Seoul Guide
Use the spatula to scoop a small amount and massage balm over dry skin, concentrating on eye and lip makeup. Add a splash of lukewarm water and continue to massage into a milky texture. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.
Optional: follow with your water-based cleanser as the next step in your double-cleanse!
Why we like it
This award winning cult favorite applies to your skin as a soft balm and melts off stubborn makeup seamlessly without stripping your skin of its natural oils. It’s a hypoallergenic oil cleanser that is still free from artificial coloring, alcohol, parabens, and mineral oil. It’s infused with seven natural ingredients, including centella asiatica extract and licorice root extract to help brighten skin.
Ingredients we love
Malpighia Glabra (Acerola) Fruit Extract – Potent source of antioxidants and hydrating polysaccharides for younger looking skin
Onsen-Sui – Japanese hot spring water for anti-inflammatory effects.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG-10 Isostearate, Synthetic Wax, Onsen-Sui, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Fragrance, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Angelica Archangelica Root Extract, Malpighia Glabra (Acerola) Fruit Extract, Polydiethyleneglycol Adipate/IPDI Copolymer, Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-15 Methacrylate Copolymer
lauren.wakefield –
Got this tub of goodness as a Christmas present (probably my favourite gift of 2019). It removes absolutely everything and feels very luxurious while I massage it into my skin. My skin is also very sensitive and I’ve had poor reactions to other oil cleansers but not this one. It is a definite keeper in my night time routine.
sandynagel (verified owner) –
I’m absolutely in love with this cleanser!! It’s the best at removing makeup (even my waterproof mascara) and my skin feels so good and refreshed and moisturized after I’ve used it. One of my favourite skincare products EVER!!
Celeste (verified owner) –
Don’t know how I survived without this balm… Truly a dream to use and leaves skin super soft…
Hannah (verified owner) –
Oil cleansers where have you been all my life?? I bought the 7ml tub to try (it’s completely adorable by the way) since I had never used oil cleansing before and I was a little unsure. Well. I’m sold for life. This oil balm is amazing! It doesn’t have a fragrance, although in the jar the product has this light scent that I sniff like a weirdo every time I open it. It works like no makeup wipe or micellar water can. I can feel the difference using my face wash after this and I now understand why gentle cleansers are a possibility. I have oily skin that is prone to acne and I haven’t felt like it is leaving oily residue or causing my acne to flare. Will definitely be double cleansing from now on 😍
Lerato (verified owner) –
This is literally my FAVOURITE balm cleanser! It’s popularity is well earned. Not only does a little go a long way, it removes every bit of makeup and sunscreen on your face without feeling heavy. The scent is super subtle, and the fragrance in the product didn’t irritate my dry and sensitive skin. If you’re looking for a fantastic first cleanser this is it!
Nombuso Mdletshe (verified owner) –
I brought the 7mL sample tub because I hadn’t tried oil cleansing before and all I have to say is I can never go without oil cleansing again. It leaves my skin soft and surprisingly not oily at all. Seriously thinking of buying the bigger tub.
Zorka Van Der Merwe (verified owner) –
Pure bliss! Easy to use. Glides beautifully. Cleans very well. The skin is soft and comfortable after cleansing. No allergic reactions. Will purchase again! I think this is the best cleansing balm I have tried so far.
talitha.alink (verified owner) –
– Very impressed with this balm and it has become my firm favourite in my double cleanse routine.
– My skin feels hydrated and it doesn’t have any drying after effect
odeckers (verified owner) –
This product is amazing – It removes my waterproof mascara without any effort and does not cause any irritation! Very impressed!
biancapieterse0836 (verified owner) –
I purchased the 100ml tub about two weeks ago for my first step of the two step cleanse, and I’m absolutely in love. Easily and gently removing even my waterproof mascara! Definitely ordering the big one next time😁
cobus.vermeulen1 (verified owner) –
This product is amazing. My skin feels so smooth after using it and it removes even tough makeup with ease. Very glad I purchased it and am for sure going to buy more of it.
mickevanzyl (verified owner) –
This product smells SO amazing. I have never smelled anything this great. It washes off very nicely and it is brilliant at removing makeup. I am very glad that I purchased, I will be buying again.
philimari (verified owner) –
Initially I purchased this to use as part of my double cleansing but that broke me out. I use it to remove my makeup and it works so well. My skin feels hydrated unlike traditional makeup removers. For some reason, my skin is clearer after this.
jamyfelton (verified owner) –
I use this product when I wear make up and it does an amazing job at removing my make up. I do feel that I can’t use it without a water cleanser, whereas I feel I can use a water cleanser without an oil cleanser. However, I would much rather use this product than the more expensive local make-up removers available.
Lindsay Rajah (verified owner) –
Best oil cleanser hands down! Love this more than micellar water and it removed mascara on the first go. Good for my sensitive combination skin, didnt make me break out. Will repurchase 🙂
Joslyn Amber da Costa (verified owner) –
One of the best cleansing balms. I wear a lot of makeup and this removed all of it.