A clean face is the foundation of everything - your skincare, your shave, your appearance. The Recipe for Men Facial Cleanser is a daily face wash built to do more than just remove surface dirt. The Sebustop complex (a proprietary blend of Algae, Cinnamon Bark, Burnet Root, and Ginger Root Extracts) regulates excess sebum at the source, while a Mineral PCA Complex of Sodium, Magnesium, Zinc, and Manganese keeps the skin balanced after cleansing. Allantoin soothes and Urea supports the skin's natural moisture factor, so you're left with skin that's genuinely clean, calm, and ready - whether that's for moisturizer or a shave. A practical, hardworking daily cleanser from Recipe for Men. 100% vegan, produced in Sweden.
The Facial Cleanser suits normal, oily, and combination skin types and works particularly well for those dealing with excess shine or congestion. It's also an excellent pre-shave cleanser - removing oil and surface debris from the skin and hair follicles before shaving allows for a closer, more comfortable shave with less irritation. If you're only going to add one face wash to your routine, this is a strong all-rounder.
- Controls oil at the source - the Sebustop complex targets sebum production rather than just washing away surface shine, delivering longer-lasting mattifying results throughout the day
- Balances skin after cleansing - the Mineral PCA Complex (Sodium, Magnesium, Zinc, Manganese) keeps skin calm and regulated post-wash rather than leaving it feeling stripped or tight
- Soothes while it cleans - Allantoin calms irritation during cleansing, making this a comfortable daily wash even for skin prone to redness
- Supports natural moisture retention - Urea works as part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, helping skin hold onto hydration rather than losing it during the cleansing process
- Ideal pre-shave prep - removes surface oil and debris from the skin and follicles before shaving, allowing razor blades to glide closer and reducing the risk of irritation and ingrown hairs
- Thorough daily cleanse - a dual surfactant system lifts dirt, sweat, and product buildup effectively without over-stripping
- 100% vegan - produced in Sweden with no parabens
- Sebustop Complex (Algae Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract) - a proprietary blend of botanical extracts that work together to regulate sebum production and reduce excess shine. Targets oil control at the source rather than just absorbing surface grease
- Allantoin - a well-established soothing active that calms skin irritation, promotes cell renewal, and leaves skin feeling comfortable and smooth after cleansing
- Mineral PCA Complex (Sodium PCA, Magnesium PCA, Zinc PCA, Manganese PCA) - skin-identical mineral salts that help regulate the skin's moisture balance post-cleansing, keeping it calm, hydrated, and balanced rather than tight and stripped
- Urea - a component of the skin's own Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) that supports moisture retention and helps maintain the skin barrier during and after cleansing
- Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate - a gentle, amino acid-derived surfactant that contributes to effective cleansing without compromising the skin barrier
- Glycerin - a foundational humectant that draws moisture into the skin and works alongside the Mineral PCA Complex to keep skin comfortable after washing
Wet your face with warm water. Apply a small amount of Facial Cleanser and work into a lather using circular motions across the face and neck. Rinse thoroughly with water. Use morning and evening. For pre-shave use, cleanse as usual then proceed directly to your shave prep - the clean, oil-free skin surface will allow for a noticeably closer, more comfortable shave.
Most men's face washes clean the skin and stop there. The Recipe for Men Facial Cleanser goes further - the Sebustop complex actively works to regulate oil production rather than just buffing away surface shine, and the Mineral PCA Complex ensures the skin is balanced and comfortable after every wash rather than feeling stripped. The pre-shave positioning is a genuine bonus for anyone who shaves regularly. A hardworking daily cleanser that earns its place in the routine.
*Subject to change. Customers should refer to product packaging for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Acrylates Copolymer, Glycerin, PEG-9 Cocoglycerides, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Algae Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, PEG-9, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Sodium PCA, Magnesium PCA, Zinc PCA, Manganese PCA, Urea, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Phenoxyethanol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Parfum, Limonene, Lactic Acid, Phenethyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid.
