Twinkle Apothecary
Cleanser: skincare
Cleanser: skincare
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- Handmade
- Vegan
- 100% Natural
Soap is a no-go
Washing all of the beneficial microbes and protective natural oils off of your face using soap and foaming cleansers is a no-go. You keep your skin clean and balanced the natural way with this simple blend of oat flour, aloe vera, and kaolin clay.
When you need a gentle scrub, you add the exfoliating boost. When you need an antioxidant-rich deep cleanse you add the pore refining boost. And of course you hang onto your glass bottle to refill when it’s time to order more!
Follow your powder cleanse with toner and moisturizer and what more does your skin need? Absolutely nothing. Phew. Feels so good to say that.
To order the cleanser boosts separately for DIY mixing at home, click here.
How you use it
After removing your makeup, dampen your skin and sprinkle about 1-2 teaspoons of cleanser into the palm of your hand, (or a bowl if you’re feeling fancy!)
Most nights (or mornings!) you can turn on the tap at the sink and use your free hand to sprinkle the powder with a bit of warm water, mixing it with your fingers to make a paste to your liking. But sometimes you might like to experiment with adding another liquid - like a splash of toner or hydrosol, coconut milk, a cooled herbal tea - whatever you think your skin will love! Once the cleanser mixture is spreadable, gently massage it over your face using circular motions, just like you used to do with your old store bought face wash.
From there, you can rinse it off right away if you’re in a hurry, or let it sit on your face like a mask while you brush and floss your teeth, rinsing it off as soon as it’s dry. Always follow with toner or hydrosol to rebalance your skin’s pH and ensure your pores are sparkling clean, then a few drops of oil (and/or butter) to replenish moisture and repair any damage done throughout the day.
100% botanical ingredients
Cleanser base: oat flour, kaolin clay, aloe vera powder effectively cleanse and soothe your skin without disrupting your delicate microbiome.
Pore refining boost: Matcha green tea powder, activated charcoal, and pink kaolin clay draw impurities from your pores while revitalizing your skin.
Exfoliating boost: Rice flour, coconut milk, and rosehip seed powder gently polish and promote cell-turnover without damaging your skin.
Eco packaging options
Sample: contains about 1 tablespoon of product - enough for 2-3 tries - and is packaged in a wax paper envelope.
Travel-size glass bottle (2 oz size): contains about 1/4 cup of product, approximately 1 ounce by weight.
Large bottle (8 oz size) and biodegradable refill bag: both contain about 1 cup of product, or approximately 4.5 ounces by weight. The bag will refill one of the large, (8 oz size) bottles and is enough for 30-50 uses, depending on how much you use.
Double-size refill bag: contains 2 cups, or about 9 ounces by weight. That’s 60-100 uses, depending on how much you use at a time.
Keep your refill bag dry. Transferring your cleanser to an airtight container ASAP is the best option for long-term storage.
A soft silicone funnel is the best way to transfer the powder to a bottle with a narrow opening.
Click here for more information about reusing and refilling your bottles.
Additional Information
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About Twinkle Apothecary
Lo-Fi Beauty for Modern Humans
Lo-fi (fidelity) is a production quality in which elements usually regarded as imperfections are present, sometimes as a deliberate choice.
Welcome,
To my world of plant-based, slow beauty. Twinkle Apothecary is a one-person, artisan craft business, founded in 2015, and owned and operated by me, Stefanie.
I create 100% botanical-based fragrances for all genders, with minimal, low-waste, vegan skincare and makeup to minimize your routine.
These are old-school, stripped down, pared-back products, that are as close to nature as it gets. Made by hand with no fillers, no preservatives, and nothing cutting edge.
I don’t believe in miracle products. I do believe that sticking to a consistent routine which nourishes and supports your skin’s natural ability to balance and heal itself can produce results that feel like a miracle in a world that’s constantly trying to convince you to buy the next new thing.
My goal is to make personal care simple, sustainable, and joyful, so that you can live your life free from the labor of trying to achieve unattainable beauty standards.
Twinkle Apothecary is a minimalist brand. I'm always looking for the simplest way to do things, not only in my formulations, but also in my business operations and my approach to packaging and design. To me, it's what's inside the bottles that really counts - that's why each product has a simple label with a QR code, which you can scan to see the full product details and instructions. I offer just a handful of skincare products, which can be customized to meet your specific needs. I truly believe that less is more.
And if you'd like to take a break from beauty routines to explore your connection to the beauty of the earth through natural fragrances, you're in the right place. (Perfumery is my passion!)
I hope you enjoy your time exploring my handmade creations. Thanks for stopping by!
- Stefanie -
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Let customers speak for us
I absolutely LOVE this scent! It feels effortless, unique, woodsy but warm…if only my perfume bottles were bottomless! 😉
Just like a cool fall day! Lots of light layered notes all wrapped up in a warm, earthy base. I really enjoy this one!
I have sensitive, reactive skin so I get the oil without any added essential oils. It’s gentle, moisturizing, and makes my skin very happy!
I absolutely love this shampoo, and it's a great value, one bottle lasts months (for short/pixie hair!)
This smells really good! I’m not a perfume person but maybe I am now? Perhaps I just wasn’t wearing the right perfumes? This smells like warmth and fall and kinda like a cozy winter night. It’s not too strong and doesn’t overpower me/others. Lasts the perfect amount of time.
I have these in sandstone and mother of pearl and they work really well on me. They're sheer and very natural looking; I prefer the tubes since for me they are easier to use . I look forward to trying more colors
It really does work! I’ve been using it more lately postpartum (thanks hormones) and I can tell a difference in the morning if I use this right before bed. I’m not a fan on the fragrance BUT that’s the tea tree oil I assume and it’s doing its job so I’ll absolutely take the good with the bad.
Twinkle’s skincare has been consistently outstanding for years. I just recently purchased the starter skincare set - getting back to the basics of taking care of my skin. My pores were clogged, my skin was dry/flaking and my acne was getting worse, so when I went back through what has worked for me in the past I knew Twinkle’s skincare was the answer. I have used every product in this set for a month day and night, and my skin has drastically improved. I’ve felt more confident too! The smell of the rejuvenating toner has and always will be one of my favorites. The cleanser leaves my skin feeling clean but not dry. The facial oil is a legitimate must have of any skincare routine and I can’t believe more people don’t know about the benefits. The butter is soft and ultra lightweight .My skin is moisturized and happy! Acne is cleared, dryness is gone. Start here, you will be so happy with the results,
I’ve been using the rose hydrosol twice a day for months and love how refreshed it makes my skin feel. My husband uses the lavender hydrosol with the acne blend.
This is my favorite product on the site and that's saying something. I tried many body butters and none come close to this. It truly moisturizes and it doesn't take much to do so. I used it everywhere and the sample lasted for me. I look forward to ordering a larger size when I place my next order.
I feel so fancy using this under my eyes! Smells nice and keeps eyes bright. I also put it in my lashes!
I tried the balancing blend shampoo and conditioner yesterday on my long, fine hair, & it feels softer than normal. I wasn't expecting that but I like it!!
The only thing I’ll ever wash my face with for the rest of my life !!
Bug Away spray is fantastic! I live in Minnesota where the mosquitoes are horrendous, but I hate using traditional bug sprays. Bug Away works and smells really lovely!
