Illuminating Cleansing Oil is a rich, professional-grade first cleanse — a botanical oil blend that dissolves makeup, sunscreen, and pollutants while maintaining the skin's natural lipid balance. Applied to dry skin, the oils break down oil-soluble buildup. Add water and the formula emulsifies into a silky milk that rinses completely clean without leaving skin stripped or tight — just soft, supple, and refreshed.
Benefits
Purifies skin by dissolving makeup, mineral sunscreen, and daily buildup
Transforms into a lightweight, silky milk when emulsified with water
Reduces oil buildup while preserving the skin's protective barrier
Helps prevent breakouts by clearing pore-clogging debris
Leaves skin soft, supple, and refreshed — never stripped or tight
Ideal For
All skin types — oily, combination, normal, dry, and sensitive
Anyone wearing daily makeup or mineral SPF
The first step in a double-cleanse routine
Barrier-sensitive skin that reacts to harsh foaming cleansers
How To Use
Apply 1–2 pumps to dry hands and dry skin. Massage in circular motions to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and buildup. Wet fingertips with lukewarm water to emulsify the oil into a milky lather, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Follow with a water-based cleanser for a complete double cleanse.
Ingredients
Squalane — lightweight emollient that mimics the skin's natural sebum
Sunflower seed oil — fatty acids that support hydration and moisture retention
Castor seed oil — effectively dissolves makeup and mineral sunscreen
Grape seed oil — lightweight conditioning without heaviness
Rice bran oil — nourishing finish that leaves skin soft
Jojoba seed oil — deeply softening without clogging pores
Avocado oil — lipid-rich comfort for a healthy barrier
Vitamin E — antioxidant protection against environmental stress
Contains Limonene. 5 fl oz / 148 ml.
Good to know
Questions, answered
The practical things clients ask us about this product.
Is it safe for oily or acne-prone skin?
Yes. This is one of the biggest misconceptions about oil cleansers — using oil to cleanse doesn't add oil to your skin. It dissolves the oil, makeup, and buildup already sitting on the surface, then rinses away completely. The oils used here (squalane, jojoba, sunflower) are considered non-comedogenic.
Can I use it around my eyes?
Yes — it's actually one of the gentlest ways to remove eye makeup. Apply to dry skin, gently massage over the lash line and lids, then rinse. It removes waterproof mascara and eye makeup without pulling or tugging.
Can I use this after a facial or microneedling?
Follow your aftercare instructions first. Gentle, fragrance-free products usually come back within a few days. We'll tell you exactly when at your appointment.
Can I use this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Many gentle products are fine, but every pregnancy is different. Check the full ingredient list with your doctor or midwife, and tell us you're expecting so we can review your routine.
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