Clearing Cleanser — Tea Tree & Charcoal
For breakout- and acne-prone skin, gentle enough for morning and night — an aloe-and-glycerin gel that cleanses without the tight, stripped feel, while activated charcoal lifts excess oil and a touch of tea tree helps keep oily, congested skin looking clearer.
For the congested days. It clears the oil and grime without leaving my skin tight or angry — the aloe base is why I can use it morning and night.
Because you read the ingredients first.
Every active is here because the research supports it. Concentrations and study links below.
Graded by how solid the evidence is: Strongest Strong Mixed
Aloe Vera Juice
Activated Charcoal
Tea Tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia)
Compare to
Equivalent products from other companies.
- $40.00
- $44.00
- $49.00
Is this for you?
This is ideal if you:
- Have breakout-prone or oily skin
- Want the look of clearer pores without a tight, stripped feel
- Prefer sulfate-free cleansers
- Want a daily clarifying step
Not ideal if you:
- Have very dry or compromised skin — the gentler Daily Cleanser is the better everyday choice
- Need a hydrating cleanser as your only step
- Are sensitive to tea tree oil specifically
- Maybe a better fit for some of these issues: Daily Cleanser.
Why this formula works
Tea tree, a purifying botanical
One of the most familiar purifying plant extracts in skincare, a natural fit for oily, breakout-prone skin.
Charcoal adsorption
Activated charcoal physically binds sebum and surface debris during the wash cycle, lifting impurities on rinsing.
Barrier-safe surfactants
Cocamidopropyl betaine in an aloe-and-glycerin base cleans without stripping the stratum corneum lipids that SLS removes.
How to use
AM and PM
Massage gently for a full 60 seconds, then rinse — the charcoal does its work in the time the cleanser's on your skin, so don't rush it. Daily consistency matters more than intensity.
Why choose Sorrel & Co?
| Feature | Sorrel & Co | Most Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| Surfactant base | Sulfate-free (aloe + glycerin) | Sulfate-based, strips |
| How it lifts oil | Activated charcoal adsorbs sebum | Strips oil to degrease |
| After cleansing | Comfortable, not tight | Tight, dry rebound |
| Gentle enough for AM + PM with actives | Yes — layers with retinol/AHAs | Often too harsh twice daily |
What to expect
WEEK 1
Cleaner baseline
Skin tends to look less oily and pores look tighter with consistent daily use.
WEEKS 2–4
Less congested look
Skin tends to look less congested, with fewer clogged-looking pores.
WEEKS 4–8
Steadier skin
Less of the tight, dry-then-oily rebound that harsher cleansers can cause.
Pairs well with
The 30-day Sorrel & Co promise
Use it daily. If your skin isn't visibly brighter and smoother, return the empty bottle for a full refund — no return shipping, no questions.
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