Do you also switch up your makeup for the summer?  Like my skincare routine, I usually go for more lightweight products during the summer to not clog my pores. This also means going from full-coverage foundations to light/medium-coverage ones.

Making the switch to lighter coverage makeup has also been made by a lot of people since they are transitioning from the full-glam-to-the-gods Instagram makeup to the simpler, natural-looking makeup. We’re getting tired of putting in so much time applying makeup and going ham with eyeshadow or highlighter. So, finding makeup treasures that work easily and quickly is a dime a dozen.

I was recently given the Hydromaniac Glowy Tinted Glow Hydrator Foundation by @urbandecaycosmetics and @influenster to test out in exchange for my honest review. I wasn’t obligated to make a blog post regarding my experience with this product, but wanted to share my thoughts here. This more in-depth review is made for people who are interested in reading customer experiences prior to buying new products. I’m one of those product researchers too, so I get it.

Are You a Hydromaniac, Too?

What is a hydromaniac really? Urban Decay defines a hydromaniac as someone who is obsessed with keeping their skin feeling and looking hydrated. This definitely official term can also be associated with dewy makeup, glowy makeup, or golden hour makeup. So basically, Urban Decay’s Hydromaniac Glow Tinted Glow Hydrator Foundation is supposed to bring out the inner beauty of your skin so it can shine.

The Urban Decay Hydromaniac Glowy Tinted Glow Hydrator Foundation costs $33 on Sephora USA and is designed to provide medium coverage while giving you a healthy glow. The foundation is supposed to be a lightweight formula that makes your skin feel more hydrated after 24 hours of wear due to the nourishing ingredients that are also used for some of your must-have skincare products. It’s supposed to be that

Infused with nourishing ingredients, this lightweight tinted moisturizer foundation leaves skin feeling super hydrated while minimizing pores with a blurring effect. This dewy foundation delivers a healthy glow that looks like real skin for a no-makeup, makeup look and wears for up to 24 hours. Urban Decay even tested its foundation with 281 participants and reported that 85% of them loved the product because it kept their skin looking fresh all day.

This tinted foundation gives you a luminous glow and keeps your skin glowy thanks to its key ingredients:

• Kombucha Filtrate: Detoxifies and nourishes your skin. It contains vitamin C, which lightly exfoliates your skin and boosts collagen production to eliminate signs of aging.
• Marula Oil: Hydrates your skin and seals in moisture to protect it from environmental stressors and free radicals.

Get Your Dose of Liquid Dew

Travel-Friendly Packaging

Like the dewy blush liquid that I also tried from Urban Decay, I also liked the design of the foundation packaging. It is a larger plastic tube that is also TSA-compliant so you can make this your foundation of choice while going on your summer escapades.

The Hydromaniac Glowy Tinted Glow Hydrator Foundation also has a pointed nozzle tip to pinpoint areas of application where you want to apply your drops of glow. I used this multiple times and noticed that the foundation remained clean and hygienic due to the nozzle point. Other foundations get messy over time because of the lid (usually a regular squeeze bottle or a pump). I hate having to clean the inside of the lid to get rid of the dried-up foundation, so shout out to the Urban Decay team for being so attentive.

Lightweight Consistency

The formula is not scented and has a lightweight consistency. I wouldn’t say that it is sort of watery like Urban Decay’s dewy liquid blush because it seemed a little thicker like a BB cream.  If I had no idea what the product name was, I would call this a BB cream because it is lightweight enough to wear on top of blemishes and pimples to hide some hyperpigmentation. You can easily spread this out with your fingers and it will blend out on your skin. BB creams also usually are tint mixed with various skincare ingredients, if you haven’t taken the time to see what they are.

Blends into My Skin

Urban Decay did an impressive job of sending a foundation that blended into my skin, even with different lighting. The color match for me was perfect! Since this is a light/medium coverage foundation, I was able to build this up to cover light blemishes and make them barely noticeable.

I would notice a slight lightness in the foundation to my skin if I tried layering more product for making the foundation more high coverage. That didn’t really work. If I want to layer the foundation more, I’ll probably do so in the winter when my dry skin could use more hydrating ingredients to seal off irritation and free radicals.

