Light Work™ Cleansing Oil

Tough on makeup, kind on skin. This 100% natural cleansing oil dissolves the day's buildup and eye makeup in a single pass. No tugging, no sting, no drama. Think crisp, clean sheets — only for your face. The science is straightforward. Oil bonds to oil, which comes in handy when you're up against waterproof makeup, sunscreen, and everyday grime. Light Work latches onto excess sebum and any makeup oils sitting on the skin, then sweeps it all away. Add a splash of water and the formula turns milky as it emulsifies, rinsing clean and carrying the day with it. No detergents, no surfactants, no stripping. Just the natural polarity of castor oil pulling its weight. Most cleansing oils on the market rely on synthetic emulsifiers to make sure they rinse cleanly. Light Work doesn't bother. Translation: no detergent residue lingering in your skin once you've washed. That's the gap between skin that feels stretched and skin that just feels like itself. Built around the same CO2-extracted Rosehip Oil that anchors our bestselling BioRegenerate, paired with a barrier-friendly sunflower seed oil base rich in linoleic acid, this sting-free formula leaves skin feeling softer, nourished, and truly radiant. Why You'll Love It Directions Full Ingredients Recycling When should I use Light Work? Use Light Work in the evening as the first step in a double-cleanse routine. Apply 2-3 pumps to dry skin, massage for 30-60 seconds, then add lukewarm water to emulsify and rinse. Follow with a water-based cleanser for a thorough double cleanse, or use alone for a lighter single cleanse. Will Light Work remove waterproof mascara? Yes. The oil formula works on the principle that oil clings to oil, so it dissolves waterproof mascara, heavy-duty makeup and mineral SPF on contact, with no rubbing or stinging. It's a favourite backstage among makeup artists for removing even the most stubborn products before red carpets and photoshoots. I have oily skin. Will Light Work be suitable for me? It's a great match for oily skin. The oils bind to excess sebum and impurities during the massage, then emulsify when you add water and rinse completely away. The formula is non-comedogenic, so it won't clog pores, and it's 96-hour patch tested for tolerance on reactive skin. Can I use Light Work if I don't wear makeup? Absolutely. Even without makeup, your skin accumulates pollution particles, excess sebum and environmental grime throughout the day. Light Work dissolves all of it, while its Sunflower Seed Oil base (rich in linoleic acid) actively supports your skin barrier during cleansing rather than stripping it. Is Light Work suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers? Yes. Because the formula contains no surfactants, detergents or alcohol, there's nothing to sting or irritate delicate eye skin. It dissolves eye makeup through gentle oil-to-oil contact rather than rubbing, and it's been 96-hour patch tested for tolerance on volunteers with reactive skin. If you wear contacts, just remove them before cleansing as you would with any oil-based product. Is Light Work safe to use during pregnancy? Yes, Light Work is certified pregnancy and breastfeeding safe. It contains 0.78% essential oils, which is well within safe limits. That said, some experts suggest avoiding all essential oils in the first trimester, so check with your midwife if you're unsure. What certifications does Light Work have? Light Work is COSMOS Organic certified (91% organic, 100% natural), Vegan Society registered, and Leaping Bunny cruelty-free certified. It's also dermatologist tested and approved, and has been 96-hour patch tested for tolerance on volunteers with reactive skin. Why is rosehip oil in a cleanser? Light Work contains the same CO2-extracted Rosa Canina seed and fruit oil used in Pai's bestselling Rosehip BioRegenerate treatment oil. It's rich in omegas 3, 6, 7 and 9 plus carotenoids that brighten the appearance of skin during the cleansing massage. Think of it as a treatment step built into your cleanse, prepping skin for whatever comes next. Why doesn't Light Work leave my skin feeling tight after cleansing? That tight, stripped feeling comes from surfactants in conventional cleansers removing your skin's own barrier lipids alongside makeup and grime. Published research (Walters et al., Dermatology Research and Practice) confirms surfactant residue remains embedded in the stratum corneum even after rinsing, continuing to disrupt its structure and cause dryness. Light Work contains zero surfactants, so it dissolves impurities through oil-to-oil affinity and leaves nothing behind that could strip