Conclusion
This foaming cleanser stands out for its formulation, which appears to be designed with both cleansing comfort and a healthy skin environment in mind. By combining a non-ionic surfactant as the primary cleansing ingredient with a mildly acidic pH, multiple moisturising amino acids, and ingredients selected with skin condition in mind, it leaves the skin feeling comfortably hydrated immediately after cleansing before transitioning to a naturally fresh, bare-skin feel.
The foam is light and airy yet remarkably fine-textured, becoming gradually denser as it is worked across the face.
It maintained its cushioning effect well during cleansing, helping the foam glide easily across the skin while reducing friction.
Its fragrance-free formula is another notable feature, making it suitable for those who prefer products without added scent.
Note: This review is based on use on normal to oily skin (with oilier T-zone). Those with dry skin may find the finish slightly more on the fresh side.
Skin Finish
Evaluation conditions
This review was conducted after acclimatisation for at least 15 minutes in a controlled environment (22°C ±3°C / 55% ±5% humidity).
Assessment combines sensory experience with interpretation based on ingredient characteristics and formulation design.
The finish felt comfortably hydrated without excessive residue, resulting in a relatively natural skin feel.
The initial moisturised sensation gradually settled over time, transitioning into a fresh, bare-skin-like finish.
Tightness after cleansing was also relatively minimal.
Experience
Foam
The manufacturer's recommended amount of three pumps produced a fine-textured foam.
👉 A well-balanced foam with both lightness and elasticity.
As the foam was worked across the face in circular motions, it gradually became denser and more concentrated.
Dispensing volume was approximately 1.07g per pump, which is relatively generous compared with many foaming cleansers.
During cleansing
The foam spread easily across the face while maintaining a noticeable cushioning effect throughout cleansing.
When rinsing, a slight moisturised feel remained on the skin, making rinse-off speed feel about average.
Key Characteristics
・Light, easy-to-spread foam
・Foam density increases during use
・Maintains cushioning well
・Average rinse-off speed
👉 The combination of lightness and cushioning is one of the product's most distinctive characteristics.
After-feel
・Immediately after cleansing: Hydrated feel
・After 3 minutes: Fresh, bare-skin-like finish
・Tightness: Relatively minimal
👉 The finish transitions from a moisturised feel to a naturally fresh skin texture over time.
How to use
・Use 2–3 pumps
・Rinse thoroughly with water or lukewarm water
Best for
✔ A good fit if you :
・Want to minimise post-cleansing tightness
・Prefer fragrance-free cleansers
・Are interested in formulations designed with healthy skin conditions in mind
・Want both hydration and a natural skin feel after cleansing
✔ Worth noting if you :
・Prefer a strongly refreshing finish
・Prioritise very quick rinse-off
How it’s designed
Why the foam feels the way it does
・Non-ionic surfactant (PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate)
・Amino acid-based surfactants (Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate)
・Anionic surfactant (Sodium Cocoyl Methyl Taurate)
・Amphoteric surfactant (Lauryl Hydroxysultaine)
These cleansing ingredients are used in combination within the formulation.
👉 The formula is built around a non-ionic surfactant, alongside amino acid-based, anionic and amphoteric surfactants. Non-ionic surfactants are generally considered milder towards the skin, while combining multiple surfactant types allows formulators to fine-tune foam quality and cleansing feel. In use, the foam felt light yet maintained a noticeable cushion.
Why the skin feels hydrated after cleansing
・Valine
・Threonine
・Serine
along with six other moisturising amino acids.
In addition, the formula contains:
・Hydrolysed Hyaluronic Acid
・Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
among other moisturising ingredients.
👉 These ingredients may contribute to the hydrated feel and reduced sensation of tightness after cleansing.
Formulation Concept
A formulation designed with a healthy skin environment in mind, incorporating multiple complementary approaches.
In addition to its mildly acidic pH (measured pH 6.0), the formula contains several amino acids that are naturally found within the skin's Natural Moisturising Factor (NMF).
The inclusion of Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate and Phosphoryl Oligosaccharides Ca is also noteworthy. These ingredients have been discussed in relation to maintaining stratum corneum hydration and supporting skin barrier function¹², suggesting a formulation designed with overall skin condition in mind.
In practical use, the cleanser left the skin feeling comfortable, with minimal tightness and a transition from an initially hydrated feel to a natural bare-skin finish.
👉 The defining feature of this product appears to be that it considers not only the act of cleansing itself, but also how the skin feels afterwards.
Appearance & Packaging
The slim bottle design is easy to handle, even with one hand.
Despite its 150mL capacity, it takes up relatively little space around the sink, making it convenient for everyday use.
👉 A simple, practical design that appears well suited to regular daily use.
*Based on measurements across multiple products, foaming cleansers tend to dispense around 1g per pump.
1)https://www.ahs.ajinomoto.com/products/cosme/cosme_6.html
2)https://www.glico.com/nutrition/en/product/finechemical/posca/cos/