Your skincare prep can also play a part in the effectiveness of this foundation. If your skin is more on the flaky side of the skin type spectrum, I would suggest trying to exfoliate the night before wearing the foundation. The formula is lightweight so it can cling to flaky skin and not hide the texture, so just a note to keep in mind. It will not hide the appearance of texture, but can hide the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and blemishes/discoloration. Also, use moisturizer sparingly to create a light layer of moisture because the slipperiness of it can cause some patchiness during foundation application.

My Skin but Better

With the vegan and cruelty-free formula and the use of kombucha and Marula oil, my skin looked hydrated, bouncy, and glowy! There were times when I looked in the mirror and thought my skin was like a Barbie doll. It looked so smooth and glossy, maybe what Barbie’s skin would look like if she did her makeup.

The first time I tried this foundation, I also got compliments from my relatives because my skin looked so nice. My relative said my skin looked glowy and didn’t seem like there was any skin texture from afar. Of course, I told my relatives about this foundation so she could add it to her shopping cart.

Longlasting Glow

I wore this multiple days in hot weather for at least 6-8 hours or so and my makeup still looked great and glowy. Topping my makeup off with setting spray also helped out with keeping the foundation on my face, but the foundation did well when I did forgo days of not using setting spray, too. My skin also did not break out while using the foundation and looked calmed and moisturized. Baby smooth skin was possible while wearing and after wearing this foundation.

Would I repurchase?

I think this is well worth the $33 price point for a product that gives great coverage and makes me look more awake. If you want a break from foundation and are looking for an alternative that looks great and promotes a healthy skin barrier, consider trying this one out. The ingredients in this product also have anti-aging properties that make this impossible to say no to.

This formula didn’t break me out and actually was perfect for my dry skin. The only caveat to this product is that the foundation doesn’t contain SPF. Therefore, I would suggest applying your sunscreen first before using the foundation.

What are your thoughts on this foundation? Would you try it?

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Have you ever tried using a vitamin C derivative? 🍊If you remember my post a while back, I mentioned that I have been trying to get rid of my stubborn blemishes from hormonal acne. Pimples along my chin and jawline are usually the hardest for me to remove because it takes months sometimes for my blemishes to fade out. I used to use Vitamin C serums, but I took a step back because I didn’t enjoy it oxidizing quickly and didn’t notice any obvious difference.

I’ve been back on the Vitamin C serum lately and that’s all thanks to Korean skincare brand Dear, Klairs. They seemed have heard my prayers because I received the new Freshly Juiced Vitamin Charging Serum from @go.picky @pickyrewards and @klairs.global in exchange for my honest review! I used this product for two to three weeks in my skincare routines before coming up with my thoughts down below.

Wait, There’s an Alternative to Vitamin C?

Freshly Juiced Vitamin Charging Serum ($33.59 USD for 30 mL on Stylevana) is a Vitamin C derivative serum that gives you brighter, tighter, and bouncier skin. The derivative or alternative part of this product comes from 3-O- Ethyl Ascorbic Acid. This ingredient, unlike vitamin C, can be more stable while providing the same anti-aging effects of protecting your skin from UV damage and free radicals.

Unlike typical vitamin C serums, Dear, Klairs designed their Vitamin Charging Serum to be safe to use for daytime and nighttime so that your skin does go through any peeling or warmth flares. Your skin can be more sensitive during the day because of the high acidity levels in pure vitamin C serums. There is also supposed to be no iron-like scent or oiliness to this formula to make the serum pleasing to use and wear during the day.

Here are the ingredients that are in this serum to charge your skin for elasticity and juiciness:

• 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C): A vitamin C derivative that is less irritating than vitamin C, this alternative can help brighten your skin tone for hyperpigmentation and boost collagen production for a firmer skin barrier.
• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Niacinamide is commonly used for improving skin texture and hydrating your skin. It acts as an antioxidant by soothing signs of inflammation and making your skin more elastic. If you want plump-looking skin, this is the ingredient to look out for.
• Panthenol (Vitamin B5): This ingredient serves as an emollient that nourishes the skin to make it more firm and supported for pimple healing. It also locks in moisture so that your skin does not turn red or become dehydrated from environmental stressors.
• Adenosine: Adenosine is used to smoothen the skin and keep it hydrated. It’s a popular anti-aging ingredient because it can lessen the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and crow’s feet.
• Beta-glucan: Used to deal with signs of aging and pigmentation (melasma, blemish, freckles). Beta-glucan also has anti-bacterial properties that can clean your pores at the surface and prevent or heal breakouts.
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E): Vitamin E in tocopherol makes this a great ingredient for maintaining a healthy, moisturized skin barrier throughout the day.
• Centella Asiatica (Madecassoside): Centellas asiatica has anti-bacterial properties that help clean your pores, reduce signs of irritation, and reduce your skin’s water loss.

