The balm is solid in the jar, becomes soft between the fingers and initially feels oily on the skin. This is the intended beginning. The crucial step comes later: the dissolved film can be rinsed off more easily with a little water.

For dry or damp skin?

With the Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm , the manufacturer specifically mentions dry skin. Clean and dry your hands, take some balm with the clean spatula and spread it on your dry face without applying strong pressure. It should glide well so that you don’t pull on the skin.

Massage gently to loosen makeup and sunscreen. An extensive massage is not required for this. Only work around the eyes according to the product instructions and avoid direct contact with the eyes. If mascara doesn’t come off easily, rubbing harder is not a good continuation.

Why does the balm become milky with water?

Cleansing balms combine oil-like ingredients with substances that allow them to be mixed with water. Add some water to the balm and massage gently again. This can result in a milky emulsion. “Emulsification” describes exactly this transition – it is not a sign that a particularly large amount of dirt has been found on the skin.

Then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. The hairline, nostrils and jawline also deserve attention. If a noticeable film remains, first make sure you have mixed the balm all over with water and rinsed it off completely. A larger portion does not necessarily solve this problem.

A different donor, same important water step

The Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm dispenses the portion through a rotating mechanism. According to the manufacturer, this is done by turning it clockwise. This is followed by gentle distribution, gradually adding a little water to emulsify and rinsing thoroughly. The donor changes the collection, not this order.

Do you need a second cleanser afterward?

Beauty of Joseon is planning a water-based cleanser as the next step for its balm. This is the principle of Double Cleansing: First, particularly oily residues are dissolved, then the second cleaning follows. The linked article explains how you decide when two steps fit into your everyday life.

Choose a gentle cleanser and pay attention to how your skin feels afterwards. A squeaky feeling is not necessary evidence of cleanliness. If the skin feels tight, consider product choice and application instead of adding a third cleansing step. After drying, your usual care can take place.

Sources: Beauty of Joseon: dry skin and emulsification , Dr. Althea: removal and rinsing .