The Foaming Cleanser

Key Benefits
  • Lifts grime, impurities and long-wear makeup from the skin
  • Does not strip the skin or disrupt the skin’s microbiome
  • Balances, refreshes and purifies the skin for a healthy, clear complexion 
  • Hydrates the skin and helps support the moisture barrier to prevent water loss
  • Helps combat the signs of aging and damage from environmental stressors
Visible Results
  • 99% agree this product cleanses without stripping or drying the skin
  • 97% agree skin looks brighter 
  • 97% agree The Foaming Cleanser helps with oil control
  • 99% agree pores are de-congested and skin is cleared 
  • See clinical and user trials.
About
  • A lightweight cream-to-foam texture
  • Clean. Formulated without irritants, allergens, or synthetic fragrance. Vegan.
  • Ideal for normal to oily skin types
  • See ingredients.
  • Free From List.

 

How To Apply

  • Apply a dime-sized amount to damp skin. 
  • Gently massage in circular motions to create a rich lather.
  • Rinse thoroughly. 
  • Follow with your Augustinus Bader skincare routine. 
  • Can be used as a second step in a double cleanse with The Cleansing Balm.
Duration: 35s
THE EVIDENCE IS IN

Clinically Proven Results

BLEMISHES, PORES & OIL-CONTROL

91%

Appearance of pores was reduced by

30%

Skin sebum reduced by

82%

The appearance of skin blemishes reduced by

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HYDRATE & CALM

165%

Skin hydration improved by

23%

Trans epidermal water loss reduced by

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BRIGHTNESS, TONE & TEXTURE

100%

showed improvement in skin tone & texture

100%

showed improved skin luminosity

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DIVE INTO THE EVIDENCE

User Proven Results

The Foaming Cleanser

100%

agree skin feels soft and smooth

99%

agree this product cleanses without stripping or drying the skin

97%

agree skin looks more luminous

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The Foaming Cleanser

98%

agree skin texture is more even

97%

agree The Foaming Cleanser helps with oil control

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The Beauty of TFC8®

Our proven results are powered by Professor Bader's TFC8®, Trigger Factor Complex TFC™ - a proprietary blend of natural amino acids, high-grade vitamins and peptides - and inspired by over 30 years of research, innovation and clinical study.

1

TFC8® technology guides key nutrients and powerful natural ingredients to the skin, creating and supporting an optimal environment for cellular renewal.

2

TFC8® turns potent base formulations into smarter, adaptive skincare capable of addressing individualized concerns - such as the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, redness, hyperpigmentation, cellulite, stretch marks, and damage caused by external stressors.

3

TFC8® nourishes and protects, training the skin for the long-term. Resulting skin looks and feels healthier, firmer, stronger, and more even over time.

CLEAN & HIGH QUALITY

Key Ingredients

Augustinus Bader skincare is formulated with sustainably-sourced, high-potency botanicals and bio-engineered clean actives, where possible, to minimize environmental impact.


THE FOAMING CLEANSER


Powered by our patented TFC8® technology and formulated with clean super-hydrators and potent botanicals, including evening Langsat Leaf Extract and renewing Orobanche Rapum Extract.


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Langsat Leaf Extract

A Vietnamese, nutrient-rich extract, this antioxidant powerhouse helps even skin tone for a luminous complexion.

Orobanche Rapum Extract

This restorative active helps accelerate the skin's natural renewal cycle, promoting exfoliation while balancing the skin's microflora and reinforcing the skin barrier. For a smooth, refreshed, even complexion.

Niacinamide

A multi-tasking vitamin easily recognized by your own skin. Helps to calm skin, reduce redness, make pores less visible, diminish fine lines and wrinkles, and boost luminosity.

Moringa Oil

Rich in oleic acid, an essential fatty acid, is known for its intensely hydrating, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties while also combatting the signs of aging for glowing, clear, even skin.

