Glow Recipe Blueberry Bounce Exfoliating Face Wash - Foaming Facial Cleanser, Makeup Remover & Clarifying Mask - Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid & Gentle AHA for Sensitive Skin - Korean Skincare, 160ml Review
Our verdict
Glow Recipe's Blueberry Bounce is a $34 foaming gel cleanser built around AHA exfoliation and hyaluronic acid, and its 4.6 star average from roughly 2,500 reviews makes it one of the best reviewed cleansers in this entire category.
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Buyers who want a gentle daily exfoliating cleanser that also removes makeup, especially those with combination or sensitive skin looking for a Korean skincare style routine
Skip if
You're looking for a heavy duty acne treatment cleanser rather than a gentle daily exfoliant, or you prefer fragrance-free formulas since this one is scented with blueberry
- Priced 70% above the category median ($19.99 across 238 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 2,500 owner ratings
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Popularity4.1/5
2,500 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
Glow Recipe positions this as a gentle everyday option that pairs AHA exfoliation with hydrating ingredients so the skin isn't left feeling tight after washing. At $34 for 160ml, it lands in the mid-range for this category, but the review numbers set it apart.
The formula combines blueberry extract, glycolic and lactic acid, and hyaluronic acid with what the brand calls hydrating suds, a foaming base built to clean and remove makeup without the stripped feeling that some foaming cleansers leave behind. It's listed as suitable across combination, dry, normal, oily, and sensitive skin types.
With around 2,500 reviews and a 4.6 star average, plus very high recent purchase volume, this is one of the most consistently well reviewed products in the entire facial gels lineup. That combination of scale and rating is hard to find, which suggests the gentle exfoliation and hydration balance genuinely works for a wide range of skin.
Pros
- 4.6 star average across roughly 2,500 reviews, among the best rated in this category
- Combines AHA exfoliation with hyaluronic acid for hydration
- Works as a cleanser and makeup remover in one step
- Formulated for all skin types including sensitive
- Free of mineral oil, parabens, phthalates, sulfates, and synthetic ingredients per listed material features
Cons
- Contains added fragrance (blueberry scent), which isn't ideal if you prefer unscented skincare
- At $34, it costs more than the budget gel cleansers in this category
- Foaming formulas with AHA can still feel drying for very dry skin over time
Performance notes
The blend of glycolic acid and lactic acid provides the AHA exfoliation, working on the skin's surface to help smooth the look of texture over repeated use, while hyaluronic acid is included specifically to offset the drying effect that acids and foaming surfactants can have. Blueberry extract adds an antioxidant note. This combination is designed so the cleanser exfoliates without leaving skin feeling stripped, which lines up with its high rating relative to other foaming AHA cleansers.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star average from around 2,500 reviews, alongside very high monthly purchase volume, makes this one of the strongest buyer sentiment signals in the facial gels category. Consistency at this scale of reviews is a meaningful indicator of reliable performance.
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Frequently asked questions
Will this cleanser dry out my skin since it has AHA in it?
The formula pairs glycolic and lactic acid with hyaluronic acid specifically to offset dryness, and it's listed as suitable for dry and sensitive skin types. Reviewers giving it a 4.6 star average suggest most buyers don't find it overly drying, but anyone with very reactive skin should still introduce it gradually.
Can I use this to remove makeup?
Yes, it's listed as a foaming facial cleanser and makeup remover in one product, so it can replace a separate makeup removal step for most people.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free?
No, it has a blueberry scent listed in the specs. If you prefer fragrance-free formulas, this isn't the pick, but the scent is a selling point for many buyers drawn to the Glow Recipe brand.