Perricone MD Nutritive Cleanser Gentle Gel Face Wash 6 fl oz — ALA, AHAs & Copper for Soft Hydrated Normal to Dry Skin

Perricone MD High Potency Classics Nutritive Cleanser is a gentle gel face wash formulated with alpha lipoic acid, exfoliating AHAs, and a copper complex to soften, hydrate, and prep normal to dry skin without stripping it.

Start your skincare routine with a cleanser that removes makeup, oil, and daily buildup while leaving skin comfortable and ready for treatment products. This formula combines antioxidant ALA, mild chemical exfoliants (AHAs), and a bioavailable copper complex to condition and support skin’s texture and hydration. The result is a refreshed surface that feels supple, never tight.

How does this cleanser remove impurities without overdrying skin?

The gel base cleanses effectively yet lightly, relying on chemistry rather than harsh scrubbing to lift away dirt, oil, and light makeup. AHAs help loosen dead skin cells to reveal a smoother surface while conditioning agents and the copper complex preserve moisture. You get a clean feel without the tautness typical of stronger detergents.

• Gentle surfactants for effective, non-stripping cleansing
• AHAs exfoliate chemically rather than abrasively
• Copper complex helps maintain hydration and suppleness
• Formulated for normal to dry skin types

What active ingredients are included and what do they do?

The formula centers on three scientifically recognized actives: alpha lipoic acid (ALA), alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), and a specialized copper complex. ALA acts as a potent antioxidant and supports a smoother appearance over time. AHAs provide mild resurfacing and hydration, while the copper complex contributes to visible firmness and moisture balance.

• Alpha Lipoic Acid: antioxidant support and pore-smoothing benefits
• Alpha Hydroxy Acids: gentle exfoliation and surface radiance
• Copper Complex: hydration and improved skin elasticity support
• Combined to prep skin for subsequent serums and moisturizers

How should I use the Nutritive Cleanser in my routine?

Use morning and evening as the first step in your skincare regimen. Apply a small amount to damp skin, massage gently to lift impurities and exfoliants, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Follow with your preferred treatment serums and moisturizer to lock in benefits and enhance absorption.

• Apply to damp skin and massage for 30–60 seconds
• Rinse well; pat skin dry rather than rubbing
• Use before serums and creams to improve penetration
• Suitable for daily use on normal to dry skin

Will this cleanser work with other Perricone MD products?

Yes—this cleanser is designed to complement Perricone MD’s treatment serums and moisturizers as part of a three-tier approach (diet, supplements, topical care). By gently exfoliating and hydrating, it creates a clean, receptive surface that helps actives in follow-up products perform more consistently.

• Prepares skin for serums and moisturizers by removing barriers
• Gentle enough to be paired with most treatment formulas
• Helps maintain skin comfort when used within a routine
• Supports a holistic regimen of topical care

Who is this for? Perricone MD High Potency Classics Nutritive Cleanser is intended for people with normal to dry skin who want a mild yet effective cleansing step that also delivers antioxidant support and mild chemical exfoliation. It suits anyone seeking a non-drying face wash that prepares skin for active treatments and enhances hydration and texture over time. If your skin is oily or highly acne-prone, you may prefer a formula targeted to those concerns; otherwise this cleanser provides balanced cleansing and conditioning as part of a corrective skincare routine.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Lauryl Glucoside, PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide, Dimethyl MEA, Thioctic Acid, Fragrance/Parfum, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Copper Gluconate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol