Maxclinic Foam
MAXCLINIC oil foam cleansers convert from a solid oil texture to a rich foam on contact with water, combining oil-based makeup and sebum removal with foam cleansing in a single step. The range covers 30+ products across seven formulas: Purititok, Brightening, Rose Brightening, Hyaluron Vita, Golden Cactus, Gold Caviar, and Sika Biom - in 110g, 310g, and travel 5g sizes plus sets.
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Buying guide
MAXCLINIC Oil Foam Cleansers: Format Guide and Formula Comparison
MAXCLINIC's foam range is built around a single innovative format: oil foam cleanser. Unlike a liquid face wash or a standard oil cleanser, the MAXCLINIC oil foam starts as a solid or dense oil that emulsifies into a foam when water is added to it. This means one product handles both the makeup-removal step and the foam-cleansing step. The range spans seven formulas - Purititok, Brightening, Rose Brightening, Hyaluron Vita, Golden Cactus, Gold Caviar, and Sika Biom - in 110g, 310g, and a 5g travel size.
What an oil foam cleanser is and how it works
MAXCLINIC's oil foam cleanser starts as a solid or gel-like oil texture in the jar. When water contacts the product on the face, it transforms into a rich, dense foam through an emulsification reaction. This is different from both a standard oil cleanser (which remains oily and requires thorough rinsing) and a standard foam cleanser (which does not have the oil-based makeup-removing power). The oil foam hybrid removes oil-soluble residue - makeup, sunscreen, sebum - while the foam component lifts and rinses away water-soluble debris simultaneously. The result is a single-step double-cleanse that removes what would typically require a two-product routine.
Purititok Oil Foam: the original formula and how it compares
Purititok is MAXCLINIC's core oil foam formula and the original entry in the range. It is available in both a standard Purititok Oil Foam Cleanser format and as a Purititok Brightening Oil Foam (310g). The Purititok formula focuses on thorough cleansing with the oil-to-foam mechanism without a specific targeted active. The Brightening variant adds brightening actives to the cleansing step, making it relevant for skin that has dull tone or uneven pigmentation alongside a need for thorough daily cleansing. Both come in the 310g professional-sized jar that lasts several months of daily use.
Rose Brightening Oil Foam 310g: floral brightening in the large format
The Rose Brightening Oil Foam adds a rose complex to the brightening formula. Rose extract carries antioxidant and mild brightening properties alongside a recognisable floral character that makes the cleansing step more sensory and pleasant. The 310g jar is the standard large-format size that covers three to four months of daily use. The Rose Brightening set (M34379 ROSEBRITING OIL Foam SET) bundles the 310g with additional products for a complete MAXCLINIC experience. If brightening is the priority and you prefer a rose-scented cleanser, this variant is the one to reach for within the brightening subcategory.
Hyaluron Vita Oil Foam 310g: hydration-first cleansing
The Hyaluron Vita Oil Foam (310g) brings hyaluronic acid and vitamin complex into the oil foam format. For dry or combination-dry skin, cleansing can leave skin feeling stripped - adding hyaluronic acid to the formula means the cleanser actively restores some moisture as it cleans. The Vita (vitamin) component typically refers to a brightening or antioxidant vitamin complex alongside the moisture retention. This formula suits skin that finds cleansers drying regardless of formula type, and for whom the extra hydrating active in the cleansing step provides noticeable relief from post-wash tightness.
Golden Cactus Oil Foam 110g and Set: cactus extract for soothing
Golden Cactus uses cactus extract (typically prickly pear or desert cactus-derived) as the featured active. Cactus extracts are high in antioxidants, omega fatty acids, and have documented soothing properties - they are used in skincare for their ability to calm reactive skin and provide desert-adapted moisture retention. The Golden Cactus Oil Foam (110g) is in the smaller format, appropriate for trial or for secondary bathroom use. The Golden Cactus Oil Foam Set bundles additional MAXCLINIC products. The formula suits reactive, stressed, or environmentally exposed skin that benefits from both thorough cleansing and calming actives.
Gold Caviar Oil Foam 110g: the premium formula
Gold Caviar is the most premium-positioned formula in the MAXCLINIC oil foam range, combining gold particles (known for their skin-smoothing and anti-inflammatory associations in Korean skincare) with caviar extract (collagen and amino acid-rich). The 110g format suggests it is positioned as a specialty or trial size rather than an everyday large-volume purchase. The Gold Caviar formula suits skin that prioritises anti-aging and firming benefits alongside the cleansing step - it is the most targeted toward mature skin concerns in the MAXCLINIC foam range.
Sika Biom Oil Foam 110g: microbiome-supporting cleansing
Sika Biom (from Centella Sica + Biome) combines Centella Asiatica (a well-established Korean skincare soothing active) with a microbiome-supporting formula. Microbiome skincare in cleansers means the formula is designed to clean without disrupting the skin's microbial balance - avoiding over-stripping the bacteria that support healthy skin barrier function. The Sika addition brings the known anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties of Centella. This formula is the most appropriate for skin that is acne-prone alongside being sensitive, where clearing the skin without disrupting the barrier or microbiome is a specific concern. The 110g size positions it as a specialty cleanser for targeted use.
