Erborian Centella Cleansing Gel Soothing Face Wash, Calms, Clears Pores, Removes Impurities, Balances & Hydrates Skin, Non‑Stripping, Korean Skincare Review

Our scorecard

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 cleansing gel is built around centella asiatica, an ingredient long used in Korean inspired skin care for its calming reputation, and is described as gently cleansing while calming irritation, reducing the look of visible pores, and helping maintain the skin's hydration balance. It is formulated for all and dry skin types and is safe for use around the eyes as well as the rest of the face.

The formula is free of parabens, phthalates, and sulfates, and it is labeled gluten free and not tested on animals, which fits its positioning as a gentle, low irritation cleanser rather than an aggressive daily wash. The fresh scent adds a light sensory element without relying on the harsher fragrance loads found in some cleansers.

At $26, it sits above many drugstore gel cleansers, but a 4.6 star average across 654 ratings is one of the stronger combinations in this facial gel roundup, suggesting buyers feel the price is justified by the results.

Performance notes

Centella asiatica, sometimes called cica, is widely used in Korean inspired skin care for its calming reputation, and here it is paired with a sulfate free base so the gel can cleanse without the harsher stripping effect of stronger surfactants. Being labeled safe for use around the eyes also points to an overall mild, low irritation formula.

What buyers say

A 4.6 star average across 654 ratings is one of the stronger combinations in this group of gels, though a current bought last month figure of just 1 suggests recent monthly demand is quiet even with the long standing rating history.