Cleansing balm for blackheads, tested 2 weeks: HEEDA

How did I use it when blackheads were a concern?

I understand blackheads to be sebum built up in pores that looks black as it oxidizes, so rather than physically pulling them out, I paid attention to the cleansing step. I also tried placing a warm towel around my nose before using the cleansing balm, then finishing with a cotton pad soaked in cold toner.

How do you use HEEDA Cleansing Balm?

• I scooped out an appropriate amount with the spatula built into the lid.
• I applied the solid balm to my skin and rolled it for about 30 seconds.
• I added water to emulsify it, then rinsed several times.

For concerns on the back or chest, the original post also recommended a body-pack method: once a week, roll it over the skin for 30 seconds like a cleansing pack.

Were the container and texture easy to use?

When I opened the round case, there was a plastic inner cap, and the spatula was stored inside the lid, so I did not need to keep it separately. I thought it would be convenient to take along when traveling, too.

Because of the Jirisan charcoal, the balm looked black. It melted softly like butter when placed on my hand, and the scent felt like a light mint fragrance.

How were the blackheads and cleansing feel after 2 weeks?

After adding water to emulsify it, I carefully rolled it over my skin for 30 seconds. My skin felt refreshed after cleansing, and even when it touched the eye area, I did not feel any stinging in my eyes.

For my dehydrated-oily skin, I did not feel much inner tightness after cleansing, and it also felt less oily. After 2 weeks, the blackheads and pores around my nose looked less noticeable than at first. It did not change everything immediately after one use, but I felt less stressed when applying makeup around my nose.

What ingredients does it contain?

The original post stated that it contains 13 natural ingredients, including Jirisan hardwood charcoal, moringa, mugwort, Baekmi flower extract, camellia oil, plum blossom, peony, rice bran, green tea, houttuynia, jojoba, and olive.