Exfoliating Cleanser Normal to Oily Skin

ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Cleanser is a purifying gel cleanser formulated to clear away surface oil and impurities without leaving skin feeling stripped or dry. Combining salicylic acid for deep pore penetration and chemical exfoliation with biodegradable jojoba ester beads for gentle physical exfoliation, and vitamin E beads that burst on application to deliver nourishing antioxidant benefits, this dual-action cleanser keeps pores clear, minimizes the frequency of breakouts, and leaves skin feeling clean, balanced, and refreshed.

Formulated for normal to oily and acne-prone skin, the Exfoliating Cleanser is a foundational step in the ZO® Getting Skin Ready® Regimen — designed to prepare the skin for optimal absorption of subsequent treatment products by thoroughly removing surface debris, excess oil, and dead skin cell buildup that can impede their efficacy.

Skin Types

Formulated for normal to oily and acne-prone skin. Its purifying gel formula effectively removes excess oil and surface impurities while the dual physical and chemical exfoliation keeps pores clear and minimizes breakouts without over-drying or stripping the skin.

Skin Concerns

Addresses excess surface oil, congested and enlarged pores, active breakouts, dead skin cell buildup, and dullness. Ideal for oily and acne-prone skin seeking a daily exfoliating cleanser that simultaneously purifies, decongests, and nourishes without disrupting the skin’s moisture balance.

Benefits

• Clears away surface oil and impurities without stripping or drying the skin
• Keeps pores clear to minimize the frequency of breakouts
• Dual physical and chemical exfoliation for thorough dead skin cell removal and pore decongestion
• Salicylic acid penetrates deep into pores to clear debris and prevent congestion
• Biodegradable jojoba ester beads gently buff away dead skin cells without irritation
• Vitamin E beads burst on application to deliver nourishing antioxidant protection
• Leaves skin feeling clean, balanced, and refreshed — not tight or stripped

Key Ingredients

• Salicylic Acid — A beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that is oil-soluble, allowing it to penetrate deep into the pore and dissolve the sebum and dead skin cell buildup that cause congestion and breakouts. As a chemical exfoliant in a cleanser format, salicylic acid provides effective daily pore-clearing action that helps prevent the accumulation of debris that leads to blemishes and enlarged pores.
• Jojoba Esters (Round Biodegradable Beads) — Eco-friendly, biodegradable round beads derived from jojoba that provide gentle, non-abrasive physical exfoliation. Their perfectly round shape ensures a smooth, controlled exfoliation that buffs away dead skin cells without causing micro-tears or irritation — making them a safe and effective alternative to traditional plastic microbeads or irregular-shaped scrub particles.
• Vitamin E Beads — Encapsulated vitamin E (tocopherol) beads that burst on application to release a concentrated dose of nourishing antioxidant benefit directly onto the skin. Vitamin E neutralizes free radicals, replenishes the skin’s lipid barrier, and conditions the skin during cleansing — ensuring that the exfoliating action of the formula is balanced by active nourishment rather than leaving skin feeling depleted.

How to Use

Massage a small amount of Exfoliating Cleanser onto damp face and neck each morning and evening. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat dry. For best results, follow with the rest of your ZO® Getting Skin Ready® Regimen to prepare skin for optimal absorption of treatment products.

Warning: This product contains beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) that may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun and the possibility of sunburn. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterward.