Product Deep Dive
Product Deep Dive
Traditional foaming cleansers can strip the skin’s natural oils, leaving it tight, dry and more prone to irritation. Our 5% grape seed oil cleanser takes a kinder, smarter approach: an oil-based formula enriched with 5% cold-pressed grape seed oil that gently dissolves makeup, sunscreen, pollution and excess sebum while infusing skin with antioxidants, hydration and soothing benefits. This balm-to-milk cleanser emulsifies beautifully with water and rinses clean — no residue, no tightness, just soft, balanced, protected skin.
Why 5% Grape Seed Oil Elevates This Cleanser
Grape seed oil is lightweight, non-comedogenic and exceptionally rich in:
Polyphenols & Proanthocyanidins — Potent antioxidants that neutralise free radicals from UV, pollution and blue light
Vitamin E — Soothes irritation, supports barrier repair and reduces redness
Linoleic Acid — Helps regulate oil production and strengthen the lipid barrier
At 5%, this meaningful concentration delivers noticeable nourishment during cleansing — counteracting the drying effects many cleansers cause. The result? Skin feels softer, calmer and more resilient immediately after rinsing, with cumulative benefits to brightness, texture and protection over time. Dermatologists and formulators praise grape seed oil for being suitable for almost every skin type — especially dry, sensitive, mature, rosacea-prone or environmentally stressed complexions.
5% Grape Seed Oil Cleanser
Type: Cleanser
Dissolve non water resistant makeup, SPF and daily grime without stripping your skin thanks to our 5% grape seed oil cleanser. This lightweight, non-comedogenic oil cleanser gently emulsifies with water, rinses clean and leaves skin soft, hydrated and protected. Rich in powerful antioxidants (vitamin E, polyphenols), grape seed oil soothes irritation, fights free radicals and supports the skin barrier — perfect for dry, sensitive, mature or combination skin craving a nourishing yet thorough cleanse.
Key benefits
Key benefits
Thorough yet Gentle Makeup & SPF Removal — Melts away waterproof makeup, daily SPF and impurities without tugging or residue
Antioxidant Defence During Cleansing — Protects against free-radical damage right from the first step of your routine
Hydration & Barrier Support — Prevents the stripped, tight feeling common with foaming cleansers
Soothes & Calms — Reduces redness and irritation, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin
Leaves Skin Soft & Balanced — No greasy after-feel; rinses clean while maintaining natural moisture
Suitable skin types
Suitable skin types
- Dry
- Sensitive
Product Deep Dive
Product Deep Dive
Traditional foaming cleansers can strip the skin’s natural oils, leaving it tight, dry and more prone to irritation. Our 5% grape seed oil cleanser takes a kinder, smarter approach: an oil-based formula enriched with 5% cold-pressed grape seed oil that gently dissolves makeup, sunscreen, pollution and excess sebum while infusing skin with antioxidants, hydration and soothing benefits. This balm-to-milk cleanser emulsifies beautifully with water and rinses clean — no residue, no tightness, just soft, balanced, protected skin.
Why 5% Grape Seed Oil Elevates This Cleanser
Grape seed oil is lightweight, non-comedogenic and exceptionally rich in:
Polyphenols & Proanthocyanidins — Potent antioxidants that neutralise free radicals from UV, pollution and blue light
Vitamin E — Soothes irritation, supports barrier repair and reduces redness
Linoleic Acid — Helps regulate oil production and strengthen the lipid barrier
At 5%, this meaningful concentration delivers noticeable nourishment during cleansing — counteracting the drying effects many cleansers cause. The result? Skin feels softer, calmer and more resilient immediately after rinsing, with cumulative benefits to brightness, texture and protection over time. Dermatologists and formulators praise grape seed oil for being suitable for almost every skin type — especially dry, sensitive, mature, rosacea-prone or environmentally stressed complexions.
How to use
How to use
- Massage a small amount onto dry skin for 30–60 seconds to dissolve makeup, SPF and grime. Add a little water to emulsify into a light milk, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Pat dry and follow with your favourite toner, serum or moisturiser. Use AM and/or PM. Double-cleanse in the evening if wearing heavy makeup or sunscreen. Suitable for daily use; no need to avoid the eye area (avoid direct contact with open eyes).
Hero Ingredients
Hero Ingredients
- 5% Grape Seed Oil
- 10% Avocado Oil
Suitable product combinations
Suitable product combinations
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Squalane
- Ceramide
- (There are no contra-indications for Grape Seed Oil.)
Ingredient List
Ingredient List
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Trideceth-7 Carboxylic Acid, Squalane, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Oil, Sodium Hydroxide.
We are
We are
- Vegan friendly
- Cruelty-free
- Cosmeceutical grade
- Fragrance-free
- Made in South Africa
Tips
Tips
Patch test first. Consult a dermatologist if pregnant, breastfeeding or managing specific skin conditions.
