.

Active ingredients

• Glycerin - This sugar alcohol is part of the body's natural moisturizing system. Lipids (fats) in the skin are made up of glycerin and fatty acids. Glycerin has a hydrating effect and helps prevent water loss. It also has a stabilizing effect on the skin barrier function.
• Decyl Glucoside is a very mild, plant-derived sugar surfactant used for gentle skin cleansing. It is made from sugar and coconut fatty acids and is particularly well tolerated because it does not excessively strip or irritate the skin. This makes it ideal for sensitive skin types and provides gentle yet effective cleansing.
• Mild Surfactants - Surfactants can be used in many different ways in cosmetics thanks to their properties. They are able to combine two liquids that normally cannot be mixed, such as water and oil. The most important functions of surfactants include cleansing, foaming, and acting as emulsifiers that combine substances. They also serve as dirt and grease removers in facial and body cleansing gels. Surfactants are synthetically produced from natural raw materials and are considered safe.
• Saccharide Isomerate is a skin-identical humectant derived from plant-based sugar structures. It has the special ability to bind water in the skin over the long term, thereby supporting lasting hydration. At the same time, it strengthens the skin barrier and helps maintain the skin’s moisture balance, making it a valuable active ingredient in modern moisturizing products.
• Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate is a very mild amino acid-based surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids and a taurine derivative. It thoroughly cleanses the skin without stressing it, while producing a soft, creamy foam. Compared with traditional cleansing agents such as sulfates, it is significantly gentler and therefore particularly suitable for sensitive or easily reactive skin.
• Citric Acid & Sodium Citrate together form a pH-regulating system in the formulation. Citric Acid (citric acid) ensures that the pH is adjusted to a skin-friendly level, while Sodium Citrate acts as a buffer and keeps this level stable. Together, they help protect the skin barrier and prevent the skin from becoming unbalanced after cleansing.

FAQ

Does The Cleanse remove makeup and sunscreen?
Yes. The cleansing foam was developed to remove daily makeup, mineral sunscreen, excess sebum, and buildup. With long-lasting or particularly intensive makeup, a second cleansing pass may be necessary.

Can I use The Cleanse around the eyes?
Yes. The formula is ophthalmologically tested and suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. Keep your eyes closed while massaging it in and rinse the foam off thoroughly.

Is the cleansing foam suitable for dry skin?
Yes. Mild surfactants cleanse without unnecessarily stripping the skin. Glycerin and Saccharide Isomerate also help retain moisture during cleansing.

Can I use The Cleanse on sensitive skin?
Yes. The minimalist, fragrance-free formula is pH-balanced and was developed for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Is the cleanser also suitable for oily or blemish-prone skin?
Yes. The foam removes excess sebum and buildup without aggressively drying out the skin. Cleansing that strips away too much oil can further disrupt oily or blemish-prone skin.

What does pH-balanced mean?
The formula was adapted to the skin's slightly acidic environment and clinically tested to ensure it does not alter the skin's natural pH. This places less stress on the skin barrier during cleansing.

Can I use the cleanser morning and evening?
Yes. The Cleanse is gentle enough for use twice daily. In the morning, it removes sebum and residue from nighttime skincare; in the evening, it removes makeup, sunscreen, and the day's buildup.

Do I need a cleansing oil before The Cleanse?
For light everyday makeup and mineral sunscreen, an additional cleanser is usually not necessary. With waterproof, long-lasting, or very intensive makeup, a cleansing oil may be useful as the first step.

Does the cleansing foam have a fragrance?
The Cleanse is formulated without added fragrance. However, a slight natural odor from the raw materials used may still be noticeable.

Is The Cleanse vegan?
Yes. The formula contains no animal-derived ingredients. The product is also cruelty-free and Leaping Bunny certified.