By the way, you can purchase this product at a cheaper price and with 10% off your total if you buy it with my discount code INF10OHMY at Stylevana. If you purchase at least $59 USD worth of your Kbeauty essentials on Stylevana, you can get 15% off your order with that same discount code. I do receive a small percentage of the commission if you use my code.

Dear, Klairs, I Love This Vitamin C

Sleek and Shiny Packaging

I’m in love with the packaging of this serum. It is a sturdy plastic pump that easily dispenses the product without making a mess. I also love the use of the iridescent wrap on the label to carry out the idea of making your skin brighter so that your true beauty can shine Either that or because holographic packaging is always fun to look at.

The plastic pump also hides any sign of seeing the product to minimize potency loss. Vitamin C serums can go bad or become ineffective because of exposure to air and sunlight. Keep this tip in mind the next time you are on the lookout for vitamin C serums.

Hint of Citrus

I usually expect some sort of citrusy or sour smell with vitamin C serums. There is a very slight citrus scent, which is expected since there are lemon, mandarin orange, and grapefruit extracts. I did not find the smell overbearing during the application. It faded away once the serum dried on my skin.

Gel Consistency

The serum is a thicker consistency like a slightly runny gel formula because of ingredients like xanthan gum. It’s also a clear formula, so it blends very well into the skin. I like how lightweight the serum is because you can easily spread one to two drops of this on your damp skin (face and neck).

Smooth and Seamless

I love how after drying that I’m not left with any oily or sticky feeling. It reminds me of hyaluronic acid serums which feel slightly tacky after application but dries into a seamless finish. You would probably forget that you put this serum on because it is a breathable formula that dries well. The slight tackiness to the serum is intentional because it acts as a primer for your preceding moisturizer, sunscreen, and/or makeup. This serum is meant to last you through the day, and creates an even surface for other products to work well and give you a radiant look.

Noticeable Difference

I’ve been seeing great improvement in my blemishes and skin texture since using this product in my morning and nighttime skincare routines. My pesky blemishes have been getting lighter (due to niacinamide and beta-glucan) and smoother (due to niacinamide, glycerin, and panthenol). This serum leaves my skin looking nourished and naturally glowy.

I’ve had no irritation or breakouts from using this product. If you want products for redness, this is also great because of the centella asiatica in it! My dry skin is really eating this serum up and loves every drop of it.

Are There Any Cons?

Some people might want a Vitamin C that can last longer than 6 months after opening, but this is usual for Vit C serums to maintain their effectiveness. This is probably the only con I can think of. Other than that, the formulation is perfect for having the clear skin that you’ve been dreaming of.

Would I repurchase?

The price is high, but I would repurchase because the ingredient list is great. I do notice my blemishes improving and my skin looking more radiant and awake! This was my first time using Dear, Klairs, and was pleasantly surprised with this.

Would you use this new serum? Let me know down below

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What is your favorite flower? I love sunflowers, but I also like pink roses since they’re my grandma’s favorite. What makes roses a popular flower of choice is not that it’s the flower of love, but it also has amazing anti-aging properties.💐

Recently, Korean skincare brand Heimish contacted me to try out their products in exchange for my honest review. I was so excited to see their rose skincare line from @heimish_uk because I never used the ingredient before. So, you know it was an obvious choice to finally try it for myself.

I used their Bulgarian Rose Satin Cream for 2-3 weeks in my day and nighttime skincare routine before coming up with the following opinions.

Why use Damask Rose Water?

Damask roses originate from the Middle East and have been well-loved for centuries for their beauty, fragrant aroma, and their skincare benefits. These flower species are often used for luxury perfumes when it calls for rose water because of their beautiful scent. Water has been known for being antibacterial (healing/preventing breakouts), its anti-inflammatory powers (soothing redness), and for toning (exfoliant).

