Skip to product information
1 of 7

Violet Water Treatment Tonic

Violet Water Treatment Tonic

2% BHA Clarifying Treatment Tonic

Regular price £38.00
Regular price Sale price £38.00
 | 100ml
Sale Sold out

With 2% Salicylic Acid, Colloidal Silver, Pro-Vit D3, Yuzu & Violet Willow

CLEARING - EXFOLIATING - BRIGHTENING

A purifying exfoliating treatment tonic, containing 31 actives, to support, clear and brighten congested skin. Helps unclog pores and reduce the appearance of blemishes to keep skin clearer, calmer, brighter and nurtured, revealing a healthier-looking complexion.

Up to 35% reduction in blemishes after 2 weeks 

58% after 4 weeks

98% reduction of c.acne bacteria*

* see trials below

Best for

Congested, hormonal or oily skins, or during warmer months to keep skin clear and bright.

Key benefits

Targets the five key concerns associated with oily, blemish prone skin, and much more...

  1. Reduces blemish count (anti-bacterial, exfoliation, reduction in sebum)
  2. Reduces redness and inflammation.
  3. Helps reduce excess sebum production.
  4. Supports and encourages the natural repair and regeneration process to reduce scaring.
  5. Boosts healthy micro-biome.

Key actives

2% Salicylic AcidViolet Willow Extract & Yuzu gently exfoliate and unclog pores to help visibly clear and brighten.

Algaktiv, proven to out-perform EGF to repair skin.

Colloidal Silver & Prebiotics help prevent blemishes and support a healthy skin micro-biome.

Pro-Vitamin D3 & B5 nurture, condition and support barrier function.

Micro-Plankton Complex balances excess sebum production for a clearer, fresher complexion.

Gardenia & Jenipa Americana Fruit extract provide anti-oxidant protection to help prevent sebum oxidation.

MSM, Allantoin, Horse Chestnut & Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid (the active ingredient in oats), calm and soothe.

Awards & press

Marie Claire UK Skin Awards 2023 - Best product for acne-prone skin.

Hip & Healthy Beauty Awards 2024 - Best for Oily Skin - Silver

Smell and feel

Fragrance free but with a natural scent of fruits and rose.

How to use

Shake before use. Swipe onto cleansed face in the evening, avoiding eye area and broken skin. Do not rinse. A slight tingling may be experienced. Use nightly or every other night depending on skin congestion. A patch test is recommended before use.
Store away from direct sunlight and heat. Colour can vary.

CAUTION: Discontinue use if severe irritation occurs. Avoid direct eye contact, rinse with water if contact occurs. Contains BHA and AHAs which can cause irritation and make skin more sensitive to UV. Use a daily sunscreen. Contains Silver. Do not use if allergic to silver.

Ingredients

Rosa Damascena Flower Water*, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Aqua (Water), Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water, Dimethyl Sulfone (MSM), Salicylic Acid, Glycerin, Sodium Lactate, Panthenol (Provitamin B5), Trehalose, Salix Daphnoides (Violet Willow) Bud/Leaf/Stem Extract, Inulin, Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Opuntia Ficus-Indica (Prickly Pear) Stem Extract, Colloidal Silver, Glutamic Acid, 7-Dehydrocholesterol (Provitamin D3), Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Fruit Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Allantoin, Betaine, Gluconolactone, Sodium PCA, PCA, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Lysine, Threonine, Arginine, Proline, Ascorbyl (Vitamin C) Palmitate, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate, Genipa Americana Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Pentylene Glycol, Octyldodecanol, Potassium Sorbate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Citric Acid, Maltodextrin, Lactic Acid.
*Organic ingredient.

View full details

Intentional Nutrients

  • Azeloglicina

    A derivative of azelaic acid used for it's brightening effects due to its ability to reduce the appearance of dark spots and hyper-pigmentation. It's effective in managing acne due to its anti-inflammatory properties and ability to reduce redness. It is also a mild exfoliant, keeping pores clear, without being acidic which can damage the barrier function.

  • Betaine

    A key amino acid, and known for its role in aiding digestion and supporting liver function. Topically, Betaine is a wonderful moisturizer, hydrator and soothing nutrient. It is also known to reinforce the skin's natural barrier function, helping to prevent water loss and protect against environmental stressors.

  • Colloidal Silver

    Colloidal Silver

    A suspension of tiny silver particles with strong anti-microbial and anti-bacterial benefits to help clear and reduce c.acnes bacteria in blemish prone skin and minor skin infections. It is also an anti-inflammatory.

