product spotlight: refresh exfoliating cleanser part 2- behind the formula
Most exfoliants do one job—scrub and strip. But at ästhetik skincare, we believe exfoliation should be more than surface-deep. Our Refresh Exfoliating Cleanser is thoughtfully formulated to smooth texture, decongest pores, and brighten skin without disrupting your barrier.
How? It’s all in the ingredients. Let’s break down what makes this formula different—and how nature, science, and skin-soothing botanicals come together to bring out your best glow.
🌿 The Gentle Exfoliating Duo
Jojoba Esters
Biodegradable, round, and non-abrasive, these jojoba beads gently polish the skin’s surface without microtears. Unlike harsh scrubs, they roll across your skin to lift away dead cells while respecting your barrier.
Glycolic Acid
A powerhouse AHA used at a low, skin-friendly level to dissolve buildup in pores and encourage cell turnover. It helps improve tone and texture without the sting of high-acid formulas.
💧 Barrier-Supporting Base Ingredients
Organic Aloe Vera
The ultimate skin soother. Aloe hydrates, calms inflammation, and boosts healing—making it a perfect pairing with exfoliants.
MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane)
A sulfur-rich compound known to reduce inflammation, improve skin texture, and enhance ingredient penetration. MSM helps your skin absorb all the good stuff more effectively.
Lavender Hydrosol & Cucumber Extract
Both are incredibly calming for reactive or post-exfoliated skin. Lavender reduces redness while cucumber cools and refreshes.
Vitamin E & Organic Olive Oil
Antioxidant-rich emollients that nourish and protect the skin, replenishing lipids lost during cleansing and exfoliation.
🌸 Botanical Balancers and Clarifiers
Willow Bark Extract
A natural source of salicylic acid, this plant extract helps clear pores and calm blemishes without irritation.
Organic Calendula & Burdock Root
Two deeply soothing herbs that reduce inflammation and support skin healing. Ideal for sensitive or breakout-prone skin.
Gotu Kola, Horsetail, Red Clover, Wild Geranium & Organic Dandelion
These herbs are loaded with antioxidants, silica, and phytonutrients that help improve skin tone, firm the skin, and restore balance to stressed complexions.
Reishi Mushroom Extract
Known in Traditional Chinese Medicine as the “mushroom of immortality,” reishi is adaptogenic and calming. It supports skin’s resilience and reduces visible signs of stress.
🍃 Clarifying Oils + Extracts
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Famous for its antibacterial properties, tea tree helps keep breakouts in check without over-drying.
Orange Peel, Grapefruit Seed, Rosemary & Oregano Extracts
These botanical extracts help clarify the skin, balance oil, and provide gentle astringent properties that refresh and refine the pores.
Organic Rosehip & Borage Seed Oils
Rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants, these oils deeply nourish while supporting collagen and barrier repair—leaving your skin feeling soft, not stripped.
🛡️ Safe, Clean Preservation
To keep this formula safe and shelf-stable (without compromising your skin), we use gentle, non-sensitizing preservatives:
- Phenoxyethanol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Potassium Sorbate
- Sodium Benzoate
All are used at extremely low concentrations and are widely accepted in clean skincare.
💫 The Result? Clean, Balanced, Radiant Skin.
When we say “refresh,” we mean it. This cleanser gives you the feel of a facial polish and the benefits of a botanical mask in just 60 seconds.
By combining enzyme and acid exfoliation, gentle polishing beads, and a full spectrum of healing, calming, and nourishing plant extracts, Refresh Exfoliating Cleanser truly sets itself apart.
✨ Ready to exfoliate without compromise?
Shop the Refresh Exfoliating Cleanser
and give your skin the reset it deserves—one glow-boosting wash at a time.
