No nonsense cleanser!
This product is great! It doesn’t have a strong fragrance which I prefer and gets the job done!
The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser 50ml SIZE: 50ml 4.4 of 697 reviews
SIZE: 50ml
4.4 of 697 reviews
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Ever had a reaction to a cleanser? The Ordinary have designed a cleanser designed to complement all routines and all skin types. Inspired by the efficacy of oil cleansers, The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser uses a blend of squalane and skin-similar esters for a more gentle, more smoothing effect, especially compared to your average cleanser.
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- Artificial Fragrance Free
- Vegan
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- Dry
- Normal to dry
- Normal to oily
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The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser 50ml Reviews
4.4 of 697 reviews
88% recommend this product
Most Helpful Criticism
Underwhelming
Didn't irritate my sensitive skin but I found this cleanser didn't give me that fresh and clean feeling that you expect after using a cleanser
No nonsense cleanser!
This product is great! It doesn’t have a strong fragrance which I prefer and gets the job done!Very effective
Love this cleanser, I use this day and night and have been repurchasing.Great for sunscreen removal
I use this as a first step in a double-cleanse, and it's really good to remove sunscreen and makeup. It leaves skin feeling really soft afterwards!I'm addicted
It cleans really well & feels so silky on my mature skinGood, but not great.
This balm worked well as a first cleanse to remove makeup and spf, and coming in a tube, it's very convenient for travelling. It hasn't caused me to breakout and I love that it's emulsifying when mixed with a bit of water. But I feel like for the price, there are definitely other oil/ balm cleansers that will do the same job for a better price/ value.Affordable
I love this affordable cleanser, and find that nothing really compares when it comes to removing makeup - even after one wash! Also fragrance free (thank you!) so fine for my sensitive skin, and not overly stripping.Affordable
Such a great and affordable cleanser option - I highly recommend! 😇 Works great on my very dry skin.Perfect Facial wash
Just got it and just tried it. After using it my face glows just right after I washed my face. I'm glad I found it coz I have very sensitive skin it's perfect for me.Go-To Cleanser
Leaves my skin feeling super clean without being drying. Have noticed less breakouts since using.Good
Not bad .. I didn’t have any breakouts with this cleanser . It doesn’t foam much but it cleans wellA travel go-to
I’ve always liked this. It’s gentle and never drying. A great size for travel too.Simple and non-irritating
My sensitive, dry and flaky skin loves this simple cleanser. Doesn't overly strip the skin which I love.Yes!!
Such an easy favourite it’s so simple but sooo effective! Also the perfect beginner cleanser if your new to skincare and don’t know where to start. No matter what the skin type you have to give this one a goGreat affordable cleanser
A basic but a goodie!Simply amazing, but overpriced
I LOVED using this for double cleansing. It melts my makeup off so well and preps my skin to be cleansed in the second phase. I seriously do love it so much BUT the size and price makes me disappointed. Amazing product though!Terrific all rounder at the right price
A great general cleanser. Basic but great. The price is definitely right.Amazing
Not only is this inexpensive, but it also removes all my makeup and sunscreen. It worked so well I bought the super size.Love! Love!
It’s my go to balm cleanser. I’ve tried other ones but always come back to this one. It’s good value for money.Gentle
Very gentle on my extremely sensitive skin. Although if you’re wearing makeup you would probably need to double cleanse otherwise this is perfectamazing product
the best cleanser I've ever used, and it helps take off makeup, such as mascara or other products so easily! I will always repurchase!Nice! Great for sensitive skin
A nourishing, gentle cleanser. Love itReview
Decent but doesn’t really do much. Didn’t help my skin but also didn’t break me out and I have very sensitive skin.Basic but good
Good for the lower price point, its a simple and non irritating formula, but there a few others at a similar price point that I personally prefer as they cleanse a bit better.Okay for the price
This is an okay cleanser for the price. I don't think it was great at removing all makeup residue .Great
Gentle yet effective formula. Highly recommend this cleanser. I use this as apart of my double cleanse routine. I use a cleansing balm or oil first to remove most of my makeup. Followed by this cleanser. This double cleansing step is extremely effective at removing most if not all of my makeup. Leave my skin feeling very soft.Good as a first cleanse
I liked this as a first cleanse, it removed my sunscreen and light bb cream. Not great with mascara. So I use separate eye make up remover. Brand is great and affordable.Best cleanser
Best cleanser i have ever usedNice product, but not my favourite
A good cleanser to use if you're patient and can wait for it to warm in your hands. I'm not sure that I would buy it again though as I think there are other cleansers better suited to my skin.A little greasy
I'm not used to this type of cleanser. It does not foam or bubble. I know that oil based cleansers are more popular and they probably moisturise your skin better than the foaming ones, but I can't help but feel that my skin isn't as 'clean'. I don't have that fresh feeling after cleansing that I usually do. I've been using this product for a month or two and my skin seems happy enough, but I can't...Read MoreIdeal for Double Cleanse!!
