{"title":"Cleansers \u0026 Face Wash","description":"\u003cp\u003eGentle, luxurious face washes that cleanse thoroughly without stripping — the first step of every good routine. Choose salicylic acid for oily and acne-prone skin, activated charcoal for city pollution, vitamin C for dull skin, or rice milk for that soft glass-skin finish. Free delivery and COD across Pakistan.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rice-milk-glass-skin-face-wash","title":"EL TESSA Rice Milk Face Wash","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Glass skin\" — that smooth, translucent, lit-from-within look — doesn't start with a serum. It starts with how you wash your face, because a cleanser that strips your skin ruins everything you layer on top of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe EL TESSA Rice Milk Face Wash cleanses the way the best Asian rituals always have: thoroughly, but gently. The silken gel lifts away oil, grime and makeup residue while rice milk — a centuries-old East Asian beauty staple — softens and brightens as it works. Skin rinses clean, dewy and comfortable. Never tight. Never squeaky. That tight feeling was never \"clean\" — it was your moisture barrier crying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery skin type, including dry and sensitive — which is rare for a face wash that cleanses this well. If your current cleanser leaves your face feeling stretched two minutes after rinsing, this is the fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMorning and evening, massage over damp skin for 30–60 seconds and rinse with lukewarm water — hot water strips. Follow with your EL TESSA serum and moisturizer. Twice a day is the ceiling; over-washing weakens the barrier and makes skin oilier, not cleaner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eComfortable, soft, properly clean skin from day one. A visibly smoother, more hydrated-looking surface within a few weeks. Remember: a cleanser touches your skin for under a minute — it sets the stage, and your leave-on products play the lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatch-test for 24 hours before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull ingredient list is printed on the carton and is being added to this page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cosmetic product for external use, not a medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e100ml. Free delivery anywhere in Pakistan, cash on delivery available, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/return-refund-policy\"\u003e7-day returns\u003c\/a\u003e on unopened items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this face wash suitable for dry or sensitive skin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it suits every skin type, including dry and sensitive, which is rare for a cleanser that removes this much. If your current face wash leaves your skin feeling stretched two minutes after rinsing, this is the fix. Oily skin does well on it too, since stripping the barrier is what makes skin produce more oil, not less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it actually give me glass skin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot on its own, and be wary of any cleanser that says it will. A cleanser touches your skin for under a minute — it sets the stage by not stripping your barrier, and your leave-on serum and moisturizer play the lead. That said, the smooth, lit-from-within look genuinely does start with how you wash your face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it remove makeup?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe silken gel lifts away oil, grime and makeup residue as it cleanses. For a full face of heavy makeup, take the bulk off first and use this as the proper cleanse afterwards — that's a gentler routine for your skin than trying to scrub everything off in one go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow many times a day should I use it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMorning and evening — twice a day is the ceiling, not a target. Over-washing weakens the moisture barrier and makes skin oilier rather than cleaner. Massage over damp skin for 30–60 seconds, then rinse with lukewarm water; hot water strips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen will I see a difference?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom day one your skin should feel soft, comfortable and properly clean instead of tight. A visibly smoother, more hydrated-looking surface follows within a few weeks. That tight feeling was never \"clean\" — it was your moisture barrier complaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it with my serums, acids or retinol?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Cleansing comes first, then your serum and moisturizer. Because it doesn't strip, it's a good partner for a routine that already contains strong actives — those routines usually fail on a harsh cleanser rather than on the actives themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it sting or irritate my skin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's built to cleanse gently and rinse away comfortable rather than squeaky. Still, patch-test for 24 hours before first use, and keep it away from the eye area. If you get burning or persistent redness, stop and let your skin settle. It's a cosmetic product for external use, not a medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does one bottle last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bottle is 100ml and a small amount is enough for a full 30–60 second cleanse. Used morning and evening, most people find it lasts a month or more. We won't invent a precise figure — how far it goes depends on how generous you are per wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this the original product or a copy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's the genuine EL TESSA product, sold directly by us. Every bottle arrives sealed and batch-fresh — if the seal looks tampered with when your parcel arrives, don't use it and contact us. Unopened items are covered by our 7-day return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does delivery take, and can I pay cash on delivery?