Damask rose also contains antioxidants, vitamin C, and collagen, making it great for fighting off skin damage and maintaining youthful skin. Being out in the sun can speed up your skin’s aging process, so consider smelling the roses in your skincare, too.

What is Their Bulgarian Rose Satin Cream Supposed to Do?

Heimish’s Bulgarian Rose Satin Cream retails at $36 USD for 55 mL on their website. This cream acts as a perfect moisturizer for night and day and is meant to leave a satin-like finish. The combination of rose, flower AHA’s, and lactobionic acid make this moisturizer a must have if you love being low maintenance to stay looking high maintenance.

Not only can you use the satin cream as a moisturizer, you can also use it as a skin-protecting makeup primer to start your day on a high note. The cream is supposed to minimize the appearance and texture of wrinkles and hyperpigmentation so that you have a smooth surface. If you have dry and flaky skin, this product can be a great way to lightly exfoliate and let your true beauty bloom.

Here are some other skin-loving ingredients that make this product a possible solution for your skin:

• Flower AHA: Alpha hydroxy acids include malic acid, tartaric acid, ascorbic acid, lactobionic acid (all of which are listed as ingredients in this product), and many other types of acids that help exfoliate dead skin cells and promote cell turnover to reveal smoother, younger skin.
  
• Propanediol: Helps your skin better absorb product so that it can be moisturized and nourished to maintain a youthful glow.
• Fatty Acids: Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Myristic Acid are in this product formulation to act as emollients that boost your skin’s hydration so that it stays healthy for longer.
• Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891): Used to enhance the effects of anti-aging ingredients in your cosmetics and provides UV protection to delay your skin’s aging process from enviornmental stressors.
• Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract: Contains antioxidants that can help fight UV damage that can dehydrate your skin and speed up the aging process.
• Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil: Provides antioxidants and antimicrobial properties so that your breakouts aren’t infected and can go through a smooth healing process.
• Flower Extracts: Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender), Viola Tricolor, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower, and Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extracts work together to soothe your skin and improve skin circulation to reveal a healthier, more radiant complexion.

By the way, you can purchase this product at a cheaper price and with 10% off your total if you buy it with my discount code INF10OHMY at Stylevana. If you purchase at least $59 USD worth of your Kbeauty essentials on Stylevana, you can get 15% off your order with that same discount code. I do receive a small percentage of the commission if you use my code.

Satin Smooth Skin

Satin Skin is Very Much a Thing

This not only makes my skin look bouncy and firm, but it also makes it prepped for wearing makeup. My skin looked so plump because the cream contains some mica (the source for all your glittery shine in your cosmetics). I would also consider this product as a tone-up cream because it lightly brightens my complexion, but it’s a slight hint that doesn’t seem unnatural.

Long-lasting Hold for Makeup

I tested this typically with my morning routine where I use my natural makeup essentials. The cream contains silica which is a common ingredient for primers, so I already knew the formula would smooth my skin texture. My makeup lasted well with this cream as a base and it lasted throughout the day. This works extraordinarily well with Heimish’s BB Creams that I had the chance to test out, as well.

Creamy, but Not Overbearing

This moisturizer reminded me so much of a L’Occitane rose hand cream that I had when I was younger. It had a pleasant smell of roses but had a creamy, thick consistency that could easily disperse into a light barrier to seal in your skin’s moisture. Now that I think of it, this cream reminds me of the L’Occitane cream because Heimish’s moisturizer contains shea butter.

Because of these comparisons to the hand cream I had used in the past, I can justify the price point. You don’t need a lot of product for your face. You can use a cherry-size amount of product to cover your face and neck without having white cast or breakouts.

Skin Improvement

My blemishes slightly lightened while using this product. Of course, my blemishes looked less visible while wearing the cream because of the use of mica and thickening ingredients that made my skin look radiant and smooth. After taking it off, the blemishes still looked slightly lightened due to the many antibacterial and gentle exfoliation ingredients. No breakouts occurred and my skin never looked irritated.

Cons

Scented Ingredients

This isn’t a con for me, but just a detail to know. This moisturizer by Heimish contains some scent due to the extracts in it like lavender extract and orange peel extract. Some sensitive skin types might not like this product if they use too much product because it could make them break out. To prevent this negative experience, I would say to go heavy with toners and serums beforehand and then apply this moisturizer while your skin is damp.

