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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil Review

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Dec 12, 2022

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by SKIN1004. I love double cleansing - starting with an oil or balm before moving onto a foaming wash. It’s a gentle and relaxing way to remove sunscreen, makeup, and the general stress of the day before applying evening skincare. My current first cleanser is SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil. It’s available on Amazon, YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), Stylevana (code INF10KBH), Olive Young (code KBHOBBIT77),

Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Oil Cleansing Review

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Sep 29, 2022

Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Oil Cleansing Review

This post contains affiliate links. I adore double cleansing. And even though there are some wonderful all-in-one options now, I still prefer a cleansing oil (or balm) followed by a foaming wash. It’s the best, most thorough and relaxing way to cleanse my combination skin at the end of the day. I’ve heard about Rohto Mentholatum Hada Labo Gokujyun Oil Cleansing for years. It’s such a popular item among abeauty fans. Finally, I got to try it for myself. The oil is available on

Carenology95 RE:BLUE Cleansing Gel Balm Review

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Sep 12, 2022

Carenology95 RE:BLUE Cleansing Gel Balm Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Jolse. The world of Korean skincare has many wonderful cleansers - oils, balms, foams, gels, enzyme powders, all-in-ones, soaps… I didn’t think I could be surprised by this product category anymore until I saw Carenology95 RE:BLUE Cleansing Gel Balm on Jolse. I’ve had gels and I’ve had balms, but never a gel balm! Carenology95 RE:BLUE Cleansing Gel Balm promises a deep cleansing experience while nourishing sensitive skin

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Dec 22, 2021

Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Gachiga. I love cleansing oils and balms. In general, washing off makeup, sunscreen, and dust off at the end of the day is my favorite part of skincare. It’s so relaxing and soothing. While I typically stick to budget friendly brands and products, I recently had a chance to try Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil. It is available on Gachiga (check out this article for a breakdown of how their discount group buying works), Yes

Mary & May Vitamin B C E Cleansing Balm Review

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Nov 27, 2021

Mary & May Vitamin B C E Cleansing Balm Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. I’m somewhat hard to impress - after trying tons and tons of kbeauty for five years, taking hundreds of pictures and publishing more than 500 reviews on the blog, I feel like I’ve seen it all. But sometimes a product comes around that knocks my socks off from the very first use. It makes me want to shout from the rooftops right away (but I always wait to see how it works on a longer term basis). Mary & May Vi

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Aug 25, 2021

Lanbelle Deep Cleansing Oil Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Credithink. I love cleansing my face. In general, I adore the evening routine. My morning skincare is to protect the skin and is a necessity, but the evening routine is to cleanse, nourish, restore, and give me joy. Double cleansing is my preferred method of getting sunscreen and makeup off. Lately I’ve been using Lanbelle Deep Cleansing Oil for my first step. It’s available on Amazon (use my code kbhobbit10 to save on i

Whamisa Organic Facial Cleansing Oil Review

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Jul 21, 2021

Whamisa Organic Facial Cleansing Oil Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Credithink. I love cleansing oils and balms. Sure, there are effective 2-in-1 cleansers, but nothing is quite like melting away makeup, sunscreen, and stress at the end of a long day. And honestly, all of my days are sooo long right now. My most recent cleansing oil is Whamisa Organic Facial Cleansing Oil. It’s available on Amazon, sold by Credithink - a trusted retailer of authentic Korean skincare. You can save 10% wit

KUMANO COSME Pharmaact Deep Cleansing Oil Review

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Jul 16, 2021

KUMANO COSME Pharmaact Deep Cleansing Oil Review

This post contains affiliate links. I’ve been so focused on Korean skincare that I completely missed out on Japanese treasures! I am trying to remedy that. One of my recent favorite finds is Kumano Cosme Pharmaact Deep Cleansing Oil. It’s available on YesStyle (use reward code KBHOBBIT to save extra), and you can also order a refill pack to reduce the plastic waste later. Watch my unboxing video here. Pharmaact Deep Cleansing oil promises to remove dirt and makeup. The market

Make P:rem Safe Me Relief Moisture Cleansing Oil Review

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May 25, 2021

Make P:rem Safe Me Relief Moisture Cleansing Oil Review

This post contains affiliate links. I remember double cleansing my face for the first time over four years ago and thinking “wow, THIS is real cleansing. I’ve been missing out”. The purpose of an oil cleanser or a cleansing balm is to break up oil-soluble impurities such as sunscreen and makeup. A foaming cleanser is used after that to remove anything left behind by the first step. I’m currently using Make P:rem Safe Me Relief Moisture Cleansing Oil. I received this as PR, bu

B_LAB PHA Perfect Pore Cleansing Oil Review

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Jan 1, 2021

B_LAB PHA Perfect Pore Cleansing Oil Review

Introduction to double cleansing through Korean beauty changed my entire skincare game. I honestly don’t know how I existed so long without it. I can appreciate a great cleansing oil or balm equally and alternate between the two product types for my first cleanser. The B_LAB PHA Perfect Pore Cleansing Oil came to me through a Jolse giveaway. It’s also available to purchase on* Jolse website. I’m always excited to try new brands - this is my first B_LAB product. This cleansing

