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The Purifying Cleanser

Name: The Purifying Cleanser
Brand: Matrescence
SKU: matrg1-cleanse
Price: 62.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$62.00

A gentle gel cleanser that purifies pores and clears breakouts.

4oz (120ml / $0.52/ml)

Pregnancy and Postpartum Safe •OB/GYN Recommended •Hormone-Safe

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Tough on Breakouts, Gentle on Skin.

Cleanses and unclogs pores to clear hormonal breakouts without stripping skin. Infused with high-performance botanical actives, it quickly dissolves excess oil, impurities, and makeup while soothing irritation and redness. Leaves skin feeling balanced, refreshed, and nourished.

Pregnancy & Postpartum Safe. From first trimester through postpartum. Because your skin deserves skincare that works as hard as you do.

Skin Targets

Oily, Hormonal, Breakout-Prone, Congested, Inflamed, Sensitive Skin

Tips

Use AM & PM.
Follow with the Brightening Essence and the Brilliance Protection Souffle for best results.
Do not use on damaged or broken skin. Stop use and consult a doctor if irritation occurs.

Full Ingredient List

Aqua, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Coco-Betaine, Lauryl Lactate, Caramel, *Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, *Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Tropolone, *Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, *Echinacea Purpurea (Purple Coneflower) Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, Plantago Lanceolata (Plantain) Leaf Extract, *Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/Leaf Extract, *Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract.

*Certified Organic Ingredient

Free from phthalates,parabens, phthalates, colorants, synthetic fragrances, GMOs, sodium lauryl sulfate, synthetic dyes, petrochemicals

The Purifying Cleanser

$62.00

purifying

soothing

glow

clarifying

key benefits

Clears Breakouts & Blemishes

Dissolves excess oil, makeup and impurities to prevent congested pores.

Balances & Soothes

Calms irritation and redness from hormonal shifts, particularly during pregnancy & postpartum.

Hydrates & Protects

Supports the skin barrier and leaves skin soft, never dry or stripped.

EWG Verified

Adheres to the strictest criteria for transparency and health.

Pregnancy & Postpartum Safe

Formulated to address skin changes during motherhood, free from harsh or disruptive ingredients.

safety matters

hormone-safe ingredients

We don’t just avoid the bad — we obsess over the best.

With as many as 6,500 ingredients excluded from our formulations, we go beyond clean to ensure every product is free from potential reproductive and developmental toxins. Safe to use from pre-conception through postpartum, our skincare is designed to support you through every phase of motherhood. As a proud Environmental Working Group (EWG) partner, we meet the highest standards of safety, transparency, and trust.

Burdock Root Extract

Traditionally used to treat acne, eczema, and psoriasis, it helps strengthen the skin barrier, soothe inflammation.

Plantain Extract

Celebrated for its calming and reparative properties and traditionally used to soothe wounds and inflammation. Supports skin regeneration, helping to visibly reduce acne scars and blemishes.

Green Tea Extract

Calms irritation, clears pores, and protects against environmental stressors. Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties eliminates impurities, excess oil, and dead skin.

Apple Fruit Extract

A natural source of gentle alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), it helps to exfoliate dead skin cells, unclog and tighten pores to ease inflammation without over-drying. Also supports hydration and radiance, making it ideal for sensitive, hormonal skin.

real results

What to expect

Immediately: Skin feels clean, refreshed, and comfortable – not tight or dry.

Week 2: Redness and irritation visibly diminish, breakouts begin to clear.

Week 4: Skin is clear, smoother, and noticeably more radiant.

*Based on a 4-week Consumer Perception Study of 65 participants.
** Results may vary

Best cleanser! My skin was really sensitive during pregnancy and this kept it happy and glowing.

My acne has been tamed and going into my second trimester I see the positive changes and can’t be any happier!

I had really bad pregnancy acne that is now gone and my skin appears to be much brighter and doesn't feel tight or dry!

no-fuss ritual

How to Use

apply

Massage a small amount of cleanser on dry skin

activate

Wet and lather

complement

Follow with the Brightening Essence and the Brilliance Protection Souffle for best results.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this while pregnant?

Yes! The Purifying Cleanser, like all our products, is formulated for sensitive, hormonal skin and also made with motherhood journey in mind. We've excluded ingredients linked to reproductive or developmental harm to ensure that all our products can be trusted for use from pre-conception, pregnancy, breastfeeding and beyond.

Does it remove makeup?

Yes! It gently removes makeup, oil, and sunscreen.

I have dry skin, can I still use this?

Yes, it cleanses without stripping natural oils, leaving skin hydrated. Drier skin types can chose to use in AM or PM only, instead.

do i have to use the other products in the set?

Each Rose Glow product works well on its own, but together, they work synergistically for maximum results. The cleanser preps skin for absorption, the essence boosts the effects of the moisturizer, and the moisturizer locks it all in. Each targets a specific skin concern, creating a complete ritual that purifies, brightens, and hydrates for a healthy, radiant glow.

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The Purifying Cleanser

Tough on Breakouts, Gentle on Skin.