Asklepios Garden is a spa-grade, holistic-luxury skincare brand handcrafted on Vancouver Island, BC, and one of Canada's most exciting indie skincare stories. Founded by Nicholas Bradford Fritz under the belief that healthy skin is beautiful skin, every formula is built around certified organic, ethically sourced botanical ingredients, housed in luxurious Italian glass. Vegan and Leaping Bunny certified, with zero synthetics.
BRIMSTONE Détox Cleansing Gel is the brand's deep-cleansing powerhouse, a gel cleanser built for skin that needs more than a rinse. Activated charcoal pulls out toxins and debris, reishi mushroom delivers adaptogenic hydration, niacinamide tightens and brightens, and green tea brings serious antioxidant backup. It's a lot of firepower in one step, and it shows. Beautifully scented with calming Palo Santo, Lavender, Blue Tansy, and Chamomile, and suitable for acne-prone and oily skin types. Doubles as an underarm or body wash for those using natural deodorants.
Who's It For
Anyone with oily, acne-prone, or congested skin who needs a cleanser that actually earns its place on the shelf. Also a solid choice if you live in a city and your skin feels like it's carrying the day home with it every night. If your current cleanser just sort of... wets your face, BRIMSTONE is the upgrade.
Key Benefits
- Activated charcoal draws out toxins, impurities, and pollution for a genuinely deep clean
- Reishi mushroom helps hydrate and support ceramide production, so it cleanses without gutting your moisture barrier
- Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) visibly minimises pores, evens skin tone, and strengthens the skin surface
- Green tea extract provides powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection
- Blue Tansy calms redness and irritation for a more even complexion post-wash
- Can be left on the skin for up to 2 minutes as a detox mask treatment
- Works as an underarm or body wash to enhance natural deodorant performance
- Vegan, Leaping Bunny certified, free of synthetics
Key Ingredients
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Reishi Mushroom Extract (Ganoderma Lucidum) - A centuries-old Japanese and Chinese skincare staple. Helps the skin synthesise ceramide for plumpness, while fighting free radicals, redness, and premature ageing.
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Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) - Strengthens the skin barrier, minimises the appearance of enlarged pores, improves uneven skin tone, and softens fine lines.
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Activated Charcoal (Carbo Activatus) - A natural pore magnet. Draws out toxins and impurities, gently exfoliates, and fights acne-causing bacteria.
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Green Tea Extract (Camellia Sinensis) - Rich in antioxidants that combat free radical damage, reduce inflammation and redness, and leave skin glowing.
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Blue Tansy (Tanacetum Annuum) - Anti-inflammatory flower oil that calms redness and irritation for a more even, settled complexion.
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Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Certified Organic) - Hydrating, soothing base that supports collagen production and protects against environmental damage.
How To Use
Gently massage a small amount onto wet skin, avoiding the eye area. For an extra-deep cleanse, leave on for up to 2 minutes before rinsing. Remove with water or a warm, damp face cloth. Follow with a moisturizer and SPF. Can also be used in the shower as an underarm or body wash.
Why MASC Recommends This
We love supporting Canadian-made, and Asklepios Garden is exactly the kind of brand we want on our shelves, handcrafted on Vancouver Island, built on real ingredients, with zero shortcuts. BRIMSTONE is a standout because it tackles multiple skin concerns at once without feeling aggressive. It's the kind of cleanser that makes your skin look noticeably better over time, not just in the mirror immediately after washing. For anyone who's been coasting on a basic face wash and wondering why their skin isn't improving, this is the place to start.
