M.D. Forte Facial Cleanser III

by MD Forte

Product Features

• Cleanse with the highest level of Glycolic Compound available. Contains 20% Glycolic Compound.

Product Description

This gentle, creamy cleanser is ideal for all skin types. It removes daily residue, makeup, and oil without harshness or dehydration. Contains 20% glycolic compound, should only be used after your skin has adjusted to levels I and II.. Glycolic Compound is a complex, pH-balanced mixture of glycolic acid, ammonium glycolate, purified water, and higher-molecular-weight oligomers of glycolic acid, with an approximate activity level of 60%, and is designated on product labels as the ingredients "glycolic acid" and "ammonium glycolate."

Product Details

• Item Weight: 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B00187EX6G
• UPC: 726726924764
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,368 in Beauty (See Top 100 in Beauty)
  • #69 in Beauty > Skin Care > Face > Cleansers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Cleanser I've ever used!, February 8, 2010

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L. COLLINS (El Dorado Hills, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: M.D. Forte Facial Cleanser III (Misc.)

I've used this cleanser for about 4 years. If you've never used glycolic acid products before, I would highly recommend starting with the I or II. This is a cream cleanser that does not foam. I apply it to dry skin, then add a little water, use circular motion, then wash off completely. You can also leave it for 10 minutes on dry skin and it doubles as a mini glycolic facial. It does not instruct you to do this on the bottle, but I've found this to be the best method, in addition to not diluting the glycolic acid with water right off the bat! I have used most of the MD Forte III products and have had great results. I used to get huge cycstic acne along my jawline and since I've used these products, I have not had this problem in years. It also helps with fine lines and brightening the skin. FYI, I'm 38, with fair/normal skin.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cornerstone of my routine, January 28, 2010

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Stephen M. Morrow (Chicago, Il.) - See all my reviews
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I love this face wash. I have dry skin, esp. in winter. This product doesn't dry my skin out but cleans sufficiently. I occasionally combine it with a scrub for deeper, exfoliating cleaning. I have tried others but always come back to M.D. Forte. While I'm still experimenting with other products, eye creams, etc. this is the cornerstone of my routine. The bottle lasts an acceptable amount of time, so the price seems quite reasonable. If your looking for a quality, compared to a big box low cost low quality product, give this wash a try.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best cleanser on the market, July 22, 2011

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Sharon L. Dutton (BRIER, WA, US) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: M.D. Forte Facial Cleanser III (Misc.)

Tried this product years ago under care of a dermatologist to clean and brighten my complexion. Now, I've returned to M.D. Forte for the same thing as I get older. Still a great product and the same formula. Hands down, one of the best cleansers on the market. Now you can purchase it without a prescription. I usually use the M.D. Forte moisterizer and face mask too. You only need to use a little bit too. It goes a long way.

Don't believe me? Try this: after you've cleansed with your usual product, steam your face for ten minutes--easily done by draping a white towel over your head and bending over a pot of hot water on the stove. Set the timer. After you're done, gentle rub your face to remove residue. Look at the towel. You'll be shocked by how much makeup,oil and dirt remained trapped in your pores.

Do a comparison with M.D. Forte. You'll be convinced. If you're new to the M.D. Forte line of products, it's recommended you begin with M.D. Forte Facial Cleanser I before moving on to the II or III versions, to lessen any effects caused by the glycolic acids--I've never had a bad reaction using any of their products, but some with more sensitive skin types may. Many people find M.D. Forte I sufficient for their needs. Other cleansers in the product line contain NO glycolic acid and may work better for more sensitive skin types.