Illuminating Oil Cleanser

Name: Illuminating Oil Cleanser
Brand: Emma Lewisham
SKU: ELSCLO1047

£48 • 115mL

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"Emma Lewisham’s skincare line proves the complete package."
— VOGUE

Genuinely Revolutionary Formulations. We formulate fundamentally differently. Taking a skin physiology first, rather than ingredient-led approach (our trade marked Physiology Synchrony Unlock methodology). This formulation is engineered with 18 ingredients, which are designed as a system to trigger a network of activity needed to generate genuinely revolutionary results.

A luxurious oil cleanser crafted to effectively remove makeup and impurities, while leaving the skin feeling dewy, fresh and moisturised.

This facial in a bottle harnesses a triple-action ingredient system that effectively removes makeup and other daily surface buildup, while giving back to, not stripping, the skin ensuring each use reinvigorates.

Upon contact with water, this oil cleanser transforms into a milky emulsion offering a double-cleanse action in one simple step ensuring a beautifully clear and radiant finish.

Viva Beauty Award 2024 Winner: Best for Cleansing

93%

Agree that their skin is deeply cleansed without feeling stripped after using the Illuminating Oil Cleanser*

93%

Agree that the Illuminating Oil Cleanser gently removes waterproof eye makeup*

68%

The Illuminating Oil Face Cleanser is clinically proven to deliver up to 68% antioxidant protection at a cellular level over 8 hours.**

Source: *Consumer Survey July 2022 (30 respondents). **Independent in-vitro test (2021) investigating the inhibitory effect of product on macrophage cells

“The oil cleanser of your dreams”

Illuminating Oil Cleanser 115mL

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Formulation

Engineered using our proprietary Physiology Synchrony Unlock™ method, Illuminating Oil Cleanser combines 18 high-performing actives to form a synergistic skin system that mimics the cellular pathways of your skin and triggers the skins own restorative and preventative action.

Clinical Testing Results

Antioxidant protection

— Proven to improve antioxidant protection by up to 68% at a cellular level over 8 hours.

Source:

Independent in-vitro test (2021) investigating the inhibitory effect of product on macrophage cells.

Key Ingredient Complexes

18 Key ingredients | 69% Organic

Specialised Botanical Cleansing Complex

A harmonious blend of phyto-lipids and omega rich botanicals, including Organic Chia, Rosehip, and Macadamia, achieve the delicate balance of removing makeup and impurities while leaving essential skin conditioning lipids.

Conditioning and Protective Complex

Phytonutrients and fatty acids deeply nourish and smooth the skin while preserving its natural moisture levels, while Camelia oil combined with other phytonutrient rich sources of polyphenols impart a dewy, fresh complexion.

Illumination and Clarity

A double cleansing action removes dead skin cells from the surface of the skin that can lead to dullness and congestion and ensuring subsequent skincare can penetrate and perform most effectively.

Full Ingredient List

Helianthus annuus seed oil • Olea europaea fruit oil • Caprylic/capric triglyceride • Camellia oleifera seed oil • Ricinus communis seed oil • Polyglyceryl-2 sesquioleate • Polyglyceryl-2 caprylate • Simmondsia chinensis seed oil • Carica papaya seed oil • Citrullus lanatus seed oil • Persea gratissima oil • Prunus armeniaca kernel oil • Salvia hispanica seed oil • Vitis vinifera seed oil • Macadamia ternifolia seed oil • Oenothera biennis oil • Rosa canina fruit oil • Terminalia ferdinandiana seed oil • Citrus aurantium amara flower oil • Citrus grandis flower oil • Jasminum officinale flower oil • Lavandula angustifolia oil • Rosa damascena flower oil • Calendula officinalis flower extract • Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract • Tocopheryl acetate • Parfum • Limonene • Geraniol • Linalool • Citronellol

White Paper

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Application

Massage 1-2 pumps of Illuminating Oil Cleanser onto dry skin for 45 seconds to dissolve makeup, pollution and impurities. Add water to create a luxurious, milky fluid before rinsing thoroughly with lukewarm water. Use morning and evening.

For the best results, visit our Routines page to understand how to best incorporate this into your skincare routine.

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Emma's Tips

If you’re new to using an Oil Cleanser, it might feel unusual for your skin to feel hydrated and dewy after cleansing, but this is exactly what our oil cleanser is designed to do – remove makeup and impurities, while leaving a healthy and hydrating lipid profile.

If you are cleansing in the shower, I recommend cooling the water temperature slightly to cleanse your face compared with the heat you’re likely using on your body.

Designed to be refilled

All our products are certified Climate Positive and designed to be refilled, reducing their carbon footprint by up to 74%.

Beauty Circle is our global circularity programme that welcomes back your empty skincare to be refilled or recycled.

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I've finally found a skin care routine that lives up to it's promise!! Having never used an oil based cleanser, I admit I was skeptical, but now I'll never use anything else. A truly luxurious product that cleans my skin, and also removes eye makeup.
I love it. Thank you.

Hide it from the kids!

This was a splurge for myself….. and is now a family favourite!.I can’t believe how long it lasts . The best eye makeup remover ever. My skin feels clean, but not “squeaky”. Definitely one to hide from the kids!!!

Illuminating Oil Cleaner

I have only really started using the Illuminating Oil Cleanser, but I can absolutely say I love this product. So gentle on the skin and throughly cleanses. Thank you Emma Lewisham.

Oil Cleanser

I’ve only recently switched to the oil based cleanser and I I’m loving it . I have mature skin but still prone to congestion. Along with the blemish serum and the exfoliating cleanser from Emma’s range I can confidently and happily say, I can see some improvement. Products smell divine and feel nice on your skin. Any help needed with the products, I have received quick responses from the team. Definitely keep buying and will go onto a subscription so I’ll never run out!

Obsessed with this oil cleanser!

OBSESSED!
I have tried multiple oil cleansers and this is my fave. Removes makeup with ease and leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth.

Excellent Cleanser

This is an excellent cleansing oil, removing make up easily- and unlike some cleansing oils, this one does not sting my eyes. My skin feels hydrated and comfortable after cleansing.
I am finding that with continued use my skin tone is looking more even and my skin feels more supple and has a lovely clean glow. I recommend this lovely product from Emma Lewisham.

Great product

I must admit I’ve never previously used an oil cleanser, but I’m impressed with the after effects. My skin feels very nice and non greasy. In fact, after trying, I reordered the full bottle and will continue using.

Divine

This cleansing oil is divine. My skin feels so good after using it. A little bit goes a long way!

Oil cleanser convert

I’ve never enjoyed using an oil-based cleanser before, but I have noticed a positive difference in my skin when using this cleanser. It’s light on your skin, removes makeup well, and leaves your skin feeling nourished.

Love

My favourite oil cleanser, will never buy another one. Feel like it calms my face during break outs, cleanses really well and leaves my skin feeling so hydrated.

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