CLEAN POTION: 5-in-1 Cleansing Treatment

For absolute freshness, Clean Potion is cold-processed in very limited small batches to offer the most potent 5-in-1 purification for exquisite translucence and unparalleled comfort.

THE INSPIRATION

This is the first product I created because I always hated washing my face every time I wore makeup or sunscreen. Gentle foam cleansers didn't do a good job on their own and if I repeated use twice or used stronger cleansers, my skin would feel dry. Oil or milky cleansers I tried would leave a film on my skin, require a washcloth to remove (which would aggravate my skin) and so many were heavily fragrant...all of these things were not good for my already sensitive and sensitized skin.

As an esthetician, I knew the damage I was doing with these attempts. This includes damage to the hydrolipidic barrier, essential for protection against external aggressors and irritants, and the important microbiome - the good bacteria and good natural oils on your skin that help to keep skin's protective barrier strong and keep skin comfortable & healthy. If your skin feels squeaky clean or powder-smooth after washing your face (whether from cleansers or exfoliants), you've already weakened your skin barriers and stripped your skin.

From acne to lines, many skin issues can begin with or are aggravated by improper skincare. Proper cleansing is one of the most important (but often overlooked) steps in skincare. Although cleanser remains on your skin for a short time, if skin-damaging ingredients are used repeatedly, it eventually becomes a problem for skin health that can lead to a myriad of skin concerns including acne, dermatitis, redness, hyperpigmentation, and wrinkles.

Even naturally-derived oils with no surfactants that require washcloths for removal can put skin out of balance. Many we have seen do not have a proper balance of linoleic and oleic acids which can be a problem if you use the wrong ones for acne-prone skin or irritated compromised skin.

Although in many cases the damage does not show right away, habitually compromised skin becomes weaker, less able to hold moisture, stressed, and more vulnerable to breakouts, rough skin texture, blotchy or uneven tone, lines, and other signs of environmental damage.

I didn't want to give up knowing that if impurities are not properly removed from skin, they can get lodged in the pores, make them permanently larger, irritate skin, and compromise skin barrier long-term so I used my knowledge of skin-beneficial ingredients, and created several iterations until I said wow and continued to have the same reaction after several uses. That's when I knew I found the one.

THE SOLUTION

We believe in using less to do more and developed Clean Potion as an all-in-one cleansing solution that actually helps provide special care for your skin's crucial protective barriers during the cleansing process. At the same time, it easily dissolves water-resistant sunscreen, longwear makeup and thoroughly lifts pollutants to rinse clean. Skin is infused with a blend of oils that helps soothe the look of redness and feelings of irritation. Nature's own antimicrobial and sebum regulators help to visibly calm excess oil & breakouts. A very precise combination of omega & EFA levels helps promote a more balanced look and feel - whether your skin is more prone to dryness or has oily skin concerns. Skin is ideally cleansed, nourished, and in a receptive state for treatments to follow. Day after day, skin feels stronger and looks more balanced with calmness and clarity.

THE CLEAN POTION DIFFERENCE

Even if you think you are happy with your cleanser, we invite you to try Clean Potion for at least a week so you can begin to see and feel the difference a truly ideal cleanser can make for the first time.

THE CLEANSING RITUAL

This complete multi-phase, oil-to-milky foam cleanser removes the need for extra eye, lip, and face makeup remover, second cleanser, softener, and toner. The elimination of excess steps in the cleansing process helps to prevent harm from excessive stress to delicate skin.

We suggest using 1 dropper if used in the morning without makeup, and 1-2 droppers for evening cleansing to remove heavy makeup, pollutants, or other impurities that may have accumulated throughout the day. Begin by spreading the precious cleansing blend evenly on dry skin and lightly massage. Wet your hands and massage well again without pulling the skin. The addition of water transforms the silky blend of oils into a comforting, light milky foam as it thoroughly removes makeup and impurities from the skin. The more impurities that are on your skin, the milkier it becomes to lift them away. Rinse clean with lukewarm water. No washcloth needed. For best results. follow with ZEN SOURCE Calming Comfort Anti-Redness Soft Foam Cleanser as a second cleanse after workout or when wearing sunscreen & long-wear makeup. Skin is left ideally purified, comforted, and ready to better receive the benefits of the next steps in your skincare ritual such as the ZEN SOURCE Barrier Strengthening Lipid Restore Moisture Cream.

THE FULL LIST OF PURPOSEFUL INGREDIENTS (absolutely no fillers)

* Sourced from organic farming

Meadowfoam Seed Oil  Similar to skin’s own sebum, it is one of the most effective oils to help prevent moisture loss. It helps deliver calming, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant benefits deep into the epidermis and studies have found its compounds can help inhibit enzymes that break down collagen in the skin.

Its high stability allows it to extend the potency & freshness of other oils it works with and allows it great affinity with skin for enhanced protection without greasiness or negative effects.

Chardonnay Grapeseed Oil*  Valued for many of its skin-beneficial properties, it contains proven antimicrobial properties to help treat acne.

Its potent anti-inflammatory properties from omega PUFA are crucial to skin barrier function, calming redness & inflammation.

Its potent antioxidant properties, including proanthocyanidin & vitamin E, help to protect from free radical damage & even out skin tone.

S. African Baobab Oil*  Rich in vitamins A, C, D, E, & F, Baobab Oil helps to protect skin during cleansing and promote healthy skin renewal function.

Its high omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty acid content helps treat damaged and irritated skin conditions including eczema & psoriasis while preserving elasticity & providing a deeper level of hydration without making skin greasy or clogging pores.

Thai Tamanu Oil*  Considered Green Gold for its therapeutic properties for those with acne, dermatitis, eczema, or psoriasis as it has been commonly used in SE Asia.

Its exceptional cleansing properties effectively remove dirt, sweat, excess sebum, and pollutants from the skin.

It helps to gently encourage growth of new skin, calm acne, reduce chances of future breakouts & help to even out skin tone. At the same time, it helps to calm and repair by soothing dryness, irritation and redness.

Moroccan Argan Oil*  When sourced from reputable suppliers, Argan Oil contains potent antioxidants (like vitamin E) to easily work with the skin to protect, moisturize & impart luminosity.

Its anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce symptoms of dermatitis, rosacea & psoriasis.

Its antibacterial, fungicidal, and anti-sebum properties are effective in helping tp treat acne, skin infections, and excess oiliness for calmer, balanced skin.

Japanese Tsubaki Oil*  A treasured beauty oil in the East, it provides skin with a rich source of vitamins A, D, C, & E, omega 9, and polyphenols to help encourage production of healthy cell repair and moisture retention.

It helps to protect skin from dryness while replenishing it with nutrients to help promote strength & elasticity.

Di-PPG-2 Myreth-10 Adipate  Developed to help solve the problem of sulfate substitutes in clean beauty that can even be too irritating for many with sensitive skin, this patented cleansing agent is one of the mildest available today.

It is considered extremely safe and suitable even for the driest, most sensitized, or reactive skin while being thorough enough for those with oilier skin concerns.

American Elderberry Extract  Traditionally used for many years in herbal medicines, this fruit extract offers protective antioxidants and conditioning benefits to skin.

Rich in anthocyanins, flavanols, and phenolics, it exhibits exceptional natural broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties that are very effective against fungal microorganisms.