Cleansing Oil + Makeup Remover

No — oil cleansing actually removes excess sebum and impurities more effectively than water-based cleansers for most skin types, including oily skin, because oil dissolves oil where foam and gel cleansers often can't. This is the foundation of the "oil cleanse" method that has been popular in Korean skincare for decades. The plant oils in this cleanser bind to the oil-based substances on your face (makeup, sunscreen, sebum) and lift them cleanly away when you rinse, leaving skin clean without a stripped, tight feeling.

Yes — oil cleansing is one of the most effective methods for removing waterproof and long-wear makeup because the plant oils dissolve the oil-binding polymers that make those formulas so resistant to regular cleansers. Apply to dry skin before wetting your face, massage gently for 30–60 seconds, then add a little water to emulsify the oil into a milky rinse, and wash clean. Even the most stubborn waterproof mascara and full-coverage foundation comes off efficiently with no eye or skin rubbing required.

Yes — double cleansing (oil cleanser first, foaming cleanser second) is one of the most effective cleansing routines, especially if you wear sunscreen or makeup daily. The oil cleanser removes the oil-soluble layer (makeup, SPF, sebum) and the foaming cleanser removes the water-soluble layer (sweat, environmental particles, remaining residue). Together they leave skin genuinely clean in a way neither step alone achieves. This method is particularly beneficial for people who break out along the jawline or notice congestion around their hairline.

Yes — oil cleansing is often better tolerated by sensitive skin than foaming cleansers because it doesn't contain the surfactants that can disrupt the skin barrier and trigger reactivity. For sensitive skin, the cleansing oil's plant oil base is actually supportive of barrier health rather than depleting it. Many people who struggled with their sensitive skin improving on traditional cleansers find that switching to oil cleansing as a first step dramatically reduces their overall skin reactivity.

Apply the cleansing oil to completely dry skin before any water — this is essential for it to work correctly. Massage it gently across the face for 30–60 seconds, then add a small amount of warm water to your hands and continue massaging until the oil turns milky white (this is the emulsification process, which means it's ready to rinse). Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Follow with your foaming face wash for a thorough double cleanse.