Some Patchiness Could Occur

Depending on your makeup or skincare regimen, Heimish’s satin cream can be iffy for you. I noticed that my foundation would not blend well with this cream as a primer. However, this product would be fine when using BB creams. I think using this product underneath makeup can be trial and error, but BB creams or skin tint serums could be perfect. High-coverage foundations probably aren’t compatible with this moisturizer. If you try to layer your foundation to build up coverage with this cream, patchiness could also be an issue, too.

Would I repurchase?

Yes to both! I really enjoyed the satin cream since I’ve never heard of a product like this. This can also be a “tone-up cream” since it can blend into different skin shades and leaves a nice, smoothing foundation for makeup. If you use light to medium-coverage face makeup products, using this cream will be a breeze for you.

Would you try any of these? Let me know down below.

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What comes to mind when you think of “exfoliation?” Do you think of physical exfoliators that require intense scrubbing, say a sugar scrub? For skincare newbies, that’s usually what they think of. It can also come with some shudders because some people might over exfoliate to the point where their skin is stripped and screaming for moisture.

Beauty is Not Pain

I used to be one of those people that hated exfoliating my skin because I feared that burning sensation after using makeup wipes. It was so unbearable! Now that I’ve restored my skin barrier and cleared my skin, I wish I had access to high-quality skincare to prevent this issue. By skincare, I also have to include my new HaruHaru Wonder Centella Toner. I received it for free from Picky and HaruHaru Wonder in exchange for my honest review.

What’s So Good About the HaruHaru Wonder Centella 3% PHA Gentle Liquid Exfoliating Serum?

HaruHaru Wonder’s Centella 3% PHA Gentle Liquid Exfoliating Serum is a new release that focuses on gentle exfoliation. This means you can get rid of blackheads and sebum without having that stinging sensation. The product helps you have a great exfoliation experience because of the key ingredients in its vegan formula:

• Polyhydroxy Acids aka PHA: These are similar to AHA’s because they can exfoliate dead skin cells at the surface to reveal a brighter complexion by evening your skin tone and skin texture. There are also studies that report PHA’s can help hydrate the skin and encourage cell generation to improve your skin’s appearance.
• Centella Asiatica Extract: Centella Asiatica is commonly used in skincare as a solution to redness and irritation. The extract helps soothe skin upon contact and has been historically known to be a solution for healing wounds.
• Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Water: Orange water is used to provide a light dosage of vitamin C. Vitamin C not only is an ingredient for blemishes and discoloration, it can help brighten dull skin and encourage collagen production to reveal younger, healthier skin.
  
• Anti-Sebum P (patented ingredient): HaruHaru Wonder’s patented ingredient helps with sebum and oil so that you won’t be frequently prone to blackheads and other stubborn breakouts.

I received a full-size version of the HaruHaru Wonder Centella 3% PHA Gentle Liquid Exfoliating Serum, which is 120 mL for $28.00 USD on Stylevana. This serum was part of my skincare routine (both daytime and nighttime) for about three weeks before I came up with my following review.

If you want to try this product out because of the amazing ingredient list, you can save 10% off your order through Stylevana by using my discount code, INF10OHMY, at checkout. If you purchase at least $59 USD on Stylevana, you can use my code to save 15% off your order. I do receive a small commission if you do use my discount code.

Why Might I Enjoy HaruHaru Wonder’s Exfoliating Serum?

A Perfect Addition for an Aesthetic Routine

The frosted matte packaging is so cute and elegant. The bottle is made from sturdy plastic and is lightweight. Because of the packaging design having a plastic focus, I think this can actually be great for traveling. The cap does twist, so I would recommend taping it or putting it in a ziplock bag for travel.

Easy and Carefree Experience

The serum is transparent and thin, like water. It does leave your skin with an unmistakable glow thanks to the orange extract and fermented black tea and with a slightly sticky texture. It was easy to spread around on my face and neck area.

Due to the slight tackiness post-application, I think this would be a great addition to a morning skincare routine. By using it in the morning, moisturizers and makeup primers would be easier to apply. There was a slight orange scent since orange water is the second most ingredient in the product list. However, the scent does fade once the product dries on your skin.

