Okay, so I was skeptical at first about trying a 'basics' brand for my acne-prone skin, but WOW this stuff actually works!

The texture is thinner than what I'm used to (looking at you Neutrogena), but honestly? I prefer it this way. It spreads easier and doesn't feel gunky when applying.

Here's the real tea - it cleans SO well without that awful tight, dry feeling. My skin feels fresh but not stripped. I've been using it twice daily for weeks now and my breakouts have seriously calmed down.

About the scent...it's not perfumey (which I like) but does smell a bit clinical? Not offensive though, and it completely disappears after rinsing.

Pro tip: The pump can be tricky at first - turns out I was just being dumb and not twisting it properly 😅 Once you get the hang of it, the packaging is actually super convenient.

For the price? Absolute steal. Does exactly what my expensive name-brand wash did at half the cost. Already ordered my second bottle!