The Take a Sec Cleanser

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The Take a Sec Cleanser

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The Take a Sec Cleanser

A creamy, hydrating moment of ease 8 oz

Safe for sensitive skin

Sulphate-free & pH-balanced

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A creamy one-step cleanser that melts away makeup, SPF, and grime while respecting your skin barrier. 15% glycerin helps to reduce moisture loss while extra-gentle surfactants plus apricot kernel oil dissolve makeup while rinsing clean for soft, smooth, balanced skin. Because who has the time to double-cleanse?

AM or PM, apply a dime-sized amount to your wet face.
Gently massage for 20 seconds (and 10 more seconds if you have makeup on).
Rinse well and pat dry.
Let it go. All of it.

Glycerin — 15% — The highest glycerin concentration you'll find in a cleanser. Most cleansers strip moisture; this one actively adds it.

Natural Betaine — 1% — Sustainably sourced from sugar beets; helps strengthen the skin barrier and support long-term hydration.

D-Panthenol (Provitamin B5) — 1.5% — Soothes and calms sensitized skin.

Apricot Kernel Oil — Lightweight emollient; leaves skin soft, not tight.

Sulphate-free surfactant blend — Four mild cleansing agents for effective, non-stripping foam.

Full ingredient list: Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Coco-Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Panthenol, Glycol Distearate, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Benzoate, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Coconut Acid, Fragrance/Parfum, Sodium Isethionate, Potassium Sorbate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide

We ran a 14-day consumer perception study with 106 women, including pregnant and breastfeeding women.

93.6% of users agreed it did not irritate skin or cause breakouts
90% of users agreed it removed makeup without stripping skin
90% of users agreed it felt gentle enough for sensitive or reactive skin

Additional testing

Each More Than Nine formula is reviewed by an independent toxicologist and developed using ingredients with well-established safety profiles at conservative concentrations.
Independently evaluated using the EpiOcular™ Eye Irritation Test, a validated non-animal method for assessing eye irritation potential. Based on results, the formula is considered a non-ocular irritant, supporting that it's gentle enough for use around the eye area when used as directed.

What She's Saying

Free yourself from the double cleanse

"As a dermatologist and a mom, I wanted a cleanser to melt away SPF, makeup, and grime while respecting your skin barrier and your time. I packed it with glycerin to counteract moisture loss and added apricot kernel oil to dissolve stubborn makeup. It's creamy, cushiony, and calming. No tightness. No stripping. Just clean, soft skin."

— Founder Dr. Aegean Chan

Apricot and beet ingredient collage for The Take a Sec Cleanser

Ingredients with Real Evidence. Nothing Extra. Nothing Complicated.

5-Second Answers from Dr. Aegean

You just want someone to tell you what actually works. My job is to look at the actual research and tell you what really matters, without the fear and without the confusion.

Yes, this cleanser does the job in one step—no double cleanse needed. It removes makeup, sunscreen, and impurities without stripping the skin. It was independently evaluated using the EpiOcular™ Eye Irritation Test, a validated non-animal method for assessing eye irritation potential. Based on results, the formula is considered a non-ocular irritant, supporting that it's gentle enough for use around the eye area when used as directed. If stinging or discomfort occurs, discontinue use and rinse thoroughly.

Yes, this cleanser is designed to be gentle and supportive of the skin barrier, making it suitable to use alongside active treatments. If your skin is irritated or compromised, consider reducing cleansing frequency and follow guidance from your healthcare provider. Think of this as your reset step—simple, consistent, and easy to come back to.

Yes, which means one less thing to second-guess. This cleanser was thoughtfully formulated for all stages of motherhood, including pregnancy and postpartum. Each formula is reviewed by an independent toxicologist and developed using ingredients with well-established safety profiles at conservative concentrations. For more information, read our full Safety Statement.

Yes, this cleanser was formulated with sensitive and reactive skin in mind. It has been evaluated through an independently administered Repeat Insult Patch Test (RIPT), including individuals with sensitive skin—a standard dermatologic test used to assess irritation potential over time. While no product can be guaranteed for everyone, this testing supports that the formula is well-tolerated when used as directed, even for sensitive skin.