or irritate your barrier. What makes Light Work different from other cleansing oils? Most cleansing oils contain synthetic surfactants or PEG-based emulsifiers to help them rinse off, which can leave detergent residue on your skin. Light Work uses Castor Oil, which is 90% ricinoleic acid, a naturally polar fatty acid that interacts with water to turn the formula milky and rinse clean without synthetic help. It's also fully anhydrous (no water in the formula), so it doesn't need the preservatives that water-based cleansers require. Why should I choose Light Work over micellar water or makeup wipes? Micellar waters and wipes both rely on surfactants and preservatives (like ethylparaben or benzalkonium chloride) that sit on your skin, since they're designed to be left on or wiped off rather than rinsed. Light Work is anhydrous and surfactant-free, so there's no detergent or preservative residue left behind. You also skip the waste from cotton pads and single-use wipes. Tough on makeup, kind on skin. This 100% natural cleansing oil dissolves the day's buildup and eye makeup in a single pass. No tugging, no sting, no drama. Think crisp, clean sheets — only for your face. The science is straightforward. Oil bonds to oil, which comes in handy when you're up against waterproof makeup, sunscreen, and everyday grime. Light Work latches onto excess sebum and any makeup oils sitting on the skin, then sweeps it all away. Add a splash of water and the formula turns milky as it emulsifies, rinsing clean and carrying the day with it. No detergents, no surfactants, no stripping. Just the natural polarity of castor oil pulling its weight. Most cleansing oils on the market rely on synthetic emulsifiers to make sure they rinse cleanly. Light Work doesn't bother. Translation: no detergent residue lingering in your skin once you've washed. That's the gap between skin that feels stretched and skin that just feels like itself. Built around the same CO2-extracted Rosehip Oil that anchors our bestselling BioRegenerate, paired with a barrier-friendly sunflower seed oil base rich in linoleic acid, this sting-free formula leaves skin feeling softer, nourished, and truly radiant. Shake well, then dispense 2-3 pumps onto dry skin and massage in circular motions for 30-60 seconds. Cover the lash line, the forehead, anywhere the day has settled. The oil starts dissolving makeup, SPF and daily grime on contact. Now for the satisfying part: add a splash of lukewarm water and watch the oil emulsify into a soft milk. Rinse thoroughly, or sweep away with a warm, damp washcloth. Skin feels soft and clean, never tight or stripped. For a full double cleanse, follow with your favorite water-based cleanser. On lighter days, Light Work handles things just fine on its own. Olea Europaea Fruit Oil* (olive oil), Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil* (sunflower oil), Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil*, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract*ᶜ, Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract*, Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil*, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil*, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil*, Ocimum Basilicum*, Tocopherol* (vitamin e), Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract* (rosemary extract). Naturally occurring in essential oils: Citronellol, Limonene, Citral, Geraniol, Linalool. 91% Organic (of total, minus water and minerals) / 100% natural origin. *Organic ᶜCO₂ extracted Say no to landfill! Let's recycle everything! - Sarah Unscrew the pump from the bottle and rinse the dip tube. Place the glass bottle in your curbside recycling. All Pai boxes, cartons, sleeves and inserts can be recycled with your curbside paper recycling. Some product components are not currently curbside recyclable in most US programs. We are working on a US-specific recycling solution. In the meantime, check what your local recycling provider accepts at earth911.com . Key Ingredients Rosehip Rosehip Oil is much more than just a glow-giver. In its purest form – like ours – it’s like giving your skin a full under the hood service. Omegas 3, 6, 7 & 9 do the repair job, while antioxidant carotenoids protect from further damage. Geranium Yes, the same plant you probably have growing in your garden. We extract the beautifully-scented oil for its calming fragrance. View full ingredients list Pauline R. Verified Buyer Published date 27/09/26 Ana C. Verified Buyer Published date 26/09/26 Karen C. Verified Buyer Published date 22/09/26 Rebecca M. 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