Then I Met You Living Cleansing Balm 90g
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If you've been dreaming of adding Then I Met You to your skin care rituals, chances are this is the formula that captured your attention. Earning glowing write-ups from the beauty buffs at Allure, Glamour and Refinery29, not to mention copious awards - you're looking at Caroline Hirons' Choice for 2020 Product of the Year - the Living Cleansing Balm melts away sunscreen, make up and excess sebum to reveal a perfectly refreshed, calm complexion. The supremely sensorial formula has hints of rosemary, persimmon and grapefruit to delight your senses as vitamin E and plant oils feed your face with antioxidants and fatty acids and free it from impurities. It was all so dull, then we met the Living Cleansing Balm...
A staple in the rituals - it transcends the passive act of routine - of beauty editors and skintellectuals alike, Then I Met You's Living Cleansing Balm effortlessly melts away make up, sunscreen and excess sebum while feeding your skin with antioxidants and fatty acids.
The ultimate first cleanse, this sorbet-soft balm is designed to be massaged into skin - pause to appreciate the sensorial notes of rosemary, persimmon and grapefruit - to easily melt away oil-based impurities. It's crafted from a luxurious blend of lightweight plant oils including sea buckthorn oil (adored for its abundance of fatty acids such as stearic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, and omega 6); olive oil (a nourishing antioxidant that boasts anti-inflammatory properties and supports your skin barrier); finally, grapeseed oil (an antioxidant-rich emollient that nourishes as it gently lifts impurities - cue round of applause). It doesn't end with that holy trinity of oils though - it's also laced with persimmon extract to protect your skin from free radicals and promote a brighter tone, plus vitamin E to promote a healthy, youthful finish. We're so glad we met this formula...
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil (Olive), Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil (Grape), Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Peg-8 Isostearate, Cera Microcristallina, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Ceresin, Synthetic Wax, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Diospyros Kaki Fruit Extract (Persimmon), Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil (Rosewood), Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil (Grapefruit), Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil (Rosemary), Tocopheryl Acetate, 1,2-hexanediol, Bis-diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, BHT, Limonene
As there are differences between US and European labelling requirements, you may notice a slight variation amongst ingredient listings on differing sites. Limonene, for example is a compound found in Grapefruit Oil, and the UK requests it to be listed out separately. Then I Met You can assure you that all products boast the same formulation, with the same sorbet soft texture that everyone loves!
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
For the first step of your double cleanse, use the spatula to scoop a dime-sized amount onto dry skin and gently massage in circular motions. Add a splash of warm water to emulsify and remove oil-based impurities. Rinse thoroughly before moving to step two, a water-based cleanse with the Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel.
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Lovely
It melts easily, very buttery on the skin, removes my make up witout irritating my ezcema skin. I like it a lot!
by Gerður
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Gorgeous product
Lovely buttery cleansing balm - emulsifies beautifully and leaves the skin soft and clean
by CarolH
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It's good!
This cleansing balm is very nice. It is pleasantly scented with a citrus/herbal fragrance, it has a thick consistency but spreads easily on the skin, it dissolves makeup, including waterproof mascara well. I don't feel the need to rave about it though like some reviewers as there are some downsides to it. Firstly, the colour stains fabrics and leaves an unsightly stain around the sink. Secondly, it is only suitable as a first cleanse and it requires a second cleanse with a face-wash to remove any residue from the skin. I made the mistake of using it as a second cleanse and the orange residue stained my pillow!
by Jane
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Love this cleanser
Originally brought this because Caroline Hirons raved about it, and she was not wrong! It smells amazing and it's so nice to use. Gets the majority of my waterproof mascara off in the first cleanse. If you love a Balm Cleanser you will love this one.
by Clare
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Love this cleanser
I have dry/sensitive skin and I love this cleanser! Thanks to Caroline Hirons for the recommendation I ordered two :)
by Raeesa
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Meh
Was on the waiting list following a recommendation by Caroline Hirons and I couldn’t wait to try. But I must say I’m rather underwhelmed and I’ll not repurchase. While the product is pleasant enough, I enjoyed the bright yellow colour and it leaves a softness to the skin, that’s about it really. Have used balms that are just as good and cheaper - Beauty Pie - for example. Estée Lauder cleansing balm is much better and Elemis pro-collagen cleansing balm is beyond comparison to this... I mean, it transforms your skin with one use! Do not believe the hype with this one, try one of the others. So disappointing, as it’s literally the first product that I’ve disagreed with Caroline Hirons on.
by J Mac
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Worth the wait!
Been waiting on this product but it kept selling out so fast! Finally got my hands on it and I won’t be looking back! Absolutely excellent as the first cleanse followed by the gel cleanser! Excellent products and smell amazing!!
by Jen
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Pure LUXURY
I’ve been a huge fan of this cleansing balm since it launched so it makes me so happy to finally see it available on Cult Beauty. With notes of Perssimon and mint this cleansing balm smells truly beautiful and transports me to that place of relaxation. It melts effortlessly and leaves my skin feeling baby soft. I just can’t get enough of it.
by Skinunfiltered - Neil
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Amazing!!!
Best cleanser I’ve used. Goes on skin like soft butter. Really gets rid of make up even the toughest waterproof mascara and eye liner. Great product. Absolutely amazing!!
by K
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Lovely gentle cleanser!
This is my first time purchasing this cleansing balm and definitely won't be the last time! It is so gentle and cleanses thoroughly - even removing SPF creams, mascara etc and doesn't sting the eyes. The smell is 'clean', slightly citrus and not overpowering and it leaves my skin feeling so clean and moisturised - love it!
by Imy24
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