Then I Met You Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel 3.38 oz — Vegan PHA Exfoliating Hydrating Cleanser

Then I Met You Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel is a gentle, vegan Korean gel cleanser that removes water-based impurities and makeup while hydrating with fermented rice and centella.

This lightweight gel is formulated as the second step in a double-cleanse routine to lift away sweat, sunscreen residue, and daylong makeup without stripping natural moisture. It uses gluconolactone (a plant-derived PHA) for mild exfoliation, plus a botanical blend—fermented rice water, centella asiatica, tea tree, green tea, and licorice—to clarify, soothe, and support a balanced complexion. The formula is sulfate-free, alcohol-free, fragrance-free, and cruelty-free, making it suitable for sensitive skin and travel-ready at 3.38 oz.

How does this gel fit into a double-cleanse routine?

Start with an oil-based cleanser or balm to dissolve heavy makeup and SPF, then follow with this gel to remove water-soluble residue and impurities. It finishes the cleanse without overdrying, leaving skin soft and comfortable for serums and moisturizers.

• Designed specifically as the second-step water-based cleanser.
• Lifts sweat, dirt, and makeup remnants safely.
• Maintains skin’s natural hydration post-cleanse.

Will this exfoliate without irritating sensitive skin?

The cleanser uses gluconolactone, a gentle PHA exfoliant that smooths texture and clears pores while attracting moisture, unlike harsher AHAs or physical scrubs. Combined with centella and green tea, the formula soothes and helps reduce visible redness during regular use.

• Gluconolactone offers mild, non-abrasive exfoliation.
• Centella asiatica and green tea calm and protect the skin barrier.
• Free from sulfates, alcohol, synthetic fragrance, and parabens.

Which botanical ingredients deliver hydration and brightening?

Fermented rice water and glycerin provide humectant hydration and a smoother surface, while licorice root supports brightening and antioxidant protection. Tea tree and green tea contribute clarifying and calming properties to help maintain a clear, even-looking complexion.

• Fermented rice water for nourishment and surface clarity.
• Licorice root for brightening and antioxidant support.
• Tea tree and green tea for antibacterial and calming benefits.

Is this formula travel- and skin-friendly for daily use?

Yes—at 3.38 oz the gel is TSA-compliant and sized for gym bags, carry-ons, and bedside cleanses. Its clean-beauty profile and gentle actives make it appropriate for daily morning and evening use as long as you monitor skin reaction when introducing exfoliating ingredients.

• 3.38 oz travel-size fits carry-on and toiletry kits.
• Vegan, cruelty-free, and free of common irritants.
• Suitable for everyday cleansing when paired with sunscreen and moisturizer routines.

Who is this for: Then I Met You Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel is aimed at anyone seeking a gentle yet effective second-step cleanser—especially those with combination, sensitive, or dull skin who want mild exfoliation and botanical hydration. It's a practical option for travelers and anyone building a Korean-inspired double-cleanse routine who prefers clean-formula skincare without harsh surfactants or synthetic fragrance.

Ingredients

WATER/AQUA/EAU, RICE FERMENT FILTRATE (SAKE), GLYCERIN,DIETHYLHEXYL SODIUM SULFOSUCCINATE, SORBITOL, POTASSIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE, ACRYLATES/BEHENETH-25 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE, DIGLYCERIN, POTASSIUM COCOATE, GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA (LICORICE) ROOT EXTRACT, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) BRAN OIL, ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER OIL, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, SODIUM HYALURONATE, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA (TEA TREE) LEAF EXTRACT, PANTHENOL, SALIX ALBA (WILLOW) BARK EXTRACT, GLUCONOLACTONE, CITRIC ACID, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) EXTRACT, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, POLYACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER-6, THUJA OCCIDENTALIS LEAF OIL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CITRUS AURANTIUM AMARA (BITTER ORANGE) FLOWER EXTRACT, POLYGLYCERIN-3, DEXTRIN, DISODIUM EDTA, GLYCERYLACRYLATE/ACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER, T-BUTYL ALCOHOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL