I swore I’d never double cleanse. Too many steps, too much time.
But my sunscreen was ghosting me—leaving a film no single wash could touch.
It’s the cult balm from Then I Met You. $38 for 3.7 oz. They claim it melts makeup and “prepares” skin for a second cleanse.
Sorbet Texture
Feels like a sherbet that liquifies on contact.
No Blur Vision
Emulsifies cleanly with water—zero greasy residue.
The Scent
A subtle, herbal tangerine—not a synthetic fruit bomb.
Photo: Poko Skincare / Unsplash
It’s a cocktail of oils and butters. Not just melting agents—they picked ones with skin benefits.
- Meadowfoam Seed Oil: Mimics skin’s natural oils for a non-stripping cleanse
- Sea Buckthorn Oil: Packed with omegas to soothe redness
- Shea & Mango Butter: Provide slip to dissolve makeup without tugging
- Japanese Licorice Root Extract: A brightening bonus for leftover pigmentation
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It’s a satisfying, slick melt. Massages over dry skin like a silky gel—pulls out grits from my pores almost immediately.
By week two, my second cleanse started lathering like crazy. The real win? My skin felt prepped, not parched.
My makeup wipes are officially retired. Foundation, waterproof mascara—gone in one go. But it didn’t magically shrink my pores.
The method isn’t a myth—but this balm makes it feel less like a chore. It’s the indulgent first step that actually works.