Dry-skin cleansing balm, 1-month test: HEEDA Jirisan Charcoal

How did it feel after a month on dry skin?

I wear makeup often and have tried several cleansing products, and I used this one for about a month on a friend's recommendation. Since I have dry skin and am concerned about blackheads, I focused on how moisturized my skin felt afterward and how it felt around my pores.

The softly gray balm melted into an oil-like texture fairly quickly in my palms. It spread smoothly rather than feeling heavy on my face, and the scent did not feel strong.

How did I remove full makeup?

I took an appropriate amount onto dry hands and gently massaged it over my whole face, then added water to emulsify it and rinsed with lukewarm water. I used this method even on days when I wore foundation, concealer, mascara, and lip tint.

After emulsifying, there was almost no lingering residue that made my eyes feel cloudy, and it generally removed mascara and lip tint well. I found it easy to spread.

How did my skin feel after cleansing and around blackheads?

After cleansing, I did not notice much slipperiness or inner tightness, and my skin felt moisturized and tidy. When I used it around the sides of my nose with a massaging motion, my blackheads felt gently smoothed out, but this was a personal observation on my own skin.

Who might like this texture?

If you have dry skin and are concerned about tightness after cleansing, or prefer a balm that melts lightly and leaves a fresh finish after emulsifying, you may find it similar to my experience. However, sensitivity and any pore or blackhead-improving effects vary by person, so it is best to check based on your own skin condition.