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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Good, but not worth the price
The product in itself is nice. There's nothing wrong with it, sometimes leaves a bit of a waxy feel on the skin after rinsing off and doesn't get waterproof mascara off easily. I don't get the hype. For the price, it surely disappoints. Again, it's nice but not 37 pounds nice. The packaging is very cute, and it certainly does look nice in my bathroom.
by Philippa
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BEST CLEANSING BALM EVER!
I prefer this to every cleansing balm I've ever used, even the Emma Hardie Moringa Balm, if you get a little in the eyes there is no sting and this doesn't feel as heavily fragranced as the permission fruit gives a beautiful fragrance naturally, the texture is the softest ever too like butter! Beaks down everything and washes off really easy, easier than the glow recipe papaya! and really helps with pigmentation. seriously can't fault this balm
by kiki
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Treat yourself
I’m such a nervous, melancholic, up and down person. One thing I promised myself to do is to daily give myself a nice treatment before bedtime. This balm is so soothing and beautiful, I love it. Yes, it’s overpriced, but well okay, treat yourself.
by Ella
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One of the best
This is a really good balm - as good as Emma Hardie Moringa Cleansing Balm which for me is the gold standard. I will probably go back to the Moringa Cleansing Balm in the end, primarily because it comes in a bigger jar and with a face cloth, but that doesn't change the fact that it's a great product.
by Anna
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Absolutely love it!
I've been using this balm for the past couple of weeks and I can honestly say that it's one of the best cleansers I've used (it rates as high as the Elemis balm to me). I have very sensitive cystic acne-prone skin, so I usually have to be really careful with what products I use. But this is gentle, it's great at removing make-up, and it leaves my skin feeling so smooth after use. My skin loves it (it hasn't made me break out once), and it smells amazing too. Definitely, an instant repurchase for me when I finally use up the pot I'm currently using, which will be a while as a little bit definitely goes a long way.
by Ames
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Gorgeous Cleansing Balm
I absolutely lovee this cleansing balm!
by Cham K
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Does it all!
I buy a lot of cleansing balms and use them at night to clean away the SPF50 sunscreen I wear, I don’t wear makeup so can not say what it is like at getting makeup off. I have been using this balm every night for a couple of weeks and I can say that it does a good job of cleansing my face it has a lovely texture and smells nice too. It rinses away nicely without leaving a residue. I am not a person who repeatedly buys any cleanser simply because there are so many other nice ones out there to buy and try. This does the job it’s made for.
by Donna
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Its ok
It does what it’s supposed to: didn’t hate it. The problem with hype is clearly expectations are high.
by Lettie
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HG
I’ve been waiting for this to come back in stock for so long and finally managed to get my hands on it and I’m absolutely in love with it! Beautiful packaging (recyclable too!), lovey silky texture and smells very fresh. It leaves my skin super smooth without stripping moisture but also it’s strong enough to remove makeup. It’s the perfect product for the first cleanse. Price-wise it’s a little expensive but totally worth it as a little bit goes a long way!
by Julieannenik
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All time fave cleansing balm!
This cleansing balm is insane! The hype is most certainly real here, this balm smells delicious - think fruity cocktail by the beach, it gets rid of everything on your face with zero irritation - a long time eyeliner fan like me needs a gentle balm, and it leaves the skin super soft. Honestly such a dream to use! Would definitely recommend!
by Annie
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