Purpose : Gentle Cleansing Wash

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4.2
373 Reviews

Water, PEG 80 Sorbitan Laurate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG 150 Distearate, Sodium Lauroampho PG Acetate Phosphate, Fragrance, Quaternium 15, Tetrasodium EDTA.

Items marked with orange can be irritating and over-drying, especially to acne-prone skin.

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April 1, 2008

Pros:

This does not overstrip my face or leave it with that "tight" feeling when rinsed off. Takes off almost all of my makeup.

I have very dry/sensitive skin with mild rosacea. Most cleansers are either way too gentle and don't do anything (Cetaphil) or just kill my face. I like the way this smells, feels, and it preps my face well for lotions, etc.
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February 9, 2008

Pros:

It doesn't irritate sensitive skin, it cleans very well without drying out skin, it doesn't cost very much, it's easy to dispense and it's not gooey or sticky, it takes off makeup really well, and it has a pleasant smell.

Cons:

It doesn't clear up acne when used alone.

It works very well when used with Dan's regimen, because it doesn't dry out your skin, but it still cleans your skin well and is very, very gentle so it's great for sensitive skin.
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June 28, 2007

Pros:

Started using it nearly 10 years ago and will not use anything else. It is so gentle, yet really cleans. It doesn't dry me out, though I always follow with their moisturizer. My skin is sensitive to break outs, but this is light AND has SPF!

Cons:

The bottle leaks everywhere when you travel, no matter what you do!

Has been a great product for me and my sensitive skin.
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May 10, 2007

Pros:

i use it every morning and i luuv it!!! it does not leave my skin dry and it's soap-free...

i would only recommend this product to people who have mild acne,and i strongly encourage usage of any other product during the evenings
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August 1, 2014
Skin didn't like it
I gave this product a try because of how high it was rated, but it just wasn't for me. I got a huge breakout and it produced more sebum plugs for me.
December 31, 2012

Pros:

-Smells nice
-Won't make you break out
-Leaves face nice and clean
-Doesn't dry skin out

Cons:

-None

I love this wash. Best face wash I have ever come across. I just wish that it came in large quantities to use as an all over wash.
October 18, 2012

Pros:

Cleans thoroughly
Doesn't clog pores
Leaves skin smooth
Gentle/unabrasive on skin

Cons:

May be drying

I tried this for about a week and didn't like it at all, but I think it was because I was using benzoyl and this, which dried out my skin like crazy. I have stopped using benzoyl and all medications since I am on a natural regime now. (Got tired of chemicals messing up the face and not working). I started using purpose again and it has been working great the second time around. I use two pumps and rub them into a lather before I apply it on my face. I also use salt water to wash my face at least 3 days out of the week. This has helped considerable along with the other natural products I've been using.
August 29, 2012

Pros:

Non-stinging
Gentle
Residue-free
Cleans skin
Pulls out bulled up acne
Clears up cystic acne

Cons:

May develops small heat rash type bumps in your oilest areas but will clear up

I have been purchasing and purchasing soooo many acne face wash, toners and moisterizers! After almost 2 months of spending money with no results I decided to see what this Purpose was about. So glad I did! I think the key with clearing acne is to give your face a break and use sensitive and gentle products that are allergy free, soap free and oil free. Your skin needs to breath and relax from all the strong medincine. I use Purpose and Clinique's moisture intense hydrating moisterizer. I've been using this for not even 1 week and my skin looks sooooo much better. So far so good. I want to relay the message that so far Purpose has given me the best results. Key words "Gentle, Sensitive, Oil free, allergy teste, Hypoallergenic, Soap free".
January 18, 2012

Pros:

I started using this product 3 days ago, and I have notice a significant change in my skin.

Cons:

no bad things to write....

My dermatologist told me to try this product for my sensitive skin issues and my face looks wonderful!!!!
November 22, 2011

Pros:

Everything

Cons:

None

Its cheap (I buy from Amazon). Its everything I needed in a wash. I was using a horrible treatment that I didn't realize was making my skin worse! This cleared me right up (with the benzoyl I purchased from this site and an Olay moisterizer w/ a drop of Jojoba oil) in a month or so. I am 25 y.o. and suffered from acne since high school. I'm serious as a heart attack when I tell you, TRY THIS!