iS Clinical Cleansing Complex is a rinse-off gel cleanser. Use it at the start of your skincare routine, rinse it away thoroughly, then continue with the products that stay on your skin. Its name is similar to Cleansing Complex Polish, but the two products should not be treated as identical.
How to use Cleansing Complex
- Moisten your face and neck with water.
- Dispense a small amount into your hands and work it over the skin as directed.
- Massage gently rather than scrubbing harder to create more foam.
- Rinse thoroughly and pat dry before the next step.
Check the instructions on your bottle for use around the eyes and your preferred frequency. If you wear long-wear eye makeup, use a suitable eye-makeup remover rather than assuming every face cleanser is intended for direct eye contact.
What should the cleansing step achieve?
The purpose is to remove what needs washing away and leave a clean starting point. Skin does not have to feel squeaky or tight to be clean. Adding more product, using very hot water or repeating the wash unnecessarily can make a simple routine harder to tolerate.
When assessing a cleanser, notice how your skin feels after rinsing and after you apply moisturiser. If you are changing several serums at the same time, it becomes harder to work out which part of the routine is responsible for a change in comfort.
Cleansing Complex or Cleansing Complex Polish?
Cleansing Complex 180ml is the regular gel cleanser covered here. Cleansing Complex Polish is a separate exfoliating cleansing product with its own directions.
Do not use “Polish” as a reason to scrub more firmly, or assume you need both products in the same wash. If you already use exfoliating acids or a prescribed routine, check how an additional exfoliating product fits before adding it.
Choosing a bottle size
The 60ml travel size offers a smaller format, while the 180ml bottle suits a regular bathroom routine. Choose around how often you use it and the space you need, and check any travel liquid rules separately.
A smaller bottle is also useful when you want to keep the routine straightforward while deciding whether the texture suits you. Follow the same product directions regardless of bottle size.
What comes after cleansing?
Follow with the serum or moisturiser appropriate to your chosen routine. During the day, include sunscreen. Our iS Clinical serum guide helps distinguish the different serum roles without turning every option into a required step.
Should I leave Cleansing Complex on overnight?
No. It is a rinse-off cleanser, not an overnight mask or leave-on serum. Do not extend contact time beyond the product directions.
Can everyone use the same cleansing routine?
Skin tolerance, existing treatments and recent procedures differ. Stop if irritation develops, and follow your clinician’s instructions if you have a diagnosed condition or are recovering from treatment.
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Product guidance: manufacturer’s information. Follow the directions on your own packaging, which may change with product updates.