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelivery is free anywhere in Pakistan and typically takes 2–4 working days. Cash on delivery is available nationwide, so you pay only when the parcel reaches you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is this face wash suitable for dry or sensitive skin?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — it suits every skin type, including dry and sensitive, which is rare for a cleanser that removes this much. If your current face wash leaves your skin feeling stretched two minutes after rinsing, this is the fix. Oily skin does well on it too, since stripping the barrier is what makes skin produce more oil, not less.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will it actually give me glass skin?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Not on its own, and be wary of any cleanser that says it will. 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What it \u003cem\u003ewill\u003c\/em\u003e do is something simpler and still worth having.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe EL TESSA Vitamin C Face Wash starts your day the way a brightening routine should start: dirt, oil and overnight dullness gone, skin left fresh, soft and visibly awake — without the tight, stripped feeling cheap cleansers mistake for clean. Think of it as the opening note of the ritual; the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vitamin-c-serum\"\u003evitamin C serum\u003c\/a\u003e that follows is where the spot-fading work actually happens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDull, tired, city-worn skin. Normal, combination and oily types. Anyone building a brightening routine who wants every step pulling in the same direction — and anyone who wants to try vitamin C before committing to a serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMassage over damp skin for 30–60 seconds, morning and evening, then rinse with lukewarm water. Follow with serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen by day. Twice daily is the ceiling — more washing means more oil, not less.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProperly clean, fresher-looking skin from the first wash. A brighter-looking surface within a few weeks as dullness stops accumulating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatch-test for 24 hours before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull ingredient list is printed on the carton and is being added to this page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cosmetic product for external use, not a medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e100ml. Free delivery across Pakistan, cash on delivery nationwide, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/return-refund-policy\"\u003e7-day returns\u003c\/a\u003e on unopened items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this face wash fade my dark spots?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonestly, no — and any cleanser that promises otherwise is overselling. It is on your skin for about forty seconds and then it is down the drain; nothing treats pigmentation in forty seconds. Spot-fading is the job of a leave-on vitamin C serum — this wash is the opening step of that routine, not the treatment itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does it actually do, then?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomething simpler and still worth having: it clears dirt, oil and overnight dullness, and leaves skin fresh, soft and visibly awake — without the tight, stripped feeling cheap cleansers mistake for clean. Over a few weeks of regular use, the surface looks brighter as dullness stops accumulating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it good for dull, tired-looking skin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — dull, tired, city-worn skin is exactly who it was made for. It starts the day the way a brightening routine should: overnight dullness gone, skin fresh and awake. The brighter-looking surface builds gradually with daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich skin types can use it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNormal, combination and oily types. If your skin is properly dry, this was not built with you in mind — a cream cleanser will likely treat you better. When in doubt, patch-test first and see how your skin feels after a few washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe for sensitive skin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatch-test on a small area for 24 hours before first use — that rule applies to everyone, and doubly to sensitive skin. If your skin is easily irritated, ease in with once daily and watch how it responds. Stop if it stings or turns red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it with a vitamin C serum or other actives?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it is designed to be step one of a brightening routine, with the serum doing the real work afterwards. A cleanser rinses off in under a minute, so it sits comfortably alongside leave-on products. Wash, then serum, then moisturizer, then sunscreen by day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen will I see results?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProperly clean, fresher-looking skin from the very first wash. The brighter-looking surface takes a few weeks of regular use, as dullness stops building up. For fading actual dark spots, you need the serum on top — a wash alone will not get you there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this the original product or a copy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal, and it comes to you straight from EL TESSA PK — nothing loose, nothing repacked, no middle stockist between us and your door. Each bottle goes out sealed and batch-fresh. Should the seal look disturbed on arrival, set it aside and contact us; unopened items fall under our 7-day return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does delivery take in Pakistan?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically 2-4 working days anywhere in Pakistan, and delivery is free. Major cities usually see the earlier end of that; remote areas can take a day or two longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I pay cash on delivery?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Cash on delivery is available nationwide — you pay the rider when the parcel is in your hands. No advance payment or bank transfer needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will this face wash fade my dark spots?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Honestly, no — and any cleanser that promises otherwise is overselling. It is on your skin for about forty seconds and then it is down the drain; nothing treats pigmentation in forty seconds. 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Not because it's fashionable — because it's the only common cleansing active that is oil-soluble, which means it works \u003cem\u003einside\u003c\/em\u003e the pore where breakouts are actually born, instead of skating over the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe EL TESSA Salicylic Face Wash puts that science in your basin. Twice a day it clears the oil and buildup that turn into tomorrow's blackheads, keeps the T-zone matte for longer, and does it all without the harsh, stripped-dry aftermath that makes skin produce even more oil in revenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOily and combination skin. Blackheads and whiteheads across the nose and chin. Skin that erupts every summer when the humidity arrives. It's also the natural partner to our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/acne-treatment-serum-2-salicylic-acid\"\u003e2% Acne Control Serum\u003c\/a\u003e — the wash manages the surface, the serum treats the depths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry or sensitive skin? Start once daily, or choose a gentler cleanser — this one means business.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMassage over damp skin for 30–60 seconds, morning and evening, then rinse with lukewarm water. Follow with an oil-free moisturizer — yes, oily skin needs one — and sunscreen by day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCleaner-feeling, less oily skin in the first two weeks. Fewer new breakouts by week four to six as pores stay clear. For the full routine, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/acne-ka-ilaj-skincare-routine-pakistan\"\u003eread our acne guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatch-test for 24 hours before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkip physical scrubs — the acid is already exfoliating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsult your doctor first if pregnant or breastfeeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull ingredient list is printed on the carton and is being added to this page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cosmetic product for external use, not a medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e100ml. Free delivery anywhere in Pakistan, cash on delivery available, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/return-refund-policy\"\u003e7-day returns\u003c\/a\u003e on unopened items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this face wash good for oily, acne-prone skin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — this is the cleanser built for exactly that skin. Salicylic acid is the one ingredient dermatologists name before all others for oily, breakout-prone skin, because it is oil-soluble and works inside the pore where breakouts are actually born rather than skating over the surface. It clears oil and buildup and keeps the T-zone matte for longer, without the stripped-dry aftermath that makes skin produce even more oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it help with blackheads and whiteheads?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is its main job. Used twice a day, it clears the oil and buildup that turn into tomorrow's blackheads, so pores stay clear instead of congesting. Expect fewer new breakouts by week four to six of regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it on dry or sensitive skin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully, if at all — this one means business. Start once daily and watch how your skin responds, or choose a gentler cleanser instead. Either way, patch-test on a small area for 24 hours before first use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it together with an acne serum or other actives?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it is the natural partner to our 2% Acne Control Serum: the wash manages the surface, the serum treats the depths. One thing to drop, though: physical scrubs. The acid is already exfoliating, and scrubbing on top of it is too much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk your doctor before using it — that caution comes with this product for a reason, and your doctor knows your situation better than any product page does. There are plenty of gentle, acid-free cleansers to use in the meantime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen will I see results on my breakouts?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleaner-feeling, less oily skin usually shows in the first two weeks. Fewer new breakouts come later, by week four to six, as pores stay clear. Give it that full window before judging it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need moisturizer and sunscreen with it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes to both. Follow every wash with an oil-free moisturizer — yes, oily skin needs one — and wear sunscreen by day. 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