Vanessa Megan Neroli And Squalane Cleansing Oil

The Vanessa Megan Neroli and Squalane Cleansing Oil works as a lipid compatible cleansing system that removes makeup, excess sebum and environmental buildup while maintaining the skin’s barrier. By aligning with the skin’s natural lipid structure, it allows impurities to be dissolved rather than stripped, supporting a clean, balanced and comfortable complexion. Over time, this contributes to improved clarity, smoother texture and more stable skin behaviour.

Water based cleansers often rely on surfactants that remove both impurities and essential lipids, which can disrupt barrier function and trigger imbalance. This formulation works through lipid affinity, where oils bind to oils, operating on the principle that like attracts like. This allows impurities to be lifted without disrupting the skin’s moisture barrier. As a result, cleansing remains effective while maintaining hydration, supporting barrier integrity and encouraging long term skin stability.

Oil cleansing works on the principle that like dissolves like, allowing oils within the formulation to bind with excess sebum, sunscreen and debris held within the pores. Rather than forcing removal, this process gently loosens buildup so it can be lifted away during removal. Squalane, a plant derived lipid that closely mirrors the skin’s natural sebum, ensures this interaction remains compatible with the skin’s structure. This supports effective pore clarification while maintaining balance, helping reduce the conditions that lead to congestion rather than contributing to it.

Yes. Oily and congestion prone skin often results from repeated stripping, which disrupts the skin and triggers increased oil production. This formulation removes excess sebum while maintaining lipid balance, allowing the skin to reset rather than compensate. Neroli supports this process by helping regulate sebum behaviour, reducing the cycle of over cleansing and rebound oiliness. Over time, this contributes to clearer pores, improved texture and a more stable, balanced skin environment.

Yes. The Vanessa Megan Neroli and Squalane Cleansing Oil is independently dermatologically tested and approved for sensitive skin. It uses lipid compatible oils that cleanse without disruption, helping maintain barrier integrity while reducing common triggers associated with tightness, dryness and visible reactivity. This allows consistent use while keeping the skin comfortable, balanced and well conditioned.

Yes. It is well suited as the first step in a double cleanse, removing makeup, sunscreen and surface buildup. This prepares the skin for a secondary cleanser such as the Vanessa Megan Petitgrain pH Balancing Cream Cleanser, allowing deeper cleansing without overworking the skin.It can also be used as a base for gentle oil exfoliation by blending a small amount with the Vanessa Megan Prebiotic + C Skin Polishing Exfoliating Powder. This creates a customised oil based exfoliating system that refines texture while maintaining barrier integrity and hydration.

Use in the evening as your primary cleanse to remove makeup, sunscreen and daily buildup. This allows the skin to be cleared of impurities accumulated throughout the day without disrupting its natural balance.It can be used alone or followed with a second cleanser depending on skin needs. Drier or sensitive skin types may find it sufficient as a standalone cleanse, while oilier or congestion prone skin may benefit from following with a gel or cream cleanser for a more complete double cleanse.

With regular nightly use, a 100ml bottle typically lasts around 6 to 7+ months depending on application amount. Only a small number of drops are required per cleanse due to the efficiency of the lipid system, allowing the formulation to deliver consistent results over time while maintaining strong overall value.

Intentionally Natural is a New Zealand owned and family run business committed to certified natural formulation standards. Every product is curated for ingredient integrity, authenticity and long term skin compatibility. Our focus is formulation intelligence and transparency at every level.

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