The product is excellent value, a large tube for $16 - how great is that! It's a nice consistency for a cleaner, not too thick or cloying, and the micro beads are very subtle and not scratchy.
In terms of cleaning, it works well as a make-up remover. It removed almost all my make up with very little effort. Where my criticism comes in is that I found it very drying. Using the Pore Refining Toner afterwards made things even worse - my skin felt so dry even after I applied a moisturiser.
I also didn't notice any improvement to my pores from using the cleaner unfortunately (I might have been able to ignore the dryness if I had). For me this product isn't something I'd buy again, it just didn't perform as I would have liked.
This is a great cleanser which I would definitely recommend to a friend. It has a thin, milky consistency and has a small proportion of exfoliating beads throughout. Unlike Neutrogena's pure exfoliants, it is not predominantly made from the beads, so it is not overly harsh on skin. The cleanser is odourless, applies easily, massages well into the skin and lathers up nicely so you can feel it working. The exfoliant beads work to remove dead skin, whilst the cleanser cleans our your pores. Afterwards skin is left feeling fresh, clean and smooth. I use this product every morning, as I feel that the gentleness of the exfoliant beads is not too harsh on my sensitive skin. I still get breakouts, but overall I feel my skin has improved after using this product.
Tips: I would recommend using this product in the shower, where the heat and steam open up your pores and the cleanser can really do its magic. I would also recommend using a tonder afterwards, especially if you will be applying makeup, to close up thse lovely clean pores!