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Zoom Pratima Skincare Pitta Cleanser
Zoom Pitta Herbal Cleanser

Pitta Herbal Cleanser

$38.00
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For combination & sensitive skin

Size: 2 oz

About

One of three dosha face cleansers, this balancing formula is for Pitta skin types. Our soothing blend of sandalwood, coriander, and lavender is an ideal face cleanser for combination skin, as well as acne and sensitive skin types. Healing and detoxifying herbs thoroughly cleanse while replenishing cells with herbal nutrients, leaving skin soft and smooth.


Activate this dry herbal cleanser with a few drops of water for a smooth paste, or use less water to create a thicker consistency for gentle face exfoliation.


A PRATIMA Skincare best-seller.


PRATIMA all-natural cleansers are made with 100% pure Ayurvedic herbs, including crushed roots and flower extracts that remove deep-seated dirt and toxins, promote healthy exfoliation, deliver protein-rich botanicals and visibly rejuvenate and refresh complexions without altering the skin’s natural pH level.



What is Pitta dosha and Pitta type skin?


In Ayurveda, Pitta dosha is the combination of fire and water energies. When out of balance, Pitta type skin can manifest as inflammation, redness, breakouts, acne, sensitivity, and rosacea.


Click here to explore more Pitta dosha skincare solutions, including purifying Ayurvedic herbs and calming organic botanical extracts that offer whole food nutrition for the skin. To learn your dosha, take our quiz.


Ideal For

Pitta skin types

Combination complexions

Acne and breakouts

Sensitive skin

Ingredients

Whole Milk Powder*, Cicer Arietinum (Chickpea) Seed Powder, Azadirachta Indica (Neem) Leaf Powder*, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Powder*, Coriandrum Sativum (Coriander) Seed Powder*, Solum Fullonum (Multani Mitti Clay), Santalum Spicatum (Sandalwood) Wood Powder*, Lavandin (Lavandula x Intermedia) Flower Powder*, Rubia Cordifolia (Manjistha) Root Powder*, Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Powder*

*certified organic

Explore our complete ingredient glossary.

How to Use

Mix a dime-sized amount of cleanser with a few drops of water in the palm of your hand to create a liquidy paste. Apply the mixture to your face and gently massage in a circular motion. Rinse with tepid water. Use morning and evening, and follow with your appropriate PRATIMA Face Essential Oil.

For additional exfoliation, continue to massage the cleanser and water mixture until the herbs have fully dried. Gently brush off and rinse any remaining cleanser with tepid water.

Pairs well with:

Pitta Face Essential Oil

$53.00

Out of stock

Pitta Herbal Cleanser

$38.00

PRATIMA Tips

For red or irritated skin, mix cleanser with milk, in lieu of water, for a soothing and calming treat.

For extra radiance, combine a small amount of Pitta Herbal Cleanser with a few drops of Pitta Balancing Body Oil. Massage gently over the face and rinse with tepid water.

Care & Shelf Life

The pure powder form of this cleanser preserves the potency of the herbs. Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Close the bottle tightly after each use. Since this formula contains no artificial preservatives, please use within 5-6 months.

Have a Question?

Contact our Ayurvedic Skincare Experts

Our team is happy to help with product recommendations, application tips, and more.

Beauty Editor Approved

"A friend and client turned me on to PRATIMA and I am obsessed with her skin-care products."

“If you’ve done some research on experts in Ayurveda, you’ve likely come across Dr. Pratima Raichur. The New York-based Ayurvedic physician and naturopath has bottled over 40 years of experience into her line of 100 percent natural products for the skin, hair, and body.”

“You can find some divine skin care at PRATIMA, so drop down and get your Dosha on, girl.”

Naturally Pure Herbal Cleansers

PRATIMA all-natural cleansers are made with 100% pure Ayurvedic herbs, including crushed roots and flower extracts that remove deep-seated dirt and toxins, promote healthy exfoliation, deliver protein-rich botanicals and visibly rejuvenate and refresh complexions without altering the skin’s natural pH level.

Personalized Ayurvedic Skincare Recommendations for your Dosha

Ayurveda describes the Doshas as natural forces of energy that help us classify our mind-body characteristics, including our skin. Learn more about your Dosha and receive your customized Ayurvedic skincare ritual.

TAKE THE DOSHA QUIZ
  • 5 stars: 37 (93%)
  • 4 stars: 3 (8%)
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Alexandra

My tried and true! Love the texture and scent.

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Anonymous
My favorite natural cleanser

My go to cleanser. I love how you can control the thickness by adding more or less water.

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Alexandra Naim
My go to!

This is my absolute go to face wash!

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Jennifer McCabe
Exfoliates gently!

My face always feels very clean after using the Pitta cleanser. It's not too harsh or rough.

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Betty Spence
Best cleanser for problem skin no

Gentle yet thorough as a cleanser, it has had me hooked for over 15 years. I have rosacea and wouldn’t use anything else.

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Miss G
Best Cleanser of my life

At first I thought the powder version for a cleanser was strange, now I know it is the best thing ever! while cleaning it is very gently exfoliating my face everyday, my skin glows like never before with it.

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Marcia
Gentle Cleanser

My daughter and I both use this cleanser. We have different doshas however the Pitta Herbal Cleanser works for both of us. Its gentle and non-irritating. We do follow up with our dosha specific Pratima oil.

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Maria Loida
The best!

I have acne prone and sensitive skin and I love how this gently exfoliates without stripping your skin. I'm often red and irritated after using "normal" products in the US. Not with this. It's been my go-to for years and years + never gets scanned at the airport because no water. especially clutch in europe. BLESS.

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Margaret Verghese
I have been using this cleanser for almost 20 years!

