*It is a soft ,water free cleanser that transforms into a gentle , foaming cleanser when u work it up between your palms with a bit of water * It is made up of Australian Pink clay,strawberry seed oil and a very gentle surfactant.the clay is great for acneprone, sensitive skin.Draws out toxins and fights acne gently. *Combine this facial cleanser with other body care products from Olive Shower to form a great traveller's package * It is to be used as you would use any foaming facial cleanser *No water, no microbes would last almost a year, if kept in cool and dry. place