Derm #1 Multi-fruit Enzyme Cleanser with Prebiotics. This multi-tasking amber gel will cleanse, brighten, and gently exfoliate. Sulfate-free; contains no SLS or harsh detergents that disrupt good skin microbiome. Repairs clogged skin. Prebiotics and fruit enzymes gently dissolve oils, impurities, and pollution. All our clean beauty products are vegan, cruelty-free, made with organic and natural ingredients, gluten-free, and great for the environment.
How to use
Gently massage 1-2 pumps onto damp skin avoiding the eye area. Remove with a damp face cloth soaked in tepid water until clean. Does not remove make-up.
Ingredients
Aqua (water)? gluconolactone?, aloe barbadensis (aloe) leaf juice*? pinus nigra bud/needle extract*? ribes nigrum (blackcurrant) fruit extract*, camellia sinensis leaf oil? sodium laurylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate? vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry) fruit extract*, salix alba (willow) bark extract? spiraea ulmaria (meadowsweet) flower extract*? saccharum officinarum (sugar cane) extract, acer saccharum (sugar maple) extract? citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit extract? citrus limon (lemon) fruit extract, glycerin? levulinic acid? xanthan gum, sodium levulinate, sodium hydroxide? sodium benzoate
*Certified organic ingredients
Made from organic sugar cane alcohol ?From non-GMO, vegetable source EU Cosmetics Directive approved preservatives considered to be the ~natural alternatives for use in more natural-based personal care products. Prebiotic Activ Technology is a patented extract and method invented by Karen Sinclair Drake.
Key Ingredients:
aloe leaf juice? pinus nigra bud/needle extract? blackcurrant fruit extract, camellia sinensis leaf oil? bilberry fruit extract, willow bark extract? meadowsweet flower extract? sugar cane extract, sugar maple extract.
Disclaimer
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please note that any information provided is not intended to create any physician-patient relationship or supplant any in-person medical consultation or examination. Always seek the advice of a trained health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition and before seeking any treatment. Proper medical attention and treatment should always be sought for specific ailments. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking medical treatment due to information obtained here.
Glossary
Aqua (water):
water in Latin, is the word used in the INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) to label this vital element. Water is primarily used in practically all cosmetics and personal care products to dissolve many of the ingredients that impart skin benefits known as actives. It also forms emulsions where the oil and water components of the formula are combined to produce creams and lotions. These are referred to as oil-in-water emulsions, or as water-in-oil depending on the ratios of the oil and water phases.
Gluconolactone:
is a naturally-derived, usually produced by microorganism oxidation of glucose, vegan friendly (non-GMO) preservative with broad spectrum protection that improves skin?s moisture content and has an exceptional low toxicity profile, long history of use, is non-sensitizing and non-irritating. This polyhydroxy acid also provides antioxidant, anti-aging, antibacterial, chelating, deodorizing, skin-conditioning and sun-protective benefits.
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice freeze-dried powder:
has the ability to effectively penetrate and transport healthy substances through the skin. Aloe Vera provides numerous cutaneous skin benefits such as acting as an excellent moisturizer, keeping the skin flexible and supplying oxygen to cells, as well as increasing the strength and synthesis of skin tissue, thus preventing premature aging. Rich in mucopolysaccharides (naturally occurring sugars that keep the skin moist and plump), minerals, amino acids and enzymes, aloe has renowned soothing, anti-inflammatory and healing properties, making it suitable for cuts, grazes, insect bites, sunburn, acne, dermatitis, sensitive and irritated skin.
Pinus nigra bud/needle extract:
provides prebiotic benefits that help mitigate P.acnes bacteria proliferation and combat the aging process. Contains methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) which detoxifies the skin and stimulates its regeneration.
Ribes nigrum (black currant) fruit extract:
chock-full of antioxidants, such as tannins and anthocyanins, that help reduce aging signs and prevent bacterial growth. Black currants have potent anti-inflammatory benefits as well as soften and nourish the skin.
Camellia sinensis leaf oil :
packed with omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin E; has similar properties to flax seed oil but it is much more stable. Camelina oil nourishes, improves skin elasticity, repairs damaged tissue, has inflammatory properties (thus making it beneficial for psoriasis, eczema, etc.) and provides a protective coating for hair follicles.
Sodium hydroxypropylsulfonate laurylglucosides:
a globally approved product that is certified by the Natural Products Association and 100% carbon bio-based. It is extremely mild when tested against other traditional primary personal surfactants such as sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium coco sulphate, sodium lauryl ether sulfate and alpha olefin sulfonate. It is suitable for all skin types including sensitive; derived from non-GMO coconut and corn sugars.
Vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry) fruit extract:
contains vitamin C, resveratrol and bioflavonoids such as anthocyanins, quercitin and ellagic acid. Bilberries aid in the treatment of skin infections, ulcers, bruises and varicose veins. Their potent antioxidants protect the skin from the degenerative effects of free radicals as well as prevent the breakdown of collagen. They condition the skin and increase microcirculation including that of the eye area, thus reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Salix alba (white willow) bark extract:
a natural source of salicylic acid (salicin), a BHA with keratolytic, astringent and regenerative properties. It benefits acne-prone skin due to its pore-clearing, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial nature. It also contains antioxidants (phenolic acids) which aid in skin rejuvenation.
