Spectro Cleansers FAQ

Ask Spectro About Spectro Cleansers

Where can I use Spectro® cleansers?
Spectro® cleansers are gentle enough for daily use and can be used on your face, hands, and entire body.
Are Spectro® cleansers available outside Canada?
Not at this time. Spectro® cleansers were developed in Canada, by a Canadian pharmacist to meet the needs of his customers. At this time Spectro cleansers are available for purchase only in Canada.
What do the ingredients in Spectro Jel® and Spectro Derm® do?
Spectro® cleansers contain surfactants, moisturizers, preservatives, binding agents, pH modifers, and purified water:
  • Surfactants works to penetrate into the pores and gently lift and surround bacteria, dirt and excess oil away from the skin for easy removal.
  • Spectro® Cleansers contain a silicone class surfactant, dimethicone, that acts to gently remove debris, oil, and microorganisms with minimal disruption to the skin's natural moisture barrier.
  • Moisturizers, both emollients and humectants, help restore water to the skin and help revitalize the damaged skin barrier. Preservatives protect the product against bacterial growth. Binding agents hold the formulation together and are designed to work optimally with the other ingredients. pH Modifiers control the pH of the product.
Why is ‘Fragrance Free’ important?
‘Fragrance Free’ means that there are no additional scents / perfumes added to the product as fragrance can be a potentially irritating ingredient to your skin.
How do I use Spectro® cleansers?
Apply the Spectro® cleanser to dry or wet skin. It is important to gently rub in a circular motion for 30 seconds to maximize the removal of dead skin cells, oil, dirt, makeup and bacteria. Rinse away Spectro and the dirt etc. with warm (not hot) water or wipe it off with a tissue.
Who can use Spectro® cleansers, and which Spectro® product is right for me?
Spectro® cleansers are ideal for the delicate skin of babies and for all members of the family. Spectro Jel® is designed for oily to normal skin and is great for sensitive, problem prone skin affected by acne, rosacea, and tender skin (e.g. mild diaper rash). Spectro Derm® is designed for dry and/or aging skin and is suitable for dry skin, dermatitis, eczema, sun damaged and mature skin.
Why are Spectro® cleansers non-foaming?
Certain ingredients in cleanser formulations act as surfactants which work to penetrate into the pores and gently lift and surround bacteria, dirt and excess oil away from the skin for easy removal. Spectro cleansers are non-foaming because they use a silicone class surfactant, dimethicone, which helps provide a deep clean with minimal disruption to the skin's natural moisture barrier. Spectro cleansers do not contain sodium lauryl sulphate a common surfactant which has foaming properties, as this is a potentially irritating ingredient on skin.
How often should I use Spectro® cleansers?
Use everyday in the morning and at night. In the morning to remove dead skin and bacteria, and in the evening to remove dirt, oil and makeup providing hydration to the skin.
What is the difference between Spectro Jel® and Spectro Derm®?
Spectro Jel® has been designed for oily to normal skin. Spectro Derm® contains extra moisturizers to assist with rehydrating and moisturizing dry and/or aging skin.