A Deeply Nourishing Ritual for All Skin
Oil cleansing is one of the oldest and most effective ways to cleanse the skin. It offers a thorough yet non-invasive cleanse—one that supports the barrier rather than stripping it.
This method is especially beneficial for skin that is troubled, extremely dry, sensitive, reactive, acne-prone, or congestion-prone—and for minimalists who prefer simple, whole-plant formulations. It is also one of the most effective ways to remove makeup and sunscreen, offering a deep, complete cleanse while leaving the skin fortified, supple, and nourished.
At its heart, oil cleansing is a ritual—centered around the combination of oil, slow facial massage, and a warm, steamy cloth. This simple, time-honored method creates a cleanse that is both deeply effective and profoundly calming to the skin.
Oil cleansing works with the principle that like dissolves like. Through massage, oil binds to and dissolves dirt, debris, excess sebum, makeup, and sunscreen in a way that water or foam cleansers cannot. As the oil moves across the skin, it softens congestion within the pores, loosening buildup with a kind of quiet precision.
The warmth of the cloth then becomes an essential partner in the ritual—softening, lifting, and gently removing what has been dislodged. What remains is skin that feels clean, receptive, and remarkably at ease.
A key note: a washcloth must be used when oil cleansing. The cloth is what completes the process—removing oil, debris, and buildup while offering gentle heat and circulation. Without it, the skin is not truly cleansed.
How to Oil Cleanse
Into dry skin, massage a quarter-sized amount of cleansing oil, focusing on areas of dryness, congestion, or where makeup and sunscreen have been applied. Take your time here—the massage is what allows the oil to move deeply into the pores, softening and dissolving buildup.
Next, lay a warm, damp washcloth across the face. Allow the steam and warmth to soften and loosen what has been brought to the surface. Then, using gentle outward sweeping motions, remove the oil until the skin feels clean, soft, supple, and resilient.
This method can be used as a single cleanse, or as the first step in a double-cleansing ritual.
Double Cleansing
Double cleansing is ideal for those who wear makeup or sunscreen daily, or who live in more urban or polluted environments.
The first cleanse removes surface debris—makeup, sunscreen, and environmental buildup. The second cleanse refines and cleanses the skin itself.
First cleanse: One of our Cleansing Oils
Second cleanse: Cleansing Milk or Tea Tree Gel Cleanser
Together, they create a thorough yet balanced cleansing ritual that respects the skin’s natural function.
Our Two Cleansing Oils
Two Distinct Herbal Rituals, One Shared Philosophy
Both of our cleansing oils are essential-oil-free, calming, and formulated to support even the most delicate, reactive skin. Each offers its own texture, herbal intelligence, and sensory experience.
Lemon Balm & White Sage Cleansing Infusion
Lightweight • Silky • 100% Regenerative Organic Certified
Our newest cleansing oil is crafted entirely from ROC jojoba and olive oils and slow-infused with whole, regenerative organically grown herbs, including lemon balm, white sage, and chamomile—plants long used to bring ease, clarity, and comfort to the skin.
In oil, these plants express themselves through the language of lipids—slow, steady, and deeply integrated into the skin. Lemon balm carries a naturally calming presence, rich in compounds that help soften visible reactivity and reduce the appearance of heat and redness. It has a long-standing relationship with the nervous system, and on the skin, this translates to an easing of overstimulation.
White sage offers a complementary action. It is gently clarifying and subtly astringent, helping to refine the appearance of pores and shift congestion without disturbing the skin’s delicate barrier. When infused into nourishing oils, its purifying nature becomes balanced—never stripping, always supportive.
Together, these herbs are interwoven with regenerative jojoba and olive oils that closely resemble the skin’s own sebum. This allows the infusion to move seamlessly across the skin, dissolving buildup while simultaneously restoring balance. The effect is not simply cleansing, but recalibration—the skin feels clearer, softer, and more internally at ease.
The texture is light and fluid, gliding effortlessly across the skin before transforming into a soft, milky emulsion upon contact with water. It’s ideal for those who prefer a breathable, effortless cleanse that leaves the complexion fresh, supple, and luminous.
Nettle Olive Leaf Cleansing Oil
Richer • Cushioned • Massage-Friendly
This beloved original cleansing oil blends sunflower, avocado, baobab, castor, olive, jojoba, and grape seed oils, infused with nettle and olive leaf. The inclusion of castor, avocado, and baobab creates a richer, more cushioned texture—ideal for slower, more intentional massage or evening rituals.
Nettle is a profoundly nutritive plant—rich in minerals that support tone, resilience, and overall skin vitality. In oil infusion, it lends a strengthening quality, helping the skin feel more supported and less reactive over time. It is especially beneficial for skin that feels depleted, overworked, or in need of restoration.
Olive leaf carries potent protective compounds that help the skin maintain clarity while defending against environmental stress. It offers a subtle balancing effect—supporting both congestion-prone and sensitive conditions without pushing the skin in either direction.
In a rich oil base, these two plants work synergistically to create a cleansing experience that nourishes as it purifies. The oil moves deeply into the pores, dissolving buildup while simultaneously delivering replenishing lipids and plant compounds to the skin.
This is where cleansing becomes restorative—the skin is not only cleared, but fortified. It feels cushioned, supported, and quietly strengthened.
It offers a comforting, enveloping glide and leaves the skin nourished and supple, without heaviness.
Choosing Your Ritual
A simple guide:
Prefer a light, silky, easy-rinsing cleanse?
Lemon Balm & White Sage Cleansing Infusion
Love a rich, massage-friendly ritual with a cushioned feel?
Nettle Olive Leaf Cleansing Oil
Many enjoy both—using the lighter infusion in the morning and the richer oil in the evening. Each offers a distinct experience while supporting the skin through seasonal shifts, dryness, and daily stress.
