A solid balm-to-oil first cleanser from Beauty of Joseon, a Korean skincare brand. It is made with rice bran oil, rice seed water, sea buckthorn oil and grain extracts. It turns milky with water and rinses away.

Key ingredients

• Rice bran oil: Helps lift makeup and sunscreen while softening the skin
• Rice seed water: Hydrates and helps skin look more radiant
• Sea buckthorn oil: A nourishing oil that helps skin feel soft
• Grain extracts (Job's tears, oat): Help condition and comfort the skin

For most skin types, especially dry skin and anyone who wears sunscreen or makeup daily.

1. With dry hands, scoop a small amount with the spatula.
2. Massage over a dry face to dissolve makeup and sunscreen.
3. Add a little water and keep massaging until it turns milky.
4. Rinse well, then follow with a water-based cleanser.

• Size: 100 mL (3.38 fl. oz.)
• Skin type: most skin types, especially dry
• Brand states: cruelty-free, fragrance-free, alcohol-free
• Brand states: tested non-irritating (Korea Dermatology Research Institute)
• Made in Korea

Patch test on a small area before first use. Avoid contact with eyes. Stop use if irritation occurs. For external use only. Use a clean, dry spatula to keep water out of the jar. Rinse thoroughly around the eyes.

Do I need a second cleanser?

The brand recommends following with a water-based cleanser for a full double cleanse.

Will it remove waterproof mascara?

Yes. The brand says the balm dissolves waterproof mascara. Hold it on the lashes a few seconds, then massage gently.

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