When it comes to skincare, gentleness is often mistaken for ineffectiveness. But in reality, the most effective products are the ones that support your skin’s natural function—rather than trying to override it.
That’s the philosophy behind CRUDE. Our Cleanse and Wash aren’t just gentle—they’re certified Microbiome-Friendly for both adult and infant skin. That means they’re proven to support the skin’s protective barrier and flora at every age and stage—from delicate newborn skin to the ever-evolving needs of adult skin.
We formulated these essentials with the entire family in mind. Whether you’re dealing with baby bath time, postpartum skin shifts, or sensitive, breakout-prone adult skin, Cleanse and Wash are designed to nourish the skin without stripping away what keeps it healthy and resilient in the first place.
This isn’t just skincare marketing—it’s science-backed. Gary Darmstadt, MD, a physician and global health researcher at Stanford, has studied the effects of microbiome-supportive care and sunflower oil on infant health in low-resource settings. His research showed that applying sunflower oil to newborn skin can reduce infection, strengthen the skin barrier, and even improve survival rates.
These findings point to something we’ve believed for years: the skin is smarter than we think, and when we work with it instead of against it, it heals, protects, and thrives.
That’s why we created the Defoam Your Biome Kit—a simple, three-step routine that includes Cleanse, Wash, and Pull, our super-soft cleansing cloths. Together, they form a holistic, microbiome-friendly ritual for the skin—no harsh surfactants, no synthetic disruptors, no unnecessary fluff. Just whole-body care that works in harmony with your body’s natural ecosystems—safe and effective for every member of the family.
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