Dermaharmony 2% Pyrithione Zinc Liquid Cleanser 4 fl oz — pH 6.2 Non‑Soap, Tea Tree Scented Gentle Multi‑Use Wash

Dermaharmony 2% Pyrithione Zinc Liquid Cleanser is a non-soap, multi-use 4 fl oz wash formulated for gentle cleansing with a stabilizing 6.2 pH and Tea Tree aroma.

This lightweight liquid alternative to a bar soap combines an antifungal/antimicrobial active with mild plant-derived surfactants to cleanse skin, hair, or be used for shaving. It was crafted to rinse clean without overdrying, featuring a shower-friendly tea tree scent from Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil and a formula that performs well in both soft and hard water.

How does this liquid cleanser differ from a castile or bar soap?

This 2% pyrithione zinc liquid is thinner than traditional castile and pours smoothly from a larger-disc cap, making it easier to dose for different uses. The formulation focuses on mild, biodegradable surfactants rather than harsh sulfates, producing a gentle lather that rinses away clean.

• Liquid texture for controlled dispensing and easy dilution for shampoo or shave.
• Lauryl glucoside and sodium lauroamphoacetate for mild, plant-based cleansing.
• Free from sulfates, PEGs, parabens, formaldehyde releasers, and dyes.
• pH balanced near skin-friendly levels (about 6.2) to minimize stripping.

Can I use this as a face wash, shampoo, and shaving soap?

Yes — the product is designed as a versatile non-soap cleanser suitable for the face, hair, and for wet shaving. Its gentle surfactant system and conditioning additives make it adaptable for multiple grooming steps while maintaining a non-drying finish.

• Face: gentle lather for daily cleansing without heavy residue.
• Hair: use as a mild shampoo concentrate or diluted for light cleansing.
• Shaving: creates a sudsy surface suitable for wet shaving when worked into the skin.
• Leaves a light tea tree scent from Melaleuca leaf oil.

What are the active and key inactive ingredients, and why they matter?

The active ingredient is 2% pyrithione zinc, an ingredient widely used in topical washes. Inactive components are chosen for biodegradability, mildness, and skin compatibility, from plant-derived surfactants to aloe and preservative systems that support shelf life.

• Active: 2% pyrithione zinc for its targeted topical cleansing role.
• Surfactants: lauryl glucoside, sodium lauroamphoacetate, lauramine oxide for gentle foaming and cleaning.
• Conditioners and moisturizers: cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, aloe leaf juice for a softer feel.
• Preservation and scent: phenoxyethanol plus Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil (tea tree).

How does this formula perform in different water types and sensitive skin situations?

The cleanser is formulated to work reliably across a wide range of water hardness and pH conditions, maintaining functionality and foam stability. It is oil-free and non-comedogenic, and inactive ingredients meet Whole Foods premium body care standards for those seeking cleaner ingredient profiles.

• Stable in hard and soft water, retaining cleansing performance.
• Designed to avoid pore-clogging oils and heavy emollients.
• Free of sulfates, lanolin, parabens, MPGs, and dyes for a cleaner label.
• Manufactured in the USA by DermaHarmony in Northern New England.

Who is this for? This liquid wash is suited for people who want a gentle, multi-purpose cleanser that can replace a bar soap for face, hair, and shaving needs — especially those seeking a plant-forward ingredient list and a neutral-to-mild tea tree scent. It fits daily routines for users who prefer a pourable bottle, need a non-comedogenic option, or live where water hardness varies and still expect consistent rinsing and lather performance.

Ingredients

Water, Lauryl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Pyrithione Zinc, Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide, Sodium Chloride, Lauramine Oxide, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Soyethyl Morpholinium Ethosulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice