Soothing Cleansing Gel is a gentle surfactant and 100% Soap-FREE cleanser. This is an all-around soothing cleanser suitable for all skin types. We wanted to offer a cleanser free of surfactants, soaps, and solvents. Soapnut herb and yucca herbal hydrosol will gently cleanse your skin, while wild cherry bark hydrosol and marshmallow root infusions help soothe your skin. *Due to this product using our fermented preservative Leucidal SF, it can continue to ferment, which lends itself to a fermentation scent. This won't always be present if a batch has just been made. If this is an issue, please ask us to scent it.
Method of Application Dispense about a dime to a nickel-sized amount of cleanser into the palm of your hand. Drip warm or hot water into your palm, then rub your hands together to emulsify. Pat into skin, wipe off gently with a wet, warm cotton or bamboo clean washcloth. Do not massage into your skin. Only cleanse in the A.M. if necessary
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.
Infusion Of: spring water, soapnuts (gentle, natural sudsing herb), marshmallow root (offers a protective barrier for the skin and hydrating) Aloe Vera Gel soothing, healing, inhibits the growth of some bacteria, anti-inflammatory Wild Cherry Bark Hydrosol mildly astringent, hydrating, soothing Yucca Root Hydrosol full of saponins this root has been used by Native Americans as shampoo, to treat hair loss and dandruff while helping to relieve scalp sores Xanthan Gum natural thickener Leucidal SF(Lactobacillus Ferment) non-irritating, effective preservative system for extra protection against yeast and mold, effective at preventing the growth of fungus, specifically yeast and mold, thus providing additional protection for formulations using natural preservatives systems AMTicide® Coconut is created by fermenting Cocos nucifera (Coconut) fruit with lactobacillus to deliver a non-irritating, effective and multifunctional preservative
I've been using this cleanser for several months. Love how gentle it is on my sensitive skin.
Thank you for your kind words, AS!
We're delighted to hear that our Soothing Cleansing Gel suits your sensitive skin so well. We appreciate your continued trust in Garden Of Wisdom Skincare.
Your GoW Crew -ˋˏ ༻❁✿❀༺ ˎˊ-
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Julie
not sure if this is the cleanser for me
Upon doing the cottonball test this item did not clean my face properly for me . I only use jojoba oil and concealer in a few places. I do believe it has quality ingredients, I have mixed it w the Skin Friendly Cucumber cleanser as to make that cleanser more gentle for MY high maintenance skin.
Hi Julie
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our Soothing Cleansing Gel. We apologize that the product did not meet your expectations and we understand that finding the right cleanser for your skin can be a challenge.
We appreciate your feedback and would like to suggest trying our Skin Friendly Cucumber cleanser, which you have already mixed with our Soothing Cleansing Gel. It may be a better fit for your high maintenance skin. We also recommend using a gentle exfoliator occasionally to
help ensure a deep clean.
We strive to provide quality products and we hope to have the opportunity to better serve you in the future.
Again, thank you for your honesty as well,
Markey
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Gianna
It’s love at first slather!
Imagine a softness so exquisite it melts into your skin as if it was always there. This gel really does soothe, and mix in come skin-friendly cucumber cleanser into the mix and you’ve really got the party started! This is the clean you’ve always dreamed of minus the stripped vibe. Excess oil is banished into a distant memory, shining clean skin is the star, and you’re left feeling cool as a cucumber. 0% guilt. 100% pampered. I.Am.Hooked.
Thank you, Gianna!
Your review made our whole team smile, “love at first slather” might just be our new favorite phrase! We’re so happy the Soothing Cleansing Gel is treating your skin (and senses) to the gentle, cucumber-kissed clean you deserve. No dryness, no guilt, just glow.
Here’s to many more moments of feeling cool as a cucumber.
~ Markey & the Garden of Wisdom team
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Cortney Gilbert
Best cleanser for PD!
The only cleanser that really calmed my perioral dermatitis. So gentle and works so well. I think I’m on my third bottle and don’t see myself changing from this cleanser!
Cortney,
Wow ~ thank you! We’re so happy to hear this cleanser has been a game-changer for your perioral dermatitis. Calming and gentle is exactly what we were going for, so it means the world to know it’s making a difference. Third bottle in? That’s the ultimate compliment! 😊 We’re honored to be part of your routine.
Thank you, again, for your beautiful review.
Markey
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Natalie Bajandas
Cleansing Gel
This is a good product, and I'd recommend it for sensitive skin and people who don't wear any makeup.
Hi Natalie! Thank you for the kind review. We appreciate this.
