#cleansing balm

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>> dainty.nugs

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Beauty Bay Skincare

I had no idea that Beauty Bay had their own skincare line, so I bought a few things to try out. It is very affordable and although the packaging is quite basic and no frills, the products themselves are very good. It reminds me of brands like The Ordinary with their focus on delivering great products but not wasting money on overpriced packaging, and I like that! Simple packaging but good quality…

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BEST melting makeup removing cleansing balm🧡 found on Amazon and safe for sensitive skin!👏🏽 #skin

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no one asked but here's my skincare routine xx 🌚 (including pictures of all the products !)

i'm a teen with acne-prone slightly sensitive skin that gets oily by the end of the day🧖‍♀️

(i'm 99% sure i'm allergic to salicylic acid bc it didn't help with my breakouts/caused them so i avoid it in my routine❕)

as a makeup remover i use the elf holy hydration makeup melting balm 🚿

& a makeup eraser cloth 🧽

for stubborn waterproof eye makeup i use garnier skin active micellar cleaning water all-in-1 waterproof (aka the blue one) i have a huge bottle of it :)💧

(i want to start using reusable cotton rounds so pls lmk of any good brands !)

i just ran out but if i haven't worn makeup but my pores feel especially clogged i use the burt's bees oil cleanser 🥥 (you do have to double cleanse with a water based cleanser afterwards !)

for a daily water-based facial cleanser i use two different ones

the cerave foaming facial cleanser 🧼 "oil control" on the bottle is no joke ! i don't get oily in the day anymore bc of the niacinamide in this :)

but it can be a little drying/strong so i mix it with the cetaphil gentle skin cleanser 🛁

i use this really cheap & generic silicone face scrubber for my nostrils/chin/sideburn-hairline area 🧽

once a week i use this scrub pixi peel and polish its a mask with physical and chemical exfoliants

it smells like lemon cucumber water🥒 and can also be used for body acne on the chest, back, & arms !!

once a week i use an AHA chemical exfoliant it's elf supertone toner 🌝 it has glycolic acid and is has a little bit of a lemony scent

what i use as a daily toner is thayer's rose-scented witch hazel spray 💌 it calms down any redness i have instantly !

i used to use the cerave daily moisturizing lotion but it was a little oily and it was impossible to apply makeup on 🧘 so now i use it on my hands before doing my facial moisturizer

and for that i use a mix of elf holy hydration gel-yeah moisturizer and elf holy hydration face cream 💦 it's pretty self-explanatory but the former is a clear gel and the latter is a white cream, i adjust the proportions for my moisture needs :) ⛲️

in the winter or if my face feels dry or in need of healing i use clinique moisture surge overnight face mask 🦪

"mask" is a little misleading as you just apply it with your moisturizer like any other lotion 🧴 it's super hydrating, it's a little expensive but i got it as a gift and a little goes a long way ! :)

after a breakout has healed completely i use a little bio oil on top of my moisturizer to fade any dark spots/scars 🐚

after i shower and exfoliate my lips i use this random lip mask from bath and body works that's watermelon scented 🍉 it's thick (a little goes a long way) and yummy

i also use smith's rosebud salve in this tin 🌹 it's like a nice scented vaseline

i don't use it all the time bc it's expensive but i love the mario badescu caffeine eye cream💆it's so good for my sunken dark circles ! but avoid getting it in your eye and keeping it in the bathroom bc it curdles if it gets too hot from shower steam

for active acne spots i use might patch pimple patches 🩹regular for whiteheads and micropoint ones for swollen spots under the skin

those are pretty expensive so for smaller spots i use mario badescu drying lotion overnight 🫧

i'm pretty bad at remembering sunscreen in the morning but i just got the glow recipe dew balm with spf 45 and niacinamide 🌸 i love the glow and the light fruity scent :)

i do want mention that my life-saver game-changer for stopping cystic acne (those painful lumps deep in the skin) and just acne in general has been hormonal birth control pills ! after i started BC for pcos/hormonal reason all of my breakouts decreased significantly🪽

tysm for reading !! 🕊️ xx

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Meet Your Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm Dupe – Heimish All Clean Balm

In the realm of skincare, we owe an immense debt of gratitude to the world of K-Beauty, particularly for popularizing oil-based cleansers like cleansing balms. Ever since I incorporated one into my routine years ago, it's transformed the way I care for my skin.

The Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm has garnered popularity in the West, but there's an equally delightful and budget-friendly K-Beauty alternative: the Heimish All Clean Balm – a true favorite of mine!

This gem from the K-Beauty world offers a luxurious cleansing experience without breaking the bank, making it a must-try for those seeking quality and affordability. Read the full blog post here: Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm Dupe

Have you tried these before?

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Cleansing balm be like

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Review of YADAH's Green Tea Pure Cleansing Balm

YADAH is a Korean brand that cares about the health of your skin and the planet. They aim to make products from the best and safest natural ingredients. Their Green Tea Pure Cleansing Balm is designed to remove fine dust and oil in addition to heavy makeup, it’s designed in particular for sensitive skin. Key ingredients include 0.3% of green tea leaf powder (improves skin complexion, anti-aging, soothing, tones skin), olive fruit oil (moisturizing, anti-aging, healing, anti-inflammatory, anti-wrinkle, gently exfoliating), sunflower seed oil (moisturizing, vitamin-rich, anti-aging, treats dry skin), lavender oil (detoxifying, anti-acne, healing, skin toning, brightening) and tocopherol (strengthens skin, increases moisture, improves elasticity, moisturizing). This product retails for between $14-22 USD, you can get it here for $14.94 + shipping.

Ingredients

Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Beeswax, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Water, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder (0.3%), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Medica Vulgaris (Citron) Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil

To quickly note, I received this for free from Picky and YADAH in exchange for my honest review.

The balm contains 100 ml (3.38 oz) and doesn’t have a noticeable fragrance, but it does contain many essential oils.

The balm is pretty standard and doesn’t feel too heavy.

It's pretty oily and does start to break down to a more liquid form pretty fast.

It removes makeup very nicely and is non-stripping.

It doesn’t leave any oil residue once rinsed off.

Recommended use is to place an appropriate amount on dry hands and face and gently massage into the skin. It’s easy to rinse off or remove with tissue paper. It’s recommended to follow up with a cleansing foam. This is specifically formulated for sensitive skin. After using, so there are many essential oils in the ingredients list so this product is not fragrance-free. The physical fragrance isn't very noticeable, however. The cleansing balm has a very easy texture to work with and despite having a fair amount of irritants, this is a very gentle product that is suitable to any skin type, even to sensitive skin as I didn't personally notice any irritation. The ingredients are all very helpful in the skin maintaining moisture without being stripping or leaving a film or residue behind. I found this worked really well to remove dirt and gunk from my pores as well, it's also been gentle around my recent nose piercing. It's great to use as a double cleanse, both steps really help you feel clean without leaving the skin tight. I'd recommend this to anyone with dry, sensitive skin with enlarged pores.

What I like: this balm is very gentle, non-irritating, non-stripping and doesn't leave any film or residue. It's effective at removing dirt and oil and makeup is really nice to help loosen extra dirt from the pores. What I don't like: while it didn't affect me, there are several essential oils in this which can be irritants.

Pros:

Non-stripping

Gentle

Breaks down makeup easily

Removes dirt and oil effectively

Sensitive skin friendly

Doesn't leave a film or residue

Cons:

Contains irritants

Would I buy this?

Yes

Rating: 8/10

[jessajaguarbeauty]

Thank you so much @banilacousa for sending me* the Clean It Zero Brightening Cleansing Balm! I've been using the Original version for YEARS and I can't wait to try it 🤩 This came at the perfect time too because my Super Sized version is on its last few uses 😁

*Gifted. Not sponsored. Not an ad.

