OOTD GREEN PLUM LOW PH CLEANSING GEL 200ML

Values you can trust: 100% Genuine / Fragrance-Free (no Parfum in the declared INCI) / Pregnancy-Safe (no flagged ingredients in the declared INCI) / Halal-Friendly* / Vegan-Friendly* / Cruelty-Free*

Fungal-acne note: we did not run this INCI through a third-party Malassezia database, so we do not print an "FA-Safe" badge. See the Sensory and Chemical Profile section for our manual read of the list.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

*Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit.

If your face feels both shiny and tight an hour after washing, that is a stripped, dehydrated barrier rather than "too much oil" - and it is the situation this kind of cleanser is aimed at.

Pros: low-pH positioning (the brand's name for it, exact value not published); fragrance-free declared INCI; includes a humectant trio (Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol); Centella-derived soothers are present in the list.

Caveats: the main cleansing agent is Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, a strong degreasing surfactant that some dry or sensitive skins find tight; the green plum extract sits low in the list; the exact pH figure is not publicly disclosed.

In Mauritius heat, the "grimy" feeling by midday is mostly sebum and sweat doing their normal job, not dirt. Washing more than twice a day strips the acid mantle (healthy skin sits around pH 4.5-5.5), and skin often answers by producing more sebum, which is the exact oiliness people are trying to remove.

This product's design aims to break that loop in two ways. The brand positions it as a low-pH formula, and the declared INCI pairs a strong surfactant (Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate) with a milder co-surfactant (Coco-Betaine) plus Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate and Panthenol to soften the rinse. The exact pH is not publicly disclosed, so treat "low pH" as the brand's claim rather than a measured number.

If your skin feels tight within 30 minutes of rinsing, use it once a day (evening) and rinse with plain water in the morning.

1. When: evening as your water-based cleanse, and optionally in the morning if you wake up oily.
2. How much: roughly a large pea to a small grape of gel (an estimate of 1.5-2ml) in wet hands.
3. How: lather on damp skin for about 30-60 seconds, rinse with lukewarm water, and pat dry.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Rinse with this cleanser (only if you wake up oily or sweaty; otherwise water alone)
2. Hydrating or soothing toner, for example Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner 250ml
3. Gel moisturizer, for example SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 75ml
4. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++, for example Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics 50ml

Humectants such as Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate perform well on humid Mauritian mornings because they draw water from the air instead of from deeper skin layers. If you are in air conditioning for hours, seal the toner and moisturizer steps with a lightweight cream.

This is a rinse-off product with no photosensitizing ingredient in the declared INCI, so there is no AM restriction. Sunscreen is still non-negotiable for acne marks and redness.

1. If you wore sunscreen or makeup: an oil cleanser first, for example SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ml
2. This low-pH gel cleanser as the second (water-based) cleanse
3. Hydrating or soothing toner
4. Your treatment or serum, if you use one
5. Gel moisturizer

Cleansing in the evening removes the day's sebum, sweat, sunscreen film and particulates before the skin's overnight repair window. If you apply a treatment serum afterward, pat dry fully so it does not dilute on wet skin.

Technique: massage with fingertips for 30-60 seconds so the surfactant has time to lift sebum, then rinse. Cleansing with fingertips rather than a rough washcloth avoids friction on acne-prone skin.

Skin state: apply to damp skin. Gel cleansers spread and rinse better on pre-wetted skin, and the lather is gentler than on dry skin.

Wait times: none required, and do not leave it on as a mask because it is formulated to be rinsed. Keep it away from the eye area.

The brand's own directions mention applying with a cotton pad or hands.

Hands deliver 100% of product. Cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40%. Use hands unless applying as an exfoliant swipe.

The pack closure type is not verified here, so we do not give a per-pump estimate.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global execution rules: viscosity ladder runs thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s; serum layers 30-60s; before sunscreen 10-15 minutes if going outdoors or applying makeup.

Skin state: hydrators best on slightly damp skin; retinoids best on fully dry skin; exfoliating acids on dry or lightly damp depending on irritation, one lane only. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

Default amounts: watery toner or essence 5-8 drops per layer; serum or ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump; eye product half a rice grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas; cream 1-2 peas; occlusive rice grain to pea size; sunscreen 2-finger rule for face (+1 finger for neck).

