Oil Reduction Face Wash with Charcoal Neem and Green Tea Extracts | For Oily Skin

• Activated charcoal acts as a molecular magnet — adsorbing deep-seated impurities, pollutants, and excess sebum from inside pores
• Neem (nimbidin and nimbidol) provides proven antibacterial action against C. acnes and S. epidermidis — the two primary bacteria in acne formation
• Green tea EGCG inhibits 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme controlling sebum production — reducing oil at the source, not just at the surface
• Triple-action formula addresses all three contributors to oily, acne-prone skin: excess sebum, pore congestion, and surface bacteria
• Reduces blackheads and whiteheads visibly with consistent twice-daily use
• Anti-inflammatory actives (green tea polyphenols, neem) calm redness and inflammation around breakouts
• Non-drying formula — cleanses thoroughly without disrupting the skin barrier or triggering the compensatory oil surge caused by over-stripping
• Suitable for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin — safe for men and women
• Dermatologically tested and pH-balanced

• Step 1 — Wet face and neck with lukewarm water. Lukewarm water helps loosen sebum and open pores for a deeper cleanse.
• Step 2 — Take a small, pea-sized amount of face wash on your palm.
• Step 3 — Work into a gentle lather and apply to face and neck.
• Step 4 — Massage in slow, deliberate circular motions for 60 seconds. Focus on oil-accumulation zones: the nose (blackhead-prone), forehead, and chin (T-zone). Allow the charcoal and neem actives sufficient contact time.
• Step 5 — Rinse very thoroughly with cool water. Ensure all product is removed — cool water helps close pores after cleansing
• Step 6 — Pat dry. Follow immediately with an oil-free, non-comedogenic moisturiser. This step is non-negotiable even for oily skin — skipping moisturiser after cleansing can trigger a compensatory oil surge that worsens oiliness.
  
  Best results: Twice daily — morning to remove overnight sebum buildup, and evening to clear daytime pollution, SPF residue, and sweat.

Full Ingredient List:
Aqua, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Activated Charcoal Powder, Azadirachta Indica (Neem) Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Allantoin, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate.

Key Ingredient Breakdown:

• Activated Charcoal Powder: Produced by heating carbon-rich materials (bamboo, coconut shell, or wood) at high temperatures in the presence of gas, creating a highly porous structure with an enormous surface area — up to 1,500 m² per gram. This porosity makes activated charcoal an exceptionally powerful adsorbent: it physically attracts and binds sebum, pollution particles (PM2.5, carbon particles), dead skin cells, and cosmetic residue at a molecular level, pulling them out of pores in a way that surfactants alone cannot achieve. In a rinse-off face wash, the adsorbed impurities are carried away when the product is rinsed off.
  
• Azadirachta Indica (Neem) Leaf Extract: Neem has been used in Indian medicine (Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha) for skin conditions for over 3,000 years. Modern science has confirmed its efficacy through multiple studies. Key actives:
  - Nimbidin: Demonstrated antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Propionibacterium acnes (C. acnes) — the two bacteria most involved in acne formation. Studies show efficacy comparable to low-concentration antibiotics.
  - Nimbidol: Antifungal active that addresses fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis), which is commonly misdiagnosed as regular acne in India's humid climate.
  - Nimbolide: Anti-inflammatory compound that reduces the redness and swelling of active lesions.
  
• Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract: The most widely studied botanical antioxidant in dermatology. Key actives for oily/acne-prone skin:
  - EGCG (Epigallocatechin Gallate): Inhibits 5-alpha reductase — the enzyme that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which drives sebaceous gland activity and sebum production. A 2012 study showed 4 weeks of topical green tea extract significantly reduced sebum levels in participants with oily skin.
  - Polyphenols: Provide broad antioxidant protection against pollution-induced oxidative stress on the skin.
  
• Glycerin + Panthenol: Counter the potential drying tendency of charcoal to ensure skin remains hydrated and barrier-intact after cleansing.

Product Details:
Skin Type: Oily, Acne-Prone, Combination

Primary Concerns: Excess Sebum, Blackheads, Whiteheads, Acne, Enlarged Pores, Pollution Damage

Usage: Twice daily (morning and evening)

Net Weight: 100ml / 200ml

Certifications & Standards:

• Made in India
• FDA Approved Manufacturing
• Cruelty-Free — No animal testing
• Dermatologically Tested
• SLS/SLES-Free
• Paraben-Free
• pH-Balanced
  
  Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
  
  Shelf Life: 24 months from date of manufacture.
  
  For external use only.

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