I have dry, sensitive, rosacea skin. I usually love a thick balm or oil as my first step. Left on residue does not bother me. The more moisture the better for me. 🤗

This is exactly how I figured out how to use it. It's definitely just a first step oil cleanser. I prefer to splash water on my face first. You have to work at getting it off with a soft rag. But, my skin really likes it, better than other oil cleansers I've tried. I feel that it's surprisingly hydrating on my sensitive skin. I do like it, great review. It's a terrific budget option

Thanks for the update:) Hope you’re having a lovely day, girlie🍃🌸

Thank you for this information. This works really well..used on dry skin then removed with wash cloth and water in the shower. No residue

you're absolutely right i have never heard in my life to use a cleansing balm or oil on damp skin!

Your skin looks amazing.

When I saw "balm", I assumed you'd double cleanse like with any other cleansing balm. I'd never just wash off a cleansing balm and leave that gunk on my skin. Lol it sounds like a lot of work just to wash your face. Even my beloved clinique take the day off needs a good cleanse afterwards. I have oily skin, so I need to remove oil based products after use.

@ellierk2880

3 жыл бұрын

It doesn't wash off easily even after a second cleanse. It took so long to get it off my face that I made myself as red as a tomato. Worst product ever.

@lanaj1107

3 жыл бұрын

@@ellierk2880 omg! You poor thing. :(

@mignonalverson655

3 жыл бұрын

@@ellierk2880 😱😱😱

I actually love this cleanser! Have really dry/sensitive skin and got no problems whatsoever! Use it as a first cleanse (squish tube to mix it before use), apply it on dry skin, work it, add water, work it again and then wash off. Washes clean for me and no makeup residue. Then second cleanse with cerave hydrating cleanser (not harsh at all). Works amazing!

Definately a freat skin day for you, my friend

Thanks, Sarah. Just thought I’d mention that the good molecules pineapple powder is working very well for me so far. Have a good evening ✨

@NOBSBeauty

4 жыл бұрын

So happy, it's a great morning Cleanser, I ordered a few of the serums that they reformulated, i think they removed the fragrance from their exfoliating overnight serum.

ALL cleansing balms and oils should be used on dry skin, then small amount of water added to emulsify, then a warm cloth, rinse and then follow up with a milky or non-foaming cleanser!!! They are intended as a first cleanse/makeup remover :-)

Totally unrelated, but my kitty Jellybean must like your voice because she comes and sits on my lap when I play your videos. 🐈

Thanks so much for this! I recently bought it and I hated it!! I'll try it the way you suggest.

I put it on a dry face..massage in. Then i add water to my face and massage some more to emulsify and it turns milky then rinses clean for me. Also mine is not solid as my bathroom is warm all the time like 80. I tried the derma-e balm and although i love the smell it does not emulsify and rinse off as well and leaves a film. Luckily balms are the 1st step of my double cleanse. And the herbivore pink cloud....so far i am loving it. I have used the paulas choice cream to gel cleanser and the yttp kale cleanser and they both dried me so bad my face felt like it was going to crack. We shall see how its working after a few months. Love the channel keep up the good work!!

@mignonalverson655

3 жыл бұрын

Does the herbivore have fragrance in it?

Thanks for the update, Sarah! I sadly had the same feeling, like my face was not quite clean, even after using a milky second cleanser followed by wipe of my beloved I'm from Rice toner. But since I had been lusting after it for so long lol I never did chuck it. I will give it a try soon with a cloth as you recommended.

@ayasaaedi4470

4 жыл бұрын

Is the toner good?

@annecraig8257

4 жыл бұрын

@@ayasaaedi4470 IMHO it is the best non-exfoliating toner EVER made. It's a tad pricey (@$28.00) so I stock up during sales on Yesstyle and iHerb.

I bought it, have it in my bathroom and I am literally scared to open and use it. I had mixed feelings after hearing confusing feedback so thank you so so much for clearing up for to use it properly!

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I totally know what you mean. Just be sure to use a good washcloth and 2nd step Cleanser to avoid any leftover residue. I've heard from some people who experienced breakouts with this but I have a feeling they didn't remove it all the way.

what i do to get rid of the greasy layer, is I just was it off, gently wipe my face dry, let it sit a while (usually while I brush my teeth), and then was with water again, this helped me to reduce the residue by a lot

You nailed it- this stuff doesn't wash off. I have Rosacea, and always do a second cleanse in the evening. Still, this stuff was hard to get off. It took so long to get it completely off my skin that all it did was wind up giving me a flush- a huge no-no for Rosacea.