Chilean Soapbark Extract

Rich in Saponins, this natural extract helps remove excess oil while preventing water loss, leaving skin feeling clean, soft, and replenished.

Find Your Cleanser.

The Foaming Cleanser

Texture: Lightweight, cream-to-foam texture

Key Benefits: Cleansing & Brightening

Ideal For Type: Normal to oily skin types

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The Cream Cleansing Gel 

Texture: Lightweight, gel texture

Key Benefits: Cleansing & Purifying 

Ideal For: All skin types

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The Cleansing Balm

Texture: Balm oil

Key Benefits: Cleansing & Nourishing 

Ideal For Type: Normal to dry skin types, stubborn makeup

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THE FOAMING CLEANSER

Conscious Design

This formula is housed in a PE Green tube made of 94% sugar cane. Carton is FSC certified. Carton, liner and leaflet are recyclable.

120 AWARDS IN 5 YEARS

In just 5 Years, Augustinus Bader has garnered an unprecedented 120 industry-coveted awards.


Inspired by three decades of groundbreaking research by a world-leading specialist, Augustinus Bader is backed by the highest caliber of applied science in the industry.


From top honors in innovation to "Best of Beauty," the industry's most experienced and discerning judges have spoken no fewer than 120 times.

Esquire: Best in Face - 2023 Grooming Awards
ESQUIRE Best in Face - 2023 Grooming Awards

"Instantly soothe, depuff, and wake up tired-looking eyes with an added dose of Bader’s proprietary anti-aging formula."

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Vogue: Best Night Cream
Vogue Best Night Cream

The Rich Cream & The Cream. 2023.

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InStyle: Best Cleanser for Oily & Acne-Prone Skin
InStyle Best Cleanser for Oily & Acne-Prone Skin

"This cleanser strikes the perfect balance of stripping away the heaviest makeup and debris — while also being very gentle and hydrating on the skin."

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Beauty Life Magazine: Top 10 Serums
Beauty Life Magazine Top 10 Serums

"The Serum of Augustinus Bader is a must-have for those seeking radiant, youthful, and healthier-looking skin."

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Harper's Bazaar: 2023 Anti-Aging Skincare Award
HARPER'S BAZAAR 2023 Anti-Aging Skincare Award

"Exfoliation and hydration aren’t mutually exclusive with The Essence toner, which reveals new skin with a blend of proven acids and boosts hydration with glycerin and hyaluronic acid."

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Allure: Reader's Choice Winner 2022
ALLURE Reader's Choice Winner 2022

"Augustinus Bader has become the runaway beauty industry success story of our time."

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Glamour: Beauty Awards 2022
GLAMOUR Beauty Awards 2022

"My on-and-off relationship with eye cream has become a full-blown commitment."

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British Vogue: Best Beauty Expert Bottled
British Vogue Best Beauty Expert Bottled

The Cream. 2023.

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Cosmopolitan: Best Cleansing Balm
Cosmopolitan Best Cleansing Balm

"If you aren’t already double-cleansing, then let this balm be your reminder to get to it. It’s a luxe avocado- and olive-fruit-based cleanser that removes makeup like a dream."

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Marie Claire: Best Shampoo for Damaged Hair
Marie Claire Best Shampoo for Damaged Hair

"The formula is ideal for over-manipulated hair that is in desperate need of extra TLC. Judge, Ricardo Vila Nova described it as a “high performer and high-tech product that delivers longterm results.”

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The Foaming Cleanser is a first-of-its-kind formula leveraging proprietary TFC8® technology for skin cell renewal in a non-stripping foam cleanser. This clean formulation ensures skin barrier integrity while hydrating, evening and adding luminosity to the skin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I decide between The Foaming Cleanser & The Cream Cleansing Gel?

There are a few key differences between The Foaming Cleanser, The Cream Cleansing Gel, and The Cleansing Balm.


