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Aloe Juice
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Forms the liquid base of the cleanser, adding conditioning and calming support from first contact.
OVESSI SKINCARE
The Cleanse : Clarifying Aloe Gel Wash
clarifying aloe gel face wash
A fresh gel face wash that cleanses thoroughly, softens with organic aloe, and leaves normal to oily skin feeling clean, comfortable, and never stripped.
£31
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Made fresh once you order
- Dispatched within 2 working days
- Free UK shipping over £75
Made fresh for you once you order · dispatched within 2 working days.
On the skin
What this bottle brings
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Soft clarifying cleanse with organic aloe
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Leaves skin clean, soft, never stripped
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Controlled soft lather rinses completely clean
Why this exists
Normal to oily skin rarely needs a harsh cleanse. What it needs is a reliable wash that removes daily impurities, excess oil, and makeup without upsetting the surface that already works harder than most. This formula is built on organic aloe leaf juice rather than plain water, so the cleanse begins with conditioning, calming support before any surfactant comes into contact with skin. A mild glucoside and glutamate surfactant system gives effective cleansing with a soft lather, while sodium PCA helps buffer the dryness that even gentle washing can create. Plum fruit extract adds an antioxidant contribution, and the overall pH-balanced design is intended to preserve the skin's natural barrier through repeated use.
Inside the bottle
The key actives
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Plum Fruit Extract
Prunus Domestica Fruit Extract
Provides a gentle antioxidant contribution and a subtle brightening effect at the surface.
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Sodium PCA
Sodium PCA
Helps buffer the skin against the dehydrating effect that cleansing can create.
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Glycerin
Glycerin
Adds humectant support to help skin feel comfortable after rinsing.
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Glyceryl Oleate
Glyceryl Oleate
Contributes emollient conditioning to the rinse-off experience.
On the skin
Fresh and gel-textured, with a clear appearance. It builds a soft, controlled lather rather than a harsh foam. Rinses cleanly and leaves skin feeling comfortable, not tight.
The application
How to layer this
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Start with damp palms
Dispense a small amount into damp hands and work it into a light lather before applying to the face.
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Massage over wet skin
Apply to a wet face and massage gently, paying attention to areas with oil, makeup, or daily buildup.
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Rinse completely
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water until the skin feels clean and free of residue.
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Follow with treatment
Continue with the next steps of your ritual on clean, balanced skin.
What to expect
On the skin, over time
Day 1
The gel lathers softly and rinses completely. Skin feels clean, comfortable, and not at all tight after patting dry.
Week 1
Excess oil through the day may feel more controlled, and the skin can arrive at the evening cleanse in better condition than with a harsher wash.
Week 4
With consistent use, the skin can feel more stable and better supported by a cleanse that removes buildup without overworking the surface.
The deeper detail
The formulation, the provenance, the standard
Formulation
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, organically sourced, forms the entire liquid base of this formula, replacing water and providing anti-inflammatory, hydrating aloe activity before any other ingredient is added. Lauryl Glucoside and Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate form the primary surfactant pair : both are derived from coconut and are classified among the gentler options available at effective cleansing levels. Sodium Coco-Sulfate provides efficient foaming and removal of oil-based impurities.
Sodium PCA, included at a functional level, replenishes the skin's natural moisturising factor during cleansing, providing a measurable buffer against the dehydrating effect of surfactant contact with the stratum corneum. Glycerin and Coco-Glucoside add further conditioning and micellar-type emulsification, helping to gently solubilise and remove makeup residue.
Prunus Domestica (Plum) Fruit Extract, organically sourced, provides polyphenol-rich antioxidant activity and a subtle brightening effect at the surface. Sodium Levulinate and Sodium Anisate serve as the preservation system, both derived from natural plant sources and well-tolerated by sensitive skin. Glyceryl Oleate contributes additional emollient conditioning to the rinse-off experience. The gel is clear, produces a soft, controlled lather, and rinses cleanly.
Provenance
A small-batch boutique skincare house, made to order. Every bottle is formulated and filled within two working days of your order, then dispatched from the fulfilment centre closest to you : our European facility for United Kingdom and European Union customers, our United States facility for North American customers. Because every bottle is bottled to order, what arrives at your door is at the peak of its actives : nothing has been sitting against light, heat, or oxygen for months. Two-day production is the price of formulation freshness, and the boutique standard we hold ourselves to.
Cruelty-free. Vegan. Gluten free. Allergen Label Free. Natural certified (Ecocert COSMOS Natural).
From our community
Reviews and reflections
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No tight finish
I have oily skin and this cleanses properly with no drama. What sold me was the way the gel felt fresh on contact and left my face comfortable after rinsing. Cold water works well for a morning wash, though I prefer tepid water at night.
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love it
Does the job. No film.
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Reliable wash
As an oily-skinned person, I want a cleanser that clears the day without making me rush for moisturiser. This one does that. The lather is gentle and the finish is balanced rather than tight.
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Verified
wish it were smaller
wish it were cheaper for the size, tbh
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Verified
Works well enough
Does what it says. Still good.
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Good, not perfect
I like the clean rinse. It removes makeup well, especially with a flannel, but I do need a second pass around the nose with heavier sunscreen.
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Morning staple
Use it every morning. Clean, not stripped.
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Solid mixed result
On most days it leaves my skin clean and comfortable. I just find the cleanse a touch too gentle for waterproof mascara, so I finish with a cloth. For normal skin, it's a very decent wash.
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Verified
Evening reset
Feels more conditioning than most gel washes. Handled sunscreen, mascara and the day's oil without leaving residue around my hairline.
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Verified
Clear and easy
This is a clear gel cleanser with a soft lather rather than a big foamy show, which suits me. It removes makeup well if I spend a proper minute massaging it in and my skin feels calm rather than stripped. I don't need a brush with it, just damp hands and a bit of water.
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Verified
Better than harsh
My skin usually objects to cleansers that foam too aggressively, but this one seems balanced. It still clears off SPF and grime very effectively, just with a smoother rinse and less aftermath. I use it at night with damp hands, no brush needed.
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Gentle first step
Makes a soft lather with lukewarm water and takes off my SPF and city grime without that squeaky finish I hate. I use a flannel when I've worn makeup.
Every OVESSI order is prepared once you place it. Your order is filled, sealed and labelled for you, then dispatched within 2 working days. Nothing waits on a warehouse shelf.
- ✦Made fresh
- ○ 2-day dispatch
- →UK 3 to 7 / EU 5 to 10 / US 2 to 5 days
In case you wondered
Frequently asked
Is this suitable for oily skin?
Yes. It is designed for normal to oily skin and cleanses effectively without the stripped feeling that harsher washes can leave behind.
Can I use it morning and night?
Yes. It is intended for both morning and evening use as the cleansing step in your ritual.
Will it remove makeup?
It is formulated to remove daily impurities, excess oil, and makeup residue. For heavier or waterproof makeup, you may prefer a first cleanse before using this wash.
Does it foam a lot?
It produces a soft, controlled lather rather than an aggressive foam, so the cleanse feels effective but not harsh.
Is it pH-balanced?
Yes. The formula is pH-balanced to help preserve the skin's natural barrier during cleansing.
When will my order arrive?
We start preparing your bottle once your order is placed and dispatch within 2 business days. From dispatch, delivery is UK 3 to 7 business days, EU 5 to 10 business days, US 2 to 5 business days.
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