[ irecipe ] Ceramide Yuja Healing Cleansing Balm 135ml

RECOMMENDED FOR: All skin types (dry skin experiencing post-cleanse tightness, sensitive skin, combination skin needing blackhead/pore care)

PERFECT FOR: When post-cleanse tightness or blackheads/pores are on your mind, and you want a Hwahae Award No.1 cleansing balm

AM: Not restricted to evening only, but the brand recommends it mainly as an evening first cleanse to dissolve the day's makeup and sebum buildup.

PM: Using a spatula, take an appropriate amount on dry hands and gently massage over a dry face to dissolve makeup and sebum, then add a little lukewarm water to emulsify and rinse (mainly recommended for the first evening cleanse).

A sorbet/butter-like balm-to-oil formula that melts smoothly at body temperature. Rolls on smoothly with no friction, emulsifying fast for a fresh finish with no slipperiness or oily residue after rinsing. Minimal eye stinging, with a fresh, subtle natural yuja citrus scent.

Ceraplex (Concentrated Ceramide NP), Yuja Extract (Citrus Junos Fruit Extract), Plant-Derived Surfactants & PEG-Free Emulsification System, Phytosterols & Stearic Acid

- Ceraplex/Ceramide: protects the stratum corneum barrier, easily lost during cleansing, maintaining a tightness-free moisture film even after cleansing
- Yuja Extract: rich in vitamin C and organic acids, caring for a dull skin tone with clarity and vitality
- PEG-Free Plant-Derived Emulsifiers: deep-cleanse heavy point makeup and pore sebum/blackheads with no irritation, free from PEG synthetic surfactants that can trigger sensitivity

A 0.00% Irritation Score, Hwahae Award No.1, 59.7% Blackhead Improvement Balm-to-Oil

irecipe's Ceramide Yuja Healing Cleansing Balm. Ceraplex protects the stratum corneum barrier, easily lost during cleansing, maintaining a tightness-free moisture film after cleansing. Yuja extract cares for a dull tone with vitamin C, while PEG-free emulsifiers deep-cleanse heavy makeup and blackheads with no irritation.

A sorbet/butter-like balm-to-oil formula that melts smoothly at body temperature, winner of No.1 in the cleansing balm category at the Hwahae Beauty Awards.

PICK NO.3 RATING
SENSITIVITY: 3/5

WHY WE PICKED IT: The specific clinical figures of a 0.00% irritation score and 59.7% blackhead improvement, combined with a genuine Hwahae Award No.1 win, made this an easy pick.

CLINICAL RESULTS: Completed human testing (0.00 irritation score), French EVE VEGAN certified, verified a 59.7% improvement in blackheads and 57.5% improvement in whiteheads after just 1 use.

SAFETY NOTES: Consult a doctor if red spots, swelling, or itching occur. Avoid applying to broken skin, and rinse immediately with water if it gets into your eyes. Store at room temperature away from hot, humid places (the balm formula may thin in high heat, so close the cap and store in a cool place).

GLOBAL SALES: Officially stocked at Olive Young and selected as a BEST item in the cleansing balm category (2,600+ reviews, a perfect 5.0 rating), ranked No.1 in the cleansing balm ranking on Hwahae.

AWARDS: Won No.1 in the cleansing balm category at the Hwahae Beauty Awards.

PICKER'S COMMENT: "Many reviewers report gentle cleansing with no eye stinging or discomfort, a moist finish with no slipperiness after rinsing, and a pleasant, refreshing yuja scent with a smooth sorbet melt."

USAGE DURATION: Not disclosed (no official period stated by the brand).

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Ceramide NP, Phytosterols, Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEA, Stearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, Fragrance, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool (135ml (Value set: 135ml full size + 10g bonus; standalone unit: 120g or 135ml))

Q. Is the irritation score really 0.00%?
A. Yes, it recorded a 0.00 irritation score in human testing.

Q. Is blackhead improvement verified?
A. Yes, a 59.7% improvement in blackheads and 57.5% improvement in whiteheads was verified after just 1 use.

Q. Is it really a Hwahae Award No.1?
A. Yes, it won No.1 in the cleansing balm category at the Hwahae Beauty Awards and also ranks No.1 in the cleansing balm ranking on Hwahae.

Q. Does it sting the eyes?
A. No, many reviewers report gentle cleansing with no eye stinging or discomfort.

Q. Who is this best for?
A. All skin types, dry skin experiencing post-cleanse tightness, sensitive skin, combination skin needing blackhead/pore care

Q. Is there anyone who should skip this one?
A. If you prefer a fragrance-free product, note this one has a fresh, subtle natural yuja citrus scent.