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

It's so thick, it does take too much effort to remove, in my opinion. It should be easier to rinse, if they changed a few ingredients it would be much better. Hope your skin feels better soon 😕

In my opinion, this is a cleansing balm for people who want a first step cleanser that does the job with minimal to no irritation at an affordable price because it just gets rinsed down the drain. I LOVE it. I like that it's in between a solid and oil consistency. I like the hygienic packaging that I can easily transfer to a travel tube. I love that it's cruelty free, polyethylene free, and fragrance free. I love that the ingredients don't burn my eyes. I love either double cleansing with it or using it alone and rinsing off if my skin barrier is extremely compromised. I love how it removes my makeup and sunscreen and prepares my skin for my 2nd step cleanser. I love the value for the money considering it gets washed down the drain and how it's accessible through Sephora.

@NOBSBeauty

4 жыл бұрын

You are so right about this! I'm started to get annoyed with some of the crazy expensive cleansers ($40 & +) that have been coming out lately. All of it goes down the drain so I'd rather save my money and splurge on a great serum or exfoliant, as opposed to what will go straight down the drain...And I'm SO happy to see a cleansing balm packaged in a tube! It's about time.

@RachelDee

4 жыл бұрын

@@NOBSBeauty EXACTLY. Maybe one day I'll try the Iunik or Purito ones in the $20 range. But I'd much rather spend the budget on my products with active ingredients. Thanks for engaging in the conversation. Even if it's something as simple as cleansing balms. Needed it today.

@pajamamama5965

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Well said :) I really dislike jar packaging. I think this tube is going to last me a long time, except that my daughter discovered it LOL. She loves it too and told me, mom, buy that oat one again! Even a 9 yo can tell how soothing this is compared to other cleansers

Do gel cleansers remove sunscreen or do I need a cleansing oil/balm?

I found your video a little too late... Just received mine today and I followed the instructions on the box 🤣 I got my face damp, not really fully wet and worked it for a little bit. It took off my mascara nicely and it didn’t sting my eyes! I rinsed with lukewarm water and followed with the cerave hydrating cleanser. Didn’t feel like it left a residue on my face, could be the water temperature. I will try tomorrow on a dry face!

@tgrayson7542

3 жыл бұрын

I bought this balm and its amazing for my skin...I've already purchased another one

what about their retinol eye cream?

I just started using neutrogena body oil fragrance free, works great as an oil cleanser!

@teteworld8353

3 жыл бұрын

Does it wash off with water?

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I'm going to have to check that out, I'm on the search for a fragrance free oil based body cleanser that doesn't break the bank. Going to have to pick this up to try it out. If it's good enough for your face it's got to be good enough for me!

@matt8953

3 жыл бұрын

@@NOBSBeauty yess its good!! make sure its fragrance free one! its about $10 for 8.5oz

@matt8953

3 жыл бұрын

@@teteworld8353 it does emulsify when u add water to it, and u will need to use a second cleaner or u will be oily. it does not wash off completely by itself, u will be oilyyyyyy

Hey im new to the inkey list and i have seen your videos on these last days. Hope u can help Do you think i can use The INKEY List Oat Cleansing Balm The INKEY List Collagen Booster Serum 30ml The INKEY List Vitamin B, C And E Moisturizer The INKEY List Caffeine Serum The INKEY List Vitamin B, C And E Moisturizer can i use these i have a relly dry skin? im really really lost.. :(

This was a no go for me. I have used quite a few and I did not appreciate the goopiness of this 😂. I have started using the Isntree micellar cleansing oil and have been really liking that for the summer.

@NOBSBeauty

4 жыл бұрын

Oooh, you've reminded me, I've been to pick up that from Isntree, going to have to add it to my cart while you have me thinking about it!

I thought I was the only one who thinks that using this with a damp face is not right. It leaves a residue even after my second cleanse with a foaming cleanser. I thought that I should try it with a dry face next time I use it. And then I came across here and I was right all this time! Gladly I watched your video!

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

This cleansing Balm is so strange, especially since the directions for it are 100% the worst way to use it. So glad you found this helpful!

Just bought 2 of this yesterday 😬 ((And the ordinary nicinamid powder and inkey list sun Screen. )) 😀 hope I Will enjoy.. 😅

@henriettasimon8813

4 жыл бұрын

I'm planning on getting the ordinary 100% Niacinamide powder ASAP. I'm really looking forward to seeing if I like it.

@mignonalverson655

4 жыл бұрын

WHERE did you order the oat cleansing balm?

@wanlund

4 жыл бұрын

Mignon Alverson cultbeauty uk :)

@mignonalverson655

4 жыл бұрын

@@wanlund Thank you! 🥰🤗

@rubenc.q.9377

3 жыл бұрын

No the niacinamide powder is not good!!

Is it effective as first cleanse? Does it break down makeup and sunscreen?

@NOBSBeauty

4 жыл бұрын

It does a great job removing makeup, mascara, and sunscreen as well. I'd recomend smoothing it on your skin for about 30-60 seconds before your rinse it off.

