Brickell
Brickell Purifying Charcoal Face Wash for Men
Brickell's signature activated charcoal face wash with olive oil, jojoba, aloe and tea extracts; sold scented or unscented.
Who it's for: Oily, dry and sensitive skin (brand-listed)
- No scent flags recorded
- No sensitivity flags recorded
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Label answers before you buy
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Is Brickell Purifying Charcoal Face Wash for Men fragrance-free?
No fragrance-free claim has been recorded. The ingredient list hasn't been reviewed as a complete formula, so we can't confirm it has no scent ingredients.
Ingredient-origin notes (not vegan warnings)
- Glycerin: The name does not establish the feedstock. Plant, animal or synthetic sourcing requires supplier or manufacturer evidence. Origin reference
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How it compares
- Its label lists no scent ingredients, which is true of 24 of the 51 products in Gel, Foam & Cream Facial Cleansers with a recorded ingredient list.
What it is
Brickell Purifying Charcoal Face Wash is the brand’s signature cleanser. Brickell lists it for dry to sensitive skin and says it also suits oily skin. Brickell sells this in two versions: unscented, and scented with peppermint, eucalyptus and lemongrass essential oils. They’re separate listings on Amazon, so check which one you’re buying.
Key ingredients
- Activated charcoal: Brickell says it lifts excess oil from pores without stripping moisture.
- Olive oil and jojoba: Plant oils that help keep skin from drying out.
- Aloe, rooibos, green and white tea: Hydrating and antioxidant ingredients.
How to use
Use morning and evening, or after a workout. Rub a grape-sized amount between your hands, massage over a wet face and rinse with warm water.
Who should be careful
Our recorded list is the scented version, which includes eucalyptus, peppermint and lemongrass oils. If you avoid scent, buy the unscented listing. Brickell notes it’s made in a facility that also handles nuts and gluten.
What the brand claims
Brickell says it controls oil and reduces breakouts without drying or irritating skin.
Sources
- https://brickellmensproducts.com/products/face-wash-for-men (checked 2026-10-23)
We have not tested this product.
What's on the label
| Category | Gel, Foam & Cream Facial Cleansers |
|---|---|
| Brand | Brickell |
| Size | 3.4 oz and 8 oz |
| Versions | Scented or unscented |
| When to use | Morning and evening |
| Key ingredients | Activated charcoal, olive oil, jojoba, aloe, green and white tea |
| Brand says it suits | dry, sensitive, oily skin |
| Fragrance | No scent glossary matches recorded |
| Vegan evidence | Vegan status not confirmed. Evidence and limits |
| Worth knowing | No scent or sensitivity flags recorded |
| Full ingredient list | Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Leaf Juice), Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos), Olea Europaea (Olive Oil), Glycerin, Emulsifying Wax, Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba Oil), Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE), Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea Extract), Activated Charcoal, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea Extract), Usnea spp. (Lichen Extract), Salix Alba (White Willow Bark Extract), Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B-5), Calophyllum Inophyllum (Tamanu Oil), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Ester), Citric acid, Xanthan Gum, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Oil, Cymbopogon Flexuosus (Lemongrass) Oil No specific flag recorded Context matters Scent ingredient Sensitivity consideration Linked ingredients are explained in our ingredient glossary. |
| Source | Brand's own product page Checked |
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Common questions
Is there an unscented version?
Yes. Brickell sells it scented or unscented.
Which skin types is it for?
Brickell lists dry to sensitive skin and says it also suits oily skin.
How often should I use it?
Morning and evening.