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Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser

Name: Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser
Brand: Colorescience
SKU: COL109
Price: 49.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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A fragrance-free gel cleanser that removes mineral sunscreen and makeup in one step while keeping the skin barrier balanced and hydrated.

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Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser is a fragrance-free gel cleanser that removes makeup and mineral sunscreen in a single step while actively supporting the skin's barrier and microbiome. Rather than simply cleaning, it leaves skin balanced, hydrated, and intact after every use.
If your skin is sensitive, barrier-compromised, or prone to redness and dryness, this cleanser was built with you in mind. It is thorough enough to break down mineral sunscreen and full-coverage makeup without the stripping effect that traditional cleansers can cause.
It is also an excellent fit for anyone who wears Colorescience mineral SPF daily and has struggled to find a cleanser that removes it fully in one step. No double cleansing, no residue, no compromise.
This cleanser works across all skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin that still needs a gentle, non-disruptive formula. If your skin has been through a treatment, procedure, or period of overuse of actives, this is a reliable way to restore balance at the cleansing step.
Apply to completely dry skin before introducing any water. This gives the surfactants a chance to bind to oils, sunscreen, and makeup first, so when you add water to emulsify, everything lifts away cleanly without needing a second cleanse.
Prepare: Apply to dry skin before wetting your face.
Apply: Dampen your fingertips with warm water and begin working the cleanser into the skin.
Technique: Massage in circular motions for two full minutes to fully dissolve makeup and sunscreen, then rinse thoroughly with warm water or remove with a warm, damp cloth.
Frequency: Use morning and evening as your complete cleansing step.
Key Ingredients

Prickly Pear Cactus Extract: Antioxidant-rich, hydrating ingredient that supports the skin’s NMF (natural moisturizing factor), smooths the skin, and strengthens the barrier.
Grapefruit: High in vitamin C and potassium, promotes blood flow to the skin while providing antioxidant, antibacterial, and exfoliating properties.
Glycerin: Provides long-lasting, intense moisture retention.
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate: Probiotic that balances the skin’s microbiome, slows bacteria growth, and stimulates new cell growth to promote healing with superior soothing effects.

Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Methyl Glucose Caprate/Caprylate/Oleate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropylamine Oxide, Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate, Propanediol, Glycereth-18, Lactobacillus Ferment, Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate, Decyl Glucoside, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Citric Acid, Sorbitan Laurate, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol.
Can Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser actually remove mineral sunscreen on its own?

Yes, that is one of its primary design purposes. Mineral sunscreen, particularly zinc oxide-based formulas, can be difficult to remove with standard cleansers. The surfactant blend in Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser is specifically selected to break down mineral SPF in a single cleanse. The key is applying it to dry skin first and massaging for a full two minutes before rinsing.

Is Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser safe for sensitive or reactive skin?

It is formulated with sensitive skin as a priority. The formula is fragrance-free and relies on mild, skin-compatible surfactants rather than harsh detergents. Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract adds a soothing, conditioning element, and lactobacillus ferment helps support the microbiome balance that sensitive skin often lacks. It can be used twice daily without compromising the skin's barrier.

What does lactobacillus ferment do in Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser?

Lactobacillus ferment is a probiotic-derived ingredient that supports the skin's microbiome, the ecosystem of beneficial bacteria that helps regulate barrier function, immunity, and inflammation. When the microbiome is disrupted by harsh cleansers or environmental stressors, skin becomes more reactive and prone to dryness. Including it in a cleanser means you are reinforcing microbial balance every time you wash.

Why is it important to apply Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser to dry skin?

Surfactants are most effective when they can bind directly to oils, sunscreen, and makeup before water is introduced. Applying to dry skin first gives the formula time to attach to what it needs to remove. When you then add water and emulsify, everything lifts away more thoroughly. Skipping this step can reduce how effectively the cleanser removes mineral SPF and heavier makeup.

Does Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser exfoliate the skin?

It offers very gentle exfoliation through citrus paradisi (pink pomelo) fruit extract, which contains naturally occurring enzymes and mild fruit acids. This is not an exfoliating cleanser in the traditional sense and will not replace a dedicated AHA or BHA treatment. Instead, it supports healthy cell turnover gradually with regular use without causing sensitivity.

