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Made for your skin if…
Concerns it targets
- BreakoutsSalicylic acid and sulfur help reduce the look of blemishes.
- Clogged pores & blackheadsSalicylic acid exfoliates inside pores to help keep them clear.
- Excess oilBamboo charcoal helps absorb excess oil and impurities.
- RednessTea tree oil helps soothe the look of irritated skin.
Skin types
- OilyRemoves excess oil and buildup.
- CombinationFocus on the T-zone and breakout-prone areas.
- Acne-proneHelps control breakouts and unclog pores.
- Redness-pronePatch test first if your skin is sensitive.
What's inside
Key actives
Salicylic Acid
BHA that exfoliates inside the pore to help unclog it and prevent new blemishes.
Sulfur
Helps calm blemishes and control excess oil.
Tea Tree Oil
Helps target blemish-causing bacteria while soothing irritation.
Bamboo Charcoal
Absorbs impurities and excess oil to help clear clogged pores.
Full ingredient list (INCI)
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- Benefits
- Ingredients
A deep-cleansing face wash for oily, blemish-prone skin that removes excess oil and helps keep pores clear, leaving skin fresh and balanced.
Key ingredients: salicylic acid, sulfur, tea tree oil, bamboo charcoal.
How to use: Massage onto damp skin for 30–60 seconds, then rinse. Morning and evening; use once a day if skin feels dry.
Good to know:
- For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse with water if contact occurs.
- Stop use if irritation develops. Patch test first if your skin is sensitive.
Oily Skin
Combination Skin
Normal Skin
Acne-Prone Skin
Who It’s For
Anyone seeking no harsh scrubbing, no irritation and just needs a fresh, renewed-feeling skin.
Benefits:
- Salicylic Acid: Unclogs pores by exfoliating inside the follicle, preventing new breakouts and reducing existing blemishes.
- Tea Tree Oil: Naturally antibacterial, it helps fight acne-causing bacteria while soothing irritation.
- Sulfur: Reduces inflammation, heals acne lesions, and controls excess oil production.
- Bamboo Charcoal: Absorbs impurities, excess oil, and toxins from the skin, helping to clear clogged pores and prevent future breakouts. It also detoxifies the skin, leaving it feeling refreshed and clean.
- Salicylic Acid: Unclogs pores by exfoliating inside the follicle, preventing new breakouts and reducing existing blemishes.
- Tea Tree Oil: Naturally antibacterial, it helps fight acne-causing bacteria while soothing irritation.
- Sulfur: Reduces inflammation, heals acne lesions, and controls excess oil production.
- Bamboo Charcoal: Absorbs impurities, excess oil, and toxins from the skin, helping to clear clogged pores and prevent future breakouts. It also detoxifies the skin, leaving it feeling refreshed and clean.
Dermatologist
Developed
Vegan
Friendly
Clean
Beauty Commitment
Cruelty
Free
Suitable for All
Skin Types
Clean
Ingredients
How to use
Where it fits in your routine
Morning (AM)
- 1 CleanseAcne Defence Cleanser
- 2 Serumyour usual serum
- 3 Moisturizeyour usual moisturizer
- 4 SPFyour daily SPF
Evening (PM)
- 1 CleanseAcne Defence Cleanser
- 2 Serumyour usual serum
- 3 Moisturizeyour usual moisturizer
How often: Morning and night (reduce if dryness develops)
How: Massage a small amount onto damp skin for 30–60 seconds, focusing on the T-zone, then rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.
Good to know
- Avoid layering with other exfoliating acids or scrubs
- On retinol nights, use a gentle cleanser instead if skin feels dry
- Use SPF daily
- Avoid contact with eyes

Simple steps to your best results.
Simple steps to make the most of your skincare routine, day and night.
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Step 1PreparationWash your hands and wet your face with lukewarm water.
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Step 2ApplicationMassage a small amount onto damp skin for 30–60 seconds, focusing on the T-zone, then rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.
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Step 3FrequencyMorning and night (reduce if dryness develops).
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Results you can see.
Our Acne Defence Cleanser/Wash deeply purifies pores while respecting your skin barrier. With balanced exfoliating support and calming botanicals, it leaves skin visibly clearer, fresher, and refined — without the tight, over-dried feeling common in acne cleansers.
*Results may vary. Consistent use delivers the best results.
Real people, real routines.
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Key Ingredients in the Acne Defence Wash
A purifying blend that helps clear pores, control excess oil and calm blemish-prone skin.
Salicylic Acid
BHA that exfoliates inside the pore to help unclog it and prevent new blemishes.
Sulfur
Helps calm blemishes and control excess oil.
Tea Tree Oil
Helps target blemish-causing bacteria while soothing irritation.
Bamboo Charcoal
Absorbs impurities and excess oil to help clear clogged pores.
Developed by a dermatologist, loved by skin.
Every formula is developed with Dr. Romario Thomas to be gentle, effective and simple to use every day.
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Dermatologist Tested
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Suitable for Sensitive Skin
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Paraben & Oil Free
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Non Comedogenic
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Ophthalmologist Tested
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Allergy Tested
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s designed to cleanse excess oil and buildup while helping maintain your skin’s moisture balance. If you notice dryness, reduce use to once a day and follow with a moisturiser.
Yes. It’s formulated for daily use (AM and PM), depending on your routine and skin tolerance.
Absolutely. It’s especially ideal for oily, breakout-prone, and combination skin types.
It helps remove buildup and impurities that contribute to clogged pores, supporting clearer-looking skin over time.
Yes. It’s suitable for teens and adults dealing with acne-prone skin.
Results vary from person to person. With consistent use, many people see clearer-looking skin over several weeks.
Real routines, on camera.
See how real people use the Acne Defence Cleanser in their routine.
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