Face & Lash Hypochlorous Acid Mist - Refill Packet 16oz

Hypochlorous Acid Facial Cleanser - Refill 16 oz

$19.95
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Face & Lash Hypochlorous Acid Mist - Refill Packet 16oz

Hypochlorous Acid Facial Cleanser - Refill 16 oz

$19.95
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✨ Keep fresh HOCl facial care ready for sensitive, acne-prone skin, eyelid care and everyday cleansing. Activate fresh HOCl in about 30 seconds with a refill packet.

Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) facial cleanser refill (200 ppm, pH 5.4 ± 0.2) reduces bacteria on the skin without disrupting the skin barrier. Designed for acne-prone, irritated, or reactive skin, with gentle care for the eyelids and lash line.

Designed for customers who already have River Refresh bottles, each refill makes one fresh 16 oz solution—just reactivate, refill and continue your routine. Learn more about hypochlorous acid for skin.

Freshly activated—not pre-mixed. Our unique, patent-pending Activation Packet™ system lets you create fresh hypochlorous acid in about 30 seconds when you choose to activate it—removing the uncertainty that comes with pre-mixed solutions. Control Freshness. Trust Performance.™
Learn more: Why Fresh HOCl Matters.

No Additives • Alcohol-Free • Fragrance-Free

Key Benefits

  • Reuse your existing River Refresh bottles
  • Eligible for Subscribe & Save
  • Reduces bacteria associated with breakouts
  • Cleans without disrupting the skin barrier
  • Supports irritated, reactive & redness-prone skin
  • Gentle for eyelid and lash line cleansing
  • No-rinse cleansing that leaves no residue
Ways to Use

Use hypochlorous acid (HOCl) facial cleanser on targeted areas or as part of your daily skincare routine. Apply enough to thoroughly cover the area being cleansed, then allow it to air dry. No rinsing or wiping needed.

Breakouts & Irritated Skin
  • Breakouts and blemishes
  • Irritated, reactive or redness-prone skin
  • Rashes, eczema, or psoriasis
  • After shaving, dermaplaning, or skin treatments
Eyelids & Lash Line
  • Eyelid and lash line cleansing
  • Safe for use with lash extensions and adhesives
  • Hygiene support for blepharitis and demodex mites
  • Itchy or irritated skin around the eyes from allergies
Daily & On-the-Go Cleansing
  • Morning and night routines
  • After workouts, travel, or anytime on-the-go
  • Between showers or anytime skin needs a clean refresh
  • During cold, flu, or allergy season
What's Included

1 × 16 oz Activation Packet™

The Activation Packet™ makes one fresh 16 oz solution and is designed for reuse with your River Refresh bottles.

Need bottles? Choose the Facial Cleanser Starter Kit.

Subscribe & Save available — save 12% with monthly delivery, increasing to 20% starting with your fourth order.

Mixing and storage instructions are provided by email after purchase. Getting Started with River Refresh Hypochlorous Acid - How to Mix & Store.

Complete Your Routine

Once your face is clean, extend that same approach to the rest of your body. For hands, underarms, feet, and full-body use, pair it with our Hand Cleanser + Body Deodorizer Starter Kit designed for higher-contact and higher-odor areas.

Each is formulated differently by concentration and pH to match where it’s used—facial for delicate skin, body for higher-contact areas.

Product Specifications
Product Type Facial cleanser
Application Facial mist, toner, or skin-cleansing spray
Active Ingredient Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) at 0.02%
Concentration 200 ppm
pH 5.4 ± 0.2
Activation Type Mix-to-Activate (Freshly Created Hypochlorous Acid)
Solution Type Water-based
Shelf Life After Activation Expected to maintain full concentration for at least 30 days when stored properly
Product Model Facial Cleanser Refill
System Compatibility Facial Cleanser Starter Kit
Alcohol-Free Yes
Fragrance-Free Yes
Dye-Free Yes
Safety Profile Biocompatible; No harsh chemicals
Country of Origin United States
Why River Refresh

Made in Texas, USA, River Refresh is a small business built around clean living with pure hypochlorous acid—no additives, alcohol or fragrance.

Our patent-pending Activation Packet™ system delivers fresh HOCl when you need it—removing the uncertainty that comes with pre-mixed solutions. When you control freshness, you can trust performance.™

With custom formulations at the core, we design concentration and pH to match how each product is used—across facial care, hand & body care, pet care, home cleaning and commercial cleaning.

River Refresh was inspired by River, our Italian Spinone dog, and our everyday need for safer, simpler solutions for pets, people and the spaces we share.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does hypochlorous acid (HOCl) do for skin? +

Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is a gentle, skin-safe molecule that helps keep your skin clear, calm, and balanced. It kills harmful bacteria, reduces inflammation, and supports natural healing — all without drying or irritation.

Because it’s pH-balanced (around 5.5), HOCl works in harmony with your skin’s barrier to maintain a healthy microbiome and prevent future breakouts.

Key benefits:

  • Cleanses: Removes dirt, oil, and bacteria without stripping moisture.
  • Calms: Soothes redness and irritation from acne, eczema, or flare-ups.
  • Heals: Speeds recovery of blemishes, cuts, or post-procedure skin.
  • Balances: Helps control shine and odor-causing bacteria while keeping skin soft.

HOCl delivers clinically proven antimicrobial protection with the gentleness of water — safe for all skin types, even sensitive, acne-prone, or post-treatment skin.

