Pros Tea tree cleanser is well-known to be good for acne-prone skin. I found this product after getting tired of Korean tea tree cleansers that only have a tiny amount of tea tree extract (while pretending to be highly concentrated) and focus more on marketing with the tea tree name.
Tea tree is a great ingredient for acne-prone skin due to its antibacterial properties. While using pure tea tree oil can potentially cause irritation from improper concentration, using a product formulated by a cosmetics company is a bit safer (as long as it contains sufficient tea tree). This product seems to fit that criteria.
As someone with oily, acne-prone skin, I use this tea tree cleanser when I want to utilize its antibacterial benefits, or the Clear Cleanser from Paula's Choice when I need the BHA exfoliating function. I choose between the two depending on my skin's condition that day and how they fit with my other skincare products. For example, I might use the tea tree cleanser on days when I'm also using the BHA toner to provide extra exfoliation.
As for the product experience, the scent is not great - it has a slightly fishy note compared to the typical refreshing tea tree aroma. But I've gotten used to it, thinking it must be the authentic tea tree fragrance. The finish is smooth and hydrating, not overly squeaky clean, which I was worried about with an overseas purchase. The cleansing power is decent, handling light sunscreen well. The foam is a light, gel-like texture, not completely absent but not overly bubbly either, which I know some people care about.
Even when my skin was irritated, this cleanser didn't cause additional stinging. Overall, it seems to be a mild, daily cleanser that provides gentle antibacterial benefits.
Cons The packaging is a bit inconvenient to use. The 250ml size is neither a pump bottle nor a tube, but rather a somewhat awkward bottle that you have to squeeze to dispense the product.
The purchasing process is also a bit complicated, as it requires an overseas order.
The distinctive tea tree scent has a slightly fishy note, and it lingers for a while even after rinsing off the cleanser.
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