Though my go-to regimen is a two-step skin care process of Rodin Olio Lusso to remove my makeup, then a thorough cleansing with Kirk’s coconut oil soap, I find I need to deep cleanse my skin at least once a week. My acne-prone skin loves an oil (so it will take a rest on manically producing its own to compensate, resulting in breakouts) but a good deep (yet nonstripping) cleanse is in order, occasionally. It’s the skin care equivalent of clarifying shampoo. And rather than deal with all the drama and bad behavior that can ensue from my using more chemically-riddled formulas, this one boasts just ONE Shade of Grey. Read on…

My “cleanser sorbet” of choice to cleanse my facial palate? Michael Todd Organics Charcoal Detox Gel Deep Pore Cleanser. Did you know that because charcoal is so good at absorbing toxins it’s even administered internally in emrgency rooms to patients who have ingested poisonous substances? This cleanser makes “poisons” on your face SO 2011 by removing dirt, oil, makeup and impurities without overdrying, leaving refreshed skin in its wake. Girl, I must warn you. If you sense something strange on your FACE, situation is serious. Let’s cure it ’cause we’re running out of tiiiimmme. The resulting skin? It’s oh so BEAUTIFUL.

Bell Biv Devoe! And now you know. 
Michael Todd Organics Charcoal Detox Deep Pore Gel Cleanser retails for $24 at michaeltoddtrueorganics.com. Your refreshed, gleaming complexion? Well, it’s all so DEADLY. 

Tell me: Do you find you need a deep-down skin cleanse daily or weekly?