  • Horse Chestnut

    Horse Chestnut

    Extracted from a very British native tree, Horse Chestnut extract provides fantastic anti-inflammatory and cell protective benefits. Its main compound is escin, which helps strengthen capillary walls, promotes cell renewal and micro-circulation.

  • MSM

    Our founding mineral and the most bio-available form of sulphur, it is used in over 140 components in the body, including collagen, keratin, glutathione production and is a wonderful anti-inflammatory. Proven reduction of fine lines, helps conditions from acne and eczema to leaky gut syndrome, damaged joints, arthritis, osteoporosis and psoriasis.

  • Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract

    Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract

    An organic cactus also known as Pricky Pear. Rich in highly anti-oxidant Piscidic Acid and Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 & C, blocks the release of stress markers from nerve cells to calm irritated skin while providing soothing & firming benefits.

  • OSKIA AMINO ACID BLEND

    Our bespoke blend of healthy-boosting amino acids helps support barrier function for super smooth, hydrated and healthy skin. It contains Alanine, Arginine, Betaine, Glycine, Lysine, Proline, Serine & Threonine.

  • Prebiotic Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide

    OSKIA use a powerful, patented, prebiotic complex, a combination of Inulin (from Chicory Root) and Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide (from natural sugars), proven to help maintain and support the skin's natural microflora by stimulating our beneficial microflora to the disadvantage to the hostile organism (targeted feeding) and maintaining the skin conditions necessary for the growth of useful organisms.

  • Salicylic acid

    is the key BHA (oil-soluble acids) which means it can penetrate through the sebum layer and help clear pores. It is also a wonderful anti-inflammatory as it modulates COX-1 enzymatic activity to decrease the formation of pro-inflammatory markers. It is often used to treat acne, warts and other skin infections. An excellent active for oily skin types.

  • SYMCALMINGREEN

    An anti-inflammatory and anti-itch active with fantastic anti-histaminic activity. It is the active chemical found in the soothing power of oats, which precisely targets the sensory perception of itchiness for fast-acting and long-lasting relief. The ingredient is concentrated at 5% dihydroavenanthramide D, a patented neuro-soothing agent that helps breaking prolonged itch-scratch cycle.

    (Source - oats)

  • SYNACTIN® AC

    is a synergistic blend addressing acne-affected skin problems. It modulates all five key anti-acne targets below and clinically proven to reduce the blemish size and count: Reduction of keratinization to help prevent pore blockage, Decreasing sebaceous gland activity, Controlling follicular bacterial overpopulation, Anti-inflammatory, Reducing post-inflammatory, hyperpigmentation

    (Source – organic synthesis from plant materials)

  • Violet Willow Extract

    Violet Willow Extract

    A botanical extract derived from the bark of willow trees, specifically the violet willow (Salix daphnoides) species that contains natural Salicylic Acis and used for its anti-inflammatory, exfoliating and anti-oxidant properties. Its exfoliating and anti-inflammatory properties can make it beneficial for managing acne-prone skin.

  • Vitamin E

    With anti-oxidant and calming properties, Vitamin E is beneficial in helping prevent the signs of premature ageing through protecting the skin from environmental pollution, protecting against UV radiation and powerful anti-inflammatory action.

  • Yuzu Juice

    Yuzu Juice

    has been used for hundreds of years by Japanese Geisha as the secret to their flawless skin. Rich in Vitamin C and a natural blend of AHA’s it helps brighten skin by gently exfoliating and slows down melanin production. Also offers anti-oxidant protection and skin soothing effect, calming redness and irritation.

  • Alanine

    One of the amino-acids used by OSKIA with wonderful calming properties to sooth irritated skin.

  • Algae

    Algae-derived ingredients in skincare is known for it's moisturizing, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. They can help hydrate the skin, improve its texture, and protect against environmental damage.

  • ALGAKTIV® BioSKN

    ALGAKTIV® BioSKN is a new, completely sustainable active isolated from the wall of microalgae that opens a new world of innovation potential by exploiting cell barrier compounds for skincare. In trials it is able to outperform epidermal growth factor (EGF) on primary keratinocytes growth and motility and demonstrates broad spectrum prebiotic and probiotic enhancing properties to support the skin’s all important microbiome. It is the ultimate superfood for skincare, delivering cellular energy while ensuring a holistic skin balance. New efficacy test data demonstrates that it is able to reduce sebum, reduce irritation and itching, and rebalance the skin microbiome hugely benefiting blemish prone skin.

