This post was reviewed and updated by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods on September 1, 2026.
Finding a daily face cleanser that actually cleans without stripping, tightening, or irritating your skin is harder than it should be. The Good Day Face Cleanser was built to solve exactly that problem. It's a ceramide and antioxidant-rich formula that removes dirt, makeup and pollution from your skin while replenishing the moisture barrier at the same time, so cleansing never comes at the cost of hydration.
What Is the Good Day Face Cleanser?
Our unique formulation of ceramides and antioxidant super berry oils deeply hydrates and protects your skin from damage, all while gently removing the dirt, makeup and pollution from your day.
What Makes It So Good?
The idea started with a concise list of ingredients: actives, super berry oils and low-allergenic lathering agents that gently cleanse and hydrate skin—without stripping its natural oils. Here's why that matters: cleansing can be one of the most harmful steps for your skin barrier. The simple act of cleansing can deplete lipids, alter the microbiome, and reduce the skin's ability to hold water. That's why it's essential to replenish your skin while you cleanse, and this cleanser was designed to do just that: to cleanse without drying or damaging the skin barrier.
Key Ingredients
We carefully selected each ingredient to make this gentle, yet effective cleanser a staple in your routine:
Ceramide Complex
The Breakdown: A vegetable-derived lipid concentrate consisting of ceramides III, IIIB and VI (2.5%), cholesterol (0.5%), and free fatty acids & phytosphingosine (1%) that resembles the structure of the skin's own lipid barrier.
The Results: Helps improve the appearance of aged skin through deep moisturizing effects and a supply of skin-identical lipids, promotes enhanced delivery and exchange of skin lipids, and restores the skin's protective barrier function.
Bonus: This complex is cruelty-free, vegan, and preserved without phenoxyethanol.
Super Berries, Super-Charged
The Breakdown: Instead of simply adding plant extracts, we elevated the plant-based experience with berry oils—specifically strawberry, goji, blueberry and raspberry. Oils are more expensive than water-based extracts, but they're also more potent, hydrating and beneficial for the cleansing experience.
The Results: Berries are packed with antioxidants called polyphenols, which are powerful enough to withstand environmental stressors and protect skin against visible signs of aging (think loss of elasticity, wrinkles and dullness). They also help repair skin damage, leaving your complexion looking fresh, dewy and healthy. We chose these super berries to keep free radicals at bay, restore and repair skin, and revitalize it to a more plump, bright, youthful appearance.
Low-Allergenic, Plant-Based Lathering Surfactants
The Breakdown: During years as a dermatology nurse practitioner working with patients suffering from contact dermatitis, one of the most common allergens identified was cocamidopropyl betaine. It's a deceiving one; derived from coconuts, which sounds natural enough, but it's actually one of the most allergenic lathering agents commonly used in cleansers, hand soap and shampoo.
The Results: After testing many surfactant combinations, we landed on a blend of three plant-based, low-allergenic surfactants: decyl glucoside, coco glucoside and foaming apple amino acids. The result is a low-lathering, creamy gel that cleanses, softens and hydrates in one simple step.
Formulation Details
The Good Day Face Cleanser is simply preserved with ethylhexylglycerin and potassium sorbate—an effective, yet gentle and non-toxic preservative that's safe for everyday use.
Rather than going fragrance-free, we use natural flavor to give the cleanser a sweet, uplifting berry scent; it's safe enough to eat, and free of the synthetic fragrances and phthalates that can cause skin irritation and allergies.
The Bottom Line
The Good Day Face Cleanser is a simple, effective daily cleanser built around ceramides, super berry oils and low-allergenic surfactants. Every ingredient serves a purpose: to cleanse, hydrate and soften skin without disrupting the barrier. It's going to be a Good Day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Good Day Face Cleanser suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
Yes. It's formulated with low-allergenic, plant-based surfactants (decyl glucoside, coco glucoside and foaming apple amino acids) instead of common irritants like cocamidopropyl betaine, making it a good fit for sensitive or reactive skin types.
Will this cleanser strip or dry out my skin?
No. It's designed to cleanse without disrupting the skin barrier. The ceramide complex replenishes lipids as you wash, so you're hydrating and protecting your skin at the same time you're cleansing it.
What skin types is this cleanser best for?
Because it's gentle, hydrating and low-lathering, it works well across skin types, including dry, sensitive, and aging skin. Its barrier-supporting formula also makes it a solid option for anyone dealing with a compromised or reactive moisture barrier.
Does it contain fragrance?
It contains a natural flavor (not synthetic fragrance) that gives it a light, sweet berry scent. This avoids the phthalates and irritants often found in synthetic fragrances while still offering a pleasant, uplifting sensory experience.
How is this cleanser preserved?
It's preserved with ethylhexylglycerin and potassium sorbate: an effective, gentle, non-toxic preservative system that's safe for daily use and keeps the product free of bacteria, mold and yeast.
What are the key active ingredients?
The three standout ingredients are a vegan ceramide complex (III, IIIB, VI), antioxidant-rich super berry oils (strawberry, goji, blueberry, raspberry), and low-allergenic plant-based lathering agents.
Can I use this cleanser every day?
Yes! It was specifically formulated as a daily-use cleanser. It's gentle enough for twice-daily use (morning and night) without compromising your skin barrier over time.
Is the Good Day Face Cleanser cruelty-free and vegan?
Yes. The ceramide complex and overall formulation are cruelty-free and vegan.
Will it remove makeup and SPF?
Yes. It's designed to remove dirt, makeup and pollution buildup from the day while still being gentle enough not to over-cleanse.
