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10 reviews
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Origins Checks and Balances Foaming Cleanser Reviews

Description

What it is:
A face cleanser that cleverly balances dry and oily places.

What it is formulated to do:
When it comes to faces with dry and oily places, it takes a clever cleanser to balance the two. This gentle, frothy face wash carefully does both jobs without canceling each other out. Skin feels comfortably refreshed after cleansing, never tight, pulled or parched.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Synthetic Fragrances
- Synthetic Dyes
- Petrochemicals
- Phthalates
- GMOs
- Triclosan

What else you need to know:
Broad leaf kelp extract discourages excess oil production while wheat protein balances and protects dry-prone zones.

    Reviews and Ratings

    92% OF CHICKS DIG IT

    4.0/5
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    Recommended? Fugheddaboutit!
    April 27, 2022

    Too drying

    Not sure how they can say this is for dry AND oily skin. It completely dries your skin out even while using the smallest amount. This left my skin feeling tight and dried out. I liked the smell of mint. It didn't burn my sensitive skin. I really wanted to like it but I need hydration or alteast something that doesn't dry out my skin. I like that it doesn't have all kinds of bad ingredients in it.

    If you have oily skin this would be great for you even if it's sensitive.

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    4.0/5
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    Recommended? You Betcha!
    March 11, 2021
    United States

    My go-to cleanser

    I've been using this cleanser for a few years now. Any time I try something else I end up coming back to it. It's a good cleanser for removing oil without being overly harsh or stripping, which I appreciate for my combination skin. It is very foamy so a little goes a long way, and the scent an slight cooling sensation are very refreshing.

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    3.8/5
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    November 04, 2020
    Ontario, Canada

    Love This Cleanser!

    I've repurchased this cleanser quite a few times now, and have made it my go to daily cleanser. I find that it leaves my skin feeling super clean while not feeling dried out. The smell is also refreshing and not too strong. I haven't been getting any bad breakouts when using this in my skin care routine either. Love this and feel it is worth the higher price tag!

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    4.0/5
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    Recommended? You Betcha!
    April 04, 2017

    I received this cleanser as part of a gift with purchase from an upscale cosmetics store. I was hooked after the first wash. The smell is light and flowery. The frothiness that occurs is such a unique experience, the cleanser becomes super smooth and creamy when applied to your skin.
    I have normal to dry skin depending on the season and I find this to be effective in cleansing without overly drying out my skin. My skin is left tight and smooth after use.
    The cost is okay, more than a drugstore cleanser but i feel the value for this product is there. The cost is approximately $22.00 for a five ounce tube.
    Overall, the high price tag shouldn't be a deterrent not to purchase, the frothiness of this face wash allows you to use a small amount of cleanser for your whole face.

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    3.7/5
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    July 01, 2016

    This product really surprised me. I bought it on a whim because I was looking to get a good cleanser and the girl at the Sephora I was at really sold me on it. It was 26 dollars so it was a little pricey. But when I found that all I needed was a pea-sized amount each time I realized it was WELL worth the money. With that little amount it spreads all over your face and then some. It really does foam up and lather around nicely. Not only that, but it makes your skin actually feel squeaky clean afterwards. Almost as if you physically scrapped a layer of dirt off because my face actually did make kind of a squeak sound. My pores felt like they could breathe. In terms of keeping my skin in check - as they advertise - it totally worked. My breakouts were minimal and my skin in general felt clean all day. A great every day cleanser.

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    4.0/5
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    March 10, 2016

    This facial cleanser is creamy and becomes perfectly foamy when you wash your face. It does;t make the skin too tight or dry after washing. It balances the oily and dry parts of my face, making my skin soft and glowy after regular uses. Also need only a very small amount for each use so one bottle lasts a very long time, making it very affordable.

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    3.5/5
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    June 08, 2015

    Just finished my first small size of this product and I quite like it. I've been using it every morning and so far so good.

    Pros:
    - gentle
    - does not dry out skin
    - leaves skin feeling soft and not tight
    - love the way it froths
    - a little goes a long way
    - relatively cheap

    Cons:
    - nothing at the moment

    This product works - but doesn't blow my mind away. It's nice to have in my collection of cleansers though!

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    3.8/5
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    March 13, 2015

    OK - so this doesn't live up to being "frothy" but the scent is fabulous and I love how clean my skin feels after using this. I received a deluxe sample box full of Origins products with this in it - and I think I would absolutely purchase the full size.

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    3.7/5
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    December 11, 2014

    I purchased this cleanser for the fall when my combination skin goes a little psycho and becomes super oily and super dry in different parts of my face. It comes in two sizes, at least at Sephora, so you don't have to commit to an expensive are size unless you are sure of it. I was pleasantly surprised how it didn't strip away all the moisture on my skin, but still made it feel clean. I still do use a moisturizer with this as my skin tends to crack around my mouth and nose without it.

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    4.0/5
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    January 27, 2013

    I really enjoyed this cleanser! Its super gentle and makes your skin feel great!

    The smell leaves a lot to be desired, but even as someone who is very turned off by bad smells it is tolerable. The lather this produces is wonderful and makes you feel like you have adequately cleaned your face without being super harsh and making your skin feel dry and tight.

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