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#5 The Cleanser
#5 The Cleanser
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Step 5: Clarity
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This collection delivers a proprietary a suite of Hydroxy Acids and Peptides to recalibrate the skin’s pH—for a refined, clear complexion.

#5 The Cleanser

This purifying cleanser recalibrates skin pH balance with a Complex of Hydroxy Acids, improving skin texture while removing surface debris.

Use in the PM

Benefits
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Restores clarity
Hydrates
Visibly calms
Targets
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Blemishes and congestion
Hyperpigmentation
Fine lines and wrinkles
Ingredients
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Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Ethoxydiglycol, Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids, Carbomer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Mentha Australis Leaf Extract, Disodium Coco-Glucoside Citrate, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Santalum Spicatum (Sandalwood) Seed Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Oil, Disodium EDTA, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Ceteareth-25, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Backhousia Citriodora (Lemon Myrtle) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Citrus Australasica Fruit Extract, Tetrasodium EDTA, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Cetyl Alcohol, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Behenic Acid, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Copper Gluconate, Potassium Sorbate, Ceramide NS, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Tin Oxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide EOS, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Caprooyl Phytosphingosine, Caprooyl Sphingosine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Acetyl Hexapeptide-37, Hexapeptide-10, Limonene, Citral, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)
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Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Decyl Glucoside, Ethoxydiglycol, Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids, Carbomer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Mentha Australis Leaf Extract, Disodium Coco-Glucoside Citrate, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Santalum Spicatum (Sandalwood) Seed Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Oil, Disodium EDTA, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Ceteareth-25, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Backhousia Citriodora (Lemon Myrtle) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Citrus Australasica Fruit Extract, Tetrasodium EDTA, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Cetyl Alcohol, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Behenic Acid, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Copper Gluconate, Potassium Sorbate, Ceramide NS, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Tin Oxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide EOS, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Caprooyl Phytosphingosine, Caprooyl Sphingosine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Acetyl Hexapeptide-37, Hexapeptide-10, Limonene, Citral, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)

The Results

77%

reported improved skin calmness and nourishment.

73%

noticed increased suppleness.

73%

experienced enhanced hydration.

*Based on a 28-day trial with 20 participants.

The Essential Six System

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Step 1: Resilience
This Collection delivers a proprietary Complex of B-Group Vitamins which support immunity and barrier function.
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Step 2: Vitality
This Collection delivers a proprietary Complex of Antioxidants which defends against oxidative stress.
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Step 3: Brilliance
This Collection delivers a proprietary Complex of Zinc Fusion Technology, Iron Oxides, and Melanin to offer superlative protection.
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Step 4: Integrity
This Collection delivers a proprietary Complex of Ceramides and Lipids, which restore and nurture the skin’s barrier function.
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Step 5: Clarity
This Collection delivers a proprietary suite of AHAs and Peptides to recalibrate the skin’s pH—for a refined, clear complexion.
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Step 6: Renewal
This Collection delivers Vitamin A and Botanical Retinol Alternatives, plus Actives rich in DNA Repair Enzymes, to support cellular turnover.
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The Ritual

Dispense 1-2 pumps into palm.

Applying to the face, massage cleanser over dry or damp skin.

Rinse thoroughly with tepid water.

Inside the Formulation

Every RATIONALE Formulation is crafted with the highest quality of ingredients, formulated into three key Complexes.

The Primary Complex
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A proprietary Complex of Hydroxy Acids refines skin's clarity.

What is a Primary Complex?

The key ingredients that predominantly influence a Formulation.

The Secondary Complex
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Uniquely identified microbiome-supporting compounds alleviate congestion.

What is the Secondary Complex

Consists of supplementary ingredients that complement the Primary Complex.

Delivery System
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Water + Oil-Based

What is the Delivery System?

Carries active ingredients into the skin

The Research

Complexion health, vitality and beauty are highly dependent upon the acidic pH of the Stratum Corneum, the skin’s outermost layer.

Skin protects itself from the breakdown of its connective tissues by upregulating enzymes that assist in collagen and elastin connective tissue synthesis. These enzymes require acidic surface conditions to function optimally.

Breakouts, premature ageing, pigmentation and other signs of environmental damage can occur when the skin is too alkaline (the opposite of acidic).

A nightly cleanse with a complex of hydroxy acids, phospholipids and amino acids can assist in gently recalibrating skin pH back to a healthy, acidic state, helping to restore clarity and firmness.