Cleansing balm for summer oiliness: HEEDA Jirisan Charcoal

How did it feel for summer sebum concerns?

In hot weather, I was concerned about sebum production, pores around my nose, and blackheads and whiteheads, as well as dryness and tightness after cleansing. On my combination-oily yet dehydrated skin, my skin surface felt relatively smooth, and I liked that it felt fairly moisturized after washing.

What were the texture and packaging like?

It was a black, sherbet-like balm containing charcoal. It was not runny; it melted with the warmth of my skin, spread on smoothly, and also felt silky while massaging. Since it came in a jar, I felt it was easy to carry, and the dedicated spatula attached to the inside of the lid was ready to use right away.

How did it cleanse makeup and sebum?

When I first tested it on lipstick and mascara, they came off fairly cleanly. I spread an appropriate amount over my dry face and massaged thoroughly, and it felt as if the sebum granules were melting away. When the greasiness or friction of oil-type cleansers feels burdensome, this was relatively comfortable to use.

Did it leave any residue after cleansing?

Before washing, I lightly emulsified it with wet fingertips, then rinsed. I normally find the oily, slippery feeling left after cleansing oil uncomfortable, but by my standards, this product finished fresh and clean with almost no residue.

How did I use it?

I used it lightly in the morning and at night. Even on days when sebum and pores bothered me, I kept reaching for it because it felt soft and was less likely to leave my skin feeling tight after cleansing.