"Pourquoi avoir choisi une formule en poudre plutôt qu’un nettoyant liquide ?"

La formule sèche est un choix à la fois historique et scientifique. Sans eau dans sa composition, la poudre reste parfaitement stable jusqu’au moment de l’usage. L’activation se fait uniquement au contact de l’eau, dans le creux de la main. Cela permet de préserver l’intégrité des ingrédients, de limiter les conservateurs et de proposer une formule concentrée, essentielle. C’est une approche inspirée des rituels anciens, repensée avec l’exigence contemporaine de naturalité et de tolérance — particulièrement adaptée aux peaux sensibles et sujettes aux sécheresses.

"Cette poudre convient-elle aux peaux sensibles ou réactives ?"

Oui. La formule repose sur des tensio-actifs doux d’origine végétale (cocoyl glutamate), reconnus pour nettoyer efficacement sans altérer le film hydrolipidique. L’absence d’agents détergents agressifs limite les sensations de tiraillement après rinçage. Testée dermatologiquement, elle respecte l’équilibre cutané et convient aux peaux sensibles, fines ou fragilisées.

"La Poudre-Mousse Nettoyante dessèche-t-elle la peau ?"

Non. Le nettoyage est précis mais non décapant. Les agents lavants sélectionnés ont une affinité particulière avec la peau et préservent son équilibre naturel. Après rinçage, la peau reste souple, confortable, sans film gras ni sensation d’inconfort. Elle est ainsi particulièrement indiquée pour les peaux sujettes aux sécheresses ou aux tiraillements liés aux nettoyages trop agressifs.

"Peut-elle remplacer un démaquillant ?"

Elle permet d’éliminer efficacement les impuretés, l’excès de sébum et le maquillage léger du quotidien. Pour un maquillage soutenu ou waterproof, nous recommandons un démaquillage préalable, puis l’utilisation de la poudre comme seconde étape purifiante. Sa mousse fine nettoie de manière homogène, sans friction excessive, respectant ainsi les peaux sensibles.

"Quelles sont les notes de son parfum naturel ?"

Le parfum est volontairement discret. La pivoine s’exprime en filigrane : une note florale douce, légèrement poudrée, presque aérienne. Elle accompagne le geste sans jamais dominer la formule. Une présence subtile, fidèle à l’élégance COTTAN.

"La formule est-elle réellement 100% d’origine naturelle ?"

Oui. Chaque ingrédient a été sélectionné selon un cahier des charges strict, privilégiant des matières premières d’origine naturelle et locale (comme le riz de Camargue par exemple). La formule est végane et conforme aux standards cosmétiques les plus exigeants. Cette exigence fait partie intégrante de notre Nouvel Art Formulatoire : revenir à l’essentiel, sans compromis sur la performance ni sur la tolérance.

Poudre-Mousse Nettoyante COTTAN — composition et actifs (version anglaise)

Cleansing Powder-Foam

Name: Cleansing Powder-Foam
Brand: COTTAN
SKU: ARSENE-P-30
Price: 29.0 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.83 (12 reviews)

Unmatched anhydrous cleaner

A perfect foam with rice and peony root powders, this powder gently and smoothly cleanses and removes makeup from your face.

• 100% natural ingredientsvegan formula
• Cleanses and removes makeup while respecting the skin's balance
• Powder texture that turns into a creamy mousse
• Suitable for sensitive skin, dermatologically tested
• A peony scent, subtle and enveloping
• Designed and manufactured in France

A cleansing powder?

Long at the heart of the most refined toiletries rituals, cleansing powders offer a subtle alternative to traditional liquid textures.

When it comes into contact with water, the material awakens and transforms into a fine, silky lather that respects the skin's balance, which cleanses and removes makeup without ever damaging the skin.

At COTTAN, this ancestral technique has been revived in a formula 100% natural origin — rice and peony root powders — designed to combine sensoriality, precision, and absolute tolerance.

