Bioderma - Face Cleanser - Sébium - Makeup Removing Cleanser - Skin Purifying - Face Wash for Combination to Oily Skin Review
Our verdict
Bioderma's Sebium Foaming Gel Cleanser is built for combination to oily skin, combining lactic acid with a non comedogenic, unscented formula, and its 4.6 star average across more than 21,600 ratings makes it one of the most reviewed cleansing gels around.
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Combination to oily skin that wants a foaming gel cleanser that removes makeup and helps manage excess shine without added fragrance.
Skip if
You have dry or easily irritated skin, since a foaming, oil absorbing formula built for oily skin may feel stripping over time.
- Priced 15% above the category median ($19.99 across 238 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 21,600 owner ratings
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Popularity4.9/5
21,600 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other women's everyday face care: moisturizers, face mists, facial kits, rollers, cleansing brushes and steamers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
This foaming gel cleanser is formulated with lactic acid and designed to double as a makeup remover and daily face wash for combination to oily skin. The unscented, non comedogenic formula is meant to purify skin and absorb excess sebum without clogging pores.
It comes in a generous bottle sized for regular daily use, which fits its role as an everyday step rather than an occasional treatment. Because it is a foaming gel rather than a cream or milk cleanser, it tends to feel more thorough on oily areas but is worth easing into if your skin runs dry or sensitive.
With more than 21,600 ratings averaging 4.6 stars and 16 people reported as having bought it in the past month, this is a cleanser with both a long track record and ongoing current demand, which is a meaningful combination in this category.
Pros
- Lactic acid plus a non comedogenic, unscented formula
- Doubles as a makeup remover and daily cleanser
- 4.6 star average across more than 21,600 ratings
- Ongoing monthly purchases show current, active demand
Cons
- Priced higher than many basic drugstore gel cleansers
- Foaming formula may feel drying for combination skin that leans dry
- Built specifically for oily to combination skin, so it is not the best match for dry skin types
Performance notes
Lactic acid is a gentler alpha hydroxy acid that works at the skin's surface, and pairing it with a foaming, oil absorbing base is why this cleanser is positioned for combination to oily skin rather than dry skin. The non comedogenic claim means it is formulated to avoid clogging pores while it purifies.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star average across more than 21,600 ratings is a very strong showing for a facial gel, and the fact that people are still buying it monthly points to steady, ongoing trust in the formula rather than reviews left over from years ago.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this cleanser remove makeup on its own?
It is formulated as a makeup removing cleanser, so it can handle light to moderate makeup during a normal wash. For heavy or waterproof makeup, following up with a dedicated remover first may give a more thorough clean.
Is this gel cleanser good for sensitive skin?
It is unscented and non comedogenic, which are both good signs, but it is built specifically for combination to oily skin and uses a foaming base with lactic acid. If your skin is sensitive or leans dry, patch testing first is a reasonable precaution.
How many ratings does this cleanser have?
It has more than 21,600 ratings averaging 4.6 stars, which is one of the larger review counts in this category. That volume, combined with steady monthly purchases, suggests consistent satisfaction rather than a one time spike in reviews.