Question 1

The label says no harsh chemicals but ingredients are all chemicals. Can someone give me a breakdown on the ingredients and what they are?

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You can look them individually into the ewg.org database (environmental working group) to get an idea.   I consider a rating of 3 out of 10 in an ingredient acceptable for EXTERNAL usage, such as this product, but you have to decide for yourself what is acceptable** .  For this product:  All ingredients were rated 1-3 Except for PHENOXYETHANOL, and BHT, both of which carry a 4 out of 10 rating.  BHT is dead last in the ingredient list--means the tiniest bit.  They are both generally used as preservatives.  Seems PHENOXYETHANOL is of concern due to some evidence somewhere of someone having allergic/irritation of eyes/lung/skin--It says this particualr rating is based on "Limited" data.   
**sometimes a rating concern arises NOT because of the ingredient itself, but because the ingredient COULD--or could not-- be contaminated with something by the people who make the ingredient, not the people making the product...So do you trust the product manufacturer to be careful of their sourcing?  It goes to show how tough it is to really say is something a problem.  Good Luck!   
PS, I do like the product, I have only mildly sensitive skin and I prefer this to CeraVe or Cetaphil, as it leaves the skin feeling soft not tight, but also feeling clean (sometimes you don't feel that with some cleansers, IMHO).

Question 2

Is makeup remover still required to remove waterproof makeup, or is this cleanser enough?

Accepted Answer

I haven't had to use an extra product, but I don't wear a lot of heavy makeup either....it's removed mascara and eyeshadow for me just fine though.  I LOVE IT!

Question 3

Does it come out of the pump bottle as a foam, or a cream, or a gel? thank you.

Accepted Answer

It pumps out of the bottle more like a creme or thin lotion, then foams when you add water.

Question 4

Is this acceptable for those with combination skin on the oilier side, acne-prone, with natural redness on cheeks below eye sockets?

Accepted Answer

I am 26 with combo skin. I was acne prone. I tried this and ever since then I have had only ONE breakout in 3 months. I just use my hands to gently wash my face 2x in the shower. I do recommend it. Doesnt irritate me at all.

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Garnier SkinActive Gentle Sulfate-Free Foaming Face Wash, 13.5 Ounce

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