Detoxifying Charcoal Cleanser

Name: Detoxifying Charcoal Cleanser
Brand: Dr Somji Skincare
SKU: 1516
Price: 40.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

✓ 95% agreed skin felt cleansed but not stripped

A charcoal and clay-based cleanser that clears excess oil and blocked pores, without stripping your skin of what it needs.

Purifying

Balancing

Decongesting

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Description Description

If your skin tends to feel oily, congested or prone to breakouts, the cleanser you use matters more than most people realise. Cleanse incorrectly and you either leave behind the build-up that causes breakouts, or strip the skin so hard it compensates by producing even more oil.

This cleanser is formulated to do both jobs well: clear what shouldn't be there, and leave skin genuinely balanced. The result is skin that's genuinely clean, clearer over time, and stable enough to absorb everything that follows in your routine.

Developed in the Dr MediSpa clinics. Recommended as the foundation of any oily or blemish-prone routine. Formulated by Dr Munir Somji, Cosmetic Surgeon and Co-Founder of the award-winning Dr MediSpa Clinics.

USER TRIAL RESULTS USER TRIAL RESULTS

95% agreed skin felt cleansed but not stripped
93% agreed skin felt deeply and gently cleansed
88% said it removed grime and impurities
83% said skin felt mattified and rebalanced

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

Binchotan Activated Charcoal

A traditional Japanese ingredient crafted from Ubame Oak. Draws out impurities, decongests pores and absorbs excess oil without disrupting the skin.

Kaolin Clay

Absorbs excess oil and unclogs pores. Leaves skin clean, smooth and refreshed without causing dryness.

Moringa Seed Extract

From the seeds of Moringa oleifera ('Miracle Tree'). Protects skin from environmental pollutants while preventing the adherence of dirt and microparticles.

Prickly Pear Extract

Sourced from organic cactus, rich in water-binding compounds. Hydrates, soothes and calms irritated skin during cleansing.

Sweet Almond Oil

Rich in Vitamin E. Dissolves makeup and impurities without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier. Non-comedogenic and anti-inflammatory.

Babassu Oil Seed Extract

A water-soluble emollient and antioxidant with a light, non-greasy feel. Purifying and balancing, beneficial for sensitive skin.

FULL INGREDIENTS FULL INGREDIENTS

Aqua (Water), Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Kaolin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Charcoal Powder, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Babassu Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters, Cetyl Stearate, Isostearyl Isostearate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Extract, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Phenylpropanol, Benzoic Acid, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Decylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Maltodextrin, Disodium Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl Alcohol, Octyldodecanol, Citric Acid.

FAQ FAQ

Can I use this cleanser if my skin is oily but also sensitive?

Yes. The formula is dermatologically tested and suitable for sensitive skin. Binchotan Activated Charcoal and Kaolin Clay absorb excess oil without disrupting the skin's barrier, the most common cause of sensitivity in oily skin types.

How is this different from a foaming cleanser?

Most foaming cleansers use surfactants that strip both oil and moisture. This formula targets excess sebum and congestion specifically, using clay and charcoal to adsorb impurities rather than stripping the skin, leaving it clean without triggering the oil rebound cycle.

Will this remove makeup and SPF?

It removes daily impurities, light makeup and environmental build-up effectively.

When in my routine do I use this?

Use morning and evening as the first step. Apply to damp skin, massage gently for 60 seconds, and rinse. Follow immediately with the Anti-Blemish Concentrate and Signature Serum Light for the complete blemish protocol.

How long before I see results?

83% of trial participants reported skin feeling mattified and rebalanced within 4 weeks of twice-daily use. Visible clarity improves progressively — most users notice a difference in congestion and oiliness within 2–3 weeks.

Is this suitable for use around the eye area?

It is gentle enough for the eye area, but avoid direct contact with eyes. Prickly Pear Extract and Sweet Almond Oil make the formula non-irritating for most skin types.

HOW TO USE HOW TO USE

Using clean fingertips, apply directly to face, neck and décolleté, adding a small amount of water if needed. Massage gently into the skin before rinsing thoroughly.

Buy it with

Anti-Blemish Power Duo

£117.00£130.00

Dermatologically tested

Doctor Developed

Made in the UK

Fragrance Free

Cruelty Free

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

Sourced from traditional Japanese Ubame Oak kilns, this ultra-microporous charcoal acts like a molecular magnet, drawing toxins, excess sebum and microparticles from pores at a depth that standard cleansers simply can't reach.