Capacity
30 g

Made in
France

Yuka
100/100

Cleansing Powder-Foam

29,00€

Poudre-Mousse Nettoyante COTTAN — formule et ingrédients (INCI)

Natural, vegan, made in France, no synthetic preservatives

This cleansing powder follows in the tradition of dry formulas, long appreciated for their high stability and natural affinity with the skin. The absence of water in the formula preserves the integrity of the raw ingredients and activates the treatment only when used.

The foam is created on contact with water thanks to mild plant-based surfactants derived from amino acids. They ensure effective cleansing while respecting the hydrolipidic film and skin balance.

Rice and peony root powders complete the formula with their finesse and delicacy. The skin is clear, supple, and tension-free. The application is simple. The formulation is precise.

An approach inspired by the past, reinterpreted according to contemporary requirements of tolerance, naturalness, and performance.

COTTAN

% Naturalness:

100%

pH:

N.A. Anhydrous

Sensitive skin

Minimalist formula with high tolerance, suitable for fragile skin:
- Mild surfactants derived from amino acids (cocoyl glutamate), known for their effective cleansing without altering the hydrolipidic film
- No water in the formula, limiting preservatives and reducing the risk of sensitization
- Fine rice and peony powders providing a gentle and skin-friendly cleansing.
- Dermatologically tested, suitable for sensitive skin

Dryness

Cleansing that doesn't dry out:
- Cleans without stripping, thanks to skin-friendly cleansing agents
- Respects thenatural balance of the hydrolipid barrier
- Light foam texture that prevents tightness post-rinsing
- Leaves the skin flexible, comfortable and calm after use

Makeup removal

A delicate alternative to liquid textures:
- Turns into a fine foam capable of capturing impurities and soft makeup
- Uniform cleansing, without excessive friction
- Controlled application: the powder delivers just the right amount with each use - Ideal as the first step in your evening skincare routine

Combination skin

Purifies without causing imbalance:
- Corn starch and rice powder help absorbing excess sebum on the surface
- Precise pore cleansing without stripping effect
- Limits imbalances caused by overly aggressive cleansing
- Suitable for skin prone to shine but sensitive to overly cleansing formulas

Dull complexion

Reveals the skin's natural radiance:

- Effective removal of pollutants and dead skin cells from the skin's surface
- Fine foam for even cleansing
- Visibly smoother skin texture after rinsing
- Perfectly prepares the skin for subsequent skincare treatments

Conscious

For those who want to simplify their routine:
- Short, plant-based formula, without harsh synthetic surfactants
- Cleanses effectively without multiple steps, although it can be perfectly combined with a cleansing oil.
- Respects the skin's natural balance
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, in an essential and controlled approach

Sensitive skin

Dryness

Makeup removal

Combination skin

Dull complexion

Conscious

Advice and user satisfaction

Formulated without water, this powder is activated only when applied. A few drops are enough: the substance transforms, softens, and then becomes a foam.

Cleansing is thorough and gentle on the skin's natural balance. Skin remains supple and comfortable, without any feeling of tightness—even if it is sensitive or prone to dryness.

The scent of peony appears subtly. Discreet. Almost intimate.

Pour a small amount of powder into the palm of your hand, add a few drops of water, rub together until a delicate foam forms, then massage into the face before rinsing thoroughly. Avoid the eye area.

Poudre-Mousse Nettoyante COTTAN — histoire et savoir-faire de la maison

History and future

Long before the era of gels and water-based solutions, powders played a prominent role in beauty routines. Naturally stable and concentrated, they allowed the product to be activated at the exact moment of use.

This approach to formulation, inspired by the past, meets a very contemporary need today: less water, fewer intermediaries, and more of what really matters.

At COTTAN, this cleansing powder returns to that original approach. A dry base, gentle plant-derived surfactants, and finely ground botanical powders. The lather forms as you use it. The formula remains intact until it comes into contact with the skin.

Understated modernity, true to the elegance of yesteryear.

Learn more about our history and our formulation expertise.

Frequently Asked Questions

"Why did you choose a powder formula rather than a liquid cleanser?"

The dry formula is both a historical and scientific choice.