Holika Holika Lazy and Easy All Kill Cleanser Oil to Foam Review

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Nov 10, 2020

Holika Holika Lazy and Easy All Kill Cleanser Oil to Foam Review

Don’t you just love finding a great deal at a local discount store? Paying $5 for an amazing product that works well and leaves you wishing you snatched up several bottles? Well, Holika Holika Lazy and Easy All Kill Cleanser Oil to Foam is not one of those products. I bought my bottle at TJ Maxx, but it’s also available on* eBay. This is a two-in-one cleanser that is supposed to replace both the oil and the foaming cleanser steps. How to use: Apply a few pumps to dry face Mas

Hope Girl Jamong Grapefruit Cleansing Balm Review

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Oct 22, 2020

Hope Girl Jamong Grapefruit Cleansing Balm Review

Cleansing balms (along with peeling gels) really blew my mind when it came to Korean beauty. Sure, Korean brands make fantastic toners and creams, foaming cleansers and masks, but I have never even heard of double cleansing before kbeauty. If you are new, I recommend starting with this video. In short, the purpose of the first step cleanser is to break up makeup, sunscreen, and other oil-soluble impurities. Everything is then washed away with a foaming cleanser. It’s one of t

Missha Time Revolution Brightening Care Oil Cleansing Balm Review

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Oct 14, 2020

Missha Time Revolution Brightening Care Oil Cleansing Balm Review

I’ve been a heavy consumer of Korean beauty for about four years now. In that time, I can think of only one product I returned (Mizon eye cream), until now… The Missha Time Revolution Brightening Care Oil Cleansing Balm was so horrible that I shipped it back almost right away. Before you ask, I bought it from the official Missha US website, so it was not fake or expired. For some reason they are no longer sold there, but still available on Amazon, in case you have some enemie

Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil Review

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Oct 4, 2020

Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil Review

Klairs recently released a brand new Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil. I had the original version of it (review here) and liked it. However, that one tended to leave a film on the skin even after being rinsed with water. A foaming cleanser took that right off, so it wasn't a big deal for me, but it bothered a lot of people. So I was super excited to see how the new formula may be different. Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil is made without fragrance (yay!), is ve

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Jul 12, 2020

Hanskin PHA Pore Cleansing Balm Review

I’m not sure how I lived without double cleansing for 25 ish years. I can no longer imagine my skincare routine without it. If you aren’t familiar, the first cleanser is what dissolves oil-soluble impurities (makeup, sunscreen) and the second cleanser is what washes off all the rest. Hanskin PHA Pore Cleansing Balm is a first step cleanser. It removes makeup and other impurities, while the PHA (polyhydroxy acids) gently dissolve dead skin buildup. This balm is made without pa

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Nov 15, 2019

Purito From Green Cleansing Oil Review

Right around July of this year I decided that my skincare stash was getting out of control and started to focus on truly enjoying and finishing what I have instead of constantly buying new things. Initially, I thought I wouldn’t be buying anything until September. Then I extended that to October. The only exception would be if I completely ran out of a specific product category and had nothing at all to use. Well, at some point I finished out all of my bottles of #cleansingoi

Innisfree Blueberry Rebalancing 5.5 Cleanser Review

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Aug 20, 2019

Innisfree Blueberry Rebalancing 5.5 Cleanser Review

I purchased Innisfree Blueberry Rebalancing 5.5 Cleanser for a few simple reasons: I was out of foaming cleansers, it had a good price point, and I typically like #Innisfree products. I didn’t realize it was such a popular item until reviews started to pop up everywhere. It’s sold on eBay, Amazon, and YesStyle. The purpose of any foaming cleanser is to remove impurities (if used in the morning) or to wash off the remaining cleansing oil (if used in the evening). The Innisfree

Neogen Real Fresh Green Tea Cleansing Stick Review

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Mar 5, 2019

Neogen Real Fresh Green Tea Cleansing Stick Review

I love trying new products and new types of products, which is why the world of Korean cosmetics is a gift that keeps on giving - something new and exciting comes out all the time. I’ve heard people rave about cleansing sticks, but have never owned one myself. To remedy that, I bought Neogen Real Fresh Green Tea Cleansing Stick around the winter holidays in 2018. It has won the 2017 Teen Vogue Acne Awards and is sold on* eBay, Amazon, YesStyle, and Cosmetic Love. You can also

[JOLSE] 2NDESIGN First Cleansing Oil Pure & Fresh 200ml Review

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Feb 22, 2019

[JOLSE] 2NDESIGN First Cleansing Oil Pure & Fresh 200ml Review

Taking a bath and cleansing my face at the end of a long day is my favorite (yes, I’m a wild party animal, I know). There’s something deeply therapeutic about rinsing off the stress and dust of the world and getting ready to rest up for a new day. Cleansing oils are designed to be used as the first step of this wonderful process, dissolving dirt and makeup that a foaming cleanser alone can’t handle. The 2NDESIGN First Cleansing Oil Pure & Fresh contains only EWG (Environmenta

Klairs Gentle Black Deep Cleansing Oil Review

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Feb 19, 2019

Klairs Gentle Black Deep Cleansing Oil Review

I recently finished the oh so popular book Girl, Wash Your Face and I kept wanting to correct it to “girl, double cleanse your face”. The book, if you aren’t familiar with it, has nothing to do with actual cleansing, but that’s just where my mind goes. Effective cleansing is the first and, arguably, most important step of any Korean skincare routine - even the most effective, expensive products will not do their job correctly if applied over dirty skin. Cleansing oils are mad

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