This cleanser is so good especially in combination with foam/gel. Always removes all makeup and leaves skin still feeling hydrated.Great cleanser
Ive had no issues with this cleanser being too harsh or interacting with other productsFantastic makeup remover!
I definitely wouldn't use this as my everyday cleanser as after using it my skin is left feeling quite oily. BUT when I'm wearing make, I do a double cleanse and start with this and it melts the make-up right off my face! Even mascara. I've found the lighter, gel, foam cleansers just don't do the trick. I then follow with a different cleansing product so that my skin feels nice and fresh. I'm sure...Read MoreLove it
Very gentle and effective cleanser. Would recommend.Luxurious feeling
I love this - it goes on very thick and emollient and feels luxe to me - but also a hydrating cleanser that gets everything off!Perfect cleanser for dry skin
This is the perfect cleaner for dry skin and people that like oil cleansers but don't like the mess of them. A lovely texture and does the job perfect for the price.Great
works really well to get makeup and SPF off. Decent priceGood makeup remover.
This will get rid of all your makeup effortlessly, without excessive scrubbing.more of a makeup remover than a cleanser
nonetheless, amazing product. only annoying thing is the residue it leaves behind.Melts!
This incredible oil cleanser easily removes sunscreen and makeup. I dont have to scrub at my face, I just let this product do the hard work while I gently swish it around. A gentle product that is kind to my dry skin.Gentle on the skin
I found the cleanser really gentle on th3 skin and it didn't cause drying of the skin. However, I have oily skin and I found it didn't remove all of the dirt of my skin and I needed to re-cleanse twice to remove the excess dirt.Really good!
Hey i used this for a while. Really gentleNo mess cleanser that works
Didn't know what to expect but this cleanser is so handy! Takes makeup off easily with the oil feeling and then washes away with minimal foam or that soapy feeling. Will definitely be repurchasing.Best!
Used along with other Ordinary products, I have actually managed to make my pores less visible!!Love this cleanser!
This initially goes on as a cream and then becomes an oil cleanser!! Take note because I was a bit caught off when I got it. You don't use water with it until you wash it off. I love it but it's slightly unaffordable for the tiny tube.Nice
A nice gentle and affordable cleanserDoes the job
Average cleanser, dried my skin out a little and my face didn't feel super cleansed after.Really gentle and great at removing makeup
This is a great gentle cleanser for every day use and even works well if you double cleanse. Removes makeup really well tooGreat product
I havent found anything from this brand that I didnt love. It's a simple cleanser, and works as a nice clean cleanser. No fancy extras, but that's not what this brand is about. I would recommend.Such a great cleanser!
Such a good cleanser! Takes a bit of getting used to as you put it on dry skin but it does such a good job. Removes all make up and leaves my skin feeling hydrated and not tight like some other cleaners do. I have dry sensitive skin and this cleanser works beautifully. Definitely recommended!Nice
Best affordable cleanser on the marketGood
continue to buy this it is soo goodBest affordable cleanser on the market
I have oily/combination skin and my skin loves this cleanser! Starts off creamy and dissolves into an oil, it's gentle but effective, getting off the day's SPF or makeup and not being too stripping.it is ok
it was an ok cleanser but it was nothing special, there are better ones out there I thinkBest cleanser!
I switched to this about two years ago and the difference a good, basic cleanser like this makes is huge! Such a great price point, non irritating and really lovely to use.Like
does a great jobGreat
I continue to buy this it is soo good. Great price is a plusGood
fresh and clean feelingGreat
really does a great job of re-balancing my skinThe Best
I love this cleanser and repurchased without hesitation. The formula melts and breakdowns makeup as you massage it in. It doesn't leave residue from eyeshadow and mascara. I have previously used a similar product from another brand which was 10x the price, but The Ordinary cleanser works exactly the same. Personally I massage the product into my face and wash it off using a damp muslin cloth.Good
Felt nice to use and did a good jobGreat
does a great job of re-balancing my skin.Ok
Didn't irritate my sensitive skinDecent cleanser
Helps remove grime and makeup. Not irritating at all.Good
give me that fresh and clean feelingGreat Gentle Cleanser
I use this as my second cleanse and it really does a great job of re-balancing my skin. I stopped using it for a while to try another clenser and I really noticed a difference so I'll keep purchasing itGood
fresh and clean feeling that you expect after using a cleanserLovely
Felt nice to use and did a good job.Good
Didn't irritate my sensitive skinLovely
Product delivered as promised. Felt nice to use and did a good job. Will purchase again.Well done
smoothing effectLove
this is such a treat on my skin. Makes me feel hydrated and clean. I have purchased a few of these so far!Average.
