It saved my eyelids at a time of severe dermatitis. I had been looking through various products and this one caught my attention. To cleanse, I have only used it once and I prefer specific cleansers. As for the effect on facial skin, I would not look for it for extreme nourishment but to treat temporary irritation and maintain hydration. In fact, it almost seems to me that it creates an occlusive film on the skin without leaving it greasy. Very little is needed and the large tube is convenient.