Using the product was very easy. Personally, I would put 3-4 drops of the product on my hands to pat onto wet skin. I think the consistency of the product can be good to soak onto cotton pads and leave them on your face for 10-20 minutes as a sheet mask or toner pad.

Sensitive Skin Approved

There is no noticeable scent with this product and it is gentle on my skin, which is great since it is sensitive skin tested. It did not break me out.

The formulation being sensitive-skin-friendly also would make this product great if you are dealing with a damaged skin barrier that is in need of moisture. Since the exfoliating ingredients of PHA’s are in low doses compared to other stronger, more potent, exfoliating serums, this is a great introduction to exfoliation.

A Slow Process, but Noticeable Improvement

I have been using this for the past 2 weeks and have noticed my blemishes being less prominent. This is a great light exfoliator for evening skin tone and making your skin more radiant. I thoroughly enjoyed using the product because it left my skin looking super dewy and plump. That’s all I could simply want for my dry skin.

Were There Any Cons to Trying HaruHaru Wonder’s Exfoliating Serum?

There were no cons to using the HaruHaru Wonder serum since it did not sting or irritate my skin. It’s very friendly to even the most sensitive of skin types.

I think someone would not enjoy this product if they are expecting to see a dramatic difference overnight. However, those products are not friendly for skincare newbies or people with sensitive skin. Since this is a leave-in exfoliating treatment that has a gentler ingredient list, this makes it easier to prevent skincare mishaps. Stronger exfoliating products may require you to go heavy with moisturizing skincare or with SPF since your skin can end up very sensitive to UV rays. HaruHaru Wonder’s serum clearly considers this niche market in this product.

Would I repurchase?

Yes! This was my first time trying @haruharuwonder_official thanks to @go.picky and @pickyrewards and I was pleasantly surprised with this one! I’ll definitely be putting this on my skincare wishlist for when I run out. My breakouts have been less frequent or obvious lately, so products like these are great to have.

What’s your opinion on exfoliating skincare products? Would you try this out? Let me know down below!

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Have you considered swapping out your makeup wipes? Sometimes, a cleanser and some makeup wipes just aren’t enough to make sure you get rid of makeup, dirt, and dust. Makeup wipes are great to carry every once in a while, but they can be so abrasive on your skin … especially if you have sensitive skin or a damaged skin barrier.

I didn’t know the hard truth about cleansing my face until when I started college. Makeup wipes were my religion, and I could not go a day without using it at night. The problem? Well, it was so annoying to tug and tug at my skin to remove my cakey layers of makeup and end up with a face that was red like a tomato and stung like as if I rubbed it on sandpaper. The stinging sensation was so annoying and made me not look forward to skincare.

Add that cringeworthy routine on top of poor physical and mental health, and BOOM! You got yourself a damaged skin barrier with the most stubborn cystic acne ever.

How can you get yourself out of this skincare scenario? It took me months to figure out a solution to healing my acne problems and I think I have a perfect suggestion for you.

Starting from Zero

When I started my skincare journey back in 2019 with the aforementioned skincare situation, I was fortunate to already have some skincare to start with. One of the products that I kept in my routine after doing a deep cleanse of terrible, incompatible products was Banila Co’s Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm.

I already had somewhat of an idea about this balm since I would casually browse through Korean skincare and Korean makeup. It wasn’t until I stumbled upon it in the duty-free shopping area of the Incheon airport during a layover did I finally give in. 2019 was also the time when the concept of double cleansing and the infamous 10-step Korean skincare routine were trending on social media. Buying this balm was a no-brainer since other people were raving about it. There had to be a slight possibility that I would love it, too.

Why Would You Like the Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm?

Banila Co’s Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm is a skincare product that can work for all skin types. It has the simple purpose of removing makeup, buildup, and dirt without stripping your skin of its much-needed moisture. The best part is the there’s no wipe necessary, so the constant tugging on your skin is gone! You just have to wash your face after using it and continue with your skincare routine.

The cleansing balm has also been a favorite among skincare lovers because of its sherbet-to-oil formulation. The product can be scooped with the included spatula for a hygenic experience. Once the sherbet mixture is in contact with your skin and spread out, it melts into an oil that can even remove your stubborn waterproof mascara. As someone with dry skin who uses waterproof makeup pretty often, Banila Co’s balm sounds like a creamy dream in a jar.