I go back and forth between the Pitta and Vata cleanser depending on the season, but both are incredible. I love using this as an exfoliator as well!

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Kaili Prescott
Love this cleanser!!

I was very skeptical about this kind of facial cleanser but I love it now and can’t turn back!! I have time so many products for my acne prone skin and this cleaners is so nice, it gentle exfoliates and I feel it feeds my skin, unlike chemical cleansers that strip the skin.

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Izaskun
The best for my skin

This cleanser leaves my skin truly soft and clean.

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Mary Parrish
The best cleanser

I have loved this cleanser for years. I so wish it could just be pumped out for ease of use but otherwise it is the best!

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Cassie Guerin

This is a gentle yet deep clean

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Rebecca Tuffey
We trust Pratima skin care

I was already using Pratima face products when my daughter came into her teenage acne years. I began to buy kapha exfoliator for her, along with sandalwood and Neem products. She learned how to care for her skin. Now she is 19 and attends school outside of polluted NYC. Her skin looks phenomenal — so she has started using the Pitta cleanser for regular care. She still uses the Neem cream at night. (As much for the smell, which she loves, as anything else!) This combination is working very well.

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Sascha

Clears skin and refines texture. Amazing!

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Hannah
Excellent Product

My go-to cleanser that I’ve been using for years. My favorite part is that you can control how thick of a paste you want, whether looking to exfoliate or gentle wash. This cleanser is game-changing for those with acne-prone skin!

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Meagan Rock
so so nourishing!

i have been using this cleanser ever since Pratima herself prescribed it to me over 7 years ago — and it is still the most thoroughly cleansing & nourishing one out there. it’s truly incredible how simple cleansing the skin should be … milk, lentils and some herbs … wonderful gifts from our Earth Mother. thank you Pratima.

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Danielle

I love all things pratima are you kidding me!!!! 10 stars!

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Stacey Galgano
Best face wash

I’ve been using the herbal cleanser for over 20 years and it’s amazing! It has the perfect texture to gently exfoliate and my skin feels smooth right away.

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Amanda Schaaf
Perfect exfoliation

I've been using this for many years. My sensitive pitta skin loves the purity and simplicity of the ingredients. My favorite Pratima product!

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Tracey
Great for my dry skin

Gentle and it works so well to clean all the dirt and makeup off my face at night

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Mallory Hawks
I think I like it...

Definitely not what I'm used to but I like that it's specifically for my Pitta skin. Still trying to get the hang of it.

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Catherine Sobus
Great Product!

I have been using this face cleanser for 6 months now and it is definitly one of my favorites. I am healing from acne breakouts all over my face, from white heads to hormonal on my jaw. I absolutely saw a difference once I started using this cleanser. It exfoliates but it is gentle enough that I can I use it twice a day. Before I was using Averr Aglow and then a different foaming wash and Pratima's is better than those absolutely. And it travels really well! I am giving four stars because although my skin is better and I think it is a good product, it was not mind blowing/ automatically healed my skin.

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alexandra naim
Exfoliating

I have tried numerous exfoliating cleansers over the years and this is my absolute favorite! I have used it religiously and love the way it makes my skin feel.

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Theresa G
Excellent Light Exfoliation

I have sensitive skin and use the Pitta cleanser as a light exfoliator. The cleanser is not irritating and leaves my skin smooth and soft. I also love the light aroma of the cleanser.

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Natalia
The perfect cleanser for combination skin

I like this HERBAL CLEANSER. This product is perfect for my combination skin. Most of all I like that it does not dry out my skin as it happens from CLEANSER of other companies. And of course the completely natural composition pleases. The skin feels it.

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Tennille
Perfect

Wow! I didn’t know what to expect, being I never used a powder cleanser before. I’m glad I purchased this for my combo skin.my skin feels extremely soft and the cleanser rinses well without residue. My new fave!

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Tricia Keffer
Love it

I have said this in other reviews but I'll say it again. The doctors royally did me with antibiotics for acne as a teenager. I became vegetarian and cleaned up my diet and began to look for herbal solutions. I came across her book more than 20 years ago. We were all told to clean our faces more and that oil was the problem. I took a chance on her products and put the right oils on my skin. It was a nirvana moment. Your face just screams YES! I love it. I do change products with the seasons and when I travel. I generally stay with the pita. Everyone is different. If you want to feel your best, give yourself a treat and try it. I guarantee any other products later will be a let down.
And, if you have teenagers, start them with these products. I can testify on any holy book the so called medicines from the doctor were worse than the acne. I take full credit for this review. I would give her 10 stars.

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Kelly T
Fantastic cleanser

I love the Pitta cleanser. My face feels so soft afterwards and I’ve definitely noticed a change in the texture and appearance of my skin! No more breakouts :) I love the all natural ingredients.

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Manasi Agrawal
Visibly reduces redness on skin

It thoroughly cleans my skin but does not leave it feeling dry (unlike chemical cleansers in the market). My skin feels soft and nourished, but not oily. It is a wonderful cleanser and I haven't used any other cleanser since the day I found this! Can not recommend it enough for people with sensitive, blemished, acne prone skin!

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KGK
Excellent, non-drying

Love this product as a daily cleanser. It gently exfoliates and leaves skin feeling clean and fresh.

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Tracey
Best face wash I've ever used

I still use this face wash daily after about 9 years. It's so gentle and cleans my skin very thoroughly. It's a great exfoliant a few times a week when you let it slightly dry on your face for a few minutes before gently sloughing it off.

Food for the Skin

Our Ayurvedic formulas are created exclusively with pure, natural, whole-food ingredients that your skin can easily recognize, without harmful synthetics and chemicals.

Handcrafted in small batches wth no artificial preservatives.

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