Organi - Cleanser and Toner

About a month ago I was contacted by GS Cosmetics (the only official distributors in NSW for Organi) to meet with them about the Organi and to review a product - Organi Cleanser and Toner.

Note - this review reflects my own opinions and is not influenced by receiving a free product.

Photo from the GS Cosmetics website - click here

Here is some information about the brand -

• At least 80% of the products are made from organic products
• Australian made and owned
• No animal testing
• High end / luxury product - high quality and mainly natural products
• They let the product speak for itself, therefore no celebrity endorsements
• Hypoallergenic
• New product lines include; Anti Aging and Balancing Brightening (in stores only)

How to use -
"Apply a small amount on fingertips and gently massage the face in circular motions, and rinse well with water. Use morning and evening. For best results follow with Organi Day Cream or Night cream."

Product size -
200mL

Price - lowest to highest as at 23 December 2013

• GS Cosmetics - AU$94.95 (NSW only)
• The Mineral Miracle - AU$119.95 (everywhere except NSW metro)
• Organi Website - AU$120.00

Locations - click for map and exact store locations
They have opened a store rather than a kiosk in Westfield Parramatta.
Otherwise, check these Westfields for Kiosks - Sydney (Pitt St) and there are two at Bondi Junction.

Initial thoughts -
I was sceptical about having a cleanser and toner in one. I really like having a cleanser that makes my face feel squeaky clean (it took me a while to get use to my Cetaphil when I was using it) and then using a nice refreshing toner to balance my skin before my serum followed by a moisturiser. I also felt that if I had to pay for this myself, I probably wouldn't buy it unless it was on sale as it's just too expensive for my budget.

Pros -

• Very gentle on your skin. If you like a gentle cleanser and do not like the squeaky clean tight feel you will like this product. Also, if you have sensitive or dry skin this cleanser and toner will be perfect for you. On the flip side, if you have oily/normal skin you will also be pleased. The product doesn't strip away all your natural oils that are keeping your skin supple instead, it removes the dirt and adds natural oils and skin healing ingredients.  
• A little goes a long way. You only need a pea size amount to cleanse your face and neck.
• Clear container, so you see when you're running low. This would also be good for travelling as the container shape is quite slim.
• Nice smell. It kind of has almost no smell... just a faint hint of cinnamon. Yum.
• I think the combined cleanser and toner work well in this product because it's so gentle and natural it can cleanse and tone at the same time because it's not stripping out all the oils in your skin so it essentially balancing at the same time. Hope that made sense.

Cons -

• For me the price is a bit of a killer. I do like the fact that it's an Australia brand, there's no testing on animals and it's organic but at the end of the day, I can't afford a high end cleanser. The product would last me approximately 4 to 4 and a 1/2 months. I have been using it for a month, twice a day so far.
• I really like the squeaky clean feel so this isn't really a cleanser and toner for me. There's also no foaming action which I like. The GS Cosmetic manager did tell me that the foaming action is due to a chemical reaction and that the same foaming reaction is found in other harsh products such as washing powders etc, but I really, really like the foaming action. I think it's just something I'm use to.
• If you're use to having your cleanser and toner separate, it may take you a while to become use to this 2 in 1 product.
• Due to the gentleness of the cleanser, I found that it wasn't great in removing waterproof and long lasting make up. You'll probably need to use a make up remover wipe, or an oil cleanser first.
• There's no flip top lid and the lid isn't flat. This is a really minor point, but I like being able to stand a product upside down to ensure I'm using everything up. You can stand it upside down to ensure it all sinks down to the opening, but it is slightly domed and can fall over if not sitting between other containers. Also, the lid is a screw top so it's not a one hand open and close. Small points, but good for convenience.

Final thoughts -
If you are looking for an organic, hypoallergenic, gentle, 2 in 1 cleanser and toner, against animal testing, Australian owned and made, luxury product then this is the product for you.  

Useful websites -
GS Cosmetics Organi Cleanser and Toner
Organi Website Organi Cleanser and Toner
The Mineral Miracle Organi Cleanser and Toner

Laters,
Ivy

Update 27 December 2013

If you would like to read my review on the Organi - Honey Peel please click here.