Oleum Cottage
Oleum Cottage African Black Facewash -Oily & Combination skin, Acne and Pigmentation
Oleum Cottage African Black Facewash -Oily & Combination skin, Acne and Pigmentation
Oleum Cottage
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WHAT IS IT?
Face Wash with proprietary blend of activated oils and African black paste
FEATURES
Gentle, non-stripping cleanse, Clears pores and blackheads, Brightens and balances skin tone, Microbiome-friendly, No harsh surfactants, FDA approved, Free from sulfates, synthetic fragrance, mineral oil, and parabens, vegan and cruelty-free
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sensitive
CHECKS
No sulfates, No surfactants, No synthetic fragrance, No mineral oil, No parabens
Who Is It For?
Adults All GendersWhat Does It Help With?
Reactive Skin Overworked Skin Impurities Removal Dullness Blackheads Uneven Skin Tone Sensitive Skin RestorationBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
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Product Description:
This is not just a cleanser - it’s a daily ritual of repair for skin that’s reactive, overworked, or stripped by years of harsh, foaming products. Free from surfactants and allergens, this gentle formula respects the skin’s natural barrier while effectively removing impurities, buildup, and dullness. At its heart is the proprietary blend of activated oil - therapeutic-grade essential oils and cold-pressed oils that work at deeper layers to cleanse, calm, and restore balance to the skin’s microbiome. What makes this cleanser truly unique is the inclusion of African black paste - a traditional, mineral-rich soap handmade by women in East Africa using sun-dried plantain skins, shea butter, and healing ash. Revered for generations, this paste detoxifies and clarifies without disrupting the skin’s natural pH. The result? Skin that feels balanced, calm, and deeply clean - never stripped or sensitised.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Deionised-Water,African-Black-Soap,Natural-Glycerin-(Plant-Origin),Gum-Acacia,Glyceryl-Caprylate,Caprylhydroxamic-Acid,Glycerin,Essential-Oils-of-Geranium,French-Lavender,Orange,Rose-Wood,German-Chamomile
Key Ingredients
Activated Oils,African Black Soap
Ingredients Details
Glycerin
Common Name(s): Glycerol,glycerine,1,2,3-propanetriol
CAS Number: 56-81-5
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Glycerin pulls water from the environment and deeper skin layers into the outer skin layer (epidermis), boosting moisture levels and keeping skin soft, smooth, and plump.
Why It's Used: It is used in virtually every moisturizer, serum, and cleanser because it is highly effective at hydrating skin, is well-tolerated by all skin types, and enhances the texture and spreadability of formulations.
How It Works: As a humectant, glycerin forms hydrogen bonds with water molecules, trapping them in the skin. it also reinforces the skin barrier by integrating into lipid structures between skin cells.
Typically Found In: Moisturizers,serums,cleansers,toners,sheet masks,sunscreens,body lotions,shampoos,conditioners
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Humectant
Secondary Functions: Skin barrier support,emollient,solvent
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%–30% (typical: 3–10%)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes – plant-derived (coconut, soy, palm) or synthetic
Halal Status: Yes – when plant-derived or synthetic; verify source with supplier
Source Notes: Derived from plant oils via hydrolysis or saponification; synthetic versions also available. palm-derived glycerin carries sustainability concerns.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low; non-irritating at all standard concentrations
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Extremely rare allergic reactions; generally safe for all skin types including sensitive and baby skin
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Widely recognized as safe. ewg hazard score: 1. no significant concerns for irritation, sensitization, or toxicity at typical concentrations (up to 50%).
Works Well With: Hyaluronic acid,ceramides,niacinamide,panthenol,urea,peptides,retinol,ahas/bhas
Avoid Combining With: No known incompatibilities at standard concentrations
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Glycerin is an endogenous skin component found naturally in the stratum corneum. aquaporin-3 channels in keratinocytes facilitate glycerin transport, making it integral to natural skin hydration pathways.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,ewg skin deep,inci decoder
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12