Dr. esthé Moisture Cleansing Gel

Dr. esthé Moisture Cleansing Gel is a gentle yet thorough gel cleanser that removes impurities, balances oil and moisture, and actively supports the skin barrier with every wash. It lathers into a rich foam that rinses clean without leaving skin feeling tight or stripped.

Key Benefits

A thorough cleanse that doesn't disrupt your barrier A blend of mild, plant-derived surfactants including potassium cocoyl glycinate, coco-glucoside, and sodium cocoyl isethionate lifts away dirt, excess oil, and impurities without over-cleansing or compromising the skin's natural defense layer.

Reinforces your moisture barrier with ceramides Ceramide AP, AS, EOP, NP, and NS work alongside cholesterol and phytosphingosine to replenish the lipid structure your skin relies on to stay hydrated, resilient, and balanced throughout the day.

Supports skin health with a probiotic complex Five ferment-based ingredients, including bifida ferment filtrate, bifida ferment lysate, lactobacillus ferment lysate, lactococcus ferment lysate, and saccharomyces ferment filtrate, help strengthen the skin microbiome and calm signs of sensitivity at the surface.

Hydrates deeply while you cleanse Glycerin, squalane, and cupuaçu butter (theobroma grandiflorum seed butter) draw in and seal moisture so skin feels comfortable and replenished immediately after rinsing, not after your moisturizer.

Mineral-rich sea water and botanical extracts calm and refresh Sea water delivers trace minerals that support cellular function, while althaea officinalis root extract provides a soothing effect on reactive or sensitized skin.

Dr. esthé Moisture Cleansing Gel is well suited for anyone whose skin tends to feel dry, tight, or irritated after cleansing. If your current face wash leaves you reaching for moisturizer the moment you pat dry, this formula is designed to close that gap.

It works equally well for sensitive and combination skin types. Sensitive skin benefits from the calming probiotic complex and barrier-restoring ceramides, while combination skin appreciates the balanced approach to cleansing that removes excess oil without triggering more of it. Those managing a compromised or reactive skin barrier will find the ceramide-rich formula particularly supportive.

Because the surfactant system is gentle enough for daily use morning and evening, this cleanser fits comfortably into any routine, whether you are just building one or refining a more advanced regimen.

Two minutes feels longer than you think when you are actually timing it. Set a timer for your first few uses and commit to the full massage, because that extended contact time is what allows the ceramides and probiotics to begin working at the skin surface, not just on top of it. A thorough cleanse also primes skin to absorb every product that follows more effectively.

Prepare: Apply to dry skin before wetting your face.

Apply: Dampen your fingers with warm water and work the gel into a lather.

Technique: Massage in circular motions for two full minutes, then rinse thoroughly with warm water or remove with a warm damp cloth.

Frequency: Use morning and evening. Follow with your toner, serum, and moisturizer. Apply SPF every morning as the final step.

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Changed your mind? We get it. That's why our return window is generous: 30 days even if you've opened and tried it, or a full 60 days if it's still sealed. Some exclusions apply. See our full return policy for details.