+ earn $15 in Skin Type Cash
#5 The Cleanser
Is this right for my skin?
Not sure if this product is right for your Baumann Skin Type®? Take the quiz to find out and get up to 20% off your custom routine.
Take the quiz Finish the quizRight for your skin type
Nothing in this product works against any of your four letters, so it is safe for your skin type.
Not recommended for your sensitivity
The StoryReveal unbridled clarity and radiance. Inspiring brilliance in balance, #5 The Cleanser is a potent gel formulation that thoroughly cleanses and rejuvenates skin.
Authorized retailer
We hold a direct account with Rationale. Every unit is authentic, in date, and stored properly.
Free shipping over $49 · easy returns
Ships in 1 to 2 business days. 30 days to return anything unopened.
Earn $15 Skin Type Cash
Spend it on any future order. Up to 10% back on bestsellers.
Approved for Baumann Skin Types
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 10
- 11
- 12
Approved for 8 of the 16 Baumann Skin Types, and not for the Allergic sensitive subtype. Dr. Baumann reviews every product against all 16 types before it goes on the site.
What it is and what it does
The Story
Reveal unbridled clarity and radiance.
Inspiring brilliance in balance, #5 The Cleanser is a potent gel formulation that thoroughly cleanses and rejuvenates skin.
A nightly cleansing ritual to refine texture and restore skin clarity.
The Promise
• Gently cleanses to remove surface debris and alleviate skin congestion
• Skin feels more hydrated, improving improve skin tone and texture
• Promotes skin brilliance
• Purifies and rebalances skin for enhanced skin clarity
The Ritual
Massage cleanser over dry or damp skin. Rinse thoroughly with tepid water.
Follow with your RATIONALE Essential Six formulations for night.
The Research
Complexion health, vitality and beauty are highly dependent upon the acidic pH of the Stratum Corneum, the skin’s outermost layer.
Skin protects itself from the breakdown of its connective tissues) by upregulating enzymes that assist in collagen and elastin connective tissue synthesis. These enzymes require acidic surface conditions to function optimally.
Breakouts, premature ageing, pigmentation and other signs of environmental damage can occur when the skin is too alkaline (the opposite of acidic).
A nightly cleanse with a complex of hydroxy acids, phospholipids and amino acids can assist in gently recalibrating skin pH back to a healthy, acidic state, helping to restore clarity and firmness.
Who it is for
Approved for 8 of the 16 Baumann Skin Types, and not for the Allergic sensitive subtype.
Key ingredients

Glycerin (Glycerol) is the best natural moisturizing ingredient to hydrate skin quickly. May give products a sticky feel.

Anti redness exfoliant that gets thru skin oil to remove blackheads. Calms acne and rosacea. Loved by oily skin types.

Oil absorbing mineral that helps reduce skin shine

Combines with fatty acids and cholesterol to repair skin barrier
Full ingredient list
Product type and skin type data
| Brand | Rationale |
|---|---|
| Product type | Facial Cleanser |
| Approved Baumann Skin Types | OSPT, OSPW, ORNW, ORPW, ORNT, OSNT, OSNW, ORPT |
| Recommended for these sensitivities | Acne, Redness, Stinging |
Frequently bought together
Dr. Baumann pairs these together.
Reviews
Not sure it suits your skin? Take the quiz to find your Baumann Skin Type. Find my skin type




