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Cleanse stepFor hyperpigmentation
Dermatologist formulatedParaben-freeFragrance free

Clabane Exfoliate & Refine Kojic Acid Cleansing Bar

A gentle exfoliating cleanser that supports a clearer, more even-looking complexion — the first step of a tone-focused routine.

Recommended for

  • The Cleanse step of a tone-focused routine
  • Normal, combination or oily skin
  • Working on the look of dark marks and uneven tone
  • Gentle daily exfoliation, on the face or body
  • Preparing skin for treatment serums

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A boxed cleansing bar product on a clean white studio background. The package is black with orange side panels and a gold leaf graphic, with the brand name CLABANE and product text 'KOJIC ACID CLEANSING BAR' visible.
Clabane Exfoliate & Refine Kojic Acid Cleansing Bar140 g Sale priceKSh 1,950

Is this right for your skin?

Tell us what's on your mind — we'll be honest about whether it's a good fit.

What are you working on?
How does your skin behave?
Understanding

Why it works

"Why does this actually help my skin?"

Clabane Exfoliate & Refine Kojic Acid Cleansing Bar is a tone-supporting cleanser — the Cleanse step of a routine focused on the look of uneven tone and dark marks. It suits normal, combination and oily skin, and can be used morning and evening, on the face or body.

Dead-skin buildup can make dark marks and uneven tone look more noticeable. This bar gently cleanses and lifts away daily buildup while supporting a clearer, more even-looking complexion — and it prepares skin for the treatment steps that follow.

Formulated with kojic acid, traditionally derived from fermented rice, alongside gentle exfoliating and cleansing ingredients, it was designed to support a clearer, more even-looking complexion as the first step of a tone-focused routine.

Kojic Acid

Kojic Acid

Tone support

A tone-supporting ingredient, traditionally derived from fermented rice, used to help improve the look of uneven tone and dark marks with consistent use.

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It works gradually and gently as part of a routine — tone support is about consistency, not intensity.
Glutathione

Glutathione

Tone Support

A naturally occurring tripeptide antioxidant composed of three vital amino acids: cysteine, glutamic acid, and glycine.

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It protects structural skin cells from oxidative damage while actively intercepting the chemical pathways that trigger stubborn hyperpigmentation and melasma.
Understanding

Designed for African skin

Melanin-rich skin is more prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation — the marks left after irritation or blemishes. That is exactly why a tone-focused cleanse should be gentle: clearing buildup without over-stripping, so skin stays comfortable while a consistent routine supports a more even-looking complexion.
Understanding

How to use it

"Where does it go, and how do I apply it?"

  1. You are hereStep 1

    Cleanse

  2. Step 2

    Treat

  3. Step 3

    Protect

Applying it

  • Use once or twice daily, on the face or body. (Notes: "Once or twice daily · face and body")
  • Massage gently onto damp skin, then rinse — avoid harsh scrubbing. (Notes)
  • Follow with your treatment serum, and in the morning, sunscreen.
Confidence

What to realistically expect

"Am I being told the truth about results?"

  1. First few days

    Most skin tolerates it once or twice daily. If it feels tight, dry, or irritated, reduce to once a day or every other day, and always pair with daily sunscreen.

  2. Early on

    Skin should feel clean and smooth — fresher-looking, not stripped or tight.

  3. Then

    With consistent use, skin looks clearer and more even as daily buildup is kept in check and treatment steps absorb better.

  4. With continued use

    Over months, gentle daily exfoliation within a consistent tone-focused routine supports a more even-looking complexion. The cleanser is the first step, not the whole result.

  5. Long-term success depends on
    • Consistency
    • Gentle use, no harsh scrubbing
    • Pairing with treatment steps + daily sunscreen
    • Time

What this does not promise

  • It supports the look of even tone — it does not lighten or bleach skin
  • A cleanser preps and supports; it does not correct tone on its own
  • It does not fade dark marks quickly
  • As a rinse-off step, the treatment steps do the heavier lifting
Confidence

Things to watch out for (Kojic Bar)

"What should I watch out for?"

Use with extra care alongside

Introduce gently and don't combine it with several other strong exfoliating or tone actives at once. Exfoliation and tone actives can increase sun sensitivity, so pair with daily sunscreen.

When to stop

If you experience persistent stinging, burning, redness, peeling, or irritation, reduce frequency or stop use and seek professional guidance.

Confidence

From the dermatologist

"What does the expert behind this actually teach?"

For customers focused on post-blemish marks or uneven-looking tone, consistency matters more than intensity. A routine that combines gentle cleansing, tone-supporting ingredients, moisturizer, and daily sunscreen often provides the best long-term support.
Support

Questions people still ask

Do I need sunscreen every day?
Yes. Use sunscreen every morning as the last step in your skincare routine, especially when using exfoliating acids, retinoids, vitamin C, or tone-focused products.
Is this a bleaching product?
No. Clabane does not promote whitening, bleaching, or changing natural skin tone. The goal is healthy-looking, even-looking skin.
Can skincare remove dark spots?
Skincare can help improve the look of uneven tone and post-blemish marks over time, especially when paired with daily sunscreen. It cannot guarantee complete removal.

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The full formula

Caprylyl Glycol, Glutathione, Chondrus crispus (Carrageenan), Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Deionized Water, Ethylhexyglycerin, Glycerin, Kojic Acid, Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil, Mineral Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Vitamin C, Xanthan Gum

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