Desert Essence

Thoroughly Clean Face Wash - Original

Swanson $5.07
Retail $9.29

Item #: DST023
Availability: In Stock
8.5 fl oz Liquid

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  • Vegetarian/vegan face wash



  • Features Eco-Harvest Tea Tree Oil



  • Replace your old cleanser with this soothing face wash that is good for you and the environment


Desert Essence Thoroughly Clean Face Wash is a gentle cleansing solution that leaves your skin feeling silky and smooth. This unique face wash contains Eco-Harvest Tea Tree Oil, a natural oil that cleanses without making skin feel tight or dry. Also included are soothing extracts of Goldenseal, Hawaiian White Ginger (Awapuhi), and essential oil of Chamomile. Mineral-rich Bladderwrack, harvested from the sea, nourishes the skin to leave it looking vibrantly healthy. Thoroughly Clean Face Wash ever so gently helps improve the texture, clarity and radiance of your skin.

Cruelty free: no animal testing of raw materials or finished product. No SLS, parabens, phthalates, artificial detergents, artificial color, synthetic perfumes or synthetic ingredients.

Ingredients: Castile Soap (Water (Aqua), Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Tall Oil, Potassium Hydroxide), Glycerin, Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil*, Chamomilla recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Hydrastis canadensis (Goldenseal) Root Extract, Hedychium coronarium Root Extract (Awapuhi), Fucus vesiculosus Extract (Bladderwrack), Cymbopogon martini Oil (Palmarosa), Citrus aurantium amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Oil, Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Chamomilla recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil, Calendula officinalis Flower Oil, Callitris intratropica Wood Oil (Blue Cypress)

*Eco-Harvest

Directions: Moisten face with warm water and gently massage a small amount of Desert Essence Thoroughly Clean Face Wash in circular motions onto the cheeks, chin, forehead, and neck, avoiding contact with eyes. Continue for approximately one minute, then rinse thoroughly with cool water. Follow this procedure twice daily.

Avoid Contact with Eyes

No Animal Derived Ingredients, Animal Testing, Parabens, Artificial Fragrances or Dyes, Petroleum Compounds: Mineral Oil, Petrolatum or Paraffin, SLS, PEGS, PPG, MEA, DEA or TEA, Glycols, or Phthalates.

Vegetarian/Vegan · Gluten Free · Biodegradable · Renewable Sources · Cruelty Free

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Customer Ratings & Reviews

Thoroughly Clean Face Wash - Original 4.8 5 18 20
Like it a LOT First purchase of this product and I like it a lot...will purchase it again. April 24, 2012
Excellent Cleanser! When my previous cleanser had it's formula changed, it threw my skin into a tailspin. I crossed my fingers when I ordered this hoping I would find relief and after less than one week of use, I am a happy camper. This is a great cleanser! I would agree that there is a fairly strong scent and when you look at the list of ingredients, you can understand why. There is a lot of great stuff in here that makes me feel like I'm being pampered at a spa. The liquid does tend to squirt out of the spout uncontrollably so try to aim for the palm of your hand instead of the fingers. Even this won't stop me from reordering because it is still a great value at this price. I do recommend a moisturizer after cleansing. In the evening I use Swanson's clear complexion cream. In the morning, Swanson's vitamin K cream works great for me! February 18, 2012
I've been using this for 6 years I have very oily skin and would easily get clogged pores often. I love this cleanser because of how gentle but yet VERY effective it is! I have tried MANY other products for a number of years and once I came across this I have had no reason to look anymore. Very satisfied, especially for the price here on Swanson's! February 3, 2012
SMELL THE SMELL IS STRONG,BUT, THE FACE FEELS VERY REFRESHING !! February 2, 2012
this is the best feeling liq soap will by it again for sure February 2, 2012
Ahhhh. Feels so nice! Makes my face feel oh-so soft. And it doesn't dry this old skin of mine out, either! The scent of the tea tree oil is a bit strong at first (I kinda like it, tho--makes me think, "clean"), but it does not linger. Also, it is thin and it shoots out of the dispenser, so be ready! ;) December 13, 2011
Works well and can't beat the price This product works great. I have oily skin and I like how it makes my face feel. Scent is ok. It is watery, but lathers nicely. I have been using it for months and have no intentions of switching. September 14, 2011
Surprised By Its Effectiveness I thought I'd give this product a try as I'd like to make healthier choices regarding healthcare and food for my family. After using this product for more than two weeks, I can say I'm very pleased with it and will continue its use. The smell was a little strong, and for those of us who might be a little new to this organic lifestyle, is a little odd too. The smell doesn't seem to stay on after rinsing, however, and its not really bad, just different. The product is rather thin in consistancy as another reviewer noted. Their idea of putting it in a foam dispenser is one that I'm now considering as it would be less wasteful and certainly would increase its value even further. I have combination skin and am surprised that my face gets squeaky clean with a product that has tree "oil" in it. I'm going to order more for each of my three teenage sons! It seems that Desert Essence makes reputable products. I'm going to try more. July 4, 2011
Awesome facewash! This facewash is great! I like the fact that it does not have any chemicals. This is by far the best price and quality for a chemical free facewash that I have found. if you have dry skin, simply add olive oil to the amount that feels right for your skin. April 29, 2011
Awesome Product I love the way it makes me skin feel - silky and soft. It is thin and runny, so I put it in a foaming pump dispenser. Works great! The smell is strong, but the smell doesn't last on your skin. March 12, 2011
GREAT face wash This face wash is amazing. The only downside is that the smell is REALLY strong (and not in a good way), especially when you first start using it. Fortunately it's something you get used to if you give it a chance, and it's worth it. February 17, 2011
Great Bargain This cleanser is better and cheaper than any other cleanser I've tried. I have combination skin and it works well to keep my face moist, yet clean. My teenager also uses it with great success. We have stopped using name brand expensive products with much satisfaction! July 6, 2010
Affordable option to store brands I've been using this face wash for about 4 months. While it does seem to clean my face and make it feel healthy, I have noticed that it really does not do much to stop my oily skin. The dispenser is a bit awkward too because the liquid is so thin that I find myself losing some through my fingers every time I use it. If you are looking for an affordable, basic face wash with natural ingredients, you should like this. If you have an oily complexion, I would suggest looking at face washes made exclusively to handle that issue. June 21, 2010
The face soap comes out quickly when you pump it and it's hard to get in your hand. It also really burns if you get it in your eyes! May 30, 2010
Best face wash I have found Gives the face a very clean feel. It cleans throughly like the name says. Does the job without the high price of expensive brands. My husband hates to use oils, lotions and anything that is sticky and greasy and smells girly. He got hooked on this one though! January 28, 2010
Skin Friendly Natural oils and castile soap cleans face well with very small quantity. Only potential negative is the strong turpentine-like scent. January 22, 2010
Only Face Wash I Use I've used this product since I was 14. All other face washes I've tried don't compare. Leaves a squeaky clean feeling! Lathers with just a small amount, bottle lasts a long time! Swanson's offer the best price I've found, half that of local retailers. January 15, 2010
Love this Face Wash I have been using this product every day for over a year on my face. I love it. It does not smell very good but that is the ONLY negative about this product. It made a huge difference in my skin which is most likely due to the Tee Tree Oil. October 9, 2009
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