This cleanser is really gentle yet effective. I always double cleanse my face and I use this as my second cleanser. It never strips my face out of moisture and never ever irritates my skin. I have super dry skin, so I don’t feel my skin sucked out of moisture after using this. Of course I feel dry after 5 minutes of using this if I don’t apply any moisturizer over top. I never experience any breakouts, rash or sensitivity while using this. It never blurs my vision while or after using. This is probably my 5th or 6th bottle and I really enjoy this cleanser. PS- I bought this product with my own money and This is my Honest Review

This cleanser is seriously impressive! It's a gentle and effective gel cleanser that removes dirt, makeup, and impurities without stripping the skin of its natural moisture. It's perfect for all skin types, including sensitive skin. I've been using this cleanser for a while now, and I'm loving the results. It leaves my skin feeling clean, refreshed, and balanced. The texture is lightweight and jelly-like, making it easy to apply and rinse off. Plus, it has a subtle natural scent that adds to the overall pleasant experience. One of the standout features of this cleanser is its ingredient list. It's formulated with a blend of nourishing ingredients like glycerin, marula oil, and cantaloupe extract. These ingredients help to hydrate and soothe the skin while providing ... MoreThis cleanser is seriously impressive! It's a gentle and effective gel cleanser that removes dirt, makeup, and impurities without stripping the skin of its natural moisture. It's perfect for all skin types, including sensitive skin. I've been using this cleanser for a while now, and I'm loving the results. It leaves my skin feeling clean, refreshed, and balanced. The texture is lightweight and jelly-like, making it easy to apply and rinse off. Plus, it has a subtle natural scent that adds to the overall pleasant experience. One of the standout features of this cleanser is its ingredient list. It's formulated with a blend of nourishing ingredients like glycerin, marula oil, and cantaloupe extract. These ingredients help to hydrate and soothe the skin while providing antioxidant benefits. It's also free from harsh ingredients like sulfates, parabens, and artificial fragrances, which is a big plus. I've noticed that my skin looks clearer and more radiant since incorporating this cleanser into my skincare routine. It doesn't leave any residue or tight feeling on the skin, which is a common issue with some cleansers. It's gentle enough to use daily and doesn't cause any irritation or breakouts. Overall, I highly recommend the Drunk Elephant Jelly Cleanser if you're looking for a gentle yet effective cleanser that will leave your skin feeling clean, refreshed, and nourished. Give it a try, and I'm sure you'll love it as much as I do!

Actually really good!

I try a lot of beauty brands, always open to something new. Looking for "the one" cleanser that I just love-love and this might be it. I have been a long time user of Dermalogica's Daily Superfoliant and Daily Milkfoliant, and DHC's Deep Cleansing (pre-cleanse) oil (which are both 10/10 great), but my skin was just missing having a gel cleanser. The 'foliants' I have been using are gentle and so is this Beste No. 9 cleanser, I was reeeeeally skeptical that it might just be pricey standard gel cleanser but had to try it. And OMG. There's no fragrance and with just a little water it lathers so much, I used a pea. Literally actually probably smaller than a pea and it was perfect. It's not like a regular gel, it does actually feel different in texture. My skin didn't ... MoreI try a lot of beauty brands, always open to something new. Looking for "the one" cleanser that I just love-love and this might be it. I have been a long time user of Dermalogica's Daily Superfoliant and Daily Milkfoliant, and DHC's Deep Cleansing (pre-cleanse) oil (which are both 10/10 great), but my skin was just missing having a gel cleanser. The 'foliants' I have been using are gentle and so is this Beste No. 9 cleanser, I was reeeeeally skeptical that it might just be pricey standard gel cleanser but had to try it. And OMG. There's no fragrance and with just a little water it lathers so much, I used a pea. Literally actually probably smaller than a pea and it was perfect. It's not like a regular gel, it does actually feel different in texture. My skin didn't get red or have that dry/taut feeling you sometimes get after washing. Absolutely 10/10 - I don't understand the bad reviews tbh.

