Gentle Milk Cleanser

Name: Avene Gentle Milk Cleanser
Brand: Avene

cleanser

Overall score6.3

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Avene Gentle Milk Cleanser scores 6.3/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (8.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Mineral Oil

Petroleum-derived emollient

#3Propylene Glycol

Moisture-binding humectant and penetration enhancer

#4Peg-6 Stearate

PEG-based emulsifier

Score breakdown

Overall

6.3

Hydration Efficacy4.7

Irritation Risk9.5

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Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency7.5

Formulation Safety8.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes Avene Gentle Milk Cleanser stand out

Avene Gentle Milk Cleanser is a decent cleanser with an overall score of 6.3/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Mineral Oil, Propylene Glycol, C14-22 Alcohols — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula

May not suit

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Mineral Oil
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
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Propylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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C14-22 Alcohols
Softens and smooths — #9 in the INCI list
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Capryl Glycol
Draws in moisture — #10 in the INCI list
✶
Sodium Hyaluronate
Draws in moisture — #14 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

16 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Water (Avène Thermal Spring Water)#2Mineral Oil #3Propylene Glycol #4Peg-6 Stearate #5Peg-32 Stearate #62-Hexanediol #7Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer #8C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside #9C14-22 Alcohols #10Capryl Glycol #11Carbomer #12Fragrance #13Palmitic Acid #14Sodium Hyaluronate #15Sodium Hydroxide #16Stearic Acid

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Ingredient breakdown

Holds the formula together6
Draws in moisture3
Softens and smooths2
Formula balancers2
Other ingredient1
Keeps the product fresh1
Added scent1

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