What it is:A unique, mineral-based cleanser in a concentrated powder form.What it is formulated to do:Bare Escentuals presents a revolutionary concept in cleansing with RareMinerals(TM) Renew & Reveal Cleanser. It gently cleanses, exfoliates, and nourishes skin back to its natural radiance for deeply purified, baby-soft skin. When water-activated, it releases the benefits of our exclusive skin-renewing 100% pure RareMinerals(TM), healthy antioxidants and soothing botanicals to reveal fresher, smoother, and more radiant skin. What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Petro-Chemicals- Phthalates What else you need to know:Renew & Reveal Facial Cleanser contains no drying detergents, harsh abrasives, or other skin-irritating chemicals and is ideal for all skin types and conditions.