Average overpriced cleanser

This cleanser is a perfect example of why I never jump on trends! I’m so glad I had a sample on hand as this product is average at best. That’s why I kindly gave it 2 stars - it’s not bad, but it’s not great either, especially at that price wow. I don’t like gel cleansers very much , this applies nicely, no foaming as such, sort of a milky rich texture. But I didn’t like the feeling after - you know that squeaky clean feeling, that you skin feels stripped of everything ? Yeah, it does that, not a fan. I have combination oily skin and I wouldn’t recommend this. Maybe if it was much much cheaper, but at this price ? There is better out there. Don’t fall for the big name

Decent for makeup removal, terrible for eyes

This is good at getting rid of makeup with a small amount of product. My skin feels no worse or less after washing it away compared to other cleansers or water only. My major issue with this however is how extremely irritating it is for the eyes. Forget about using this to clean mascara off. Best case scenario your eyes will be stinging for 10 minutes, worst case I experienced severe irritation overnight and I still had lingering inflammation the next day, even though I applied it away from my eyes. So I just use it to wash the lower half of my face, I don't even risk using it on my forehead lest some of it run near my eye area. As I prefer cleaners that can be used near the eyes I won't be repurchasing.

Essentials

Ever since I tried Drunk Elephant’s Protini Polypeptide Cream, I’ve been floored. Thus, when I saw the Sephora’s birthday set included a miniature version of this moisturizer and the Beste No.9 Jelly Cleanser, I was so excited to get my hands on it! Without further ado, here is my review of the brand’s face cleanser.The product comes packaged in a cute, white squeezable tube with a neon orange cap. In this version, the cap twists up to release the formula. Although I haven’t faced any issues with this packaging, there have been reports that it does cause a bit of leakage if it isn’t closed back firmly. The full-sized tube however, has a standard flip cap, which should be sturdier. The ingredients and directions for use are printed on the back of the tube In terms ... MoreEver since I tried Drunk Elephant’s Protini Polypeptide Cream, I’ve been floored. Thus, when I saw the Sephora’s birthday set included a miniature version of this moisturizer and the Beste No.9 Jelly Cleanser, I was so excited to get my hands on it! Without further ado, here is my review of the brand’s face cleanser.The product comes packaged in a cute, white squeezable tube with a neon orange cap. In this version, the cap twists up to release the formula. Although I haven’t faced any issues with this packaging, there have been reports that it does cause a bit of leakage if it isn’t closed back firmly. The full-sized tube however, has a standard flip cap, which should be sturdier. The ingredients and directions for use are printed on the back of the tube In terms of formula, this cleanser was a little different than I expected. Since it has been categorized as a jelly formula, I was surprised to see that the consistency was more like that of a runny gel. The cleanser spreads easily on damp skin, without irritating it. Although it goes on clear, it lathers up slightly to a white solution. If you are used to foaming formulas, you will find that this one lathers up much less as it is free of certain surfactants. It rinses off easily, without leaving a film or residue behind. Although the product has no added fragrances or essentials oils, it does have a faint, fresh scent of melons

Expensive: doesn't do anything yet drying

Cleansers are almost always the cheapest - bore bang for your buck - product sold by brands regardless of how high end or not they are. This is definitely on the more mid-high priced end which matches the cost of the rest of the products by Drunk Elephant. Now that would be find if this even did the simple job of making my skin feel clean - but I felt my skin still had any product I had used in the day time still on my face. I have tried to use this to wash off mascara, and another time to only wash a non-greasy tinted sunscreen that none of my other gentle cleansers have a problem washing off first try.But this not only did no cleaning, but left my skin feeling a bit tight afterwards as well - I ended up following up with a cleansing mask I trust both times to ... MoreCleansers are almost always the cheapest - bore bang for your buck - product sold by brands regardless of how high end or not they are. This is definitely on the more mid-high priced end which matches the cost of the rest of the products by Drunk Elephant. Now that would be find if this even did the simple job of making my skin feel clean - but I felt my skin still had any product I had used in the day time still on my face. I have tried to use this to wash off mascara, and another time to only wash a non-greasy tinted sunscreen that none of my other gentle cleansers have a problem washing off first try.But this not only did no cleaning, but left my skin feeling a bit tight afterwards as well - I ended up following up with a cleansing mask I trust both times to make sure my skin wasn't too dried out for my next skincare steps and to prevent any dehydration irritation arising.This really is a big disappointment as I have enjoyed using a few serum and moisturizer samples I have gotten over the last couple of years. But this was part of a previous birthday git duo pack from Sephora so I'm just stuck with a very useless cleanser I, at best, will use as a body wash, otherwise I'll finish it up as a hand wash.The ingredients being fragrance free and all kinds of "clean" mean nothing if it leaves my skin gasping for hydration while still being left dirty. Hopefully they reformulate or come out with a new cleanser to match the quality of their other products.

