
Pelican Deitanseki Peat & Charcoal Clay Facial Bar Soap 100g
Charcoal-and-clay Japanese facial bar soap for oil control and a deep, refreshed clean.
- From JapanJP-Direct
- AuthenticVerified
- 10–14 daysDelivery
A charcoal-and-clay facial bar that draws out excess oil and impurities for a refreshed, deep-clean feel.
About this product
Deitanseki is a peat-and-charcoal facial bar in Pelican's soap lineup, reformulated with 2.5x more charcoal and 2x more clay than the previous version for stronger oil-absorbing cleansing, finished with a refreshing Japanese hinoki scent. It's dermatologist skin-irritation tested and RSPO-certified for sustainable palm sourcing.
How to use
- Wet face with lukewarm water.
- Rub the bar between wet hands or a foaming net to build a rich lather.
- Gently wash the face with the foam, focusing on oily areas like the T-zone.
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
- Follow with your regular moisturizer.
Ingredients
- Peat (Deitan) — mineral-rich natural material valued for its absorbent, purifying properties in cleansing.
- Charcoal (Sumi) — increased in this formula versus the previous version, used for its adsorptive cleansing action on excess oil and impurities.
- Clay (Doro) — increased in this formula, helps draw out surface impurities during wash-off.
- Hinoki (Japanese Cypress) Essential Oil — domestic Japanese cypress oil that lends a refreshing, woody scent.
FAQ
Is this soap good for oily or congested skin?
The increased charcoal and clay content is designed to help absorb excess oil and surface impurities, making it a good fit for those who want a deeper-feeling cleanse.
Does it smell strongly of charcoal?
No — it's scented with a refreshing domestic Japanese hinoki (cypress) essential oil blend.
Is it gentle enough for sensitive skin?
It's skin-irritation patch tested, but those with very sensitive or reactive skin should still patch test first.
🇺🇸 For US customers
Charcoal-clay cleansing bars are a J-beauty staple prized on r/AsianBeauty for effective, low-fuss deep cleaning — this Pelican Soap version adds a refined hinoki cypress scent that sets it apart from typical activated-charcoal soaps.