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Beauty Product Empties 2024

I have quite a few empties I want to tell you about. A few of them are favourites that I always repurchase (products that I know and love) but there are also a couple of new things that have surprised me. So let’s get to it, as there is lots I want to tell you about. BYOMA now this was a brand that I had been aware of (they are all over social media) and was excited to be sent two of their…

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7 Oil Cleansing Mistakes Even Beauty Pros Make

Oil cleansing isn’t just another trendy skincare ritual—it’s a game-changer when done right. But even seasoned beauty pros and skincare enthusiasts can unknowingly fall into common traps that sabotage their routine. Whether you’re into K-beauty-inspired rituals or just love indulging your skin in rich facial oils, avoiding these oil cleansing mistakes is crucial for clear, balanced, and radiant…

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March & April 2025 Empties

* = disliked the product - would not repurchase ** = liked the product - would not repurchase *** = liked the product - might or might not repurchase **** = loved the product - would repurchase *HOLY GRAIL!*

1. atrix Beauty Charge Honey & Yuzu Hand Cream (80g) source: n/a thoughts: I love the scent of these hand creams, but they aren't the moist moisturising. rating: **

2. heimish All Clean Balm: Mandarin (5ml/0.16oz) source: sample thoughts: I really like Heimish's cleansing balms, but I prefer the original one more. I feel like this one was more oily. I like the consistency of this, as it wasn't too thick to the point that it becomes hard to spread. rating: ***

3. steambase Tea Tree Scalp Water Scaler (250ml/8.45oz) source: YesStyle thoughts: I feel like this did help with my scalp condition. My scalp isn't as itchy compared to before when I use this in combination with a regular shampoo. I like the packaging of this, as it's a skinny bottle and has a cap that I can easily determine if the bottle is opened or not. This product also comes as a refill so you do not have to buy the bottle again. The refill allows you to fill the bottle up at least 2 times. rating: ***

4. O HUI Age Recovery skin softener (150ml) source: Jolse thoughts: I really like this. It is hydrating and very light. It also absorbs really well. I used this during the day and would pat it into my skin at least two times. rating: ***

5. Davids natural mint+charcoal toothpaste (149g/5.25oz) source: well.ca thoughts: I did really like this toothpaste, but as I use it more I feel like it doesn't do that great of a job in helping me whiten my teeth or keep it white. Plus this is an American product, which I want to try to lean away from. I just checked and it seems that this is now discontinued. rating: ***

6. I'm from Supul Body Scrub & Wash (300g/10.58oz) source: YesStyle thoughts: I really love the look of this, a simple glass bottle with what it is on the bottom in black font. It's a very minimalistic look. However, the product itself wasn't that great. I didn't find it that exfoliating and the product was kind of hard to dispense, compared to the lotion. But I do love the scent of this. I got this for about $30CAD on YesStyle. rating: ***

7. AYUNCHE Rebalancing Mask (200ml/6.7oz) source: Stylevana thoughts: I don't know if this really did anything for my hair or scalp. This has a herbal kind of scent to it which my mom did not like. I did not mind the scent at all. It was okay but at the price of $74 it was a very steep price for an okay product. At the time when I purchased this it was a brand that was hard to find, but now you can find it for about $25-30CAD. Stylevana has also added additional AYUNCHE products now and this mask is at a much much lower price point now. rating: ***

8. The Saem Perfumed Hand Shea Butter: Garden Rose (30ml/1.01oz) source: Gift thoughts: I found this to be very thick and it wasn't moisturizing enough. It does smell very nice though but not something I would get. rating: *

9. NARD Himalaya Herb Body Wash (100ml/3.38oz) source: Stylevana thoughts: This smells very nice. It has a very earthy and forest kind of scent to it. The formulation of this was quite nice. It lathered well and I feel like it cleansed my skin well without stripping it. rating: **

10. SKINFOOD yuja C Vita Daily Mask (30 masks) source: Skinfood (Korea) thoughts: I really enjoyed using this. I feel like it really helps with my skins moisture levels. I'm definitely more prone to using these when they are out on my counter in a container rather than a bag. I can't wait to use my other ones. I'm really attracted to these daily masks in a tub and also the overnight gel masks as of right now. rating: ***

11. By Wishtrend Green Tea & Enzyme Milky Foaming Wash (140ml/4.73oz) source: YesStyle thoughts: I really like using milky or gel type cleansers, hence I did enjoy using this. My skin didn't feel dry and it felt like it did do a good job of cleansing. The only thing that I don't like is the design of the bottle. The product dispenses well however the tip always has a dried/harden part of the product which annoys me a little as I really have to mush that bit to make it into a better consistency. This took me 170 days to finish and I used it twice a day. rating: ***