  • Arginine

    An amino acids that helps improve skin hydration by enhancing the skin's natural moisture-retaining abilities. It can also support the skin's natural repair processes and improve overall skin health.

  • Glycine

    Glycine

    An amino acid involved in collagen production, essential for wound healing and maintaining skin's elasticity. Including glycine in skincare products can support the skin's ability to repair itself. Also has anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe and calm irritated skin, potentially reducing redness and discomfort.

  • Hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic Acid

    Hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic Acid

    The calming chemical found in colloidal oats. It is a fantastic soother and anti-itch active offering instant soothing and calming properties.

  • Lysine

    A key amino acid that plays a role in collagen synthesis, which is crucial for maintaining skin's elasticity and firmness. Can support barrier function, important for maintaining hydration and protecting against external irritants. Also has wound healing, antiviral and antioxidant properties.

  • Vitamin B5 (Panthenol)

    An excellent skin softener and conditioner providing suppleness and hydration to irritated skin or dry hair. Stimulates skin cellular proliferation and help tissue repair. It also protects the skin against sunburn and acts as a humectant, holding water within the product or attracting water from the environment.

  • Proline

    Proline

    A key amino acid and component in collagen production, helps maintain the skin's natural barrier function, essential for retaining moisture and protecting against environmental stressors. Its inclusion in skincare supports collagen synthesis and can also help minimise the appearance of scars by promoting proper tissue regeneration.

  • Serine

    Serine

    One of the 20 amino acids that are the building blocks of proteins in the body. Known for its moisturizing, barrier-supporting, anti-irritant, and skin-repairing properties. It plays a role in enhancing skin hydration and maintaining a healthy skin barrier.

  • Threonine

    Threonine

    An amino acid that Contributes to skin health through its involvement in protein synthesis and overall cellular function. Its properties make it an effective ingredient in skincare products for supporting skin barrier function, moisture retention and overall skin vitality.

1 of 0
Best product for acne prone skin - Marie Clare Awards
Best product for acne prone skin - Marie Clare Awards. Before and After photo Acne skin showing a dramatic improvement

CLINICAL RESULTS

Up to 35% reduction in blemishes after 2 weeks

Up to 58% after 4 weeks.

98% reduction of C.Acne bacteria after 4 weeks.

THE VIOLET WATER RANGE

is dedicated to the five skin concerns associated with oily, blemish-prone skin and inspired by the violet-coloured, sulphur-rich, healing waters of Ancient Sicily. Formulated with 35 actives that work in synergy to target these concerns:

  • Post-inflammatory pigmentation
  • Increased sebum production
  • Skin Micro-biome (both the good bacteria
    and harmful c.acnes)
  • Scarring
  • Blemish Count


*Independent clinical trials over 4 weeks on 30 subjects with oily/acne prone skin when using the complete Violet Water range. Aged 18-50. Mixed Fitzpatrick 1 - 6 (20% being Fitzpatrick 6). Mixed ethnicity.

FAQs

Who is this product recommended for?

This product is particularly suitable for oily and blemish-prone skin. Great for calming inflammation and purifying skin.

Is this product suitable for teenage skin?

This product is suitable for everyone experiencing blemishes due to hormonal changes, including puberty, monthly cycle, contraception and menopause, as well as oily skin types. It is suitable for young skin experiencing breakouts, under parental supervision, and can be used perfectly with the other products of this Violet Water range, or the Rest Day Range which is 'non-active' and suitable for young skins.

Is this product suitable for vegans?

No, this product is not suitable for vegans

Does this product contain parabens?

This product is FREE FROM any artificial chemicals, fragrances, preservative, colorants, petrochemicals, phthalates, DEA, TEA, sulphates or paraben

Is this product gluten-free?

This product is free from gluten and all traces of gluten.

Can this product be used during pregnancy?

The entire OSKIA range is suitable to use during pregnancy apart from our Super-R, MSM Bio-Plus, Lactoferrin+ & Vitamin E Bath Oil. OSKIA is a natural skincare range and we use a very small quantity of organic essential oils in our products to give them a very light but lovely fragrance. As the organic essential oils are in very small quantities, they are perfectly safe to use during this very special time. For your peace of mind, if thinking of trying any of our supplements, please do consult your General Practitioner first.

Once I open this product how long can I use it for?

This product can be used for up to 9 months after initial use.