I can't really tell the major differences between this cleanser and other ones too much. This is a very gentle yet moisturising cleanser which I feel is great for people with wear no makeup. I think people who wear heavy makeup may not achieve the best cleanse with this product.Must
The cleanser i am using everyday, good clearUm
Not overly effective. Always feels I need to double cleanse. Does not leave my skin feeling squeaky clean.Good
This works best with a foaming cleanserGreat for first cleanse
Love this for my first cleanse - taking off makeup, sunscreen or if i'm just extra oily that day. I'll definitely continue to repurchaseFeels luxurious
I love the 'feel' of this cleanser on the skin, it's more oily than a traditional cream cleanser, so it's great for cleansing off makeup. It's one of the few cleansers I like to massage into my skin that makes me feel relaxed and fancy.Great at removing sunscreen
This cleanser is great at removing sunscreen (even stubborn zinc). I have oily skin so I follow it up with a foaming cleanser, however my partner and mum who have dry skin prefer to use it on its own. My only complaint is that it is a little pricy for how much product you get - especially for The Ordinary! There are many oil cleansers that do the same or better, for a lower price.Terrific
I do love this cleanser. For an unbeatable price, skin will feel cleansed and softened, without a tight stripped feeling. I appreciate the ample does of squalane to hydrate and ensure the skin is not stripped. You really cannot go wrong with this cleanser.Love it - great first cleanse, doesn't try the skin
I bought this and fell in love with it so then bought it for my best friend and mum as gifts and they love it too. It it gentle and removes make up and sunscreen from the day. You definitely need a second cleanse after but I love the way it starts thick and turns thin as you work it on your skin. Not irritating or drying which is great. And the price is great too!very gentle surface level cleanser
I found this cleanser was good in the morning however its a very surface level cleanser. It is a great first cleanser for those who do a double cleanse. Great smell.Does the trick
At first I thought this was terrible as I did not read the box and wasn't aware y were meant to use it on a dry face!! but it does such a good job of getting my makeup off. Great first cleanser if you are into a double cleanse.Gentle & effective
The squalene cleanser is not only great to remove makeup but it didnt irritate my very dry sensitive skin. I use it as one of my double cleansers to remove makeup and dirt, and it leaves you skin feeling very hydrated and clean without feeling stripped.Great for double cleansing
Easy to use but can sometimes leave a residue. This works best with a foaming cleanserGood cleanser!
I use this twice a day, once in the day and once at night. There's not much to say about this product except that it gets the job done!Not my fav
Not overly effective. Always feels I need to double cleanse. Does not leave my skin feeling squeaky clean.Does a good job
I don't get how other brands can be super expensive! Because for a fraction of price, this cleanser does the same job. I would repurchase.Non drying
I like the cleansers that are not stripping on the dry and sensitive skin and this cleanser is just about right. It is very hydrating and cleans wellMy Go-To Morning Cleanser
This cleanser is amazing as a light, morning cleanser that is hydrating, gentle and non-irritating. I wouldn't use it at night as it's not the best product at removing stubborn make up, but is a fantastic product regardless.Too harsh on my skin
Leaves my skin very hydrated and glowing at first but a day later my skin always peels/flakes. This rough texture takes a while to disappear afterwards. Unfortunately this product might be too strong for my skin.Great
Its pretty good so far so Im pretty happyGet the large
This is a product that can be used as step one of a two-step cleansing routine. I use it on days when I'm wearing heavier makeup and I like to use a foaming or gel cleanser afterward. It definitely breaks down and works wonders as that first step but as others have said it leaves an oily residue on the skin that I like to rinse off. I've since stocked up on the larger size and this will be a stap...Read MoreBudget friendly double cleanse
Great as the first step when double cleansing. Doesn't leave an oily residue behind so suitable to oily/combo skin types. Will be investing in the supersize cleanser! Not as expensive as some other brands but still great results. I get best results when I use this and then follow up with my regular face wash - skin doesn't feel too oily nor does it feel dry and stripped of moistureGreat makeup remover
This does such a good job at removing my makeup/sunscreen! Great budget option, have repurchased multiple times already and will continue to do so!Leaves face feeling clean and fresh
Easy to use, I find a little bit goes a long way. After cleaning face feels very clean and fresh without drying your face out.Affordable and cleanses well
Cleanses really well for the price. Worked well with my oily skin. I like to use moisturiser after because oils do go awayPerfect for double cleanse
Removes my EL Doublewear without stripping the skin, holy grail!Works well
Did not see huge effect but the price is affordable and it did the jobGreat cleanser
I suffered from dry skin and this cleanser didn't dry my skin at all, infact it leaves it hydrated. Only downfall is you have to use quite a bit to remove makeup, I will purchase the supersize next time.a good introduction to oil cleansers
I swapped to this from another oil based cleanser as it is a very affordable option - however I felt that I needed to use a lot of product each time I washed my face especially if I was wearing make up. I also feel that it did not remove all of my make up ready for my second cleanse. If you are looking for something affordable this is a good option, however there are definitely better ones out th...Read More
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