Dermatologist-tested to ensure optimal skin compatibility and efficacy. This formulation has been independently evaluated to confirm its safety and performance across a range of skin types.
5% Grape Seed Oil Cleanser
- 5 stars: 28 (80%)
- 4 stars: 5 (14%)
- 3 stars: 2 (6%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)
Works well
Awesome product
Great repurchase!
My go-to oil cleanser!!
Great for daily double cleansing at night!!!
Good thick texture, light fragrance, rinses off well <3
Recommend to everyone to try out <33
Provides a wonderful double cleanse however it does have a very oily smell - after a few weeks of using it I stopped noticing it
Perfect for dry skin.
LOVE IT
SHIN FEELS SO CLEAN AND HYDRATED AFTER WASHING
This is the first oil cleanser I've ever used and I'm a fast fan. I was worried it would leave a residue but rinsing with water left my skin cleansed without dryness. Applying the oil cleanser on a damp or dry face (with clean hands!) works well at massaging hardened skin cells blocking my pores. Great for quick morning cleanse and nighttime double cleanse. The price for the amount of product is great too! An easy repurchase! :D
my number one oil cleanser makes my skin hydrated it doesnt dried out the skin
I love this so much my skin feels so good and clean and fresh
This is the best cleanser I have used so far, it works well with my dry skin and I have had no issues with it. Will def buy again.
I use this cleansing oil as the first step in my double cleansing routine and it is by far the best cleansing oil I've used. I'm on my 3rd bottle and I my skin absolutely loves it.
This cleanser is very good at removing sunblock. My skins feels super moisturised and soft after use. I struggled to get my eye makeup off with it until I was told to use it one bone dry skin, then it was much better. Would be lovely if you included how to apply on the products.
I have oily acne prone skin, I’m not well-versed in oil cleaners and I wasn’t sure if I even needed an oil cleanser but I’ll say that this really does the job for me, I always felt like there was something missing in my routine and I took a chance on this, clearly my face washing routine was lacking because when I added this oil cleanser then followed with my regular face wash, my skin started to clear up more and my other products started to work better and I’m seeing results quicker.
I've been using this one for a while now and it's my favourite. I have really sensitive skin so I'm very cautious of which products I use. I was a little skeptical since I've never used a milky cleanser, but my skin has never felt better! Definitely a holy grail for me.
This is my first purchase of the Grape Seed Oil, I have a sensitive / dry skin and I find it works really well with other Fundamentals products for my skin. Very happy.
I do love this product, it works well for my sensitive skin , and this in conjunction with a few other products have really helped me heal my skin barrier
I have pimples prone skin so this cleanser is so gentle on my pimples and the smell doesn't stick to your skin after rinsing.
Nice product, but does not remove all make-up, be aware.
The face washes I've used in the are mostly oil-stripping, leaving me very dry. However, this babe ?! WOW. I love the sweet smell, and overall, I feel moisturised, even after washing my face.
The cleanser lathers quite nicely and melts the waterproof make-up. The smell is a bit weird, but it's very subtle. This oil also caused no irritation around my eye area which is amazing.
I’ve done some pretty intense makeup looks lately and this is the cleansing oil I always reach for to remove my makeup gently. No stripping feeling, no burny eyes - just a gentle, effective oil cleanser that I don’t need to stress about. 10/10
I absolutely love this oil cleanser. It is just the right amount of oily to melt your make up off. And leaves my skin feeling super soft.
Ok but how is this so affordable?? 😍 I don't wear make up but I use this as my first cleanse to get rid of all my oils and suncreen and it's AMAZING!!!! I cannot reccomend this enough.
I have been using this brand of products for a little over two weeks, and my skin has completely transformed! My skin is very sensitive and prone to breakouts, but this gentle cleanser is just magic!
The product made my skin feel clean and amazing. However, I had to stop using it because it caused my skin to have breakouts. There was a new painful pimple each day on my forehead and upper cheek.
Does great to properly cleanse my skin and rid off makeup. My skin is so nourished. As a black woman who struggles a lot with dark spots and moisture (combination skin), I am so happy to have done this purchase as the product is perfect.
This cleanser not only melts your make up away but also cleans your skin to be soft n supple like a new born skin. I love this product as it maintains my skin and keeps it hydrated.
I use it as an oil cleanse to pull out oil plugs once every week. It’s a great self treatment solution and extremely gentle. Love it!
I use this to remove my makeup with a double cleanse. Great at taking off even waterproof mascara!
Removes any makeup with no hassle at all, worth every cent of that R100
I love this cleanser. It's gentle yet effective, and left my skin feeling super hydrated and dewy and my skin didn't even feel oily! 10/10
I love this product! The product itself has an amazing texture and leaves my skin feeling clean.
Having never used an oil cleanser before, I was a little nervous about this product but I absolutely love it. A little goes a long way; it is hydrating, light and gentle and doesn’t leave my skin feeling oily or sticky. Grapeseed oil also has amazing benefits so I would highly recommend this product! 🥺

