Himalaya Gentle Refreshing Face Wash (150ml), a daily cleanser blending Ayurvedic ingredients with modern skincare science:
🌿 Key Features & Formula
✔ Ayurvedic Actives
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Aloe Vera: Soothes & hydrates
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Indian Pennywort (Gotu Kola): Antioxidant-rich, boosts circulation
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Wild Turmeric: Brightens and evens skin tone
✔ pH-Balanced (≈5.5) - Protects skin's acid mantle
✔ Soap-Free & Non-Comedogenic - Won't clog pores
✔ 150ml Tube - Lasts ≈3 months with daily use
🧼 Ideal For:
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Normal to Combination Skin
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Sensitive Skin (fragrance-free version available)
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Teens (gentle for early skincare routines)
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Morning Cleanse (lightweight formula)
💦 How to Use
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Wet face with lukewarm water
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Pump a pea-sized amount, lather in hands
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Massage for 30 seconds, focusing on T-zone
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Rinse thoroughly, pat dry
Pro Tip: Use with a silicone brush for deeper cleansing (2-3x weekly)
⚠️ Precautions
• Contains mild surfactants - May sting if you have active eczema
• Check variant - Some markets have a "fragrance-free" option
• Not for heavy makeup removal (use oil cleanser first)
🔬 Comparison to Similar Cleansers
Product |
Key Ingredients |
Best For |
Texture |
Himalaya Gentle |
Aloe + Gotu Kola |
Daily Refresh |
Gel-cream |
Cetaphil Gentle |
Niacinamide |
Reactive Skin |
Milky |
Neutrogena Fresh |
Glycerin |
Oily Skin |
Foaming |
Ayurvedic Edge: Gotu Kola promotes collagen better than standard drugstore cleansers
🌱 Ingredient Deep Dive
• Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate: Mild foaming agent (gentler than SLS)
• Citric Acid: Natural pH adjuster
• Potential Irritants: Some variants contain lemongrass oil (check label)