A skin-identical mineral clay clinically validated for sebum absorption and pore decongestion. Unlike harsher clays, its fine particle structure lifts oil and impurities without disrupting the skin's acid mantle or moisture barrier.

A rare bioactive peptide from Moringa oleifera with a unique ability to bind environmental pollutant particles before they can adhere to skin, turning every cleanse into an active defence against urban skin aggressors.

INDEPENDENT USER TRIALS

PROVEN RESULTS

98%

Agree skin is cleansed but not stripped

88%

Said it removes grime and dirt

83%

said their skin felt more mattified and rebalanced

REDUCED CONGESTION & EXCESS OIL

VISIA imaging at 4 weeks shows a clearer complexion with visibly less surface congestion, shine and dullness.

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COMPLETE YOUR ROUTINE

Target the root causes of breakouts directly.

The weightless barrier serum for oily skin types.

The complete 5-step system for blemish-prone skin.

Anti-Blemish Concentrate

A targeted treatment for breakouts, oiliness and congestion.

£45.00

Signature Serum Light

All the power. None of the weight. For normal to oily skin.

£85.00

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Anti-Blemish Routine

A complete 5-step system for oily, blemish-prone skin.

£280.50 £330.00

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

"My skin felt much less oily, without feeling dry"

"Deep cleansing, without drying out"

"My skin feels fresh, clean and pore free"

5 stars: 14 (93%)
4 stars: 0 (0%)
3 stars: 1 (7%)
2 stars: 0 (0%)
1 star: 0 (0%)

Really great cleaner, my feels super clean after using but never feels tight or dry. Really helpful for my combination skin, my go to cleanser.

My skin has never felt cleaner when using this cleanser. It removes makeup, sunscreen, and daily grime effortlessly, yet my skin never feels tight or dry afterward.

My skin feels so clean after using the cleanser and definitely gets off any makeup that I can’t get off with makeup remover. Has improved my skin so much.

A really good product and really works well and def has a place in the bathroom cabinet .I would recommend.
However found that people don’t like the messiness of the cleanser and as a professional that’s a tricky element to incorporate into my work schedule.

58 Stars

I started using Dr. Somji's skincare products last year when I was struggling with severe redness around my eyes and lower face. I had tried numerous prescribed treatments from both my doctor and dermatologist, but nothing seemed to make a difference.

Within just a month of using Dr. Somji’s Charcoal Cleanser , the redness completely disappeared. I now use this product daily along with all of the other products , and my skin feels noticeably brighter, fresher, and—most importantly—completely free of redness.

I would highly recommend this product to anyone dealing with similar skin issues. Its truly been a lifesaver for me.

I absolutely love all the products :)

52 Stars

I got this as a free gift in a purchase promo. I will definitely be buying this and the rest of the collection again! Really lovely cleanser, have noticed improved skin just after a week.

41 Stars

I absolutely love this product. I’ve recently moved from using ZO Skin products to these and I have noticed a MASSIVE difference in my skin. I have never been complimented so much on my skin before. The cleanser is amazing and leaves my skin so clean and soft. The anti-redness and blemish serums really do work. The signature serum is amazing and leaves my skin so hydrated. The Vitamin c and SPF cream is so lovely as a daily cream and under my makeup and the night cream is so hydrating yet feels so light. I wake up with super glowy skin! My skin has never been more glowy and clear. Massively recommend every single product!!

38 Stars

I absolutely love this face wash! It leaves my face feeling clean and removes all my make up. The best part of it is that it does not leave my face feeling tight and dry, it feels smooth and moisturised.

31 Stars

The best cleanser to remove my make up without leaving my skin dry!

30 Stars

Love how gentle it is, leaves my skin feeling fresh and hydrated. Also like the fact the colour makes sure you wash your face properly!

21 Stars

Removes my make up really well. Degreases my skin whilst leaving it hydrated! Fab cleanser!

24 Stars

This cleanser is so lovely. It leaves my skin feeling clean without stripping the moisture out of it. This is another product I will be buying in bulk for myself and my teenagers. Thank you Dt Somji Skin!

17 Stars

Love this Cleanser! The best thing about it you can use it as a mask, and cleans all my make up off leaving no residues.

16 Stars

I absolutely love this cleanser, removes all my make up with ease and is so gentle on my skin.

11 Stars

Nice deep cleansing gentle cleanser, i love it