Cleansing balm for oily-dehydrated skin: HEEDA Jirisan Charcoal

Why did I try a cleansing balm for oily-dehydrated skin?

By my mid-twenties, my skin started to feel rough and dry, and I was concerned about visible pores and makeup settling into them. At a skincare clinic, I was told that a cleansing balm could suit my oily-dehydrated skin, but I had never tried one before this product.

I felt that cleansing foam alone did not remove my makeup very well, while oils could sometimes feel too greasy for me. So I tried the HEEDA cleansing balm for the first time.

How did it remove makeup?

I applied the black solid balm to my skin and let it melt with my body heat, then added a little water to emulsify it before finishing. A spatula was included, and because it could be stored upright in the container, I tried to keep it hygienic during use.

When I wore matte foundation, it stressed me out that my pores looked more pronounced. With regular use of this product, I personally felt that my pore emphasis looked better than before, and it removed makeup fairly well too.

What were the ingredients and feel like?

As its name suggests, it was described as a Korean-made cleansing balm using domestic Jirisan charcoal. The original information mentioned white rice flower, rice bran, green tea, camellia oil, Japanese apricot, and peony ingredients.

At first, the black formula felt striking, but the process of melting and emulsifying it was straightforward. For my oily-dehydrated skin, it felt as though some moisture remained after cleansing, so I used it with satisfaction.

Can it be used on the body too?

The brand also reportedly suggests using it like a body pack once a week when you have concerns around the back. Before showering, apply the solid balm to the back and massage it; once it melts like an oil, add plenty of water to emulsify it and wash it off. This is a method suggested by the brand, not something I used on my body myself.