110g, 310g, and 5g travel formats: choosing the right size
The 5g Travel Oil Foam Kit is a single-use or short-trip sample of the oil foam format - useful for testing the mechanism before committing to a full jar, or for maintaining the cleanser routine while travelling when a full jar is impractical. The 110g jars are smaller individual-use sizes that last four to six weeks of daily use - appropriate for specialty formulas like Gold Caviar or Sika Biom that are used selectively, or for trying a new formula. The 310g jars are the value-sized everyday option that covers three to four months, suited to the formulas used as a primary daily cleanser (Purititok, Rose Brightening, Hyaluron Vita).
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do you use a MAXCLINIC oil foam cleanser - do you apply it to dry or wet skin?
Start with dry skin. Take a small amount of the oil foam from the jar (roughly a hazelnut-sized amount), apply it to a dry face, and massage gently to loosen makeup, sunscreen, and sebum. Then add water - the oil emulsifies into foam as you lather. Rinse thoroughly. The dry-skin first step is what allows the oil component to do its job on oil-based residue before the water converts it to foam. Applying directly to wet skin skips the oil-cleansing step and reduces the makeup-removal effectiveness.
What is the difference between MAXCLINIC Purititok Oil Foam Cleanser and Purititok Brightening Oil Foam 310g?
The standard Purititok Oil Foam Cleanser is a cleansing-focused formula without a specific targeted active. The Purititok Brightening Oil Foam adds brightening actives to the same Purititok base formula, making it relevant for skin that wants to address dull tone or uneven pigmentation during the cleansing step. Both are in the Purititok family with the same oil-to-foam mechanism; the Brightening version adds a treatment dimension. For skin without a specific brightening concern, the standard Purititok is sufficient; for skin where brightening is a priority, the Brightening variant is the more targeted choice.
Is the MAXCLINIC Hyaluron Vita Oil Foam 310g good for skin that always feels tight after cleansing?
Yes, the Hyaluron Vita is the most appropriate oil foam variant for this specific concern. Hyaluronic acid added to a cleanser actively replenishes moisture as the product rinses away, reducing the post-wash tightness that dry and sensitive skin commonly experience after standard foam cleansers. The 310g size also means it is the cost-effective everyday format rather than a specialty jar, making it practical as the primary daily cleanser for dry skin types who want both thorough cleansing and moisture support in one step.
Is the MAXCLINIC Travel Oil Foam Kit 5g the same formula as the full-size jars?
The 5g travel kit provides the oil foam cleanser in a travel-size format. Travel kits from MAXCLINIC typically contain the core oil foam formula appropriate for demonstrating the oil-to-foam mechanism on the go or for trying before purchasing a full jar. The exact formula variant in the travel kit is confirmed in the product listing - check whether it is a neutral Purititok or a specific formula variant. At 5g, it covers approximately three to five individual uses.
Is the MAXCLINIC Sika Biom Oil Foam 110g appropriate for acne-prone skin?
Yes, the Sika Biom formula is the most targeted option in the range for acne-prone skin. The Centella Asiatica (Sika) component has anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties that support healing blemishes, while the Biom (microbiome-supporting) formulation avoids stripping the skin's protective microbial barrier - which matters for acne-prone skin where barrier disruption can worsen breakouts. The oil foam mechanism itself also effectively removes the sebum and makeup residue that can clog pores, making it a good fit as a primary cleanser for acne concerns.
Does the MAXCLINIC Gold Caviar Oil Foam 110g help with anti-aging as part of a cleansing step?
The Gold Caviar formula contains caviar extract, which provides collagen precursors and amino acids, alongside gold particles associated with skin smoothing in Korean clinic-brand products. A cleanser has a shorter contact time than a serum or cream, so the anti-aging benefit of the active ingredients is less intensive than a leave-on treatment. The Gold Caviar foam provides a premium cleansing experience with skin-conditioning ingredients that support firmness and smoothness as a complement to a dedicated anti-aging routine, rather than as a standalone anti-aging treatment.
How long does a MAXCLINIC 310g Oil Foam jar last with daily once-a-day use?
A hazelnut to marble-sized amount per cleanse uses roughly 3-5g of product. At that rate, a 310g jar provides approximately 60-100 uses, which is two to three months of daily single-cleanse use, or one to one and a half months if used twice daily. The 310g format is specifically designed to last multiple months as a primary cleanser, making it the most economical format for the MAXCLINIC oil foam formulas used every day.
What is included in the MAXCLINIC Rose Brightening Oil Foam Set?
The Rose Brightening Oil Foam Set bundles the Rose Brightening Oil Foam 310g with additional MAXCLINIC skincare products as a combined purchase. The specific items in the set are listed in the product details on skinsli.com. Sets from MAXCLINIC typically add a complementary treatment product or travel-size alongside the main cleanser. Check the current listing for the confirmed contents - set compositions can vary between versions and restocks of the same bundle SKU.