I personally always double cleanse with an oil cleanser and then a face wash. I honestly wouldn’t use something that’s I would have to work hard to cleanse with then I know it’s not for me. I love sunflower & kernel oil a lot in my products. ❤️

@NOBSBeauty

4 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean, at the end of the day i don't enjoy having to mess around i just want to get on with my routine and spend more time on that versus cleansing. Usually I do it in the shower...

@jenlauren143

4 жыл бұрын

No BS Beauty yes I don’t like to use something that I have to work too hard for it because then I feel like I have to scrub my face more and I don’t like doing that 🥴 I said that all wrong in my first comment so I fixed it. I don’t like scrubbing my face hard at all.

That’s just to much work for this product 😍

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree more!

Shit. I just got it 2 days ago and I was doing it wrong! Was applying it on my wet face! UGHH ! Gotta do it correctly tomorrow. Thanks Sarah ❤️

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I was using it wrong initially, too. The directions from The Inkey List aren't super helpful with this product.

@kayshashas9974

3 жыл бұрын

No BS Beauty seriously! Thank god I found your acc, at least now I know what to do. ❤️

What's an affordable one step alternative? I've tried Ceramol 311 but it doesn't remove spf and build up skincare very well and now it ever burns my skin. Cerave as well burns my skin and doesn't clean my face. Foaming cleaners are harsh and make my fine lines turn into deep wrinkles!

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

The Hada Labo makes a really nice cleansing oil that does a great job removing sunscreen- this one, no fragrance and pretty good for sensitive and dry skin types, www.yesstyle.com/en/rohto-mentholatum-hada-labo-gokujyun-oil-cleansing-200ml/info.html/pid.1068397806

@philippillis9393

3 жыл бұрын

@@NOBSBeauty thanks, love Hada Labo!

is a cloth really necessary if I use a 2nd water based cleanser? I've never used a cleansing balm before but my cleansing oil rinses off fine without much residue

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I think if you don't notice any residue then you can probably go without using a cloth- it is more personal preference more than anything. Some cleansers I use a cloth with and some are just fine without.

@SmokedHam444

3 жыл бұрын

@@NOBSBeauty Thank you for your quick response!

Are you having issues with the formula separating and leaking? How do you store yours?

@angelaroman1354

3 жыл бұрын

I had the same thing happen but turns out it was just because of the heat wave we had. I’m sure if you store it in a cool spot in your home it’ll stay more balmy than oily ☺️

@mignonalverson655

3 жыл бұрын

@@angelaroman1354 I live in Florida where it's hot and humid right now. I'd probably store it upside down in the shower in my shower caddy or under my sink. The separation looks similar to what coconut oil would do in a jar. Now if only the INKEY list would quit fooling around and KEEP it in stock. 🤣❤🙌🤗

@TheDeniseJS

3 жыл бұрын

I store it laying on its side and just "squish" the tube if it's separating :)

Do you remove it with a damp cloth or dry ?

@jasminateodorovic1248

2 жыл бұрын

Always a damp one. A dry cloth would be harsh for the skin barrier

It's crazy to me the number of cleansing oils/balms that market themselves as a single cleanser instead of the first step of a double cleanse. That works fine for me on makeup-free, light-sunscreen, winter days, buuuut... it's not gonna really get most people's faces clean.

@NOBSBeauty

4 жыл бұрын

You are so right, i couldn't imagine not using a separate Cleanser after this, it would feel too slippery on my skin.

I'm gonna skip it. Considered it but I prefer the emulsifing balm cleansers as first step

@NOBSBeauty

4 жыл бұрын

I find other cleansing balms easier to use as well, this one is definitely fussy, that's for sure.

So annoying it doesn’t emulsify with water… I guess I’ll be looking elsewhere for a double cleanse product bc this one seems to be more time consuming than I like.

💝💝💝

Is this stuff harder to get off than albolene ?

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I thought it was a bit easier to get off than albolene- it seems to work better when I apply it to dry skin then rinse off, although I do prefer using a second step cleanser afterwards.

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I hate that it is always sold out!

seems like a lot of work hahah i'll stick with my Caudalie cleansing oil

@gretab96

3 жыл бұрын

glowlinda21 yeah i do

😱😱😱😱 WHERE did you get yours??? It's been sold out since March on Sephora's website. 😭😭😭

@adannachiamaka524

3 жыл бұрын

It was back in stock last week and also again on monday.put your email on the list on Sephora so you get an email when it’s back in stock

Girrll you look like Shailene Woodley!!

@NOBSBeauty

3 жыл бұрын

I've heard that before- the nicest compliment ever!

It's just waaaaay too greasy for my liking even as a first cleanse...:(

❤️👌

Nah, just stick with an oil cleanser like Hada Labo as 1st step, follow with a gentle cleanser.