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ESPA

Optimal Skin Cleansing Oil 195ml

£32

£16.41 per 100ml

Free standard delivery over £60

Product code: T236925F

ESPA's Optimal Skin Pro Cleansing Oil nourishes, purifies, and removes daily impurities. A silky oil to milk texture, the perfect first step in a double-cleanse routine.

Melt away makeup, waterproof mascara, sunscreen, and more - for a face that feels fully refreshed and hydrated. Suitable for all skin types, including dry, sensitive, blemish prone, and oily skin. Safe for use on eyes. Enhanced with Sweet Orange, Neroli and Bergamot essential oil aromatherapy for the skin and the senses.

Product details

Item details

Upcycled oils - grapeseed oil, pumpkin seed oil, appricot oil - Lipid-rich, natural source of antioxidants and omegas

Green coffee seed oil - Naturally caffeinated, it leaves skin feeling energised and nourished

Myrtle and olive antioxidant complex - Concentrated in powerful antioxidants

Active nutrients omega + vitamin complex - Designed to help to seal in moisture so that skin looks healthy, feels nourished and hydrated

Uplifting essential oil blend of - Sweet orange, neroli and bergamot

Dermatologically and ophthalmologically tested and safe for use on the eyes***

Oil-to-purifying milk formula

Removes impurities and melts away waterproof mascara and makeup beautifully

Nutrient-rich formula loaded with lipids for cleansing that doesn't strip or leave skin feeling dry

Nurtures skin so it feels supple, soft and nourished

complexion looks radiant, fresh and healthy

can be used as the first step in a double-cleanse routine

More information

How to Use: Apply 2-3 pumps of the oil onto palms before massaging gently over dry skin, including the delicate eye area, to remove any makeup and mascara.

Add a little water to create a second milky cleanse before sweeping away with warm water or a damp cloth.

92% agreed that the product left their skin with a healthy glow*

99% agreed that the oil melted away traces of makeup*

99% agreed that the product left their skin feeling soft*

98% agreed that the product removed impurities from their skin*

96% agreed that the product left their skin feeling sealed with moisture*

98% agreed that the oil left their skin looking healthy and fresh*

*Tested on 120 panelists in a 2-week user trial.

Product Size: 195 ml

Product Texture: oil

Ingredients

Prunus armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, sorbitan oleate, polysorbate 85, coffea arabica (coffee) seed oil, cucurbita pepo (pumpkin) seed oil, vitis vinifera (grape) seed oil, olea europaea (olive) fruit oil, polysorbate 20, echium plantagineum seed oil, sorbitan sesquioleate, tocopherol, limonene, linoleic acid, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil, myrtus communis leaf extract, olea europaea (olive) leaf extract, citrus aurantium bergamia (bergamot) fruit oil, citrus nobilis (mandarin orange) peel oil, oleic acid, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, palmitic acid, aqua/water/eau, stearic acid, fragrance* (parfum), linalool, caprylic/capric triglyceride, citrus aurantium amara (bitter orange) leaf/twig oil, cymbopogon nardus (citronella) oil, moringa oleifera seed oil, jasminum officinale (jasmine) flower extract, linolenic acid, litsea cubeba fruit oil, rosa centifolia flower extract, citrus aurantium amara (bitter orange) flower oil, rosa damascena flower oil. *100 % natural fragrance.

Delivery, collection & returns

Delivery

Standard

Free. We are currently experiencing longer delivery lead times.

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£5.99. We are currently experiencing longer delivery lead times.

Collection

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Returns

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About ESPA

ESPA's highly effective products restore harmony and balance to your mind, body and spirit while producing lasting results for your skin.

Reviews (93)

4.9

5% Recommended this product

03 November 2025Joanne
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Fresh and hydrated

Originally posted on ESPA

Yes, I recommend this

This is now a firm favourite, I use to use a cleansing balm, but after trying this I am now converted . Skin is refreshed and hydrated

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09 October 2025Jillydee

Wish I’d discovered sooner

Originally posted on ESPA

Yes, I recommend this

Feels luxurious on my skin. Melts away makeup easily. My skin feels instantly soft and it’s just an absolute joy to use on my face. I follow with the purifying micellar cleanser. Would highly recommend

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13 September 2025Annabel
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Fabulous facial oil

Originally posted on ESPA

Yes, I recommend this

A really lovely facial oil that when you mix with water becomes a milky texture, great scent. A premium product.

