I started double-cleansing in 2014 after watching a show which featured Park Shin Hye talking about how it was an indispensable step in her skincare routine and I also learned that it was a common practice in most Asian skincare regimens. It's become a common practice for me as well.
The double cleanse process usually involves using an oil or balm cleanser followed by cleansing with a traditional creamy or foaming cleanser. The first step gently removes makeup, sunscreen, dirt and excess sebum on your face while also exfoliating your dead skin cells while the second step ensures your skin is completely cleansed, purified and ready for the products you apply onto your face afterwards. One of the first balm cleansers I tried was Banila Co Clean It Zero Original Cleansing Balm and it's been This award-winning K-beauty classic has been a top selling cult favorite for years and it is now available in limited edition Snoopy packaging that is almost too cute to use. I'm putting this product to the test to see if it's still as good I remember after all these years.
$22.99 (100 mL / 3.38 fl. oz.)
The Product
Best-selling Banila Co Clean It Zero Original Cleansing Balm was created to quickly and gently melt away even the most stubborn face and eye makeup. Designed with all skin types in mind, this skin-loving formula is powered by their exclusive Micro Capture Technology featuring a unique blend of magnet oils that work to deeply remove impurities. completely cleanse skin and hydrate in one simple step. A nourishing blend of botanicals, hot springs water, vitamin E, and vitamin C supports a healthy-looking complexion. The formula also includes Acerola+, a combination of Acerola extract and Vitamin C, that helps to brighten, replenish, and promote a more radiant skin complexion. It’s the first step in the popular double cleansing method, leaving skin fresh, soft, and hydrated without any greasy residue. The certified vegan cleansing balm is dermatologist tested, hypoallergenic, and free of parabens, sulfates, phthalates, polyethylene, mineral oil, alcohol and artificial coloring. It is suitable for all skin types including dry, oily, and combination.
Key Ingredients & Benefits
● Acerola+ combines the antioxidant benefits of acerola berry with vitamin C to provide hydration and vitality to all skin types.
● Herbal extracts soothe and calm the skin.
Full Ingredients
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG-10 Isostearate, Synthetic Wax, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Water, Malpighia Glabra (Acerola) Fruit Extract, Fragrance, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Onsen-Sui, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Ascorbic Acid.
The Packaging
Banila Co Clean It Zero Original Cleansing Balm is packaged in a sturdy, pastel-pink jar with a clean, minimal design that feels both modern and inviting. It comes with a small spatula for hygienic scooping, which I appreciate as it keeps the product fresh and free from contamination. The special Snoopy edition is all kinds of adorable and also includes a bonus character mirror keychain as well.
How To Use
Use spatula to scoop a small amount of cleansing balm onto dry hands then gently massage onto dry face and eyes until makeup is fully dissolved. Add a little water to emulsify the product, massage and rinse face and rinse off thoroughly.
Performance
Banila Co Clean It Zero Original Cleansing Balm has a sherbet like appearance and texture with a very light fruity scent. I generally use one scoop which is enough to cover my face. As I massage it it in circular motions around my face, the product readily transforms from a balm to a smooth oil that gently melts into skin. I usually work in my balm cleansers for a minute or two before adding water to let it emulsify before rinsing it off. This balm transforms into a milky emulsion and rinses off cleanly without any residue. I really like how it effectively removes sunscreen and cleans and soothes my face while promoting a healthy complexion and skin barrier. My skin feels soft, refreshed, and hydrated. Unlike some cleansing balms that can leave skin stripped or tight, this one maintains my skin’s natural moisture barrier. And it doesn't irritate or sting my eyes. Clean It Zero is just as good as I remember and I will definitely be putting it back in my rotation.
Beyond this darling collectible packaging, Clean It Zero Original Cleansing Balm has earned worldwide love for a good reason as it remains a tried and true mainstay as a a reliable first-step cleanser that leaves your skin soft and radiant. And what's more, they have an entire range of cleansing balms that address various skin issues like acne, dullness, aging and dryness. Banila Co Clean It Zero Original Cleansing Balm is such a good cleansing balm that works as it's supposed to. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who actively double cleanses or wants to start.
Banila Co Clean It Zero Original Cleansing Balm can be purchased from ULTA Beauty, iHerb and YesStyle.
Do you double cleanse? What products do you use?
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