The one ounce bottle with the dropper was a convenient way to refill my bottle with the pump top
The one ounce bottle with the dropper was a convenient way to refill my bottle with the pump top. Absolutely love what this has been doing for my skin.
Thank you, Helen, for your positive feedback!
WE ❤️ to hear that this product is packaged to help you with refills.
It's wonderful to hear you're enjoying the product and find the bottle convenient. Your satisfaction means a lot to us.
Wishing you healthy skin and happiness.
Your GoW Crew ִ໋͙֒
So far my skin likes this after spritzing with hydrosol. Then I mix a little with sweet almond oil to help seal it in. It doesn't clog my pores or make me break out like other products. Thank you!
Hi Karen, thank you for sharing your experience.
We're so grateful you shared your experience that the Progeline™ Peptide Repair Serum works well with your skincare routine.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
Wishing you the very best in your skincare journey,
Markey & Your GoW Crew ִֶָ ࣪ ִֶָ་༘࿐
I just tried the Pomegranate Super Fruit Hydrating Mist. Great scent. Great hydration for use throughout the day.
Thank you for your lovely review, AS! We're so glad you enjoy the Pomegranate Hydrating Mist and find it refreshing throughout the day.
It's kind of amazing how fast skin soaks up hydration when it's needed.
Take good care, and thank you for choosing Garden of Wisdom.
I've been using this cleanser for several months. Love how gentle it is on my sensitive skin.
Thank you for your kind words, AS!
We're delighted to hear that our Soothing Cleansing Gel suits your sensitive skin so well. We appreciate your continued trust in Garden Of Wisdom Skincare.
Your GoW Crew -ˋˏ ༻❁✿❀༺ ˎˊ-
The skin under my eyes is very sensitive and there are not too many products I can tolerate, but this has never bothered me at all. I keep it in the fridge and it's soothing and moisturizing, and does help somewhat with puffiness.
Thank you for your kind words, Tracey
We are happy to hear our Anti-Puffy Eye Serum works well for your sensitive skin and provides the soothing relief you need. We appreciate your support!
Thank you for being such a loyal and long-time customer,
Markey
The one ounce bottle with the dropper was a convenient way to refill my bottle with the pump top
The one ounce bottle with the dropper was a convenient way to refill my bottle with the pump top. Absolutely love what this has been doing for my skin.
Bakuchiol (Sytenol®A) Botanic Facial Oil Booster
Karen Nagamoto
So far my skin likes this after spritzing with hydrosol. Then I mix a little with sweet almond oil to help seal it in. It doesn't clog my pores or make me break out like other products. Thank you!
I just tried the Pomegranate Super Fruit Hydrating Mist. Great scent. Great hydration for use throughout the day.
Super Fruit Hydrating Mist
Andrea Shapiro
Love how gentle it is on my sensitive skin
I've been using this cleanser for several months. Love how gentle it is on my sensitive skin.
Soothing Cleansing Gel 100% Soap Free
Matt Staton
I love this serum so much
I love this serum so much. I have sensitive skin, and use this once a week so it lasts a while, and it makes such a big difference. Smooths lines, cleans pores, and evens skin tone.
Mandelic Acid 5% Serum
Kim
Unclogs pores and smooths bumps
This product has unclogged my pores and smoothed the bumps on my cheeks. I have very sensitive skin and this did not irritate my face. It does not work overnight, you need to stick with it for a while but it worked for me!
Azelaic Acid 8% Serum
Kim
My skin's texture and firmness have improved
I have noticed that my skin's texture and firmness have improved since I have been using this product. The fine lines seem a little smoother and it does not irritate my skin.
Eternal Youth Elixir - Rejuvenation Formula
Lmuir
Superb for Soothing Sunburns
Love this. So simple but effective. I use it daily on my face as it soothes my sensitive skin. Whenever anyone in our family has had too much sun or a sunburn, we use this - it's incredibly soothing and hydrating. Even my picky kiddos happily put it on sun-parched skin.
Aloe Vera Inner Fillet Gel
Natali Hartley
Perfection :)
Love this product!! Especially during summer my skin just thrives with this! Not too thick or rich but leaves my skin happy and moisturized.
Wickedly Rich McDreamy Cream
Magdalena Manion
Work horse in my skin care routine
Work horse in my skin care routine. Have used for years. I spray a few sprays after cleansing on my face, neck, and chest, then use the extra moisture it provides to spread my serum. Resets the ph of my skin, makes everything feel more comfortable, and cost effective. Love it.