The Body Shop Seaweed Gel Cleanser for Oily & Combination Skin, 125ml — Mattifying, Vegan

The Body Shop Seaweed Gel Cleanser is a gentle gel-to-foam face wash formulated with sustainably sourced royal sugar kelp to remove excess oil and refresh oily or combination skin without over-drying.

Designed for oily and combination complexions, this 125ml tube transforms into a soft foam that cleans away daily grime and surface oil while preserving skin’s natural balance. With 93% ingredients of natural origin and a vegan formula, the cleanser provides a cooling, mattifying finish and a coastal fragrance that evokes fresh sea air. Packaging has been updated to a 100% recyclable tube, reflecting The Body Shop’s commitment to more sustainable choices.

How does this cleanser control shine without drying my skin?

The gel-to-foam texture lifts excess sebum and impurities from pores without stripping essential moisture, so skin feels clean but not tight. Royal sugar kelp helps balance oiliness and dryness to maintain a comfortable surface finish.

• Formulated specifically for oily and combination skin types
• Gel turns to light foam to gently remove surface oil and debris
• Leaves a mattified, non-drying finish
• Contains sustainably sourced kelp to support balanced skin texture

What are the key natural ingredients and where do they come from?

The standout active is royal sugar kelp (from Brittany, France), selected for its balancing properties and sustainable sourcing. Overall the formula is made with 93% ingredients of natural origin and the product is vegan, keeping the ingredient list focused and straightforward.

• Royal sugar kelp: harvested sustainably in Brittany, France
• Water-based gel carriers for effective cleansing
• Free from animal-derived ingredients—vegan formula
• High proportion of natural-origin components (93%)

How do I use the Seaweed Gel Cleanser in my daily routine?

Use morning and evening as the first step in your skincare routine. Squeeze a small amount onto damp hands, massage into a lather on your face, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water for a refreshed, shine-reduced complexion.

• Apply to wet skin, gently massage to create foam
• Rinse fully with water and pat skin dry
• Follow with toner, serum, and moisturizer suited to oily/combination skin
• Suitable for daily use—mornings and evenings

Is the packaging eco-friendly and how much product do I get?

The cleanser comes in a 125ml tube made from 100% recyclable material to reduce single-use plastic waste. Tube size offers a convenient balance between travel portability and regular at-home use.

• 125ml recyclable tube—easy to recycle where facilities exist
• Smaller footprint than bulky pump bottles for travel convenience
• Clear label information about ingredients and vegan status

Who is this for: The Body Shop Seaweed Gel Cleanser is suited to people with oily or combination skin who want a gentle, natural-origin face wash that reduces surface shine, cleanses thoroughly, and fits into a more sustainable beauty routine. It’s ideal if you prefer light, refreshing formulas and value vegan, responsibly sourced ingredients.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitol, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Polysorbate 20, Parfum/Fragrance, Butylene Glycol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Citric Acid, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Zinc Sulfate, Pyridoxine HCL, CI 42090/Blue 1, CI 19140/Yellow 5