Not convinced that you’ll like the cleansing balm? Here are some ingredients that makes this product great for you:

• Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate): Has antioxidant properties and encourages healthy cell regeneration to make your skin less inflamed and appear younger.
• Vitamin C (Acerola Cherry Fruit Extract): Helps even out skin tone by brightening blemishes or discoloration, and can help with collagen production for younger-looking skin.
• Active Botanicals (Bambusen Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract): A common bamboo extract that helps with inflammation and can be used for wound healing because of phenolic compounds.
• Hot Spring Water (Onsen-Sui): The Japanese hot spring water has anti-inflammatory properties by encouraging blood circulation (a vasodilative effect) and helps moisturize dry and cracked skin.
• This product is also free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates so you don’t have to worry about harming your health for the sake of baby smooth skin.

The cleansing balm usually retails for $27.00 USD for its original 6.09 oz jar. If you want to purchase the regular size jar of 6.09 oz., you can actually use my Stylevana discount code INF10OHMY to get 10% off all orders. You will get 15% off on your order with the same code if you purchase at least $59 USD. You can click the link here to take you to Stylevana’s website to check out the cleansing balm. Keep in mind I will receive some commission with the code.

The original 6.09 oz. version of the Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm may seem like a lot, but trust me when I tell you that a little product goes a long way. A cherry-sized scoop of the balm can be powerful enough to break down all of your makeup. One second you’re a made up to the gods. The next second you’ll look like a raccoon (that’s cute, of course). The regular-size jar lasted in my collection for almost a year and a half since I usually do light makeup. If you put makeup on frequently, this time estimate can vary.

The Good Parts

 A Little Goes a Long Way

The original 6.09 oz. version of the Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm may seem like a lot, but trust me when I tell you that a little product goes a long way. A cherry-sized scoop of the balm can be powerful enough to break down all of your makeup. One second you’re a made up to the gods. The next second you’ll look like a raccoon (that’s cute, of course). The regular-size jar lasted in my collection for almost a year and a half since I usually do light makeup. If you put makeup on frequently, this time estimate can vary.

Easy to Use

The oil made even the hardest makeup a breeze to remove. In fact, rubbing the product in kind of felt like I was giving myself a facial massage since my hands became so slippery. The sherbet would go from an opaque white to a clear oil on my skin. Once it comes into contact with water, the product turns into a milky liquid that takes away all the gunk from your face.

Non-Irritating Formula

The product is great for all skin types. When my skin was suffering from dryness and frequent breakouts, the cleansing balm was a great, soothing product for my routine. Unlike makeup wipes or cotton pads, my skin felt baby skin soft after washing. There was no stinging sensation either. In fact, my skin looked and felt healthier because it would take out my flaky skin and reveal a smoother surface. At a time when I was struggling with my damaged skin barrier, this product was a huge relief and made me feel like myself again.

The Bad Parts

Did I scare you with the subheader? There’s no cons for me.

Honestly, in terms of the formulation, there was no bad part. My skin did not break out from using this product. It made it easier to double cleanse and ensure that my other skincare products were being absorbed into my skin.

In terms of the process of washing my face, it’s normal for it to be a little messy. If you hate having to wash your face so often, maybe you wouldn’t like this product since water can go everywhere. Some people also don’t want to scoop their makeup remover all the time, so that is a valid complaint if you’re not interested in this item.

Is This Worth the Hype?

Yes, for sure! I completely understand why this product has been well-loved. Even though I first tried this product in 2019, I still keep repurchasing it because it works!

To this day, this balm is the first product I use in my nighttime routine whenever I wear makeup. I recommend using this before using a micellar water makeup remover for dry skin people to prevent harsh tugging, especially around the eyes.

The formula has been so friendly to my dry skin that I even purchased the travel size versions of the cleansing balm to bring with me for trips. If you are interested in trying their different cleansing balm formulations meant for different skin benefits, you can also check here for more. They have formulas focused on purifying your skin, improving discoloration, and exfoliation to remove excess sebum.

Have you tried the balm before? How was your experience with it? Would love to know your thoughts!

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