Hydrating skin cleanser duo for dehydrated oily skin: HEEDA Jirisan

How to double cleanse after heavy summer makeup

In summer, when sweat makes makeup break down easily, I wanted to remove layers of reapplied makeup cleanly. I have dehydrated oily skin, so the slippery feel of cleansing oils doesn't suit me — instead I used the HEEDA Jirisan Moist Charcoal Cleansing Duo, applying the cleansing cream and then the foam cleanser in order.

What is the HEEDA cleansing cream's texture like?

The all-black packaging felt clean and simple. When I scooped out the cleansing cream with the included spatula, it spread smoothly, unlike its firm first impression.

I applied it to my face and rolled it until it turned oil-like from body heat, then rinsed it off with lukewarm water. The feel while rubbing it in with my hands was good, and even after removing heavy makeup, I wasn't left worrying that my face wasn't properly cleansed.

The brand says the fine charcoal powder helps absorb oil and impurities. The brand also presents figures on sunscreen-cleansing effectiveness, but I can only confirm my personal experience of using it after heavy makeup.

Does the foam cleanser leave skin feeling tight?

After the cleansing cream, I used the foam cleanser. The texture was soft and the foam built up richly, wrapping around my skin. I finished up with a beauty device cleanser too, and it felt like a genuinely refreshing cleanse for the first time in a while.

In summer I used to wash my face multiple times because it never felt properly clean, which left it dry — but this time my skin didn't feel severely tight after cleansing. My skin texture seemed to stay smooth, making this a combination that worked well for me as I look for a double-cleansing starter set.

Can sensitive skin use the HEEDA charcoal cleansing duo?

The foam cleanser has a mildly acidic formula, and the brand says it was designed with sensitive skin in mind, citing clinical results on skin irritation. That said, skin reactions vary by individual, so those with sensitive skin should check how their own skin responds before using it.