EltaMD Foaming Facial Cleanser Face Wash

2/24/24 **UPDATE** Changed from 5 to 3 stars. I’ve recently stopped using this as unfortunately there has become too much inconsistency in recent batches! The last 3 bottles have had very abrasive white granules that my skin does not enjoy. I contacted Elta directly and was advised there was no reformulation and that “on occasion, white specks and granules are normal”. After using this for 7 years without issue, I found that hard to believe. After receiving the response from customer service, I read reviews directly on the Elta website with customers complaining about the recent grittiness as well…and customer service responding saying they are aware of this issue and are investigating problems with recent batches and to contact them for a refund. A stark difference from the response I received saying the granules were “normal”. I will eventually try going back to my beloved cleanser again but will wait a bit until they figure out the recent formulation issues. I work in Dermatology and have been using this cleanser for over 7 years. I fell in love after the first use. See, I’m product crazy. I LOVE trying new things, and it’s *rare* I find something I just keep returning to! My skin is sensitive and adult acne prone, and anytime I’ve strayed from this, I’ve regretted it and ended up repurchasing! I’ve noticed people mentioning that this doesn’t “foam” and honestly I’ve found there *is* a bit of a technique to this. First off, this does not produce a traditional “sudsy” foam…rather its more of a thick, rich lather. A bit shaving cream like, which makes it feel soft and luxurious. However! If you’ve got on a full face of makeup, you’ll need to (and really should be anyways!) do a double cleanse. On wet skin, I use a half pump for my first wash, really spend time working it in, and rinse. Then another half pump, and THIS is the wash that produces that rich lather. The trick is that you’ve *got* to spend time working the product. Add a splash of water. The more you work it, even pause for a few seconds, the more you’ll start to see/feel it foaming. And that’s when it starts getting thick and rich. It removes *everything* without a trace, but also without overdrying at all. Even when my skin is ultra sensitive and/or post-procedure, this calms while cleansing and never causes irritation. The fruit based enzymes help to very gently decongest and remove dull, dry skin while refining the look of large pores and uneven tone/texture. We had patients who purchase this for their entire family’s use…from kids/teens, mom and dad, and right up to grandma as well! Just an all around GREAT cleanser that will forever remain my go-to!!