ISNTREE Yam Root Vegan pH-Balancing Cleanser 120ml – Hydrating Barrier Cleanser

• Product type: Mildly acidic foaming facial cleanser
• Size / volume: 120 ml / 4.05 fl. oz.
• Primary concerns: Dehydration, tightness, rough texture, daily impurities and moisture-barrier support
• Best suited for: Normal, dry, dehydrated and sensitive skin
• Key botanical: Dioscorea Japonica (Yam) Root Extract
• Hydrating ingredients: Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
• Barrier-supporting ingredients: Ceramide NP, Cholesterol and Hydrogenated Lecithin
• Soothing ingredient: Panthenol
• Gentle exfoliating support: Gluconolactone (PHA)
• Texture-refining ingredient: Rice Powder
• Postbiotic ingredient: Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
• Primary cleansing agents: Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Lauryl Betaine and Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
• Texture: Dense, smoothie-like cleansing texture that develops into a soft foam
• Finish: Fresh, smooth and comfortable without an intentionally stripped after-feel
• Vegan: Yes
• Usage: Lather an appropriate amount with wet hands, massage gently over damp skin and rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water
• Routine placement: Water-based cleansing step; use alone or after an oil cleanser when double cleansing
• Formula note: The verified 41-ingredient formula does not list added Fragrance/Parfum or drying alcohol
• Origin: Made in South Korea

Core Product Details

A Low-pH Cleanse Designed to Respect the Moisture Barrier

ISNTREE Yam Root Vegan pH-Balancing Cleanser takes the comforting philosophy of the brand's Yam Root collection and translates it into a softly foaming daily wash. The mildly acidic formula combines amino-acid-based cleansing agents with Glycerin, Yam Root Extract, three forms of Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP and Panthenol, helping remove everyday impurities without making a tight, aggressively degreased finish the goal. It is especially appealing to complexions that want the freshness of foam with a more hydration-conscious approach.

Glycerin Leads a Moisture-First Formula

Glycerin appears first in the verified ingredient list, immediately signaling that this is not built like a conventional high-foam cleanser centered on strong degreasing surfactants. The humectant base is joined by Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid to support water retention and help skin feel softer after rinsing. This makes the cleanser particularly relevant for dehydrated skin that still prefers a satisfying lather.

Yam Root Brings ISNTREE's Signature Comfort to Cleansing

Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract anchors the cleanser within ISNTREE's Yam Root collection. The ingredient is used as a skin-conditioning botanical, complementing the formula's humectants and barrier-supporting lipids. Rather than positioning Yam Root as a dramatic treatment active, the cleanser uses it as part of a broader moisture-supporting system designed to keep freshly washed skin feeling comfortable and balanced.

Amino-Acid Cleansers Create Soft, Cushioning Foam

Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate and Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate form the core of the cleansing system alongside Lauryl Betaine and Lauryl Hydroxysultaine. Together they create the dense, smooth foam that gives the product its distinctive “yam smoothie” cleansing character. These surfactants remove sweat, sebum and everyday residue while fitting the formula's mildly acidic, barrier-conscious positioning.

Rice Powder + PHA Add Gentle Surface Refinement

Rice Powder provides a subtle texture-refining element, while Gluconolactone—a polyhydroxy acid or PHA—adds mild exfoliating and humectant support. Because both appear in a rinse-off cleanser, their role is best understood as gentle supplementary smoothing rather than intensive exfoliation. The formula is designed to leave the complexion feeling clean and refined without turning a daily cleanse into an aggressive resurfacing treatment.

Ceramide NP, Cholesterol & Panthenol Support Comfort

Ceramide NP and Cholesterol appear alongside Hydrogenated Lecithin, bringing familiar skin-barrier lipids into the cleansing formula. Panthenol adds further soothing and conditioning support. Together, these ingredients help reinforce the product's purpose: to cleanse efficiently while helping minimize the dry, compromised feeling that can follow harsher facial washes.

Three Hyaluronic Ingredients Keep the Finish Supple

Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid work alongside Glycerin to maintain a more hydrated after-cleansing feel. Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate and botanical extracts such as Hollyhock Flower and Cynanchum Atratum provide additional skin-conditioning support, creating a formula that feels more like an extension of a barrier-care routine than a purely functional cleansing step.

Use It as Your Everyday Water-Based Cleanser

Wet your hands and face, dispense an appropriate amount and work the cleanser into a soft, rich foam. Massage gently across damp skin in circular motions, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. It can be used alone for a straightforward morning cleanse or as the second step after cleansing oil or balm in the evening. Follow with toner, serum and moisturizer while skin still feels fresh and comfortable.

A Cleanser That Understands the Difference Between Clean and Stripped

The pleasure is in the texture: dense, almost whipped, yet soft enough to glide over skin without turning the ritual harsh. ISNTREE pairs that satisfying foam with Glycerin, Yam Root, Hyaluronic Acid and barrier lipids, so washing your face feels less like erasing everything from the surface and more like returning the complexion to a calm, comfortable baseline.

FAQ

What does ISNTREE Yam Root Vegan pH-Balancing Cleanser do?

It removes daily impurities, sweat and excess oil while supporting a comfortable moisture balance with Glycerin, Yam Root Extract, three forms of Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP and Panthenol.

Is ISNTREE Yam Root pH-Balancing Cleanser good for sensitive skin?

Yes. ISNTREE and authorized retailers position the mildly acidic cleanser for sensitive skin, and the formula relies on amino-acid-based cleansing agents rather than a traditional alkaline fatty-acid soap base. Individual sensitivities can still vary.

Does this cleanser contain exfoliating acids?

Yes. It contains Gluconolactone, a PHA, plus Rice Powder for gentle surface refinement. Because this is a rinse-off product, the exfoliating effect is considerably milder than a leave-on acid toner or serum.

Does the cleanser contain Hyaluronic Acid?

Yes. The verified formula contains Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, supported by Glycerin and Panthenol for additional hydration and comfort.

Can I use ISNTREE Yam Root Vegan pH-Balancing Cleanser every day?

Yes. It is designed as a daily facial cleanser. Use it morning and/or evening according to your routine, and pair it with an oil cleanser first when removing heavier sunscreen or makeup.

Make the First Step Feel as Gentle as the Rest of Your Routine

ISNTREE Yam Root Vegan pH-Balancing Cleanser brings the softness of Korean barrier care into a foaming face wash. With Yam Root, Glycerin, three Hyaluronic Acid ingredients, Ceramide NP, Panthenol and mild PHA, it leaves skin feeling fresh, smooth and beautifully prepared for the hydration that follows.