Priori LCA fx110 Gentle Cleanser: A Lactic Acid Cleanser for Sensitive Skin
The Verdict
Priori LCA fx110 Gentle Cleanser is a considered entry point into gentle chemical exfoliation: a 13% lactic acid (LCA) complex paired with an Anti-Irritant Complex of bisabolol and allantoin glycyrrhetinic acid, in a gel-to-balm texture that's built not to strip. It suits sensitive, congested or reactive skin that wants the benefits of an AHA cleanser without the tightness or redness some acid cleansers cause, and it doubles usefully as an eye-makeup remover. Anyone with a citrus allergy should check the ingredients list first, and if you outgrow the gentle strength, Priori's Q+SOD fx210 Active Cleanser is the step up.
Priori LCA fx110 Gentle Cleanser | Lactic Acid Face Cleanser | 180ml
£38.30
Priori LCA fx110 Gentle Cleanser is a pH-correct lactic acid cleanser built with an Anti-Irritant Complex (bisabolol, allantoin glycyrrhetinic acid) to make gentle chemical exfoliation comfortable for sensitive, congested or reactive skin. It transforms from gel to creamy balm with water, can double as an eye-makeup remover, and is the entry point into Priori's LCA sub-range.
What is Priori LCA fx110 Gentle Cleanser?
It's the mildest cleanser in Priori's LCA line, formulated around what the brand calls a 13% LCA Complex, built primarily on lactic acid — an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that works on the surface of the skin to loosen the bonds between dead skin cells, helping improve the appearance of texture and dullness with regular use. Priori positions this pH-correct formula as the gentle end of exfoliating cleansers, suited to skin that hasn't used chemical exfoliants before or reacts poorly to stronger acids.
Alongside the LCA Complex, the formula includes ascorbyl palmitate (vitamin C), retinyl palmitate (vitamin A) and tocopherol (vitamin E) as part of Priori's antioxidant approach across the range. According to Priori's product description, the Anti-Irritant Complex — bisabolol plus allantoin glycyrrhetinic acid — is what makes the lactic acid content comfortable on sensitive, congested or reactive skin. It comes in a 180ml bottle.
Texture and citrus-allergy flag
The cleanser applies as a gel and transforms into a creamy, soothing balm on contact with water, per Priori's description — a texture change intended to feel calming rather than stripping, and designed to rinse cleanly without a tight, squeaky-clean finish. We haven't independently tested this texture ourselves, so we're reporting it as Priori describes it.
This formula contains grapefruit (Citrus Grandis) extract, a recognised allergen for people with citrus sensitivities. If you have a known citrus allergy, check the full ingredients list before use and patch test on a small area first — the presence of this extract also means the formula isn't strictly fragrance-free, even though no separate parfum is listed.
Who this cleanser suits
- Sensitive, reactive or easily irritated skin wanting gentle daily exfoliation rather than a purely emollient cleanser
- Congestion-prone skin looking for a mild AHA introduction rather than a stronger acid or scrub
- Anyone who wants one product that cleanses and lifts eye makeup
- People newer to chemical exfoliation who've found stronger acid cleansers cause tightness or redness
It's less likely to suit citrus-allergic users. If your skin has already built tolerance to AHAs and you want more decongesting power, Priori's Q+SOD fx210 Active Cleanser — a higher lactic acid concentration plus salicylic acid (BHA) — is the logical step up rather than repeating this gentler formula.
How to use it
- Apply to dry or damp skin, morning or evening
- Massage gently as the gel transforms into a balm on contact with water, then rinse thoroughly
- Use once or twice daily; works as the first step of a double cleanse to remove makeup and SPF
- Follow with a barrier-supporting moisturiser — Priori's LCA fx140 Barrier Restore Complexe is formulated as the pairing step for sensitive or reactive skin using this cleanser
As with any AHA-containing product, patch test before regular use and be mindful of layering with other exfoliating actives elsewhere in your routine.
Priori LCA fx110 vs Q+SOD fx210 Active Cleanser
| Product | Key acid content | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| LCA fx110 Gentle Cleanser | 13% LCA Complex (lactic acid-led) | Sensitive, reactive or first-time AHA users |
| Q+SOD fx210 Active Cleanser | Higher lactic acid plus salicylic acid (BHA) | Congestion-prone or oilier skin that's outgrown the Gentle Cleanser |
Start with the Gentle Cleanser if your skin is sensitive, reactive or new to acids, and move to the Active Cleanser only once that gentler formula is well tolerated.
Where it sits in a wider routine
If sensitive or reactive skin is your main concern beyond this one product, our sensitive-skin guide covers a fuller routine approach. For the barrier-focused moisturiser step that pairs with this cleanser, see LCA fx140 Barrier Restore Complexe.
Common questions
Is it suitable for sensitive skin? Yes — it's formulated with an Anti-Irritant Complex to make its lactic acid content comfortable for sensitive, congested and reactive skin. Patch test first if you're prone to reactions.
Can it remove eye makeup? Priori describes it as suitable for use as an eye-makeup remover as well as a facial cleanser.
Does it contain fragrance? It contains grapefruit (Citrus Grandis) extract, a recognised allergen for citrus-sensitive users, even though no separate fragrance/parfum is listed.
Can I use this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding? If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, please contact our team for advice before use.