Can I use hypochlorous acid (HOCl) on acne-prone or irritated skin? +

Yes — hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is one of the gentlest yet most effective ways to calm and clarify skin prone to acne, redness, or irritation. It kills Cutibacterium acnes (the bacteria linked to breakouts) without stripping or drying, while reducing inflammation and supporting a healthy skin barrier.

Because HOCl is pH-balanced and non-irritating, it’s safe for daily use on the face, back, and chest — helping prevent new blemishes while promoting faster healing of existing ones.

How it helps:

  • Antimicrobial: Targets acne-causing bacteria safely and effectively.
  • Anti-inflammatory: Calms redness and swelling from active breakouts.
  • Barrier-supportive: Protects and restores the skin’s natural microbiome.

For surface or inflammatory acne, HOCl helps clear and soothe. For cystic or hormonal acne, use it as a complement to dermatologist-directed treatments.

Fresh Tip: Keep a small bottle in your gym bag or purse — it’s perfect for stopping sweat-related breakouts before they start.

Disclaimer: HOCl supports healthy skin but isn’t a replacement for professional medical care. If you’re under dermatologic treatment, let your provider know you’re using HOCl so they can integrate it into your plan.

Can hypochlorous acid (HOCl) help reduce redness, eczema, or rosacea flare-ups? +

Yes — hypochlorous acid (HOCl) helps calm redness, eczema, and rosacea flare-ups by reducing inflammation and bacteria on the skin. It’s a gentle, pH-balanced, and non-toxic solution that supports sensitive or reactive skin without steroids, alcohol, or fragrance.

HOCl works by neutralizing inflammatory molecules and bacteria that worsen irritation, helping your skin barrier heal naturally and stay balanced.

Key benefits:

  • Calms: Soothes redness, itching, and heat from irritation.
  • Protects: Supports barrier repair for eczema and rosacea-prone skin.
  • Purifies: Removes bacteria that can trigger flare-ups.

Because it’s safe and non-irritating, HOCl can be used daily — even on dry, cracked, or compromised skin. Many users notice fewer flare-ups and faster recovery compared to harsher topical products.

Fresh Tip: Keep your HOCl spray in the refrigerator — the cool mist instantly relieves heat and tightness during flare-ups.

Disclaimer: HOCl provides supportive care for irritated or inflamed skin but isn’t a replacement for professional medical treatment. If symptoms persist, consult your dermatologist.

How should I use hypochlorous acid (HOCl) in my skincare routine? +

Use hypochlorous acid (HOCl) as the first step after cleansing to balance pH, kill acne-causing bacteria, and prep your skin for serums or moisturizers.
Let it dry completely before layering other products to avoid ingredient conflicts.

When to use it:

  • Morning: After cleansing, before serum or moisturizer.
  • Evening: After cleansing again, to calm and support overnight recovery.
  • Anytime: Mist throughout the day for a refreshing, bacteria-clearing boost — especially after workouts, travel, or mask wear.

Fresh Tip: For an extra-soothing experience, chill your River Refresh in the refrigerator — the cool mist amplifies its calming effect and extends freshness.

Is hypochlorous acid (HOCl) safe to use with false lashes or lash extensions? +

Yes — hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is completely safe for lash extensions and false lashes. It’s oil-free, residue-free, and pH-balanced, so it won’t weaken adhesive or shorten the life of your extensions.

Instead, HOCl helps extend wear by keeping the lash line clean from oil, bacteria, and buildup — the same issues that often cause extensions to loosen or shed early.

It also supports lash health by reducing Demodex mites (tiny lash-dwelling organisms) and calming the skin at the lash base. That means less itching, redness, and lash thinning — especially for long-term extension wearers.

How to use:

  • Lightly mist over closed eyes or apply with a clean spoolie or cotton pad.
  • Use daily, especially after makeup removal or before sleep.

Fresh Tip: Make HOCl part of your nightly lash routine — clean, calm, and extension-safe freshness that keeps lashes looking their best.

What are the benefits of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) for lashes and eyelids? +

Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is gentle enough for the delicate skin around your eyes yet powerful enough to keep lashes and lids clean, calm, and balanced.

It helps remove bacteria, oil, and debris along the lash line — common triggers for redness, irritation, and styes. Regular use supports clear lids, healthy follicles, and comfortable eyes.

HOCl also helps reduce Demodex mite buildup, tiny organisms that can live in lash follicles and cause itching, flaking, and lash thinning. By keeping the lash line clean and pH-balanced, HOCl helps discourage their growth naturally.

Clinically recognized for lid hygiene, eye-care professionals use HOCl to support relief from blepharitis and meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD).

How to use:

  • Close your eyes and mist lightly over lids and lashes, or spray onto a clean cotton pad and gently wipe along the lash line.
  • Use once or twice daily, especially if you wear makeup, lash extensions, or contact lenses.

Fresh Tip: A light mist before bed helps calm tired eyes and support overnight recovery.

Why Fresh HOCl Matters

Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is a powerful but sensitive antimicrobial. Heat, light and air can degrade HOCl and reduce its strength. With pre-mixed HOCl, you don't know what it may have been exposed to before it reaches you—from warehouse storage and time on the shelf to heat during shipping and delivery.

⚡ ACTIVATE FRESH. REMOVE THE GUESSWORK.

River Refresh puts freshness in your hands. Drop in our patent-pending Activation Packet™, fill with purified water and swirl. In less than 30 seconds, your HOCl starts at the intended concentration and pH for that specific formulation—helping support reliable antimicrobial performance.

Control Freshness. Trust Performance.™


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