AM Maximum Stack

1. Rinse / Gentle Cleanse (THIS PRODUCT sits here) (optional) — 1-2 pumps or pea-size gel. Rinse, pat to slightly damp. Use when: oily waking skin, heavy night occlusion, or sweat buildup.
2. pH-Prep / Balancing Toner (optional) — 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s. Comfort + reduce tightness; not mandatory.
3. Hydrating Toner Layers (1-3 layers, optional) — 5-8 drops per layer, wait 10-20s between layers. In high humidity, often 1 layer is enough.
4. Essence (optional) — 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s. Choose either toner layering or essence stacking if you pill easily — not both.
5. Mist / Thermal Water (optional micro-step) — 1-2 light sprays, wait 10s. Use to re-dampen between hydrating layers (avoid soaking).
6. Booster / Soothing Serum (optional — Centella/panthenol/barrier-support) — 2-3 drops or 1 pump, wait 30-60s. Best for redness, sensitivity, post-acne inflammation.
7. Antioxidant Lane (optional, choose ONE): Option A — L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C serum (best on dry skin, 2-3 drops, wait 1-3 min before next step); Option B — gentler antioxidant (derivatives, EGCG, ferulic, etc., damp or dry skin, wait 30-60s). Pick one antioxidant product, not two.
8. Pigment Support Lane (optional, choose ONE — TXA / arbutin / alpha-arbutin / azelaic if AM-tolerated) — 2-3 drops or 1 pump, wait 30-60s. Pigmentation routines fail without daily SPF.
9. Hydration Serum Lane (optional — HA / polyglutamic acid / beta-glucan) — slightly damp skin, 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s. Must be sealed with moisturizer, especially in AC for long hours.
10. Oil-Control / Sebum-Regulating Lane (optional, choose ONE — niacinamide / zinc / succinic) — 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s. Keep gentle if strong actives are used elsewhere.
11. Peptides / Growth-Factor / Repair Lane (optional) — 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s. If using pure LAA, keep peptides in PM if sensitive.
12. Eye Serum/Cream (optional) — ½ rice-grain per eye, wait 10-20s. Before moisturizer unless a very thick eye balm.
13. Moisturizer (gel-cream or cream) — gel 1-1.5 peas / cream 1-2 peas, wait 1 minute before sunscreen if pilling-prone. Humid climate often prefers gel textures.
14. Optional Sealing Layer (only if dry/AC — thin occlusive) — rice-grain to pea-size max, wait 1-2 minutes. Avoid if clog-prone, oily, or fungal-acne-risk.
15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) — 2-finger rule face (+1 finger neck), wait 10-15 minutes before makeup/outdoor sweat. Reapply every 2 hours of sun exposure.
16. Lip SPF (optional but ideal) — 1 swipe, reapply like sunscreen.

In AM, prioritize comfort + SPF adherence over stacking. In high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack

1. Micellar (optional pre-cleanse) — enough to saturate cotton, gentle swipe. Use when heavy makeup, stubborn sunscreen, or sensitive to double-cleanse oils.
2. Oil Cleanser / Balm (if SPF/makeup) — 1-2 pumps or grape-size balm. Massage on dry skin 30-60s → add water to emulsify until milky → rinse. Proceed immediately.
3. Water Cleanser (THIS PRODUCT sits here) (second cleanse) — 1-2 pumps, gentle 30-60s, rinse. Fully dry skin after if using retinoids; otherwise slightly damp is fine.
4. pH-Prep Toner (optional) — 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s. Comfort, reduce tightness.
5. Hydrating Toner Layers (1-3 layers, optional) — 5-8 drops per layer, wait 10-20s. Stop early if it starts to feel tacky.
6. Essence (optional) — 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s.
7. Soothing / Barrier Serum (optional) — 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s. Best for buffering active lanes.
8. Anchor Product (your treatment, if any) (bold placement, always) — use product-type default (serum 2-3 drops / cream 1-2 peas / toner 5-8 drops) unless brand guidance overrides. Wait: if anchor is a retinoid, apply on fully dry skin and wait 2-5 minutes before moisturizer if sensitive; if anchor is an acid/exfoliant, wait 1-3 minutes; otherwise wait 30-60 seconds.
9. Targeted Serum (optional, ONLY if not conflicting) — 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s. Only add if it's a different pathway and doesn't increase irritation.
10. Moisturizer — gel 1-1.5 peas / cream 1-2 peas, wait 1 minute.
11. Sleeping Mask (optional) — thin layer (pea-size to grape-size depending on texture). Use on dry, dehydrated, or barrier-support nights.
12. Occlusive Seal (optional; avoid if clog-prone) — rice-grain to pea-size max. Use when very dry/AC-heavy lifestyle or barrier repair phase.
13. Spot Treatment / Pimple Patch (as needed) — spot gel: rice-grain amount only on lesion; patch: apply on clean, dry skin, press 5 seconds.
14. Lip Sleeping Mask (optional) — thin swipe.

