Cleansing Wash
Category: Best Sellers, Cleanse & Treat
Gentle Daily Cleanser
100ml · Sweet Basil, Lemon & Bergamot
A gentle, daily facial cleanser that thoroughly removes impurities, make-up and excess oil without stripping the skin of its natural moisture. Sweet almond oil, castor oil and homeopathic tissue salts, finished with a blend of sweet basil, lemon and bergamot.
Formulated by Melissa Foreman, a homeopath and naturopath of over twenty years, and made by hand in small batches. Every ingredient is here for a reason.
Key Benefits
- Thorough yet gentle cleansing — removes impurities, make-up and excess oil without disrupting the skin's natural barrier
- Maintains moisture balance — sweet almond and castor oils nourish as they cleanse, leaving skin soft rather than tight or dry
- Suits most skin types — including sensitive, dry and combination skin
- Improves the look of tone — lemon essential oil, chosen for its gentle brightening effect with regular use
- Helps balance the skin — sweet basil and bergamot essential oils, selected for their clarifying, balancing character
- A genuine sensory ritual — the fresh, uplifting aroma of basil, lemon and bergamot, blended for the daily cleanse rather than added as fragrance
Key Ingredients
Rich in vitamins A and E, sweet almond oil is one of the gentlest and most effective cleansing oils available. It dissolves impurities and make-up while nourishing and softening the skin — the ideal base for a daily cleanser. Non-comedogenic and suitable for even the most sensitive skin.
A natural cleansing oil that helps draw out impurities and smooths the skin's surface, working alongside the almond oil to support the skin's protective barrier so the cleanser does its job without over-stripping.
A naturally clarifying oil, chosen to help keep skin feeling clean, fresh and balanced — particularly suited to skin that's prone to congestion.
A brightening, toning oil that helps improve the look of skin tone with regular use, adding a fresh, uplifting quality to the cleansing experience.
A balancing, mood-lifting oil, particularly suited to combination and oily skin types. Bergamot's fresh, citrusy aroma adds a genuinely uplifting dimension to your morning or evening cleanse.
Selected by Melissa for their place in a cleansing formulation, where they support the skin's own cleansing process and help maintain moisture balance.
What are homeopathic tissue salts?
Twelve mineral salts, prepared homeopathically, first set out by Dr Wilhelm Schuessler in nineteenth-century Germany. Melissa has selected specific salts for their place in a skincare formulation, where they support the skin's moisture balance and condition.
They are used in very few skincare ranges — and they are in every Pūraka product.
Read more in the JournalHow to Use
- Wet face and neck with warm water
- Apply a small amount of Cleansing Wash to damp fingertips
- Massage gently into the skin using circular motions, working from the centre of the face outward
- Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat dry with a clean towel
- Follow immediately with your Pūraka serum and moisturiser
Use as the first step in the Activated Charcoal Deep Cleansing Mask ritual — cleanse first, then apply the mask for a thorough weekly deep cleanse.
About Pūraka
Pūraka was made by Melissa Foreman, a practising homeopath and naturopath with over twenty years in natural health, beauty and essential oils. She made this range because she couldn't find one that reflected what she'd learned.
Every product is made by hand in small batches, housed in amber glass, and is vegan, cruelty-free and free from synthetic fillers, petrochemicals and animal products.
Pūraka means inhale in Sanskrit.
Pairs Well With
- Pūraka Activated Charcoal Deep Cleansing Mask — use the Cleansing Wash beforehand for a complete weekly deep cleanse ritual
- Pūraka Hydrating Super Serum — follow cleansing with the serum for immediate hydration and brightness
- Pūraka Active Day Cream — complete your morning routine with daily anti-ageing protection
Processing time
Orders are processed and dispatched within 1–3 working days of payment being confirmed. You'll receive an email confirmation once your order is on its way.
UK delivery
We ship across the United Kingdom via Royal Mail. All orders are sent on a tracked service, so you can follow your parcel from dispatch to your doorstep.
- Royal Mail Tracked 48 — Standard — Delivery aim 2–3 working days
- Royal Mail Tracked 24 — Express — Delivery aim next working day
Delivery costs are calculated at checkout based on your order weight and chosen service.
International delivery
We currently ship to selected international destinations via Royal Mail. Delivery times and costs vary by location and will be displayed at checkout. Please note that international orders may be subject to customs charges or import duties, which are the responsibility of the customer.
Tracking your order
All orders are sent on a tracked service. You'll receive a tracking number by email once your order has been dispatched.
Delays
Whilst we do our best to meet the above timeframes, occasional delays may occur due to high demand, carrier issues, or circumstances beyond our control. If your order hasn't arrived within 10 working days of dispatch, please contact us, and we'll look into it straight away.
Lost or missing orders
If your order appears to be lost in transit, please get in touch at hello@purakaskincare.com, and we'll work with Royal Mail to resolve it as quickly as possible.
Packaging
All Pūraka products are shipped in packaging that reflects our commitment to sustainability. We use minimal, recyclable materials wherever possible.
Contact
For any questions about your delivery, please email us at hello@purakaskincare.com — we'll get back to you personally.
Returns & Refunds
We want you to love every Pūraka product. If for any reason you're not satisfied, we're here to help.
Unopened products
If you change your mind, we accept returns on unopened, unused products in their original condition within 60 days of purchase. Please get in touch at hello@purakaskincare.com, and we'll guide you through the process. Return postage is the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty.
Damaged or faulty items
If your order arrives damaged or there's a fault with your product, please contact us within 14 days of receiving your order with a photo and a brief description. We'll arrange a replacement or full refund at no cost to you.
Opened products
For hygiene reasons, we're unable to accept returns on opened or used products unless they are faulty.
Refunds
Once we receive and inspect your return, we'll process your refund within 1–7 working days back to your original payment method. You'll receive an email confirmation when it's done.
Questions?
Email us at hello@purakaskincare.com — Melissa or a member of the team will get back to you personally.
