Mad Hippie Jelly Cleanser Review for Dry and Normal Skin
Mad Hippie's Jelly Cleanser is gentle and non-stripping for normal, dry, and combination skin, but may leave a film on oily skin.
The Mad Hippie Jelly Cleanser is a thick, gel-based facial wash priced at $17.99. According to a review on Beautiful With Brains, it uses gentle sugar-based surfactants to remove makeup, sunscreen, and daily grime. It does this without disrupting the skin's natural acid mantle.
Key Cleansing Ingredients
The cleanser's cleaning power comes from three primary surfactants. These ingredients are chosen for their mildness. They are gentler than harsher alternatives. Decyl glucoside is a sugar-based surfactant. It cleans without being overly harsh. Sucrose laurate is made from sugar and lauric acid. It acts as both a surfactant and an emulsifier to lift oily residue. Sucrose stearate is another sugar-derived ingredient. It cleanses and helps blend the formula.
The product also contains squalane, sodium hyaluronate, and botanical extracts like chamomile and white tea. The review notes a key point. The antioxidants in the wash are rinsed away. They do not provide a lasting benefit for the skin.
Performance and Texture
Mad Hippie Jelly Cleanser has a dense, thick jelly consistency. Mixed with water, it becomes a milky, low-foam liquid. It has a light floral scent from its ingredients. There is no added fragrance. The scent fades upon rinsing.
It cleanses everyday dirt and non-waterproof makeup well. The review states it leaves skin feeling soft and comfortable. It does not feel tight or stripped. One trade-off exists. It leaves a slight filmy residue. This may be more noticeable for those with oily skin.
The reviewer would not use it alone to remove stubborn waterproof makeup. It is suitable for both morning and evening use. It works as a single cleansing step.
Recommended Skin Types
The review specifically recommends this cleanser for certain skin types. It advises others to avoid it.
The reviewer notes it is not the most hydrating cleanser. The brand's Cream Cleanser is more hydrating. Still, the Jelly Cleanser is "good enough" for its intended purpose.
The review positions it as a reliable, basic cleanser. It performs its core function well. It makes no revolutionary claims. A facial cleanser is only on the skin for about a minute. Then it is washed away.
