Cleansing balm for oily skin: HEEDA Jirisan Moist Charcoal

Why did I use it on oily, dehydrated-combination skin?

As the weather became warmer, sebum around my nose and chin still bothered me even when I used cleansing oil. I had heard that a cleansing balm might be better suited to managing whiteheads and sebum, so I tried it.

The idea of a product containing Jirisan charcoal felt unfamiliar and interesting. Its black case looked clean and modern, and I found it convenient that the spatula could be secured to the lid rather than stored separately.

What are the texture and recommended amount?

It had a soft balm texture described as containing squalane and jojoba seed oil. The directions recommended about 1/3 of a spatula on days when I wore light makeup or only sunscreen, and about 1/2 on days with heavier makeup.

How did it remove makeup and sebum?

When I first tested it with mascara, eyeliner, and lipstick, it removed color makeup well too. Once I applied it to my face and rolled it over the skin, the balm melted softly with my body heat.

When I focused on my nose and chin, I felt that it cleared away sebum that would usually remain even after cleansing oil. Sebum in my T-zone and butterfly zone had bothered me whenever I applied makeup, but after one use, those areas looked cleaner.

How did my skin feel after cleansing?

After emulsifying it with water, I rolled it over my skin thoroughly and rinsed. I then followed with a light cleansing foam for a double cleanse, and felt that it left a fresh, soft finish without oily residue.

It suited me because I wanted both sebum care and a moisturized feeling after cleansing. However, skin reactions can vary from person to person.