
About this product
A cleansing balm in a twist-scoop dispenser designed to remove makeup and sunscreen as a first cleanse, formulated with Centella asiatica and madecassoside.
Full ingredients
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Synthetic Wax, PEG-10 Isostearate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Madecassoside, Centella Asiatica Extract, Asiaticoside, Water, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Guru Score
Yay
5 experts · Moderate agreementWhat they liked
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The standout here is the packaging: a twist-scoop dispenser that keeps hands clean and mess-free, which gurus found genuinely useful for a category that tends to be messy. The balm itself breaks down makeup and sunscreen well enough for a first cleanse. However, the formula sits solidly in the middle ground. One expert felt the ingredient list didn't match the product's popularity, and another preferred the performance of other cleansers despite appreciating the innovation. Those who dislike scooping balm with their fingers may find this worth trying; anyone prioritizing formula quality over convenience may want to explore other options first.
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A cleansing balm in a twist-scoop dispenser designed to remove makeup and sunscreen as a first cleanse, formulated with Centella asiatica and madecassoside.
Mostly yes. 3 of the 5 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 76%.
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