SHANI DARDEN Cleansing Serum Hydrating Gel Face Wash 4 fl oz — Hyaluronic Acid & Oat Bran, Gentle Daily Makeup Remover

Shani Darden Cleansing Serum is a gentle daily gel face wash that removes makeup, excess oil, and surface impurities while helping the skin retain moisture.

Formulated by esthetician Shani Darden, this hydrating cleansing serum blends humectant hyaluronic acid, soothing oat bran extract, and botanical extracts like olive and chicory leaf to cleanse without stripping. The lightweight gel texture lathers mildly to dissolve dirt and makeup, rinses clean, and leaves skin feeling soft rather than tight. Packaged in a 4 fl oz bottle, the formula is designed for everyday morning and evening use and is cruelty-free, vegan, and free of parabens, silicones, and fragrance.

How does this cleanser remove makeup and impurities without drying out my skin?

The gel concentration and choice of ingredients let the cleanser lift oil-based makeup and surface debris while replenishing moisture. Hyaluronic acid attracts and holds water at the skin’s surface, and oat bran extract provides gentle nourishment to maintain comfort after rinsing.

• Mild gel base emulsifies makeup and SPF for easy rinsing.
• Hyaluronic acid helps preserve hydration during cleansing.
• Oat bran and olive extract support a balanced skin barrier.
• Rinses clean without leaving heavy residue or tightness.

Is this product suitable for oily, combination, or sensitive skin types?

Yes — the formula is developed to work across a range of skin types by targeting surface oil and impurities while avoiding harsh surfactants and fragrance. People with sensitive or reactive skin should patch-test any active ingredients included in the full routine.

• Oily and combination skin: lifts excess oil without overstripping.
• Dry or normal skin: hydrating humectants help maintain moisture.
• Sensitive skin: fragrance-free and formulated for gentle use.
• If using other actives (like benzoyl peroxide), introduce slowly to assess tolerance.

How do I use the Cleansing Serum in my daily skincare routine?

Use it both morning and night as a first step to remove makeup, sunscreen, and surface impurities. Dispense 1–2 pumps onto wet hands, massage briefly across the face for 5–10 seconds, then rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry before applying serums or moisturizers.

• AM: remove overnight oils and prep for antioxidant serum and SPF.
• PM: dissolve makeup and sunscreen as first cleanse or standalone cleanser.
• Use gentle motions; avoid harsh scrubbing to protect barrier function.
• Follow with targeted treatments and a moisturizer suitable for your skin.

What key ingredients should I know about and what do they do?

The formula highlights hydrating and barrier-supporting ingredients combined with botanical extracts to gently cleanse. Hyaluronic acid hydrates, oat bran offers nourishment, and olive and chicory leaf extracts help soothe and support skin health; the product listing notes benzoyl peroxide is included in the broader lineup for clarity on acne-focused uses.

• Hyaluronic acid — draws in and retains moisture at the skin surface.
• Oat bran extract — soothes and provides gentle nourishment.
• Olive & chicory leaf extracts — help support a healthy-feeling barrier.
• Fragrance-free, vegan, and cruelty-free formulation.

Who is this for: Shani Darden Cleansing Serum is intended for people seeking a daily, hydrating gel cleanser that removes makeup and surface oils without drying. It suits a broad range of skin types — including normal, combination, oily, and those looking for fragrance-free, vegan skincare — and works well as the first cleanse in multi-step routines or as a simple single-step face wash for everyday use.

Ingredients

Water / Aqua / Eau, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Peg-16 Macadamia Glycerides, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Propanediol, Phenethyl Alcohol Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium Edta, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Gluconolactone, Avena Sativa (Oat) Seed Extract, Cichorium Intybus (Chicory) Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate. Contains Ingredients Derived From Nuts.