Best Korean Cleansing Balms and Oils

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Hanskin PHA Pore Cleansing Balm cleanses the pores with Polyhydroxy acids, which softly exfoliate dead skin cells to clear the pores.

Hanskin PHA Pore Cleansing Balm

Banila Co Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm is a best-selling Korean product that's one of the first cleansing balms to make a big splash in the United States.

Banila Co Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm

Klairs Gentle Black Deep Cleansing Oil has a mixture of oils that effectively remove dirt, makeup, and pollutants.

Klairs Gentle Black Deep Cleansing Oil

It contains papaya enzymes, which are excellent for gently removing dead skin cells and refining the appearance of pores. 

Glow Recipe Papaya Enzyme Cleansing Balm

This lightweight cleansing oil is also effective at removing waterproof makeup. 

Etude House Real Art Moisture Cleansing Oil

Your double-cleansing experience will be more pleasant because of its sherbet-like texture that glides smoothly over the skin.

Fig Cleansing Balm

Double cleansing is particularly crucial for acne-prone skin since cleansing twice will better remove makeup, and oil that clog pores. 

Benefits of Cleansing Balm as Your First Cleanse