Reset Gel arose from the need to create a product that combines effective impurity removal with maintaining the integrity of the hydrolipid barrier—without compromising on either. How does Reset Gel address the needs of different skin types, what ingredients make it stand out, and why is it worth incorporating into your daily skincare routine? Learn how it works and why it's unique!
Effective facial cleansing is the foundation upon which your entire daily skincare routine is built. A two-step method is the foundation of any professional routine, because a single-step cleanse simply isn't enough these days.
First step: Makeup removal oil or balm removes makeup, SPF and oily impurities that regular gel cannot dissolve.
Second step: Facial cleansing gel or emulsion It thoroughly cleanses the skin and prepares it to absorb active ingredients. Today, we'll focus on this second step.
The choice between a gel and an emulsion for facial cleansing is not accidental – different consistencies suit different skin needs and use preferences.
Gels are characterized by a lighter texture and greater cleansing power, while emulsions offer additional moisturizing properties, which can be beneficial for dry skin.
For Reset Gel, we opted for a light, gel-like consistency with a carefully thought-out composition that combines the benefits of both forms. The formula contains moisturizing and soothing ingredients that replace the potential aggressiveness typical of gels while maintaining their full effectiveness in removing impurities and excess sebum.
The foundation of every cleanser is surfactants – substances that enable water to remove oily impurities. However, not all surfactants have the same effect on the skin. Traditional, aggressive cleansers can cleanse effectively, but they also disrupt the skin's natural protective barrier.
Why we choose gentle surfactants:
Reset Gel uses plant-based surfactants that gently emulsify impurities without excessive degreasing or disturbing the skin's microbiological balance.
The process of creating Reset Gel required striking a balance between cleansing effectiveness and respect for the skin's natural functions. Each ingredient was selected not only for its individual properties but also for its ability to work synergistically with the other components of the formula.
The key challenge was to create a product that would be effective enough to remove all impurities—from city dust to makeup residue—but also gentle enough to be used twice a day, year-round. Rue de Skin we achieved this goal!
Panthenol, or provitamin B5, is one of the most valuable ingredients in regenerative cosmetology. Upon contact with skin, it transforms into pantothenic acid (the active form of vitamin B5), which actively supports repair processes and improves epidermal elasticity. In the cleansing formula, panthenol acts as a "buffer"—mitigating the potentially irritating effects of surfactants.
Aloe extract provides natural polysaccharides (complex carbohydrates) that create a delicate barrier on the skin's surface, preventing moisture loss. This mechanism is especially important for sensitive skin, which may experience discomfort or tightness after cleansing.
The combination of panthenol and aloe vera makes the skin comfortable after washing with Reset Gel and ready for the application of subsequent care products that require a cleansed base - like ours vitamin C serum.
Asiatic pennywort, also known as Centella Asiatica, is a plant with documented anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties. In traditional Asian medicine, it has been used for centuries to treat wounds and skin inflammation. In modern cosmetology, it is valued for its triterpenoid content – active substances with anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties. They support collagen production and accelerate the healing of micro-injuries in the epidermis.
Cucumber extract It provides natural vitamins, enzymes, and trace elements that help refresh, soothe irritations, and gently cleanse. Known for its soothing and toning properties, it is a natural complement to more intensive regenerative therapies.
Benefits of plant active ingredients:
Reset Gel is the ideal solution for post-treatment care when skin requires a particularly gentle approach. After treatments such as microneedling, peels, or laser therapy, skin is more sensitive and prone to irritation. Centella asiatica in the gel supports natural regeneration processes, while cucumber extract soothes and cools irritated skin. Gentle plant-based surfactants effectively cleanse without disrupting the weakened skin barrier, which is crucial during recovery from aesthetic procedures.
Oily skin requires a special approach to cleansing. Paradoxically, overly aggressive products can lead to even more sebum production – the skin, deprived of natural protection, tries to quickly rebuild its lipid barrier by producing excess sebum. This is a vicious cycle that can lead to worsening skin condition.
Reset Gel interrupts this process with a carefully thought-out formula that removes excess sebum without disturbing the skin's natural balance. Soothing ingredients like allantoin and panthenol prevent the skin from experiencing cleansing as an aggression requiring immediate compensation. As a result, sebum production stabilizes at an optimal level, leaving the skin cleansed and prepared to absorb subsequent skincare products.
The iconic Centella asiatica in a new guise – anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, improves microcirculation, and prevents discoloration. A must-have RESET GEL in your regimen.
Properly cleansed skin absorbs active ingredients much better niacinamide serum, which translates into significantly better care results. The same applies to the application retinyl retinoate – the effectiveness of retinyl increases significantly when the skin is properly prepared to absorb it.
Reset Gel is an investment in long-term skin health that pays off after just a few weeks of regular use. Its universal formula means one product can meet the needs of the entire family, regardless of age or skin type. Thanks to its gentle yet effective active ingredients, Reset Gel not only cleanses but also supports the skin's natural regenerative processes, creating a solid foundation for any skincare routine—from minimalist to advanced.
Is Reset Gel suitable for combination skin?
Reset Gel has been formulated as a universal product that works well on various skin types, including combination skin.
How often can Reset Gel be used?
The product has been developed for daily use in the morning and evening all year round without the risk of irritation.
Can Reset Gel be combined with other care products?
The delicate formula perfectly prepares the skin for the application of serums, creams and other active products.
Can the plant ingredients in Reset Gel cause allergies?
The formula has been tested for safety, but we recommend performing an allergy test before first use.
Footnotes:
Voegeli, D. (2008). The effect of washing and drying practices on skin barrier function. Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.WON.0000308647.27416.c1
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