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Balancing Cream Cleanser

The first step to clear, balanced skin. This clarifying cream-to-foam cleanser gently removes makeup, SPF, oil, and buildup without stripping for skin that feels soft, smooth, and comforted. 

Powered by AB Science with TFC5™. 

Deep Cleanse Oil Control Gentle

  • Deeply cleanses, removing oil, makeup, SPF, and daily buildup without stripping skin
  • Clears pores and balances oil for all-day shine control and fewer visible blemishes
  • Boosts hydration post-wash, leaving skin more plump and comfortable, never dry or tight.
  • Refines skin texture, leaving it softer and smoother

Clinically Proven. Sensitive-Skin Safe. Derm-Tested. Cruelty-Free. 

Every morning and night, dispense into wet hands and apply to face. Massage then rinse thoroughly. For best results, follow with the Supercharged Glow Complex and Renewal Cream. 

TFC5™

Prebiotic Blend

Biolipid Complex

Tsubaki Oil

Saccharide Complex

Chlorella Algae Extract

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Complete The Routine

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Renewal Cream

Smoothing, strengthening daily moisturizer

$128.00
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Supercharged Glow Complex

Vitamin-rich brightening, firming complex

$138.00
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“My morning-and-night reset - it deeply cleanses without the tight feel and leaves my skin clear, balanced, and hydrated. It’s a lifesaver on the road.”

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DUA™: Powered by Augustinus Bader Science
DUA™: Powered by Augustinus Bader Science
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BREAKTHROUGH SCIENCE

TFC5™

DUA™ is powered by TFC5™, a proprietary technology tailored for skin with minimal to moderate damage. It delivers renewal signals in a more measured way and promotes the skin’s natural health by supporting its barrier and enhancing long-term elasticity.

Vegan
Cruelty-free
Fragrance-free
Sensitive skin-safe
Dermatologist-tested
Non-stripping
Clean
Vegan
Cruelty-free
Fragrance-free
Sensitive skin-safe
Dermatologist-tested
Non-stripping
Clean
Vegan
Cruelty-free
Fragrance-free
Sensitive skin-safe
Dermatologist-tested
Non-stripping
Clean
Vegan
Cruelty-free
Fragrance-free
Sensitive skin-safe
Dermatologist-tested
Non-stripping
Clean
Vegan
Cruelty-free
Fragrance-free
Sensitive skin-safe
Dermatologist-tested
Non-stripping
Clean

Key Ingredients

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Key Ingredients

Balances and promotes a healthy skin microbiome, visibly reducing blemishes.

Locks in long-lasting moisture and prevents post-wash dryness.

Nourishes and gently melts away makeup and impurities.

Hydrates, softens, and plumps cleansed skin.

Controls oil, soothes irritation, and strengthens the skin barrier.

FAQs

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FAQs

Use the Balancing Cream Cleanser as the first step in your routine – morning and night. It gently washes away excess oil, impurities, SPF, and long-wear makeup, leaving skin soft, balanced, and prepped for your skincare routine. We recommend following with the Supercharged Glow Complex and Renewal Cream.

DUA’s Balancing Cream Cleanser is designed for all skin types – including sensitive and blemish-prone skin. It’s non-comedogenic, and tested on sensitive skin and a diverse range of skin needs to ensure optimal performance without irritation.

Yes. DUA’s Balancing Cream Cleanser is tested for safety, tolerance, and effectiveness. It’s dermatologist-tested and has undergone independent, third-party clinical and user trials to verify measurable, visible results.

Yes. DUA’s Balancing Cream Cleanser is vegan, fragrance-free, and formulated without known irritants such as sulfates, parabens, silicones or mineral oil. It’s pregnancy and breastfeeding safe, but we recommend consulting with a qualified physician or medical professional if you are pregnant or nursing and have any concerns.

TFC5™ is a proprietary technology tailored for skin with minimal to moderate damage. It delivers renewal signals in a more measured way and promotes the skin’s natural health by supporting its barrier and enhancing long-term elasticity. This breakthrough complex combines biomimetic peptides, moisture-enhancing proteins, and protective antioxidants to provide essential nourishment while promoting renewal in line with the skin’s needs. Backed by over 35 years of pioneering research, TFC5™ represents an approach to skin optimization perfectly suited to maintaining healthy skin today while actively safeguarding its future.

Overall rating: 4.932039 / 5 from 103 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

This balancing cream cleanser effectively removes makeup, SPF, oil, and buildup without stripping, leaving skin feeling clean, balanced, and comfortable. It is highly praised for its gentle yet effective cleansing action and the positive sensation it provides.

Summary topics

  • Cleansing Effectiveness: 46%
  • Skin Sensation: 28%
  • Skin Balance: 37%

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Review highlights

  • "Love the cleanser - skin feels clean and fresh, and no irritation."Jackie M.
  • "My skin feels smoother brighter and more hydrated and I noticed a difference pretty quickly."Leena B.
  • "My skin feels so fresh and looks better."Marianna Č.

Reviews

Best cleanser EVER !

"I’m usually not a big cleanser person… I normally prefer micellar water. . but this is honestly the only cleanser I truly love. After cleansing before going to bed, my skin genuinely feels like I have brand new skin. It feels so fresh, clean, and soft without ever feeling stripped."

claire p. (5/5)

Literally one of the best

"Literally one of the best cleansers I have ever tried! Skin feels so soft and silky after washing the cleanser off. Great product; skincare lovers should definitely give this one a try!:)"

Abel V. (5/5)

I loved this! Great consistency,

"I loved this! Great consistency, good price, good amount, foams up nicely, doesn’t strip skin. I would be happy to continue to use this as my daily cleanser."

Zinet M. (5/5)

Amazing product

"Absolutely love this face wash, it’s gentle and leaves my skin nice and clean. Since I strayed using the trio my skin has become clearer and brighter."

Edita L. (5/5)

I really like this

"Very smooth and gentle, not enough for the imperfections in my combo skin so i just like to use it once in the evening. Hydrating gentle and smooth on the face"

Noof A. (4/5)

Love the products. All of

"Love the products. All of them but my fave is the cleanser. Made my skin smooth and fresh looking. It is easy and effective on a daily basis."

Zsófia H. (5/5)

Genuinely the best cleanser I

"Genuinely the best cleanser I have used. I have tried a few different cleansers before, all of which stripped my skin and made it feel dry and tight. This cleanser, along with the moisturiser, has made my skin amazing. I have had a ton of issues with my skin being very red and flakey and after using this product I have not struggled with those issues one bit! Amazing products, I am obsessed!"

James H. (5/5)

Just love it

"I’ve been using Dua by AB, and my skin is glowing so much it feels like I’m living in New Rules—hydrated, balanced, and finally doing things right. Simple, gentle, and super easy to stick to."

Medina M. (5/5)

Amazing product! ❤️❤️

"Amazing product! ❤️❤️"

Ilaria L. (5/5)

"Práctico pero no una pasada. Hay mucha competencia"

Paloma (4/5)

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