Can Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser be used after skin treatments or procedures?

Because it is fragrance-free, free of harsh surfactants, and formulated to support rather than disrupt the skin barrier, it is often a good choice during post-procedure recovery when the skin needs extra care. That said, every treatment is different, so always follow your provider's specific post-care guidelines for your situation.

How long does Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser typically last?

At 5 oz with a pump dispenser, the formula is designed to provide approximately a 60-day supply based on twice-daily use. The pump format also helps control how much product is dispensed each use, which reduces waste and keeps that estimate consistent.

Why buy Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser from Art of Skin Care?

Art of Skin Care is an authorized retailer of Colorescience, so every product you receive is 100% authentic, sourced directly through official brand channels and never from third-party resellers. Our team is made up of licensed, acne-certified estheticians who hand-select the products we carry based on real skin science and professional results. We don't just sell skincare; we understand it. Not sure if Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser is right for your skin? Get a free skincare consultation and one of our estheticians will personally guide you.

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Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser is a fragrance-free gel cleanser that removes makeup and mineral sunscreen in a single step while actively supporting the skin's barrier and microbiome. Rather than simply cleaning, it leaves skin balanced, hydrated, and intact after every use.

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Can Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser actually remove mineral sunscreen on its own?

Yes, that is one of its primary design purposes. Mineral sunscreen, particularly zinc oxide-based formulas, can be difficult to remove with standard cleansers. The surfactant blend in Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser is specifically selected to break down mineral SPF in a single cleanse. The key is applying it to dry skin first and massaging for a full two minutes before rinsing.

Is Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser safe for sensitive or reactive skin?

It is formulated with sensitive skin as a priority. The formula is fragrance-free and relies on mild, skin-compatible surfactants rather than harsh detergents. Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract adds a soothing, conditioning element, and lactobacillus ferment helps support the microbiome balance that sensitive skin often lacks. It can be used twice daily without compromising the skin's barrier.

What does lactobacillus ferment do in Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser?

Lactobacillus ferment is a probiotic-derived ingredient that supports the skin's microbiome, the ecosystem of beneficial bacteria that helps regulate barrier function, immunity, and inflammation. When the microbiome is disrupted by harsh cleansers or environmental stressors, skin becomes more reactive and prone to dryness. Including it in a cleanser means you are reinforcing microbial balance every time you wash.

Why is it important to apply Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser to dry skin?

Surfactants are most effective when they can bind directly to oils, sunscreen, and makeup before water is introduced. Applying to dry skin first gives the formula time to attach to what it needs to remove. When you then add water and emulsify, everything lifts away more thoroughly. Skipping this step can reduce how effectively the cleanser removes mineral SPF and heavier makeup.

Does Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser exfoliate the skin?

It offers very gentle exfoliation through citrus paradisi (pink pomelo) fruit extract, which contains naturally occurring enzymes and mild fruit acids. This is not an exfoliating cleanser in the traditional sense and will not replace a dedicated AHA or BHA treatment. Instead, it supports healthy cell turnover gradually with regular use without causing sensitivity.

Can Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser be used after skin treatments or procedures?

Because it is fragrance-free, free of harsh surfactants, and formulated to support rather than disrupt the skin barrier, it is often a good choice during post-procedure recovery when the skin needs extra care. That said, every treatment is different, so always follow your provider's specific post-care guidelines for your situation.

How long does Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser typically last?

At 5 oz with a pump dispenser, the formula is designed to provide approximately a 60-day supply based on twice-daily use. The pump format also helps control how much product is dispensed each use, which reduces waste and keeps that estimate consistent.

Why buy Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser from Art of Skin Care?

Art of Skin Care is an authorized retailer of Colorescience, so every product you receive is 100% authentic, sourced directly through official brand channels and never from third-party resellers. Our team is made up of licensed, acne-certified estheticians who hand-select the products we carry based on real skin science and professional results. We don't just sell skincare; we understand it. Not sure if Colorescience Barrier Pro 1-Step Cleanser is right for your skin? Get a free skincare consultation and one of our estheticians will personally guide you.