Garnier Green Labs Pinea-C Gel Cleanser

I was really surprised about this product - I find cleansers really harsh on my skin and tend to look for 'basic' formulas, avoiding fragrance and scrubby bits.

I like the tube format, its easy to squeeze out and I like the upside down format.

It doesn't foam up too much which I like and doesn't feel harsh or stripping.

The fragrance is surprisingly natural smelling, it doesn't smell fake fruity or over powering.

I love this in the morning it's revitalising and freshens the skin.

It's a really good cleanser, it's balanced my oily t-zone well and left all of my skin smooth and even.

A summary in one line: It isn't bad, but it didn't do anything good either.

What I liked: 1. A gel formula - this is the first gel cleanser I have used and it was great that it didn't dry my skin out! 2. The scent was really summer-y - this is a double-edged sword but it was a really feminine, summer scent 3. Removed makeup to an acceptable level - there was still some residue but for the most part it did a pretty good job!

What I didn't like: 1. The scent - I told you, double-edged sword - It was quite overpowering and quite artificial smelling 2. It didn't really do anything - although it didn't negatively impact my sensitive skin, it didn't really do anything positive for it; it didn't feel any better, look any better, etc.

Overall, I wouldn't buy it again - but I won't be throwing out the product either. It did the cleanser basics for me, but I would prefer to put that money towards something else that worked for me a bit better.

So the Pinea(apple) C cleanser - it's in a tube. I'd prefer a pump just to prevent any overspill but it's not a fast flowing tube if that makes sense, so its not too messy lest you squeeze hard.

I love the packaging - Garnier have nailed it with the Green Labs range, it's cute, it's neutral, it screams mature-young-adult. I really appreciate it.

The gel wash smells of fragrance, kind of citrus, kind of 'generic skincare'. It's not offputting at all, its actually quite nice.

It does what you'd want face wash to do - it cleans and removes makeup easily, doesn't make skin dry and leaves you feeling like you've had a good wash.

I ended up loving this a lot more than I thought I would - garnier have really hit the nail with this range!

Garnier Green Labs Pinea-C Brightening gel cleanser is a gentle cleanser, suitable for everyday use.

The gel cleaner lathes really well. I love how it smells refreshing, it smells like pineapple and uplifts the mood. I liked that this product is not too foaming as I tend to shy away from foaming cleansers. It left my skin feeling smooth and clean as it gently removes impurities and products applied to my skin during the day. It doesn’t irritate my skin or cause my skin to dry out.

I have been using this cleaner for almost 2 weeks. Overall, I would recommend this cleanser to someone looking for an affordable, hydrating and brightening cleaner.

I really love gel cleansers at the moment so was excited to try this one. I was expecting more of a pineapple smell, so was suprised it didn't however still quite pleasant.

The gel is a nice consistency, not too heavy or sticky and lathers quite nicely on a damp face. I found it to be quite gentle and soft yet felt like I had a really good clean that wasn't too drying either.

I havent noticed brighter skin yet but hoping with time I might see the benefits

First impression: standard squeeze tube that sits up and is easy to you. Light gel consistency not thick or gluggy. The scent is fresh but I bit soapy.

Application: a little goes a long way with this gel cleanser, I use a pea size amount on an already wet face and it does my face and neck. It glides on as the gel is light in texture and is very refreshing, perfect for the morning. It is easy to wash off and did not sting over my sensitive, dry patches.

Result: after patting my skin dry I felt rejuvenated and clean. I noticed that it made my face feel dry. Not dry to touch, but felt like I needed hydration so I moisturised straight away after using the cleanser. I have combination skin with dryness on my nose / Cupid’s bow and I noticed that my small, dry patches stood out more after using this product as slight flaking would appear around the patches. The flakes could easily be brushed away so it wasn’t cracking or super drying but still accentuated those areas on my face. Overall I did notice a brightening in my skin, enjoyed the application but not the affect it had on my dry patches. I won’t be purchasing this product, but feel it would suit someone with more normal/oily skin and it’s more environmentally friendly.

Thanks so much beauty review for giving me the opportunity to review this cleanser. I have been using this every night in the shower since I got it. I love a good gel cleanser and this is definitely in my top favourites. It’s gentle, light weight when applied, leaves you feeling fresh and clean. The scent is also pleasant which is a must, who wants to put something on their face they don’t like the smell of right? I’d highly recommend this product! It’s affordable and beautiful.

The cleanser has a very liquid consistency, where you genuinely only need a little bit as it spreads easily. The consistency when applied also feels kinda like smearing your face with jelly. The fresh pineapple smell is absolutely divine. After consistently using this daily for just over a week I have noticed a subtle increase in my skin breaking out but can't be sure that the two are linked as there are potentially other factors causing that as well. The bottle the cleanser comes in is easy to use and I imagine there will be minimal wastage based on design and overall consistency. After I've used the gel I do notice a reduction in redness to my cheeks and forehead and my skin does feel clean and brighter.

This cleanser is a clear gel with a runny consistency. It lathers lightly and has a slippery texture. It does have a significant pineapple fragrance (perfume) that I enjoy but others may find strong.

I can’t comment on its makeup removing abilities because I have not worn a full face of makeup in a while, but it does remove light concealer and brow powder easily. It didn’t sting my eyes and it rinses away leaving skin feeling fresh.

I have dry skin and didn’t feel like I had to rush to moisturise my skin straight after using this cleanser - it did not leave me with a stripped feeling (but definitely still need to moisturise).

I can’t tell if this cleanser has made my skin brighter at all - I haven’t been using it for long enough, and it’s unlikely that a cleanser would be able to have significant brightening effects due to the low concentration of actives and little time it is on the skin.

I do enjoy using it and don’t see anything wrong with it, but will probably purchase other cleansers over this when it runs out.