Gently Effective Acne-Treating Cleansing Paste

4.6 (569)
$30.60 (15% off) with code: VIP$36.00
Color:No Color

Offers & perks

Free gift with purchase
See offer details

Product details

Web ID: 20909917

This cleansing paste is clinically proven to reduce acne without drying skin. Formulated with medicated 2% salicylic acid to help treat and prevent acne, this non-drying formula also contains kaolin clay and charcoal to help absorb oil and draw out impurities, while soothing Cica/Centella and glycerin reinforce skin's barrier to help prevent dryness.

  • Product Features

    • WHAT IT IS:
    • A targeted acne-treating cleansing paste formulated with salicylic acid to help reduce and prevent acne without drying skin
    • WHAT IT DOES:
    • Helps treat acne and prevent future blemishes; can be used as cleanser, mask or spot treatment for face
    • SKIN TYPES:
    • Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone skin types
    • HOW TO USE:
    • Dispense into palm and apply to face
    • Wash thoroughly with water or wet towel
    • RESULTS:
    • Clinically proven to help reduce acne:
    • In three days, reduces four types of acne*
    • -49% acne count in one week**
    • 100% saw clearer skin in one week***
    • *Based on an expert grading of papule, pustule, whitehead and blackhead count
    • **Based on an expert grading of inflammatory (papule and pustule) acne count
    • ***Based on expert grading of inflammatory and non-inflammatory count at four weeks
    • USE WITH:
    • Kiehl's Since 1851 Acne Lotion
    • Kiehl's Since 1851 Acne Liquid Pimple Patch
  • Shipping & Returns

    • This item qualifies for Free Shipping with minimum purchase! exclusions & details
    • California and Minnesota customers call 1-800-289-6229 for Free Shipping information.
    • For complete details, see our Shipping and Returns policies.

Ratings & Reviews

4.6/5

569 star ratings, 568 reviews

Write a Review
68.2% of reviews have 5 stars
388
25.1% of reviews have 4 stars
143
5.4% of reviews have 3 stars
31
1.1% of reviews have 2 stars
6
0.2% of reviews have 1 star
1
568 reviews
9 days ago
Incentivized review

Great cleansing paste

I received the gently effective acne treating cleansing paste and am pretty impressed I’ve only used it as a face wash but there different ways on applying it as well. It felt good on the skin and leaves it soft

  • Photo from mayrar112_2234

Customer review from influenster.com

10 days ago
Incentivized review

Love this by Kiehl’s!!

Loved this product for my acne! I get hormonal acne pretty easily and this was the perfect treatment for it! Gentle with no harsh scent on my sensitive skin yet very effective. The consistency was easy to work with and would definitely recommend at the price point!!

  • Photo from mollym260_2696
  • Photo from mollym260_2696

Customer review from influenster.com

10 days ago

A true godsend and rosacea friendly!

Pleaaaaaasssseeee don’t ever stop making this! 😭 It is incredibly effective with targeting my acne and ingrown hairs (thanks, PCOS) and most importantly, it doesn’t trigger my rosacea at all! I have type 1 rosacea and my skin reacts to pretty much everything in existence, but this actually soothes the redness instead of intensifies it. I’m incredibly grateful to have discovered this and that it targets two of my issues. Tiger grass/cica/centella asiatica is a holy gift to my burning skin. I will use this for the rest of my life as long as it’s never discontinued!

Recommends this product

Customer review from kiehls.com

10 days ago
Incentivized review

Didn't notice any big difference, maybe need to us

This product is unscented (in a good way) and the texture feels similar to a clay mask, except with salicylic acid! I haven't really noticed any drastic differences other than my face feeling a bit oily after use. I have been using it more as a mask than face wash, so maybe with more regular use I can come to a better conclusion. The packaging is minimal, and the bottle is informational and has the trademark look of a kiehl's product.

  • Photo from hellaahelenn_1521

Customer review from influenster.com

Response from kiehls.com

Consumer Care Center9 days ago

Hello! Thank you for trying our Gently Effective Acne-Treating Cleansing Paste. Your feedback is important and has been shared with our team. We invite you to explore Kiehl's and discover the perfect product for your skin regimen!

10 days ago
Incentivized review

Good

This cleanser is sasy, simple, effective. I used this every day for a week, and then every other day or so after to keep up on it. It's got a very pleasant texture and an easy squeeze tube, leaves my skin feeling soft and smelling clean!

  • Photo from althania_3128

Customer review from influenster.com

10 days ago
Incentivized review

Very Nourishing

I’ve been using the Kiehl’s Gently Effective AcneTreating Cleansing Paste for a little while now, and honestly, I’m impressed. The scent is very light , It has 2% salicylic acid, so it definitely helps with breakouts without leaving my skin dry . It is very effective but gentle. If you’re someone who struggles with acne but also has sensitive or easily dehydrated skin, this is definitely worth trying

  • Photo from sairai90_378

Customer review from influenster.com

11 days ago
Incentivized review

Nice product

Packaging is nice. My face feels clean and refreshing after using this product. You can use the product as a cleanser or mask as well. Good value for a great product

  • Photo from mdangquach_2053

Customer review from influenster.com

11 days ago
Incentivized review

love

I love this product so much. It’s a large amount of product for the price and the way it leaves my skin is amazing. It doesn’t have a sent but it’s very smooth and cleansing.

Customer review from influenster.com