Desert Essence : Thoroughly Clean Face Wash with Organic Tea Tree Oil and Awapuhi

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Aqua, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Tall Oil, Potassium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Echinacea Angustifolia Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Green and White Teas), Natural Fragrance (Parfum), Citric Acid, Polysorbate 80, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex, Caramel, (Natural Grain) Alcohol Denat.

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December 21, 2009

Pros:

Works well with oily skin.

Cons:

Will really dry out your skin if you use it more than twice a day.

I use this in conjunction with pure jojoba oil and my face has been very pleased with me. Finally* The best part, I don't have to use a toner (which i've always hated).
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February 11, 2009

Pros:

cleans all oil away, leaves skin soft, looking better

Cons:

none

I've been using this face wash for 5 weeks (actually, the tea tree oil/sunflower seed kind... but it's basically the same ingredients), and it's the best one I've ever used. After using it, my face feels SO soft and clean... and doesn't make my acne look worse after washing, like other cleaners have done for me. Try it. I've also been doing other things (chinese herbs, supplements, etc.), but using this wash has coincided with my skin clearing up a good deal... try it, at least. Stick with it. It isn't harsh, it feels good.
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January 15, 2013

Pros:

Works very fast
Natural
Vegan
Gluten free
Doesn't test on animals
No dangerous chemicals
All natural

Cons:

Smell is strong and some people may not like it
A little expensive

This is amazing. I'm a huge fan of desert essence because they are natural, mostly vegan, don't test on animals, and a good enough price. I have their conditioner, lotion, soap, and shampoo. They all smell great and I decided to get a face cleanser. I have a combination of oily and sensitive skin and medium acne. I have used it 3 times so far and my acne is much less noticeable. I wet my face with warm water, gently exfoliate and wash it off with this. Then I apply lotion. It works awesome.
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August 26, 2011

Cons:

Not great for travel

I would not recommend this for anybody with moderate to severe acne. It didn't treat my face at all. Sometimes stung and over dried my face.
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February 22, 2011

Pros:

Cleared my skin, miracle, miracle, miracle, non-offensive smell, MIRACLE

Cons:

None

I've had moderate to severe acne since I was 11 (almost 10 years.) I started using this cleanser a few months ago, and I've been 100% clear ever since. I absolutely love this cleanser. I buy the huge jug of it, which cost me about $11. Totally worth it, and totally recommended. I cleanse twice a day with this cleanser and the Pretika Sonicdermabrasion facial brush. Can't live without these products!
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November 6, 2010

Pros:

Cleared blackheads
Face felt cleaner than other natural face washes

Cons:

Caused cystic breakouts
Excessive drying

After reading many great reviews, I gave this a try. My face felt super clean after using and the blackheads on my nose were zapped away within a week. However, my skin became excessively dry (as many have reported) and it wasn't relieved by moisturizer. I also began to get very severe cystic acne. After continued use for 3 weeks, the condition did not improve. I tried Trader Joe's Gentle Spa cleanser and all the con symptoms went away within 2 days. This product didn't work for me, but it may work for you. For $5, it's worth a try.
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August 16, 2009

Pros:

I felt good using it, knowing that it was natural. It left my skin feeling soft and a little glowy (the first two or three days) I'll admit.

Cons:

It hasn't really improved my complexion though. In fact my pores are larger and I still have blackheads. I'm breaking out a bit more now even though my complexion usually improves in the summer. The product is also runny, not foamy.

Maybe it's just me, or maybe it's how it interacted to my moistuizer (Neutrogena w/salicylic acid), but if you want to try it just get the smaller size bottle first. I'm thinking of trying jojoba oil next because I heard it cleanses pores.
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July 11, 2009

Pros:

Not greasy

Cons:

Doesn't foam up

Amazing product that clears up my skin fast, or at least leaves it feeling very very clean. The tea tree oil definitely helps and I would recommend this product for people with oily or combination skin.
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June 10, 2009

Pros:

This stuff works very well during the summer when I get oily skin. I notice when I breakout, after using this for a few days my pimples will be almost gone. It also is really good at prevent breakouts.

Cons:

Liquidy, doesn't foam. Stings the eyes so be careful. I wouldn't suggest using this during the winter or if you have dry skin because it will just make your skin dryer.

Works best for those with oily skin.
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November 22, 2008

Pros:

Cleared up my acne. This stuff is a miracle worker. I love it.

Cons:

Kind of watery, hurts horribly if you get in your eyes

My face feels so clean when I get done. I have sensitive skin, and this doesn't irritate it at all. I put it in one of those soap pumps that makes your soap foamy. That was the best thing to do. Do not get that stuff in your eyes. It will hurt so bad. I think it is the castile soap that does that. At least try it. I should be in a commercial for this stuff. My face was covered with acne, all I ever wanted was clear skin. I used this stuff for a few months, and my skin completely cleared up. If I use something else, I will break out. You have to try this stuff if you have acne.
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