Thank You Farmer Pollufree 5.5 pH-Balancing Cleansing Foam Cleanser 120ml

Thank You Farmer Pollufree 5.5 pH-Balancing Cleansing Foam is a clinically tested, barrier-safe facial cleanser engineered around two core principles: maintaining the skin’s natural slightly acidic pH of 5.5, and removing fine dust and urban pollution without compromising the moisture barrier. The result is a cleanser that delivers a thorough, deeply satisfying cleanse while leaving skin noticeably more hydrated — not tight, stripped, or sensitised — after every wash.

• Perilla Frutescens Leaf Extract at 10,000ppm is THANK YOU FARMER’s patented hero ingredient and the defining active of the entire Pollufree line. The brand sources its Perilla — a traditional Korean herb also known as Korean Sesame or Kkaennip — exclusively from farms in Gyeongsangbuk Province, South Korea, where it is cultivated in controlled natural environments by local farmers. Perilla leaves are particularly rich in Rosmarinic Acid, Luteolin, Apigenin, and Alpha-Linolenic Acid (Omega-3). Together these compounds deliver powerful antioxidant protection against oxidative stress caused by fine dust and urban pollutants, broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory action that soothes reactive and sensitised skin, and oil-water balance regulation that helps normalise both dry and oily skin types. The 10,000ppm concentration positions Perilla Extract as a meaningful functional active rather than a token botanical addition.
• The 100% coconut-derived amino acid surfactant system — comprising Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI), Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate (SMCT), Potassium Cocoate, and Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate — is deliberately formulated without sulfates (SLS, SLES, ALS, ALES). This quartet of mild, biodegradable cleansers creates a rich micro-foam that effectively removes fine dust particles, excess sebum, makeup residue, and environmental pollutants while maintaining the skin’s acid mantle at pH 5.5. The slightly acidic pH is critical: the skin’s natural barrier functions optimally between pH 4.5–5.5, and cleansers with higher pH (typical of traditional soaps and many sulfate-based products) temporarily disrupt this balance, weakening barrier function, increasing transepidermal water loss, and creating conditions favourable to bacterial overgrowth. By matching the skin’s natural pH, this cleanser preserves barrier integrity with every wash. Clinical testing confirms it removes 98.91% of fine dust particles in a single cleansing.
• Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is included as a low-molecular-weight form that penetrates beyond the skin surface during the brief cleansing window, depositing hydration into the deeper skin layers and leaving a perceptible post-cleanse moisture boost — clinically validated at a 9.69% increase in skin moisture content after use.
• Beta-Glucan and Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) provide complementary post-cleanse barrier support. Beta-Glucan forms a protective moisture film on the skin surface, delivers anti-inflammatory calming, and aids barrier repair after cleansing. Fructooligosaccharides are prebiotic saccharides that support the balance of the skin microbiome — the community of beneficial bacteria on the skin’s surface that is a key component of healthy barrier function.
• Laminaria Japonica (Brown Seaweed) Extract contributes Fucoidan — a marine polysaccharide with demonstrated antioxidant, anti-pollution, and moisture-binding properties — providing an additional layer of protection against environmental stressors that a daily cleanser encounters.
• Houttuynia Cordata Extract (Korean Heartleaf) is one of the most studied Korean herbal actives for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Rich in Quercetin and Hyperoside, it delivers anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and sebum-regulating effects that make this cleanser particularly well-suited for skin that is both prone to congestion and easily irritated.
• Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root/Leaf Extract is among the most effective soothing botanicals available. Its high mucilage polysaccharide content forms a protective film over the skin surface, delivering immediate relief to reactive skin while binding moisture to the cleansed surface.
• Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract, and Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Fruit Extract complete the 9-botanical complex, collectively delivering layered antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and pore-refining support across all skin types.
• Hydrogenated Lecithin is a skin-identical phospholipid that reinforces the cleansed skin barrier by replenishing the lipid components naturally removed during washing, ensuring the skin feels smooth and nourished rather than depleted after rinsing.

The formula is dermatologically tested, non-irritating, and suitable for daily use for all skin types including sensitive, dry, oily, and combination skin.

How to Use:

• Wet hands and face with lukewarm water.
• Squeeze a small amount onto the palm and mix with water to create a rich micro-foam.
• Massage gently and thoroughly over the face and neck.
• Rinse completely with lukewarm water and pat dry.
• Use morning and/or evening as the first step of your skincare routine.