Then I Met You Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel — 3.38 oz Vegan Korean Gel Cleanser with Fermented Rice & Gentle PHA Exfoliant

Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel is a gentle, vegan Korean gel cleanser formulated to remove water-based impurities and makeup while hydrating and smoothing skin with fermented rice, centella, and plant-derived PHA.

This compact 3.38 oz cleanser is crafted for double-cleansing routines: follow an oil balm or balm cleanser, then use this gel to lift residue, balance hydration, and refine skin texture without stripping natural oils. The formula combines gluconolactone (a gentle PHA) for mild exfoliation with fermented rice water for nourishment, licorice for brightening support, and tea-derived botanicals to soothe and protect. Free from sulfates, alcohol, parabens, synthetic fragrance, and artificial dyes, it targets clarity and comfort for sensitive to combination skin types.

How does this cleanser fit into a double-cleanse routine?

Use this gel as the second step after an oil-based cleanser to ensure thorough removal of makeup, sunscreen, and pollutants. Its water-soluble texture rinses clean while PHAs help loosen dead skin and debris, leaving the surface ready for serums and moisturizers.

• Step 1: dissolve heavy makeup and SPF with an oil balm.
• Step 2: massage a coin-sized amount of gel over damp skin to emulsify and lift residue.
• Rinse fully and follow with toner or treatment products for best absorption.

Will this product exfoliate without irritating sensitive skin?

Yes — the exfoliating action comes from gluconolactone, a plant-derived PHA that gently polishes and hydrates at the same time. Unlike stronger AHAs, PHAs work slowly and are less likely to cause redness or compromise the skin barrier when used as directed.

• Provides mild surface renewal suitable for daily use.
• Humectant ingredients like glycerin help maintain moisture during exfoliation.
• Formulated without harsh sulfates and alcohols to reduce irritation risk.

What botanical benefits are included and how do they help skin?

The gel blends fermented rice water, centella asiatica, tea tree leaf, green tea, and licorice root to combine brightening, calming, and antioxidant support. Each botanical contributes to a balanced complexion without heavy or occlusive ingredients.

• Fermented rice water: nourishment and skin-brightening support.
• Centella asiatica: soothing hydration and aid for barrier comfort.
• Tea tree leaf & green tea: calming antioxidant and clarifying properties.
• Licorice root: helps even skin tone and reduce visible dullness.

Is this product travel-friendly and what makes it clean-beauty compliant?

The 3.38 oz size is TSA-approved and compact enough for travel, gym bags, or a minimalist routine. The formula avoids parabens, synthetic fragrance, artificial color, sulfates, and alcohol, aligning with vegan and cruelty-free preferences for conscientious shoppers.

• TSA-friendly bottle design for carry-on convenience.
• Vegan, cruelty-free certification and no synthetic fragrance.
• Free from common irritants like sulfates and parabens.

Who is this for: Then I Met You Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel is suited to anyone seeking a gentle yet effective second-step cleanser—especially those with sensitive, combination, or dull skin wanting mild exfoliation, botanical hydration, and a travel-ready, clean-beauty formula. It works well for daily double-cleanse routines and for people who prefer plant-based actives and minimal irritation while maintaining skin comfort and clarity.

Ingredients

WATER/AQUA/EAU, RICE FERMENT FILTRATE (SAKE), GLYCERIN,DIETHYLHEXYL SODIUM SULFOSUCCINATE, SORBITOL, POTASSIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE, ACRYLATES/BEHENETH-25 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE, DIGLYCERIN, POTASSIUM COCOATE, GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA (LICORICE) ROOT EXTRACT, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) BRAN OIL, ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER OIL, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, SODIUM HYALURONATE, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA (TEA TREE) LEAF EXTRACT, PANTHENOL, SALIX ALBA (WILLOW) BARK EXTRACT, GLUCONOLACTONE, CITRIC ACID, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) EXTRACT, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, POLYACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER-6, THUJA OCCIDENTALIS LEAF OIL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CITRUS AURANTIUM AMARA (BITTER ORANGE) FLOWER EXTRACT, POLYGLYCERIN-3, DEXTRIN, DISODIUM EDTA, GLYCERYLACRYLATE/ACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER, T-BUTYL ALCOHOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL