Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser

Name: Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser
Brand: Neostrata
Price: 28.00 GBP
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£28.00

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✓ 12% Glycolic and Lactobionic Acid Blend | ✓ Soap-Free Amphoteric Foam | ✓ Gentle First Step Into AHAs

Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser is a soap-free, high-strength foaming cleanser built on an amphoteric system that delivers a 12% AHA/PHA blend of glycolic and lactobionic acids while minimising the potential for irritation. It lightly exfoliates and cleanses clogged-looking pores to prepare skin for the routine that follows, making it the glycolic foam cleanser for anyone who wants AHA benefits at the sink without the sting.

Glycolic acid, the workhorse of the alpha hydroxy acid family and a natural component of sugar cane, normalises the skin's exfoliation process, refines the appearance of pore size and smooths the look of fine lines as it retexturises the surface. Lactobionic acid, a polyhydroxy acid that Neostrata also calls a bionic acid, is derived from natural sugars and exfoliates more gently while attracting moisture. What sets Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser apart is its amphoteric complex: arginine partners the acids so the formula stays effective in the bottle yet gentler on contact with skin, and a soap-free base of PEG-8 and cocamidopropyl betaine cleanses without the tight, squeaky feel of a traditional foaming wash. A touch of grapefruit peel oil leaves a light, fresh scent.

Visible Results Users Love

Lightly exfoliated, smoother-feeling skin after every wash
Clearer-looking, less clogged-looking pores
Brighter, fresher-looking tone with regular use
Serums and creams that absorb more readily afterwards
Clean skin that does not feel stripped or tight

Why This Beats a Standard Foaming Cleanser

Amphoteric delivery - Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser is built to deliver glycolic acid with less irritation potential
A 12% AHA/PHA blend gives real exfoliation, not a trace of acid for the label
Soap free, so it cleanses without the stripped feeling of a detergent wash
Lactobionic acid attracts moisture while glycolic acid exfoliates
The gentler of Neostrata's two Resurface cleansers, so it suits more skin types

Best For

Anyone new to glycolic acid who wants a cleanser as a first step
Normal, oily and combination skin with clogged-looking pores
Dull, rough-feeling texture
Skin that finds the 18% Foaming Glycolic Wash too strong
Prepping skin before Neostrata serums and creams

Choose Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser if you want glycolic benefits in a gentle daily foam; once your skin is used to acids, Foaming Glycolic Wash is the maximum-strength step up.

Becci founded Adore Your Skin after more than two decades as a registered aesthetics nurse in specialist skincare and medical aesthetics, and clients rely on her for honest recommendations rather than the strongest thing on the shelf. Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser is what she suggests to people curious about acids but nervous of them: a proper 12% blend made gentler by its amphoteric system, which is a sensible place to begin.

Size: 125ml

FAQS

Is Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser good for sensitive skin? +

It is the gentler of Neostrata's two Resurface cleansers: soap free, with an amphoteric system designed to minimise irritation potential. Truly sensitive or sensitised skin should still patch test and start once daily; Neostrata's Restore range is the brand's dedicated line for delicate skin if even this feels too much.

What is the difference between the Glycolic Mousse Cleanser and the Foaming Glycolic Wash? +

Strength. The Mousse Cleanser is a 12% blend of glycolic and lactobionic acids in a soap-free amphoteric system. The Foaming Glycolic Wash is Neostrata's maximum-strength cleanser at 18% glycolic acid plus 2% lactobionic acid, made for experienced AHA users. Begin here and step up when ready.

What does amphoteric mean? +

An amphoteric system pairs the acids with an amino acid - here arginine - so the formula can carry a high strength of glycolic acid while being gentler on contact with the skin. Neostrata describes it as delivering the benefits of glycolic and bionic acid while minimising the potential for irritation.

Can I use Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser twice a day? +

Yes - Neostrata directs twice-daily use. If you are new to acids, start with once a day for a week or two and build up as tolerated.

Can I use it with retinol? +

Yes. A rinse-off glycolic cleanser sits comfortably in a retinol routine; cleanse, pat dry and wait a few minutes before applying your retinoid. If your skin feels tight, use the cleanser in the morning and a plain cleanser at night.

Does the Mousse Cleanser contain fragrance? +

There is no added perfume, but the formula contains grapefruit peel oil and limonene, which give a light citrus scent. Patch test first if you react to citrus ingredients.

Is it suitable for oily, blemish-prone skin? +

Yes. Lightly exfoliating and cleansing clogged pores is what Neostrata built it for, and oily and combination skins usually tolerate twice-daily use well. Follow with a lightweight moisturiser rather than skipping one.

How much glycolic acid is in the Glycolic Mousse Cleanser? +

Neostrata describes the formula as a 12% blend of glycolic acid (AHA) and lactobionic acid (PHA). Stockists commonly break this down as 10% glycolic and 2% lactobionic.

Can I use Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser during pregnancy or while breastfeeding? +

Neostrata states there are no known safety concerns with using cosmetic products during pregnancy, but recommends that pregnant and breastfeeding women seek their doctor's advice. A rinse-off glycolic cleanser is generally considered suitable during this time, but check with your midwife or GP before using it, and keep contact time short.

Neostrata Resurface Glycolic Mousse Cleanser