Spiraea ulmaria (meadowsweet) flower extract:
has similar properties to slippery elm and willow bark due to its salicylic acid content. High in vitamin C and flavonoids, provides effective astringent, anti-inflammatory, cleansing, toning, tightening and soothing benefits.
Xanthan gum:
produced by bacteria through fermentation of non-GMO corn. This polyssacharide is used in food and cosmetic products as a thickener and stabilizer. Chosen for its natural and GMO-free source as we do not use acrylic (petrochemical sourced) thickeners or part synthetic. Xantham gums provides stability to gels and emulsions.
Saccharum officinarum (sugar cane) extract:
its natural glycolic acid concentration helps the epidermis shed dead skin cells easier and thereby prevent a build-up on its surface. This extract, furthermore, stimulates the production of collagen and elastin of the skin, which results in improved skin texture and smoothness.
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice freeze-dried powder:
has the ability to effectively penetrate and transport healthy substances through the skin. Aloe Vera provides numerous cutaneous skin benefits such as acting as an excellent moisturizer, keeping the skin flexible and supplying oxygen to cells, as well as increasing the strength and synthesis of skin tissue, thus preventing premature aging. Rich in mucopolysaccharides (naturally occurring sugars that keep the skin moist and plump), minerals, amino acids and enzymes, aloe has renowned soothing, anti-inflammatory and healing properties, making it suitable for cuts, grazes, insect bites, sunburn, acne, dermatitis, sensitive and irritated skin.
Levulinic acid:
classified in EU under skin conditioning and perfuming, but also having strong antimicrobial properties. Produced through the modification of non-GMO corn sugars with heat and acid. It is an effective, non-toxic and non-sensitizing preservative. It has no cosmetic restrictions placed on it and is permitted to use in organic formulations by organic certification bodies.
Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit extract:
rejuvenates the skin due to the action of its AHAs content. A concentrated source of vitamin C and flavonoids; orange nourishes, enriches and improves the skins elasticity while encouraging cellular activity and new cell growth. It helps reduce swollen tissue and stimulates the lymph system. Orange helps heal dry/irritated skin and it is extremely useful in treating broken capillaries and mild varicose veins (astringent). It has antiseptic and bactericide properties, therefore improving acne-prone skin.
Citrus limon (lemon) fruit extract:
tones and refreshes the skin, contains high levels of Vitamin C and AHAs which brighten the complexion. It has antibacterial, astringent and cell- regenerative properties. Lemon also helps heal dry, rough and chapped skin.
Sodium levulinate:
it is the sodium salt of levulinic acid, thus has similar properties. It is used as a EU approved preservative (inhibits microbial proliferation) and skin conditioning agent. It is derived from non GMO-corn.
Acer saccharum (sugar maple) extract:
like all sugars, it is an extraordinary humectant. Rich in trace minerals and zinc which balance oil production. It contains AHAs in their whole food format and antioxidants that keep premature aging at bay by exfoliating surface build-up as well as neutralizing the effect of environmental aggressors.
Potassium sorbate:
this is the potassium salt of sorbic acid. Our primary concern is the health and safety of those using our products. With that in mind, we must balance producing the most natural/organic product with producing a microbially safe and stable product. While sorbic acid is found in nature, its not yet produced from a plant source. For this reason it has been necessary in some of the products to add a synthetic antimicrobial. Its a man-made preservative allowed in both food and cosmetics and permitted by organic certification bodies in cosmetics.
Citric acid:
an alpha hydroxy acid found naturally in citrus fruits. Used in our products at very low levels to regulate acidity to match the natural pH of the skin. Permitted food ingredient and by organic certification agencies; it is produced through bacterial fermentation of sugar.
Sodium benzoate:
is a synthetic preservative approved for use worldwide and is included on the European Union Cosmetics Directive oePositive List (Europe has banned more than 1,200 ingredients due to safety concerns). It has also been approved by the Japanese Ministry of Health and Welfare in both rinse-off and leave-in applications. Japan, like Europe, abide by the most stringent criteria in the world concerning what ingredients can be used in personal care products to also keep the product itself free from harmful contamination. Europe?s comform level with the safety data associated with this permitted preservative is clearly reassuring.
Reviews
Faith Adams
I personally dont have problem skin, but heard this was great for anyone using anti aging products because it acts like a prep where it gets the skin ready for ingredients that need to penetrate deeply to be effective. Its like a gel you massage into your skin, and then rinse off. I follow with a thin layer of the Super Antioxidant Serum and definitely see the difference in how much brighter and clearer my skin looks. Faith Adams, Van Nuys
Roxy B
I dont have skin problems. I use this to give my skin a deep clean after removing makeup. It works really well and leaves my complexion feeling smooth. It also helps my other skincare products penetrate better. Roxy B, Nashville.
Mary S.
I use each day to keep my skin free from build up and it looks really clean. Pore-free actually!
Daniella, Orlando b>
My new favorite cleanser. It cleans deeply and can see an improvement in my skins clarity.