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05 September 2025Leeanne Ainscow
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Beautiful product

Originally posted on ESPA

Yes, I recommend this

Absolutely beautiful product I just love this so lovely on your skin

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31 August 2025Jo
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Recommend

Originally posted on ESPA

Yes, I recommend this

Use these together for my evening cleanse and absolutely love them! I have combination skin, some small blemishes and in my 40’s and seems to work really well for my skin

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28 March 2025AN
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Nice cleanser

Originally posted on ESPA

This cleanser feels lovely on the skin and removed makeup effectively, the scent is lovely. My only thing is it sting the eyes a little.

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12 January 2025Sezzie
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ESPA Optimal Skin Cleansing Oil

Originally posted on ESPA

I use this as the first step in my skin cleansing routine. It leaves my skin feeling soft and looking radiant.

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10 November 2024Nj
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Amazing!

Originally posted on ESPA

Absolute game changer! I use this as a double cleanse and it leaves my skin so soft and clean. It’s worth it as a little goes a long way. Will definitely be buying this again

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07 November 2024Chris
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Love,love, love it

Originally posted on ESPA

Love,love,love this oil. It makes my skin feel amazing and is so easy to use

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14 September 2024Frances
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Really nice cleansing oil - not greasy at all

Originally posted on ESPA

I was worried that this would be a greasy cleansing oil but having used it I really love it! Just 1 or 2 pumps is plenty into the hand and then massage onto the face. Rinses off really easily with warm water and makes my skin feel great. Doesn't leave any residue. I would recommend this cleansing oil.

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14 September 2024Helen
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Optimal cleaner

Originally posted on ESPA

Another winner from Espa, feels luxurious and removes make up gently.

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03 July 2024Hannah
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New product for me!

Originally posted on ESPA

I’ve been using this a week now and what a difference, it’s a new product for me, and my skin loves it! Using it as a daily cleanser and it’s so soft and within a few days could see a difference with clear blemishes and completely removing milia pimples! I use this alongside milk cleanser, optimal pro cleanser and hydrating tonic. Will defiantly repurchase

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21 June 2024Feezel
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Wow

Originally posted on ESPA

I really mean it, wow! I’m not one for skin care really, I bought this on a whim. But having just used it for the first time, my skin just feels healthier, it’s so much cleaner and brighter. If that’s on one use, I can’t wait to try it again…

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21 March 2024Lara
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Lovely to use in the evening

Originally posted on ESPA

I really love using this oil cleansing before bed. It feels really nourishing on my skin. I also like that the bottle glass rather than plastic.

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15 February 2024Louise
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fantastic

Originally posted on ESPA

wasn't quite sure about trying this cleanser as I have a spot prone skin that can get oily but also slightly dry & irritated but my normal balancing wash was out of stock , i have to say i absolutely love it , my skin has been lovely since using it & no spots at all , it takes off every bit of makeup , definitely my new favourite

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31 December 2023Zoe
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Fantastic

Originally posted on ESPA

I recently brought and it feels amazing on my skin leaves it soft and really does get rid of mascara and my makeup. Lovely texture and smell my new go to

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31 December 2023N
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Easy to use

Originally posted on ESPA

I have used foam cleansers before and now this new oil cleanser. I do like them all but i find this oil one to be easier to use. It doesnt run down my face or end up on the sleeves of my clothes. I quickly noticed my pores looked less dirty. My skin looked the perfect shine after. My face feels very soft, all day. I would get this product again and would recommend it for those who dont like runny cleansers.

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14 December 2023Alex
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Nice new product

Originally posted on ESPA

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] disclaimer: I have received this as free product sample The cleansing range of ESPA keeps impressing, and this product is no exception. Liked sensation of purification and hydration.

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08 December 2023RVWR27
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Optimal Skin Cleansing Oil

Originally posted on ESPA

The oil is light, not too heavy, no discernible smell and emulsifies well. Can be removed with or without a cloth. Removes makeup well too and doesn’t sting eyes. The glass bottle is a nice touch too. Only a little needed each time so a bottle will last a while. Does not upset my sensitive skin.

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08 December 2023ST
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Impressive!

Originally posted on ESPA

An impressive addition to ESPA's cleansing range! Removes all long-lasting and waterproof make-up, leaving my skin fabulously clean and comfortable.

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