Improves skin and appearance

I recently started using Drunk Elephant Beste™ No.9 Jelly Cleanser, and I have to say, I'm really impressed with this product. This cleanser promises to remove makeup, dirt, and oil without stripping the skin, and it definitely delivers on those claims. The texture of the cleanser is lightweight and jelly-like, and it lathers up nicely when mixed with water. It effectively removes all traces of makeup, dirt, and oil from my skin without leaving it feeling dry or tight. One of the standout ingredients in this cleanser is marula oil, which is known for its hydrating and nourishing properties. Additionally, the cleanser contains a blend of other high-quality ingredients, including glycerin, which helps to moisturize the skin, and mild surfactants that effectively ... MoreI recently started using Drunk Elephant Beste™ No.9 Jelly Cleanser, and I have to say, I'm really impressed with this product. This cleanser promises to remove makeup, dirt, and oil without stripping the skin, and it definitely delivers on those claims. The texture of the cleanser is lightweight and jelly-like, and it lathers up nicely when mixed with water. It effectively removes all traces of makeup, dirt, and oil from my skin without leaving it feeling dry or tight. One of the standout ingredients in this cleanser is marula oil, which is known for its hydrating and nourishing properties. Additionally, the cleanser contains a blend of other high-quality ingredients, including glycerin, which helps to moisturize the skin, and mild surfactants that effectively cleanse the skin without stripping it of its natural oils. One thing I really appreciate about this cleanser is that it's fragrance-free, which is a must-have for anyone with sensitive skin. I also appreciate that it's free of potentially harmful ingredients like parabens, sulfates, and phthalates. Overall, I would highly recommend Drunk Elephant Beste™ No.9 Jelly Cleanser to anyone looking for an effective and gentle cleanser that effectively removes makeup, dirt, and oil without stripping the skin. It's a bit on the pricey side, but in my opinion, it's worth the investment for the high-quality ingredients and noticeable improvement in my skin's texture and appearance.

Solid Cleanser, Nothing to Rave About...

The Good: This is a solid cleanser, I've bought the large size after getting a few samples a while back. I believe it's best suited as a gentle morning cleanser, emphasis on the gentle. This will not give you a deep-pore type of clean feeling by any means. The smell is honestly best comparable to the smell of honeydew melon or cantaloupe, not the artificial kind but the smell of the fresh fruit being sliced. I quite enjoy it and oftentimes tag-a-long the minis (which usually come in DE larger sets) on my travels with my as a morning/day cleanser. This is true to it's name, it really is a gel-like consistency but it's not a thick/chunky kind of "jelly" either.The Bad: Okay, I must preface I do enjoy this product but it is quite drying. For a jelly cleanser, one ... MoreThe Good: This is a solid cleanser, I've bought the large size after getting a few samples a while back. I believe it's best suited as a gentle morning cleanser, emphasis on the gentle. This will not give you a deep-pore type of clean feeling by any means. The smell is honestly best comparable to the smell of honeydew melon or cantaloupe, not the artificial kind but the smell of the fresh fruit being sliced. I quite enjoy it and oftentimes tag-a-long the minis (which usually come in DE larger sets) on my travels with my as a morning/day cleanser. This is true to it's name, it really is a gel-like consistency but it's not a thick/chunky kind of "jelly" either.The Bad: Okay, I must preface I do enjoy this product but it is quite drying. For a jelly cleanser, one would usually expect a little bit more hydration. You aren't going to get that. It's not an exaggerated type of drying and it's nothing a little moisturizer or oil doesn't fix which usually come after the cleanser anyways, but it was slightly off-putting to me when I first tried the cleanser a while back. The rests (to me, personally) are nothing to really rave about. When I really love a product I talk about it with friends/family but I can't recall me every mentioning or recommending this to anyone. It's simply not a "memorable" type of cleanser. "Nothing to rave about" so-to-speak.The Ugly/Honest: Even though I have purchased the large size previously, I have not (and will not) be buying it again. I'm fine with only getting the minis in my DE sets and using them for travel. It's not a bad cleanser, but there's so much better out there. I love Drunk Elephant and I can safely say this is not one of their best products by any means.

Very drying

The ingredients in this cleanser read very good, yet it wouldn't be the first time that a "clean" product has caused issues for my super sensitive skin. I found this cleanser to be very drying. My first clue should have been the tags on the package. "Purifying", "dissolves" and "removes all traces off" aren't words that suggest gentleness. I also have to give props to the Drunk Elephant staff for their honesty. On the box, again, it says they suggest skipping morning cleansing, and I think that's because they know this product is harsh and cannot be used twice a day. All in all, I would only recommend people with oily skin try this cleanser. There's nothing bad in it, it's just more effective than my skin can take it.