KLAIRS - Gentle Black Facial Cleanser 140ml

Step two of double cleansing has a quiet job description: finish what the oil started, without undoing the gentleness. The Gentle Black Facial Cleanser is a low-pH, creamy-dense wash that removes remaining oil, dirt, and makeup traces and rinses to a hydrated finish — mild enough to be the entire morning cleanse, thorough enough to close out the evening one.

Why It Works

The two words that matter are low pH. Skin sits slightly acidic, and cleansers that respect that zone clean without triggering the tight, squeaky aftermath of alkaline foams — the single most common cleansing mistake. The dense, creamy texture cushions the skin during massage, lifting impurities gently instead of scrubbing them off, which is why it stays comfortable even twice a day on sensitive skin.

How to Use

Evenings: lather after your cleansing oil as the second step of a double cleanse. Mornings: use alone — skin that only slept does not need the full two-step treatment. Massage, rinse lukewarm, done. The complete method lives in our double cleansing guide.

Who It’s For

Every skin type that wants clean without tight — and sensitive skin especially. It pairs natively with either Gentle Black oil (Fresh or Deep) for the classic KLAIRS cleansing duo, and hands skin over perfectly prepped for the Supple Preparation Toner. Compare second-step options in Korean cleansers.

FAQ

Why does low pH matter in a cleanser?

Because skin is naturally slightly acidic, and washing it with alkaline foam disrupts that balance — the tight, squeaky feeling is the barrier complaining. A low-pH cleanser gets skin clean while leaving the balance intact.

Can it be my only cleanser?

In the morning, yes. In the evening it works best as step two after an oil — a water-based cleanser alone struggles with modern sunscreen and long-wear makeup.

Is it drying for sensitive skin?

It is built for the opposite: creamy texture, hydrating finish, and gentle enough for twice-daily use. If any cleanser has ever left your face tight, this is the correction.

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