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Effortless Cleanser

Radiant Glow

Soft, silky, and richly nourishing, Effortless Cleanser gently lifts daily impurities and makeup in a non-foaming cleanse that leaves skin hydrated and supple. Formulated with artisan-distilled hydrosols, whole-plant botanical infusions, unrefined oils, and raw honey, this beautifully composed cleanser blurs the line between cleansing and treatment. Its vibrant concentration of nutritive plants and cushiony cream-gel texture turn cleansing into a nutritious and restorative daily ritual.

KEY ACTIONS

  • Lifts daily impurities and makeup without stripping the skin
  • Nourishes and hydrates to support a resilient barrier
  • Leaves skin calm, plump, and softly luminous

SKIN TYPE

Dry, dehydrated, sensitive; suitable for all skin types

100ml

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$68.00

Effortless Cleanser is composed of 20 active botanicals, making this elegant formula unusually rich in nourishing plant compounds. This level of nutrition is more often found in treatment products than in cleansers. Unlike conventional cleansers, this formula contains no water and is non-foaming, designed to support healthy barrier function rather than disrupt it.

At the heart of the formula lies gentle yet effective Rose medicine in three forms: DAMASK ROSE hydrosol, ROSEHIP FRUIT and SEED and a rare WHITE ROSE distillation. Traditionally associated with regeneration, Rose delivers deep hydration, renewed firmness, and protective barrier support. 

CALENDULA and MYRRH, rich in natural resins, bring soothing and restorative qualities long valued in herbal cleansing traditions. BURDOCK and DANDELION deepen that work, with inulin-rich prebiotics that encourage microbial diversity and resilience. ROSE GERANIUM hydrosol, fresh from the Laurel Skin farm, is included to strengthen sensitive, fragile skin and encourage healthy oil and lipid production.

Light, freshly pressed cleansing oils of raw, unrefined SUNFLOWER and SAFFLOWER are chosen for their ability to bind to oxidized oils and debris so they can be easily lifted away without stripping the skin. These raw oils retain their active enzymes and are paired with raw HONEY to gently encourage natural turnover, refining the skin and clearing debris, leaving it soft, comfortable, and effortlessly radiant.

SENSORY PROFILE
How it feels: A non-foaming, silky cream-gel that slips easily over the skin
How it smells: dewy petals, warm honey, and earthy resins connected by a light, herbal elegance

PHYTOCHEMISTRY PROFILE
Effortless Cleanser contains these notable phytonutrients, along with many others:
essential fatty acids, vitamin E, carotenoids (lutein and beta-carotene), B vitamins, enzymes, polysaccharides, tannins, inulin, fructooligosaccharides (prebiotics), resins, steroidal saponins, vitamin C, various flavonoids and polyphenols (quercetin and rutin), phytosterols, triterpenoids, zinc, manganese, magnesium, selenium, potassium, geraniol, palmitic acid, gallic acid, limonene, linalool

USAGE
For initial use: Shake well. This cleanser contains a natural emulsion and may need to be shaken occasionally to re-blend.

Moisten face and hands with water. Dispense a dime-sized amount (3–6 pumps) into fingertips and massage gently onto the skin, paying special attention to congested areas or around the eyes for makeup removal. Remove with a warm towel. For heavy makeup or sunscreen, cleanse twice.

RITUAL
Our Cleansers are rich in active botanicals and can be used as an extended cleansing ritual when time allows. Take time for a thorough massage, adding water as you go along for a luxurious glide over the skin. The water further activates enzymes and water-soluble nutrients in the formula. Leave on the skin for 5 minutes, and then remove with a warm, steamy towel to reveal a plump, firm glow.

Use within six months of opening and before the recommended use-by date on the bottom of the bottle. Store in a cool, dry, and dark place.

95% Whole Plant Organic

ROSE
A rare White Rose and Damask Rose anchor this formula, both organically cultivated with a focus on environmental stewardship. Exceptionally gentle and soothing, Rose supports hydration and barrier comfort while offering protective and plumping support for the skin.

CALENDULA
Calendula is used in two forms, as an artisan-distilled hydrosol and a whole-plant extract, to capture its full medicinal range of phytonutrients. Historically valued for cleansing and regeneration, Calendula calms inflammation, soothes compromised skin, and supports a balanced microbiome.

BURDOCK ROOT + DANDELION ROOT
These nutritious roots provide inulin and other prebiotics, encouraging a diverse and resilient skin microbiome. These cleansing alternative herbs are traditionally used for the detoxification of pathways and supporting cellular metabolism without disrupting the skin’s natural balance.

HONEY
Our small-batch, raw California honey contributes gentle enzymatic activity that supports healthy renewal. Naturally humectant and softening, it helps the skin retain moisture while maintaining comfort during cleansing.

SAFFLOWER SEED OIL + SUNFLOWER SEED OIL
Freshly pressed and used in careful balance, these skin-compatible raw, unrefined seed oils bind to oxidized oils and debris, allowing impurities to be lifted away with ease. Their balanced fatty acid profiles cleanse effectively while leaving the skin soft, nourished, and comfortable.

FULL INGREDIENT LIST: Rose Hydrosol˚, Calendula Hydrosol˚, Rose Geranium Hydrosol˚; House Made Aqueous Extracts of Burdock˚, Dandelion˚; Safflower Oil˚, Sunflower Oil˚, Rosehip Seed Oil˚, Coconut Oil˚, Honey˚, Olive Wax (Cetearyl Olivate and Sorbitan Olivate), Vegetable Glycerine˚, Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Jojoba Oil˚, Vegetable Lecithin˚; House Made Whole Plant Extracts of Licorice˚, Calendula˚, Rosemary˚, Cleavers˚; Essential Oils of Rose Geranium˚, Bergamot˚, Rose˚, Myrrh˚; Scarlet Pimpernel Flower Essence˚, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate
˚organically grown ingredient

Laurel Skin formulas set a benchmark for high ingredient and formulation standards that the beauty industry would collectively consider unreasonable. Here are a few highlights that set Effortless Cleanser apart from other cleansers:

  • Exclusive use of freshly pressed, unrefined, virgin oils to maintain antioxidant and nutrient availability
  • No foaming or stripping ingredients, skin health prioritized over conventional trends
  • Exclusive use of artisanal hydrosols, as opposed to water
  • Micro-dosed essential oils for phytonutrient support, without overwhelming the skin

    • The abbreviated list above cannot be found elsewhere – our level of care and integrity is proudly unreasonable.

    What We Repeat, We Become
    In herbalism, the remedies used most often are chosen for their gentleness and compatibility with the body. Daily cleansing is one of the most frequent interactions we have with our skin, which makes this step especially important to get right. When cleansing is too aggressive, even the most supportive treatments that follow have to work harder to restore balance.

    Effortless Cleanser was formulated to cleanse and, almost more importantly, to nourish the skin while doing so. The plants in this formula were chosen for their ability to cleanse while simultaneously soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin. Rather than forcing the skin into submission and disruption, this cleanser works by supporting its natural rhythms, allowing comfort, softness, and radiance to build through nutrition and consistency.

    This is a cleanser designed not to leave your skin “squeaky” and bare, but trusted, day after day, as the steady foundation for healthy skin.

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