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Then I Met You Living Cleansing Balm Versus Dear, Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil

Makeup Remover
Makeup Remover
American Brand United States
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on March 19, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.

The components of grape seeds have many skin benefits. Research has found it to be antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Proanthocyanidin has been shown to help even out skin tone.

Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. Grape seed extract may help reduce the signs of aging.

The antimicrobial properties of grape seed may help treat acne. However, more research is needed to support this claim.

Grape seed has also been found to help absorb UV rays. Grape seed extract should not replace your sunscreen.

The fatty acids of grape seed oil give it emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by creating a film. This film traps moisture within, keeping your skin hydrated.

Learn more about Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient, Emulsifying

Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate comes from Isostearic Acid and glycerin.

It is an emollient, emulsifier, and gentle cleanser. As an emollient, it helps trap moisture to keep skin soft and hydrated. Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating.

This ingredient is common in oil-based products. This is because it helps oil-ingredients be easily washed away without leaving a residue.

Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate may not be fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate

When to use

118 Routines
11% use in am
89% use in pm
91% use every day
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191 Routines
12% use in am
88% use in pm
90% use every day
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Reviews

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Then I Met You Living Cleansing Balm 19 ingredients

3.3 /5
from 3 ratings
Heavy (1) Light Scent (1) No Scent (1)
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JeeNee

12 months ago
Review

It’s just okay for me. I received in a box I subscribe to and I don’t find myself reaching for it

#no scent
#works well
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Samantha Dyer

7 months ago
Review

I like this cleansing balm but it isn't my favourite. The balm doesn't melt down enough so it takes a long time to work it into my skin. I don't find that it cleanses my skin as effectively as other cleansing balms and the yellow colour almost stains my skin. There is a slight scent, definitely isn't overpowering though. I do love the packaging!

#heavy
#light scent

Dear, Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil 6 ingredients

4.2 /5
from 6 ratings
Expensive (2) Light (2) Hydrating (1)
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Naria Fo

9 months ago
Review

Very few ingredients, non comedogenic, and easy to emulsify. I love this one! Has oils that are great for oily acne prone skin.

#expensive
#hydrating
#light
#no scent
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Mixch

12 months ago
Review

Non è pesante e lascia la pelle pulita.
Non male per i punti neri, peccato per il prezzo troppo alto

#expensive
#light
#light scent