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep 'one lane' per night.

Lane strictness: one lane per routine - Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active; barrier and hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane (barrier/hydration) and reduce layers.

Rung: a rinse-off water-phase gel, so it sits at the very start of any routine, before every toner, serum and moisturizer. The layering rule is thinnest to thickest and water-phase to oil-phase.

Phase compatibility: water-phase cleanser. If you wear sunscreen or makeup, an oil-phase cleanser goes before it, not after.

The 500 Dalton Rule does not change the picture here. Sodium Hyaluronate and Panthenol are in contact with skin for under a minute before rinsing, so expect a brief hydrating feel rather than deep delivery.

A cleanser cannot treat acne on its own. Its job is to avoid making the barrier worse while your other products do the work, so judge it on comfort and consistency rather than on lesions clearing.

Before starting this product, your routine MUST already include: a moisturizer and a daily SPF50+ sunscreen. Without these foundations, this product causes more harm than benefit.

Barrier index gate: if your skin stings on moisturizer, feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, or shows visible flaking, your barrier is below threshold. Start with a gentler cream-type cleanse and a barrier moisturizer first, such as SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 75ml.

Fitzpatrick context: there is no white-cast or tinting issue with a clear cleanser. For deeper skin tones (Types IV-VI) that mark easily, the practical point is to avoid friction and irritation, because inflamed skin tends to leave post-inflammatory dark marks.

Primary targets: removal of sebum, sweat and particulates in humid weather; a gentler end to the wash than a high-pH soap bar. Gluconolactone is a PHA, a larger-molecule polyhydroxy acid that loosens dead-cell cohesion mildly and also holds water.

Secondary: Madecassoside, Asiaticoside and Asiatic Acid are Centella-derived compounds commonly used for soothing, though in a rinse-off product their contact time is short.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pores, it cannot treat active acne by itself, it cannot remove waterproof sunscreen or makeup without an oil cleanser first, and it cannot lighten your natural skin tone. Brand wording about "brightening" should be read as a cosmetic feel from a clean, evenly hydrated surface.

Diet context for blemish-prone skin: high-glycemic diets and dairy are linked in some studies to insulin and IGF-1 changes that raise sebum, so cleansing works best alongside, not instead of, the rest of the routine.

Every recommendation below was looked up in the live Adilsons catalog (active status, stock checked). Stock changes quickly, so each slot lists one primary pick and three alternatives.

Oil cleanser first (PM, when wearing sunscreen or makeup): removes the oil-soluble layer that a water-based gel cannot.

• Primary pick: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ml - a light oil cleanser; PM first step
• Alternative: Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil Mild 200ml - a mild pore-focused oil; PM first step
• Alternative: beplain Mung Bean Cleansing Oil 200ml - a lightweight emulsifying oil; PM first step
• Alternative: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 30ml - travel-size version of the primary pick

Soothing toner or pad (AM/PM): re-hydrates after rinsing and helps with hard-water tightness.

