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Avène Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser
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About this product

A creamy, preservative-free makeup remover and cleanser formulated with Avène thermal spring water, glycerin, and D-Sensinol to gently remove makeup, sunscreen, and dirt without rinsing.

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Guru Score

83%

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Early verdict · Few reviews so far

What the gurus are saying

This no-rinse cleanser earns consistent praise for removing makeup and sunscreen without stripping the skin barrier, leaving it hydrated and smooth. Dermatologists highlight that it can wipe away dirt and residue without water, which matters for sensitive skin since water itself can trigger stinging. The main trade-off is the large bottle and preservative-free formula, which means it's not ideal for travel containers.
Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take December 2024

What they liked

  • Removes makeup and sunscreen without rinsing
  • Hydrating and leaves skin smooth
  • Gentle enough for sensitive skin

What they flagged

  • Large bottle, hard to travel with

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What the gurus are saying.

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Dr. Jenny Liu
Dr. Jenny Liu
323k subs
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"The tolerance line is one of my favorite lines from Avène. The Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser is a really nice creamy cleanser that helps to remove makeup, dirt, and debris without stripping your skin barrier. Your skin actually feels very nice and hydrated and smooth afterwards. Key ingredients here are that D-Sensinol sugar molecule, along with Avène thermal spring water and glycerin to hydrate the skin."
Dr Dray
Dr Dray
2.69M subs
✓Yay
"I really like the moisturizer and the cleanser and the thermal Spring Water spray."
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"I really like the moisturizer and the cleanser and the thermal Spring Water spray."
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"One product in the micellar water and cleansing water family [...] that I discovered a few years ago and really like is the Avene Tolerance Control Extremely Gentle Cleansing Lotion. It does a good job actually removing makeup, you spread it on the skin and then just wipe it off with a towel and [...] go about your gentle cleanse afterwards. It works really well. It's not inexpensive though, it's $25 for 6.7 ounces."
HUGE SKIN CARE EMPTIES! SUMMER 2022 🗑 DERMATOLOGIST @DrDrayzday
"This is a great makeup remover and it technically does not even have to be rinsed off of the skin, so it is great for removing sunscreen when you do not have access to running water. [...] It does work well by itself to wipe off dirt, residue, and sunscreen, including around the eyes. The only problem is the bottle is rather large, and since it is preservative free it is not something I would recommend decanting into a smaller bottle to travel with."
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"This was the Avène Extremely Gentle Cleansing Lotion, and it's a great first step to a double cleanse. It travels well, [...] and it's definitely going in my favorites video."
SKIN CARE I PACKED ✈PACK WITH ME FOR A WEEKEND | Dermatologist @DrDrayzday
"I'm going to use one of the silicone travel containers to dispense some of this Avène Tolérance Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion. I use this as a first step in a double cleanse."
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"This is a great one from Avène, they're an extremely gentle cleanser lotion that does a really nice job breaking up mascara too. You can use it around your eyes."
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"I think this product is superior to micellar water or makeup remover because this is the only product like that that I have ever really been able to tolerate around my eyes. [...] It takes the mascara off completely and it doesn't burn, [...] and I can even have my contacts in still, which if I had used a regular makeup remover would be driving me crazy because I would have to take out my contacts before using a makeup remover."
Dermatologist answers your SENSITIVE SKIN QUESTIONS | Dr Dray
"I really love their Avène Tolerance Control Extremely Gentle Cleanser, and they have reformulated it making it even better because it has the trademark postbiotic D-Sensinos that directly addresses the TRPV1 channels. It's a no-rinse formula, so you can use it to remove your makeup and wipe it away without needing more water, which matters because water can be a culprit in causing burning and stinging."

Frequently asked.

What is Avène Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser?

A creamy, preservative-free makeup remover and cleanser formulated with Avène thermal spring water, glycerin, and D-Sensinol to gently remove makeup, sunscreen, and dirt without rinsing.

Is Avène Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser worth it?

Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 83%.

What is Avène Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser's Guru Score?

Avène Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser holds a Guru Score of 83%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.

Who is Avène Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser best for?

Avène Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser is generally suited to dry skin and sensitive skin.

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