The Foaming Cleanser is a lightweight, cream-to-foam texture that leaves skin feeling clean, yet hydrated and velvety smooth. It helps address concerns around excess oil, congestion and dullness, helping to brighten and clear the complexion. The Foaming Cleanser is formulated for all skin types, and ideal for those with oily, blemish-prone skin.


The Cream Cleansing Gel is best for those who prefer a lightweight, hydrating cleanser that gently cleanses while soothing and replenishing with a refreshingly light touch. The Cream Cleansing Gel is formulated for all skin types, and ideal for those with dry and stressed or redness-prone skin.


The Cleansing Balm is perfect for an ultra-moisturizing cleansing experience. An oil-based cleanser that breaks down and lifts away dirt, make-up and impurities that congest pores. Our unique blend of oils nourishes and hydrates the skin, making your face noticeably softer to the touch, more balanced, and more glowy. The Cleansing Balm works for all skin types, even if you’re oily or acne-prone.

Is The Foaming Cleanser suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, The Foaming Cleanser is formulated for all skin types, including sensitive, and both men and women can use it in their routines. The Foaming Cleanser is a cleanly crafted formula that respects the pH and microbiome of the skin. It contains calming Niacinamide and hydrating Moringa Oil, however we recommend checking the ingredients carefully if you have very sensitive skin and consulting your doctor if you have any concerns.

Is The Foaming Cleanser packaging recyclable?

The Foaming Cleanser tube is constructed from PE Green made up of 94% sugar cane. The carton is FSC Certified. The carton and liner are 100% recyclable.

Is The Foaming Cleanser pregnancy & breast-feeding safe?

Yes, The Foaming Cleanser is pregnancy safe, but we recommend consulting with a qualified physician or medical professional if you are pregnant or nursing and have any concerns.

What skincare concerns does The Foaming Cleanser address?

The Foaming Cleanser targets concerns around excess oil, congestion and dullness, helping to brighten and clear the complexion.

Is The Foaming Cleanser fragrance-free, cruelty-free, vegan-friendly and free from?

Yes, The Foaming Cleanser is 100% vegan and formulated without irritants, gluten, GMOs, parabens, synthetic fragrance, sulfates (SLS & SLES), silicones, phthalates, DEA, heavy metals, talc, and petrolatum/paraffin/mineral oil.

Does The Foaming Cleanser work for men and women?

Yes, The Foaming Cleanser can be used by men and women.

What makes The Foaming Cleanser foam?

The Foaming Cleanser contains Chilean Soapbark Extract, a natural foaming agent. Rich in Saponins, this extract also helps remove excess oil while preventing water loss, leaving skin feeling clean, soft, and replenished.

Does The Foaming Cleanser remove waterproof makeup?

Yes, The Foaming Cleanser may be used alone to remove long-wear makeup. In a 12-week Consumer Perception Study of 105 m/f, ages 18-70, 99% agree long-wear makeup is removed. You can also use The Cleansing Balm prior to The Foaming Cleanser for an even more thorough and nourishing cleanse.

Is The Foaming Cleanser safe to use around the eyes?

Yes, The Foaming Cleanser is safe for use around the eyes.

Can anyone use The Foaming Cleanser (Dry skin, oily skin, etc.)?

Yes, The Foaming Cleanser is formulated for all skin types. It is especially great for those with more oily skin.

Does The Foaming Cleanser improve skin texture?

Yes, The Foaming Cleanser improves skin texture. In a 4-week Clinical Trial of 33 m/f, ages 18-70, 100% of participants showed improvement in skin tone & texture.

How much product should I use?

We recommend applying a dime-sized amount to damp skin.

Will The Foaming Cleanser strip the skin?

No, The Foaming Cleanser is formulated with respect for the skin pH and microbiome, helping to keep skin balanced and healthy. In a 12-week Consumer Perception Study of 105 m/f, ages 18-70, 99% agree this product cleanses without stripping or drying the skin.

Is The Foaming Cleanser gluten-free?

Yes, The Foaming Cleanser is gluten-free.