CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser Review

Your skin, the biggest organ of your body, is constantly exposed to external free-radical-causing agents.

Pollution, cigarette smoke, and the sun are some of them.

They take away an electron from molecules in the skin, causing damage at a cellular level. This then results in premature aging in the form of saggy skin, hyperpigmentation, and fine lines, among others.

Thankfully, there is a way to arrest and reverse the effects of free radicals in your system. We call them antioxidants! By the name itself, we can guess that they help in countering the oxidation process. They are commonly found in foods and liquids-rich in vitamins A, C, E, and D.

And if you have heard of antioxidant creams, serums, and lotions being marketed in a variety of platforms, then you’ve just gotten another way to pack on antioxidants and address free-radical-causing agents from the outside.

But did you know that it’s not enough for skincare products to be just rich in antioxidants? Studies show that products with strong ingredients can be just as damaging, stripping your skin of good oils and altering the skin’s natural acidity.

So, if you’re looking for a facial cleanser, then you’d want one that ticks off both departments.

Well, it must be your lucky day for we will introduce to you the CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser, which presents itself as an antioxidant blend that’s effective enough to clean your face from makeup and environmental pollutants, yet it is gentle enough to be used on sensitive skin.

So, without further ado, get to know the CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser:

Features

• Science and botanical ingredients

The CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser harnesses the power of science and nature to cleanse effectively as well as help restore the skin’s elasticity and smoothen fine lines.

It has hydrating and humectant herbal amaranth, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial sandalwood, and refreshing and revitalizing grapefruit oil. It is great for hyperpigmentation, acne, redness, sensitive skin, dehydration, under-eye circles, fine lines, and wrinkles.

• Gentle formulation

This light, foaming cleanser facial cleanser effectively removes heavy metals, environmental pollutants, and makeup, yet it stays gentle on the skin.

It may be used by those with sensitive skin or those who have just undergone facial treatments.

• Suitable for all skin types

Got dry or sensitive skin? No worries! The CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser is formulated for a range of skin types, from dry to oily skin and anything in between.

It can be used day and night for gentle cleansing.

• Fragrance- and sulfate-free product

Did you know that sulfates typically found in beauty products are the same ingredient found in oven and car cleansers?

Thankfully, they are not present in the CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser. Neither are fragrances and other harsh ingredients that can strip your skin of its natural oils and protective barrier.

• 5-ounce pump bottle

The product is stored in a pump bottle that holds five ounces of the gentle antioxidant formula. This gives you full control of how much you need.

A little can go along way with this facial cleanser.

Pros

• Rich in antioxidant ingredients
• May be used with a range of skin types
• Gentle enough for sensitive skin
• Cleans well without drying the skin
• A small amount can work a great lather.
• Easy access via the pump bottle

Cons

• May not work with your skin
• A bit pricey

Summary

The CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser is a fragrance- and sulfate-free makeup remover and facial cleanser that works across all skin types. The herbal amaranth, sandalwood, and grapefruit oil in it offer more than just cleansing capabilities but also soothing and hydrating powers. It comes in a super convenient pump bottle.

Comparison

• First Aid Beauty Face Cleanser

If you liked the CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser but held back by its price, then the First Aid Beauty Face Cleanser offers you a cheaper alternative.

You can almost get two 5-ounce tubes of the First Aid Beauty Face Cleanser for what you’re about to pay for the product-in-review.

It is also an antioxidant botanical blend that’s fragrance- and sulfate-free. This pH-balanced cleanser removes dirt, makeup, oil, and grime without drying your skin or altering your skin’s natural acidity. Its star ingredients are calming and soothing aloe vera and allantoin.

Unlike the easy-to-use dispensing system of the CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser, this skin care product is encased in a plastic tube bottle. This makes stashing it in your purse or travel luggage easy and convenient.

• Cicamed Organic Science Antioxidant Facial Cleanser

Offering a middle ground in terms of price point between the product-in-review and the First Aid Beauty Face Cleanser is the Cicamed Organic Science Antioxidant Facial Cleanser.

Its 5.1-ounce offering is packaged in a plastic bottle that’s not as convenient as the pump bottle used by the product-in-review. Nevertheless, it’s an antioxidant formulation that works as a facial cleanser and makeup remover just like the CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser.

It’s also non-stripping and non-drying that it can be used mornings and evenings.

Its key ingredients include calming and soothing aloe vera and witch hazel, free-radical-fighting green tea, moisturizing lactic acid, and refreshingly fragrant blood orange oil.

Verdict

If you’re searching for a gentle facial cleanser, then the CosMedix Benefit Gentle Cleanser is worth a try. It has antioxidant ingredients that fight a range of skin problems, from hyperpigmentation and redness to fine lines and acne.

You’ll also love that it also effectively removes makeup, which is not something that all facial cleansers can do.

While it is definitely more expensive than most facial cleansers on the market, it may be the one that will finally work for your particular body chemistry.

But as with most skin products that claim to be suitable for all skin types, you’ll never know if it’s a match for you unless you give it a try.

If it works for you, then the price may be well worth it, considering that it takes care of the stress of dealing with a range of skin problems and saves you a trip to a dermatologist.