Types of Face Gels
1. Cleansing Gel Face Wash
- Lightweight gels that gently cleanse away dirt and impurities
- Often soap-free and ideal for oily or combination skin types
- Refresh skin without leaving it feeling dry or tight
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Aloe Vera -Gel – soothes and hydrates skin
- Glycerin – prevents moisture loss
- Cucumber Extract – calms and refreshes skin
2. Exfoliating Face Gels
- Gently buff away dead skin cells and unclog pores
- Contain chemical exfoliants like AHAs or physical scrub particles
- Reveal brighter, smoother skin over time
- Best for dull, congested complexions
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Glycolic Acid – chemical exfoliant that resurfaces skin
- Jojoba Beads – physical exfoliant to polish skin
- Green Tea – antioxidant and soothing botanical
3. Vitamin C Face Gels
- Contain high concentrations of vitamin C
- Brighten skin tone, build collagen and fight free radicals
- Light gel texture absorbs quickly without greasiness
- Best for uneven tone, dullness and signs of aging
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Vitamin C – brightens skin and builds collagen
- Vitamin E – nourishes skin and prevents UV damage
- Hyaluronic Acid – boosts hydration and plumps skin
4. Hydrating Face Gels
- Lightweight gels that quench dehydrated skin
- Contain humectants like hyaluronic acid to bind moisture
- Refresh and rehydrate without heaviness or oiliness
- Ideal for normal to dry and sensitive skin types
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Hyaluronic Acid – attracts and retains moisture in skin
- Aloe Vera Gel – soothing hydrator
- Panthenol – calms and nourishes skin
5. Cooling Face Gels
- Contain soothing and cooling botanical extracts
- Provide an instant refresh for hot, inflamed skin
- Calm breakouts, redness, sunburns and irritation
- Feel comfortable on oily, acne-prone complexions
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Aloe Vera Gel – extremely soothing and cooling
- Cucumber Extract – anti-inflammatory and refreshing
- Tea Tree Oil – natural antibacterial
6. Exfoliating Face Gels with Beads
- Contain tiny plastic beads or jojoba beads
- Provide physical exfoliation to reveal brighter skin
- Best for removing dead skin cells and clearing pores
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Polyethylene Beads – tiny plastic beads to buff away dead skin
- Jojoba Beads – naturally-derived exfoliant
- Salicylic Acid – clears pores and allows beads to exfoliate
7. Overnight Sleeping Face Gels
- Lightweight gel textures designed for overnight use
- Often contain retinol to increase cell turnover while you sleep
- Wake up with smoother, more radiant skin
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Retinol – boosts cell turnover rate overnight
- Hyaluronic Acid – provides hydration through the night
- Lavender Oil – calming relaxant for restful sleep
8. Vitamin E Face Gels
- Contain high concentration of vitamin E
- Nourish skin and provide antioxidant protection
- Best for repairing dryness, sensitivity or UV damage
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Vitamin E – nourishes skin and prevents free radical damage
- Vitamin C – brightens uneven skin tone
- Plant Oils – nourish, smooth and hydrate skin
9. Firming Face Gels
- Contain peptides and proteins to boost elasticity
- Improve contour and reduce signs of sagging
- Best for mature skin lacking tone and firmness
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Matrixyl 3000 – peptide complex firms and tightens skin
- Hydrolyzed Collagen – provides amino acids to strengthen skin
- Hyaluronic Acid – plumps and hydrates skin