• Primary pick: Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner 250ml - water-based soothing toner; AM and PM
• Alternative: SKINFOOD Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad 250g - calming pad format for a quick swipe
• Alternative: The Face Shop Rice and Ceramide Moisturizing Toner 150ml - ceramide-labelled hydrating toner
• Alternative: Anua Rice 70 + Ceramide Glow Milky Toner 250ml - milky hydrating toner for tighter, drier days

Pilling pairs: a thick silicone-heavy cream applied over a still-wet toner can ball up; wait 60 seconds between layers and pat rather than rub.

This is a conflict-solver for ACTIVE ingredients. If you run multiple actives, use these rules to avoid irritation, deactivation, and barrier damage.

• One Active Lane per routine: in a single AM or PM routine, run only one primary active lane (Retinoid OR Acid Exfoliation OR L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C OR Benzoyl Peroxide OR strong acne lane).
• If you break a rule: do not push through. Reduce frequency, split AM/PM, or alternate nights.
• Barrier override: if moisturizer stings or skin feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, pause all actives and run barrier-only for 3-7 days.
• Retinoids x this cleanser: Gluconolactone is a mild PHA that is rinsed off within a minute, so it can usually share a night with a retinoid. Instead, if your skin is raw, wash with water only on retinoid nights.
• Exfoliating acids x this cleanser: do not stack this with an AHA/BHA toner and a scrub in the same routine. Instead, alternate days (cleanser daily, acid toner 2-3 nights a week).
• Chemical exfoliants x physical scrubs or brushes: never together on the same day. Instead, choose one.
• Benzoyl peroxide wash x this cleanser: double-cleansing with two strong washes over-strips. Instead, use BPO as a leave-on spot treatment and keep this as the single wash.

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep 'one lane' per night.

• One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany.
• If unsure: default to the safest lane = barrier/hydration, and reduce layers.

Template A - AM/PM Split:

• AM: water rinse or this cleanser, antioxidant lane, moisturizer, SPF
• PM: this cleanser, then retinoid OR acid lane, moisturizer

Template B - 4-Night Skin Cycling:

• Night 1: Exfoliation lane
• Night 2: Retinoid lane
• Night 3-4: Recovery (no actives)

This cleanser is used on every night of either template as the base wash.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath. Washing harder does not release it; keep to two washes a day at most.

MYTH: "If it foams and squeaks, it is clean." REALITY: a squeaky feel usually means the skin's surface lipids were removed, which can trigger rebound oiliness.

MYTH: "A low-pH cleanser is automatically gentle." REALITY: pH is only one factor. This one still relies on Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate as the lead surfactant, so how it feels depends on your skin and your rinse time.

MYTH: "Green plum extract in a cleanser treats acne." REALITY: a rinse-off product has under a minute of contact, and the plum extract sits well down the ingredient list.

Many people try DIY lemon or baking-soda washes; both are far from the skin's pH range and can damage the barrier.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 increases during harvest burns, so an evening cleanse matters more in these months to remove particulate film from skin.

Hard water: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region. Hard water can leave a calcium film after cleansing that feels like tightness, so follow with a hydrating toner and moisturizer.

The brand does not publish concentrations for these ingredients, so none are stated here.

*This ingredient appears below the estimated 1% line in the INCI list, suggesting it is present at a trace/sub-efficacious concentration. Its inclusion may be primarily for marketing rather than clinical effect.

*Clinical evidence is based on in-vitro (lab cell) studies only. In-vivo (human skin) results may differ. This does not mean the ingredient is ineffective - it means the evidence tier is lower.

Delivery system: none. This is a rinse-off gel with no encapsulation.

Free acid value: pH not publicly disclosed, so we do not calculate how much Gluconolactone is in its active acid form.

Full INCI list (as reported in public ingredient databases; always compare with the printed box, because formulas can change):

Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Coco-Betaine, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---], Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Gluconolactone, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hexadecene, Tetradecene, Citric Acid, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA.

Fairy dusting: every marketed botanical (green plum, pomegranate, citrus, banana, mango, carrot) and the Centella compounds fall below the estimated 1% line, which we place after Sodium Chloride as an estimate. In a cleanser rinsed within a minute, their effect is more likely to be minimal than meaningful.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol and Hydroxyacetophenone (multifunctional, paraben-free), Ethylhexylglycerin (boosts preservation), with Disodium EDTA as a chelator and Citric Acid for pH adjustment.

• Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free; no Parfum or Fragrance appears in the declared INCI. A retailer listing also labels it fragrance-free.
• Scent: faint, mild; we could not find a verified scent description from the brand.
• Intensity and dissipation: not verified.
• EU 26 allergen screen: none of the 26 listed fragrance allergens (such as Limonene or Linalool) appear in the declared INCI. Citrus peel extracts can contain such compounds naturally, but they are not declared separately.
• Alcohol: no drying alcohol such as Alcohol Denat. is declared; Butylene Glycol and 1,2-Hexanediol are glycols, not drying alcohols.

• Latex-fruit syndrome: Banana extract is among the fruits sometimes linked to latex allergy cross-reactions; if you have a latex allergy, patch test or avoid.
• Mango: belongs to the same plant family as cashew; people with a cashew or mango-skin allergy should be cautious.
• Citrus and witch hazel: known to irritate a minority of sensitive skins.
• Prescription drugs: no specific interaction is documented for a rinse-off cleanser, but if you use prescription tretinoin, adapalene or isotretinoin, ask your dermatologist before adding any new wash.

Halal status: Halal-Friendly*

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan status: Vegan-Friendly*. The brand markets itself as vegan skincare, but we did not find a vegan certificate for this product.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

Cruelty-free: Cruelty-Free*. We could not confirm whether the brand sells in Mainland China retail.

*Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit.

Microplastic status: Microplastic-Free: Yes in the declared INCI (no polyethylene beads or similar polymers listed).

MFDS classification: not confirmed. We did not find evidence that this product is registered as a Functional Cosmetic, so we do not state it as one.

Clinical evidence: no publicly available clinical study on this specific product was found. The ingredient-level evidence (PHA, Hyaluronic Acid, Centella compounds) comes from studies on those ingredients, not this formula.

Evidence confidence: Low for product-specific claims; Medium for the ingredient class. Brand marketing claims such as "soften old dead skin cells" are Marketing-Only* for a rinse-off wash.

*Clinical evidence is based on in-vitro (lab cell) studies only. In-vivo (human skin) results may differ. This does not mean the ingredient is ineffective - it means the evidence tier is lower.

Note: the brand also sells a separate Green Plum cleansing oil and a duo set. This listing is the 200ml gel only.

Fungal Acne Safety: our manual read of the declared INCI found no polysorbates, fatty-acid esters or plant oils, which are the usual Malassezia-feeding categories. Because we could not cross-check against a third-party database, we call it FA-Likely-Safe (unverified) rather than FA-Safe.

Assessment: None. It is rinsed off, so it does not leave a film that can pill.

The only practical risk is rinsing poorly, leaving gel residue that then balls up under the next layer. Rinse for 15-20 seconds, pat dry, and wait before the next layer.

Color baseline: a clear gel. A change to yellow or cloudy suggests spoilage or contamination.

Storage: keep it out of direct sun and away from steamy shower shelves; Mauritian bathrooms regularly pass 30C. A cool cupboard extends life.

Spoilage signs: sour or unusual smell, colour change, separation that will not remix, or visible mold. When in doubt, discard.

1. Inner forearm: lather a small amount, leave 1-2 minutes, rinse, and watch for 24 hours.
2. Behind the ear: repeat for 24 hours.
3. Then begin facial use.

If adverse reaction: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY gentle cleanser + plain moisturizer + mineral SPF. NO acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72h, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty (seek emergency care).

1. Using it as the only cleanser over waterproof sunscreen or makeup.
2. Washing three or four times a day after sweating.
3. Using hot water, which strips more lipids.
4. Skipping moisturizer because the skin is oily.
5. Combining it with a scrub and an acid toner in the same routine.

Overuse threshold: more than twice a day for continuous weeks risks barrier stripping, tightness and rebound oiliness.

Phone hygiene: phone screens carry bacteria; wipe yours before calls if you are breakout-prone.

Usage math: 200ml at about 1.5-2ml per wash (an estimate) is roughly 100-130 washes.

Lifespan: about 7-9 weeks at twice daily, or 14-18 weeks at once daily. Using 2-3 times the recommended amount can halve that without improving cleansing.

Reorder timing: reorder about 2 weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for shipping and stock changes.

A gentle wash is the foundation of a routine that survives Mauritian humidity. This low-pH gel sits at the start of the viscosity ladder, as the water-phase cleanse.

AM:

1. Water rinse or this cleanser
2. Soothing toner
3. Gel moisturizer
4. Sunscreen SPF50+ (2-finger rule)

PM:

1. Oil cleanser (if sunscreen or makeup)
2. This cleanser (30-60 seconds, damp skin)
3. Toner, wait 10-20 seconds
4. Treatment or serum, if any
5. Gel moisturizer, wait 1 minute

If-Then branches:

• If your skin is barrier-compromised right now, use this once a day and add a ceramide-labelled moisturizer.
• If you are in AC all day, stop at one wash and add a toner and sealing cream.
• If you are in your luteal phase and oilier, keep to two washes, not three.
• If you just sweated outdoors, rinse with plain water first.

Moisturizer slot (gel textures suited to humid weather):

• Primary pick: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream 75ml - gel-cream that is fragrance-free per its store page
• Alternative: IUNIK Centella Calming Gel Cream 60ml - centella gel cream
• Alternative: Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Aqua Gel Cream 100ml - hyaluronic aqua gel cream, oil-free
• Alternative: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream 75ml - light gel cream for oilier skin

Sunscreen slot (AM):

• Primary pick: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics 50ml - rice and probiotics sunscreen for sensitive skin
• Alternative: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ml - serum-textured sunscreen
• Alternative: IsNtree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel 50ml - watery gel sunscreen
• Alternative: Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture SunCream 50ml - silky, hydrating sunscreen

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with #OOTD Green Plum Low pH Cleansing Gel, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you want the same low-pH, hydrating-wash idea with a gentler lead surfactant, these catalog options are worth comparing. Each was looked up in the live catalog; stock changes quickly, so we list four.

• Primary pick: Anua Heartleaf Succinic Cleansing Foam 150ml - brand-stated pH 5-6; amino-acid and amphoteric surfactants in its INCI
• Alternative: Etude Soonjung 5.5 Foam Cleanser 150ml - pH 5.5 per name and retailers; isethionate-based
• Alternative: Medicube PDRN Hydrating Gel Cleanser 200ml - low-pH gel per brand; exact value not disclosed
• Alternative: IsNtree Hyaluronic Acid Low-pH Cleansing Foam - low-pH foam per its title; we did not review its INCI

The honest trade-off: this OOTD gel adds Gluconolactone (PHA) and Centella compounds, but leads with a more degreasing surfactant than the amino-acid options.

Choose #OOTD Green Plum Low pH Cleansing Gel over a milder amino-acid foam if you need a stronger degreasing wash with a built-in PHA and soothing extracts.

Upgrade triggers:

• If you are reactive-oily with midday shine, then a degreasing wash may feel better.
• If you are in a humid, sweaty week, then this is useful.
• If your skin feels rough and congested, then the PHA adds a mild smoothing effect.
• If you dislike scented products, then the fragrance-free INCI matters.
• If your barrier is compromised or you are over-exfoliated, then do not upgrade yet; repair barrier first.
• If you are dry, then do not upgrade; choose a milder amino-acid cleanser.

Timing: AM and PM, always before toner. It does not occupy an active lane; use damp skin.

Don't upgrade if: your barrier is below threshold; you have dry or eczema-prone skin; you already wash with an acid cleanser; you cannot commit to moisturizer and sunscreen.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, THIS is worth choosing. If not, the alternative is sufficient and safer. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: daily water-based low-pH gel cleansing. You do NOT need this if you already own a low-pH gel or foam cleanser that does not leave your skin tight. Finish your current product before purchasing.

Audit prompt: check your bathroom for any open cleanser. A cleanser's period after opening is typically 6-12 months, so buying new while an old one is still good is waste.

