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Round Lab's Pine Cica Cleanser — built around the brand's 'Pine Cica Activer' complex (pine extract + 5 types of centella) plus a low-pH gel base that finally cleanses sensitive skin without the post-rinse tightness that wrecks the rest of the routine. The formula leans heavily into the soothe-as-you-cleanse philosophy: even compromised skin can use this twice daily without flaring. Pairs naturally with the Pine Calming Cica Cream we're also adding — but works equally well as a stand-alone gentle cleanser inside any K-beauty routine that needs less stripping at step 1.
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Pine Calming Cica Cleanser by Round Lab is formulated for sensitive, normal, combination, redness skin. Round Lab's Pine Cica Cleanser — built around the brand's 'Pine Cica Activer' complex (pine extract + 5 types of centella) plus a low-pH gel base that finally cleanses sensitive skin without the post-rinse tightness that wrecks the rest of the routine. The formula leans heavily into the soothe-as-you-cleanse philosophy: even compromised skin can use this twice daily without flaring. Pairs naturally with the Pine Calming Cica Cream we're also adding — but works equally well as a stand-alone gentle cleanser inside any K-beauty routine that needs less stripping at step 1.
The key active ingredients in Pine Calming Cica Cleanser are Centella Asiatica, Hyaluronic Acid, Madecassoside. It's known for: genuinely soothes during cleansing instead of just 'not stripping' and low pH (5.5) preserves the acid mantle.
Yes, Pine Calming Cica Cleanser targets sensitivity, redness. genuinely soothes during cleansing instead of just 'not stripping'
Pine Calming Cica Cleanser retails for around $22, which places it in the budget range for cleansers. Check the "Where to Buy" section above for current retailer prices.
The main drawbacks to be aware of: gentle lather may underwhelm those who like a foamy clean; may not remove heavy SPF/makeup alone — pair with an oil cleanse; tube format functional but not luxurious.
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