Smoother Skin Begins Here
A surgeon-formulated polishing cleanser that smooths texture, lifts dull buildup, and preserves the barrier that keeps skin calm.
The clean that makes skin feel immediately better.
Designed to refine texture without depleting what keeps skin calm.
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Why It Feels Different
This cleanser was designed to remove the layer that dulls the surface and interferes with absorption — without disturbing the barrier beneath. Fine lava pumice, calibrated AHAs, and oat kernel extract leave skin smoother, clearer, and better prepared for what follows.
Fine Lava Pumice
Lifts dull surface buildup through controlled mechanical action — refined enough to feel satisfying without scratching or tearing.
Calibrated AHAs
Support gentle chemical renewal alongside the physical polish. Dosed to assist, not overpower.
Oat Kernel Extract
Calms and protects during the process. The barrier stays intact, so skin feels balanced afterward — not tight, not stripped.
Three mechanisms, one controlled action. Polish without punishment.
From Dr. Koo
In my practice, I see how quickly surface buildup changes the way skin reflects light and receives treatment. I wanted this cleanser to refine that layer carefully — so skin feels smoother immediately, but never overworked.
"I wanted this step to feel satisfying, controlled, and quietly effective — the kind of clean that makes skin feel better, not depleted."
— Dr. Michele Koo, MD, FACS
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Who This Cleanser Is For
This cleanser was formulated for skin that needs controlled refinement — not aggression.
- Skin that looks dull even after cleansing
- Texture that feels rough or uneven to the touch
- Surface congestion that interferes with product absorption
- Skin that has been overprocessed by harsh scrubs and wants a smarter alternative
- Those building a physician-led regimen and looking for the right first step
If your skin needs polishing — not punishing — this is where to start.
Where It Fits in the Protocol
Each product in Dr. Koo's regimen is designed to prepare skin for the next. The cleanser sits at the center — clearing the surface so everything that follows works better.
Myst hydrates. The cleanser clears. The serum corrects. Each step makes the next one more effective.
Common Questions
No. The polishing action is controlled — fine lava pumice works with calibrated AHAs, not against skin. Oat kernel extract calms during the process. Most skin can use it every evening without irritation.
Most polishing cleansers rely on sharp or irregular particles that create micro-damage. This formula uses naturally rounded volcanic pumice at a refined particle size, paired with AHAs dosed to assist renewal without overstripping. It was formulated by a plastic surgeon who understands how much exfoliation skin actually needs — and where the line is.
Yes. The cleanser clears surface buildup so actives like retinol and THD-Ascorbate absorb more effectively. Use the cleanser first, then apply your treatment. If using a strong retinol, alternate evenings as needed.
The formulation uses refined volcanic lava pumice, calibrated AHAs, and oat kernel extract to smooth the surface while preserving barrier function. It was developed by a board-certified plastic surgeon to perform with precision — not excess.
Refinement Begins with the First Step
Skin responds differently when the surface is clear and the barrier remains intact. This is the cleanser that was designed to make that happen — precisely, gently, and consistently.
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