Stacking assessment: No Benefit if you use another daily foam or gel cleanser. Significant Benefit if you are adding it as a second cleanse after an oil cleanser.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors - primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick checks: compare the INCI printed on the box to the list in this page, check the batch code and open-jar PAO symbol, and confirm the seal is intact. We have not catalogued OOTD-specific counterfeit markers; the Authenticity page lists the general checks.

The brand's founder is named in its own materials as Hellen Choo, who has a PhD in design theory. The name is a play on "outfit of the day", reframed as "Oxygen of the Day": skincare as essential as breathing.

It targets Gen Z and millennial shoppers with sensitive skin and was named a finalist in seven categories at the 2025 Pure Beauty Global Awards, according to a trade-press report. That is an industry nomination, not a clinical endorsement.

We searched for reviews of this exact product on Reddit, Amazon, YesStyle and Olive Young Global. Community reviews for this specific product were not available to us in a form we could verify at the time of writing, so we are not paraphrasing any individual review.

The one independent source we did find was a single beauty-blog write-up, which described it as an effective replacement for a discontinued cleanser. That is one person's experience, so treat it as anecdotal.

Descriptions that appear on retailer pages are consistent with each other: a thick clear gel, a light foam, easy rinse, and a little goes a long way. Those are product descriptions, not independent evidence.

The most common point of caution in ingredient-based commentary is the lead surfactant, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, which some assessments consider drying for sensitive skin and others consider acceptable in rinse-off use.

Sustainability: recycling instructions and refill status are not disclosed. Empty the bottle and check your local collection point.

Is this a sulfate cleanser?

Its lead surfactant is Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, which is chemically a sulfonate, not a sulfate such as SLS. It is still a strong anionic degreaser, so some retailers' "sulfate-free" labels should be read with care.

Is it fragrance-free?

The declared INCI has no Parfum or Fragrance entry, and a retailer listing labels it fragrance-free. Citrus peel extracts are present, which can carry a faint natural scent.

Can I use it to remove makeup or sunscreen?

No, we would not rely on it alone. We did not find a makeup-removal claim for it, so use an oil cleanser first on days you wear sunscreen or makeup.

Is it fungal-acne safe?

Our manual read found no obvious Malassezia-feeding ingredients, but we could not confirm with a database, so it is not certified FA-safe. If you are FA-prone, patch test.

Can I use it morning and night?

Yes, if your skin tolerates it. If your skin feels tight, use it once in the evening and rinse with water in the morning.

Acid mantle

The skin's thin, slightly acidic surface film (pH about 4.5-5.5) that helps keep the barrier healthy.

Surfactant

A cleansing agent that lets water lift oil and dirt away.

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

A strong foaming and degreasing surfactant.

Coco-Betaine

A milder coconut-derived co-surfactant.

PHA (Gluconolactone)

A gentle exfoliating acid that also attracts water.

Humectant

An ingredient that holds water, such as Glycerin.

Sodium Hyaluronate

The salt form of hyaluronic acid, a water-holding molecule.

Centella

A plant whose compounds, like Madecassoside, are used for calming.

INCI

The standard ingredient naming system used on labels.

Barrier

The outer skin layer that keeps water in and irritants out.

Fungal acne

Small uniform bumps caused by Malassezia yeast, not bacteria.

PAO

Period after opening, the months a product stays good once opened.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

Source of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.

Store Policies: For the most up-to-date information, please review our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy.

Best for: oily, combination or blemish-prone skin in a humid climate that wants a fragrance-free, low-pH-positioned daily wash with a mild PHA and soothing Centella compounds.

Key benefits: fragrance-free declared INCI; humectant trio (Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol); a mild PHA; no oils, silicones or drying alcohols in the declared list.

Keep in mind: the lead surfactant is a strong degreaser; the exact pH, concentrations and MFDS status are not disclosed; and we found no verifiable product-specific community reviews.

Hard water interaction: neutral to slightly helpful. Gluconolactone and Citric Acid are mild, but they will not fully counter calcium film; a hydrating toner afterward does the real work.

Particulate removal: during the July-November sugar cane burning season, an evening wash is the simplest way to remove PM2.5 adhesion from skin.