12. Skin & Lab Clean & Easy Blemish Spot Patch (54 patches) source: YesStyle thoughts: These have two sizes in them. You get 2 sheets of the 10mm with 15 on each sheet and 2 sheets of the 12mm with 12 on each sheet. The concept of these for the application are nice as they are quite thin. They have a step 1 and 2 sticker on top of the patch for easier application. But I found that it didn't always peel properly. Good thing is that the sheet itself still has like a perforated tear so you can just peel off the step guide and then peel the patch off from the sheet. These work just the same as any other spot patch. I still personally like my G9 Skin ones as they are all one size, since I rarely break out in places where the small sizes would be required. rating: **

13. Jo Malone Nectarine Blossom & Honey Cologne source: sample thoughts: This has always been my favourite scent from Jo Malone since I discovered the world of perfume and fragrances. I have mentioned before that I do gravitate towards citrus scents more but I don't mind this floral scent at all, as this is light. I really do enjoy Jo Malone scents as they are light and layer-able. I never got around to purchasing a full size of this as it is quite expensive plus I do want to go through my collection before buying any new ones. rating: **

14. Petitfee Super Seed Lip Oil (3g/0.1oz) source: Stylevana thoughts: I really like this, especially the applicator. I like that it's a plastic applicator and not like the doe foot. Cause the applicator doesn't get as dirty/ sticky as you use it more. As for the formulation, it's not sticky and it absorbs quickly. I do feel like its moisturizing but not as good as the one by Clarins and the one I'm currently using, by Hince. I feel like this one would be better for the warmer months as it's lighter than the Clarins and Hince ones. This smells like honey which is very nice. rating: ***

15. hersteller Wonder Veggie Juicy Treatment Essence (150ml/5.07oz) source: Jolse thoughts: I really like the ingredients in this as it contains some really good ingredients. This essence is said to be made up of 90% kale extract which helps improve skin strength with a slightly acidic formula. I feel like this was quite hydrating and that it did a good job of maintaining my skin condition. I definitely prefer something a little thicker at night rather than having to layer a thin essence multiple times to achieve the hydration I need. I used this at night, patting this into my skin 3 times. I finished this in 118 days. I really enjoyed the Wonder Veggie line by hersteller, but probably would not repurchase again as there are other products that are similar for around the same price point. There wasn't much of a scent to it, very clean and fresh. rating: **

16. Carenology95 Be:Fine The AC Spot Treatment (10g/0.35oz) source: Jolse thoughts: This has been my all time favourite spot treatment. I see results even if it is slow. Especially if you're consistent with it you'll definitely notice a difference. But this is getting harder and harder to find. rating: *HOLY GRAIL!*

17. Huxley Conditioning Mask: One Moment (5 sheets) source: YesStyle thoughts: I haven't used Huxley products in a while and the scent of the mask really brings me back. I really like using Huxley's oil essence and especially the scent just gives me a sense of calm. I just checked all my usual sites and it seems like they no longer sell Huxley products, but you can still find it if you do a google search. However, the price might be higher now compared to before. And sadly when I went to Korea the store was closed on that day of the week, so I couldn't check out the products nor stock up on certain items. But I really enjoyed using these masks as it provided a really good amount of hydration. rating: ***

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The unboxing video can be watched on Instagram or Tiktok.

I'm so grateful to Versed for the chance to try out their new and reformulated products. I absolutely adore their products, and have tried a good chunk of their lineup of products thanks to @beautytapofficial . I got sent their new Weekend Glow Serum and Eye Serum, both of which feature vitamin C. Fun fact: Versed was the first brand that I saw results with my post acne red spots and the ingredient Vitamin C. I also got sent their cleansing balm, a terry cloth headband, and their lovely Moisture Cream which is a new favorite. It's a rich cream, but not overly thick. I'll be posting some individual reviews soon, and keep an eye out for more Versed goodies on my page soon!