With no water in its composition, the powder remains perfectly stable until the moment of use. It is activated only upon contact with water, in the palm of your hand. This preserves the integrity of the ingredients, limits the use of preservatives, and offers a concentrated, essential formula.

This approach is inspired by ancient rituals, reimagined with contemporary demands for naturalness and tolerance—particularly suited to sensitive skin prone to dryness.

Is this powder suitable for sensitive or reactive skin?

Yes.

The formula is based on mild plant-based surfactants (cocoyl glutamate), known for their effective cleansing properties without altering the hydrolipidic film. The absence of harsh detergents limits feelings of tightness after rinsing.

Dermatologically tested, it respects the skin's balance and is suitable for sensitive, thin, or fragile skin.

Does the Cleansing Foam Powder dry out the skin?

No.

Cleansing is thorough but not harsh. The selected cleansing agents have a particular affinity with the skin and preserve its natural balance. After rinsing, the skin remains supple and comfortable, without any greasy film or feeling of discomfort.

It is therefore particularly suitable for skin prone to dryness or tightness caused by overly aggressive cleansing.

"Can it replace makeup remover?"

It effectively removes impurities, excess sebum, and light everyday makeup.

For heavy or waterproof makeup, we recommend removing it first, then using the powder as a second purifying step.

Its fine foam cleanses evenly, without excessive friction, thus respecting sensitive skin.

"What are the notes of its natural scent?"

The fragrance is deliberately subtle.

Peony expresses itself subtly: a soft, slightly powdery, almost ethereal floral note. It accompanies the gesture without ever dominating the formula.

A subtle presence, faithful to COTTAN elegance.

"Is the formula really 100% natural?"

Yes.

Each ingredient has been selected according to strict specifications, favoring natural and locally sourced raw materials (such as Camargue rice, for example). The formula is vegan and complies with the most demanding cosmetic standards.

This requirement is an integral part of our New Formulation Art: returning to the essentials, without compromising on performance or tolerance.

Foam powder, silky touch

Complete your routine

A surprising cleanser

A new way to cleanse the face that fascinated me. A powder that transforms into a creamy foam when it comes into contact with water. Delivered in a glass jar to preserve the quality of the product. Made from rice powder and peony root powder. Gentle on the skin and cleanses well, leaving a lovely scent! French products, but the price is high for 30g (don't forget to remove the protective cover on the top).

Works really well!

This is a makeup remover foam that works really well. You apply it to a cotton pad and emulsify it to remove your makeup. The ingredients are quite clear, so you know what you're putting on your skin. The packaging is attractive. The only slight downside to this product is that, like some others, it struggles with waterproof makeup. It's a good product, I recommend it!

excellent product

very pleasant to use easy to rinse off leaves skin glowing and perfectly cleansed subtle and discreet fragrance

Foaming softness for velvety skin

The foam powder gently cleanses my skin. This Parisian formula, developed from expertise dating back to 1840, gently removes makeup, leaving skin radiant. Benefits: • ✅ Versatile: Cleanses and removes makeup in one step• ✅ Gentle formula: Suitable even for sensitive skin• ✅ Innovative texture: Transforms into a light and pleasant foam• ✅ French elegance: Renowned Parisian fashion house since 1840• ✅ Eco-friendly: Powder format, perfect for reducing unnecessary packaging• ✅ Very practical and elegant pot• ✅ Very good Yuka rating❌ Disadvantages:• ❌ Dosage to be adjusted: Requires a little practice to achieve the ideal foam.• ❌ Premium price: An investment in Parisian luxury. It cleanses gently, and the foam is so light that you almost want to frame it (but hey, my skin still came first). 😜). Admittedly, it's a little luxury, but your skin will thank you with a glow worthy of the Champs-Élysées! In short, a beautiful touch of refinement for an essential beauty ritual. 🧴💖

Cleansing powder

This powder is used to cleanse the face. I wet my face, then put a little powder in my hand with some water and rub it onto my face. It lathers slightly, which is enough. It feels nice. Then I rinse it off. It's a very pleasant cleansing experience. It's gentle, not abrasive. The ingredients are pretty good. The size is surprising.

Cleansing Powder-Foam