Abib Deep Clean Foam Cleanser Sedum Hyaluron: Low-pH Daily Wash with Plant Water Base

Abib's Sedum Hyaluron foam cleanser is built around sedum extract, a succulent plant water that holds moisture in its leaves and translates that same behavior onto skin. The base is low-pH (around 5.5), weakly acidic, and uses amino acid surfactants instead of aggressive SLS-type detergents. For daily morning and second-cleanse use, this is one of the gentler Korean options at the sub-$30 tier, and the 50ml size is the travel or trial option.

Abib is a Korean brand that made its name with the Heartleaf Calming line and a distinctive mail-inspired packaging aesthetic. The cleansing foam range shares the same philosophy: ingredient-forward, barrier-respectful, priced reasonably. The Sedum Hyaluron foam sits between the Heartleaf (calming) and Collagen (firming) variants. If you want hydration as your priority without cica or anti-aging actives, this is the one.

What It Does

Amino acid surfactants remove oil and sunscreen without stripping the barrier. Sedum extract and hyaluronic acid leave a light hydration layer so the post-cleanse tightness most foaming cleansers cause doesn't show up. The foam is dense, low in bubbles by design, and rinses cleanly in under 30 seconds. pH stays within the skin's native range, which matters if you layer acids afterward.

Who It's For

• Normal to dry skin: Hydration-first formula won't leave skin feeling tight after rinse.
• Sensitive barriers: Low-pH, no sulfates, no fragrance reactivity.
• Morning cleanser slot: Gentle enough for a single AM wash that doesn't strip overnight moisture.
• Second cleansers after oil cleansing: Lifts residue without redness.
• Travelers or cleanser samplers: 50ml is portable and a low-risk test of the brand.

Key Specs

• Volume: 50ml
• Price: $27.04
• Hero actives: sedum extract, hyaluronic acid, panthenol
• pH: approximately 5.5
• Texture: creamy foam, dense lather
• Fragrance: very mild, plant-origin

How to Use

Dispense a small amount into damp palms, work into a foam with water, massage onto damp face for 30 to 45 seconds, rinse with lukewarm water. Follow with toner. For a second cleanse after makeup, double the amount and extend the massage to 60 seconds. Avoid the eye area and don't scrub. Once or twice daily is standard.

FAQ

Is 50ml a full-size or a travel size?

This is the smaller size in the Abib cleansing foam range. The full size is 200ml. The 50ml is ideal for travel, testing, or as a companion to your main cleanser. If you cleanse twice daily, 50ml lasts roughly 4 to 6 weeks.

How does this compare to the Heartleaf variant?

Same base formula philosophy, different hero ingredient. Heartleaf is calming and redness-focused; Sedum Hyaluron is hydration-focused. If your main concern is irritation or breakout redness, go Heartleaf. If your main concern is dryness or post-cleanse tightness, Sedum Hyaluron fits better.

Can I use this with a cleansing brush?

Yes, but it isn't necessary. The amino acid surfactants and foam density do the work without mechanical agitation. If you want brush-assisted cleansing once a week, this formula is mild enough to handle it without irritation.

Is it safe for rosacea or eczema-prone skin?

The formulation is generally gentle enough, but always patch-test on sensitive or compromised skin first. The low-pH and amino acid base are the right foundation for reactive skin, though the plant extracts could still be a trigger for a small minority.

Does this remove sunscreen well?

For chemical sunscreens, yes, in one pass. For heavy mineral or tinted sunscreens, use as a second cleanse after an oil cleanser for full removal. Don't expect a single foam wash to clear heavy mineral SPF alone.

Related Products

Pair with a Korean cleansing oil as your first cleanse step, or layer on the Korean toner of your choice after rinsing. For the full Abib experience, browse the Abib collection or related: Korean cleansing foam.