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Clearing Cleanser โ€” Tea Tree & Charcoal

A clarifying gel cleanser with Tea Tree and Charcoal for oily, breakout-prone skin.

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Tea tree + charcoal
Lifts oil and impurities
Sulfate-free, won't strip
Free shipping 30-day returns Made in USA
Kris

For the congested days. Tea tree and charcoal clear things out without leaving my skin angry. โ€” KRIS

Because you read the ingredients first.

Every active is here because the research supports it. Concentrations and study links below.

Tea Tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia)

Bassett 1990, MJA

Activated Charcoal

Panthenol + Allantoin

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Sorrel & Co Clearing Cleanser with Tea Tree & Charcoal
$25.20 Founding Member Price – Save 40%

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
  • Need a hydrating cleanser as your only step
  • Are sensitive to tea tree oil specifically

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 and sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate clean without stripping the stratum corneum lipids that SLS removes.

How to use

AM and PM

Massage gently for 30โ€“60 seconds, then rinse. Daily consistency matters more than intensity.

Why choose Sorrel & Co?

Feature Sorrel & Co Most Competitors
Purifying botanical Tea tree oil Often missing
Sulfate (SLS/SLES) content None Common
Barrier-supportive surfactants Yes Often stripping
Charcoal type Activated Cosmetic-grade typical

What to expect

WEEK 1

Cleaner baseline

Skin tends to look less oily and pores look tighter with consistent daily use.

WEEKS 2โ€“4

Less congested look

Skin tends to look less congested, with fewer clogged-looking pores.

WEEKS 4โ€“8

Steadier skin

Less of the tight, dry-then-oily rebound that harsher cleansers can cause.

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 โ€” no return shipping, no questions.

Frequently asked

Questions, answered

Can I use this twice a day?
Yes โ€” formulated for AM and PM use. The gentle, sulfate-free base avoids the tight, dry rebound that limits many cleansers to once daily.
Will this clear my breakouts?
It gives you a cleaner, less congested-looking baseline. Persistent breakouts usually need a targeted treatment โ€” this cleanser is a good foundation for the rest of your routine, not a standalone fix.
Is it safe with retinol or AHAs?
Yes. Because it cleans gently without stripping, you can layer leave-on actives like retinol or AHAs without piling on irritation.
Will it dry out my skin?
No. The sulfate-free surfactants and added panthenol keep skin comfortable during cleansing, so the tight, dry feeling common with harsh cleansers should ease with consistent use.