Should I apply this cleansing oil to dry or damp skin?

Begin with dry hands and a dry face. Water comes after the first massage, once the oil has moved across the areas where sunscreen, makeup, and sebum tend to collect. Add a small amount of lukewarm water, massage briefly as the texture turns milky, then rinse thoroughly.

How many pumps of Sulwhasoo Cleansing Oil should I use?

Use two to three pumps for the face. The concise official direction says two pumps, while Sulwhasoo's full cleansing ritual recommends two to three. Choose enough slip to move your fingertips comfortably without dragging, and avoid adding extra pressure or a long massage just to chase visible pore debris.

Do I need a second cleanser after this oil?

A second cleanse is optional, but Sulwhasoo presents the oil as the first step before its cleansing foam. Add a water-based wash afterward if you wore heavier makeup, prefer the feel of a double cleanse, or notice residue. On lighter days, a thorough emulsification and rinse may be enough for your routine.

Does Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil contain fragrance?

Yes. The current official ingredient list includes Fragrance/Parfum, Limonene, and Linalool, and shoppers commonly describe a noticeable herbal scent. If fragrance is a deciding factor, review the full formula before ordering. This product should not be described as fragrance-free, unscented, or ideal for every scent-sensitive routine.

Can I use this oil cleanser when I am not wearing makeup?

Yes. An oil cleanser can still be useful for sunscreen, excess sebum, and oil-based daily buildup even when no makeup was worn. It does not need to be an automatic extra step every night, though. Use it when your routine needs that first cleanse and keep the massage brief and gentle.

Can I use Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil around the eyes?

The brand says the cleanser removes waterproof makeup, but eye comfort is individual. An exact-product reviewer reported stinging and quoted the package caution to avoid eye contact. Keep eyes closed, work lightly around them, and rinse promptly. For reactive eyes or especially stubborn mascara, a dedicated eye-makeup remover may be the better choice.

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Sulwhasoo

Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil 200ml

Clean rinse
Fluid texture
Comfortable finish
Herbal oils

200ml ·€32.99

Clean rinse

Fluid texture

Comfortable finish

Herbal oils

PRODUCT DETAILS

Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil 200ml is a fluid first cleanse for taking off sunscreen, waterproof makeup, and excess sebum without a heavy finish. Massage it across dry skin, then add water: the oil turns milky and rinses away, leaving the face ready for the rest of your routine.

The formula pairs a Korean Herbal Oil Complex with an emulsifying base. Apricot kernel, Korean pine, sesame, camellia, and coconut oils give the cleanser slip, while squalane helps the texture feel smooth as it moves over skin. The current formula also includes fragrance, limonene, and linalool, so shoppers who avoid scented products should take note.

Use it whenever oil-based buildup needs a thorough first step, whether that is a full makeup day or simply a layer of sunscreen. Sulwhasoo describes it for all skin types, and the lightweight rinse can fit dry, dehydrated, normal, combination, or oily routines.

Two to three pumps are enough for a gentle rolling massage. Emulsify with a little lukewarm water before rinsing thoroughly. A water-based cleanser can follow if you prefer a double cleanse; on lighter days, let the clean afterfeel guide what your routine needs next.

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A fluid oil-to-milk cleanse for makeup and sunscreen days, with an easy rinse and a comfortable, refreshed afterfeel.

Melts oil-based buildup
Easy oil-to-milk rinse
Comfortable afterfeel
Flexible first cleanse

Key Ingredients

Squalane

Softens dry-feeling skin and adds slip to skin, body, hair and makeup.

Real Results

96%Agreed the oil felt comfortable during cleansing¹
93%Agreed the product thoroughly cleansed makeup residue¹
93%Agreed skin felt moisturized after cleansing¹
83%Agreed the product left a refreshing finish¹

Based on Sulwhasoo's two-week independent consumer study. Individual results may vary.

1. Sulwhasoo two-week independent consumer study

Clear cleansing oil droplets arranged across a pale gray surface.

Concerns & Benefits

Your Concerns

1
Dehydration
Skin that can feel tight, less comfortable, or stripped after a thorough evening cleanse.
2
Oiliness
Excess sebum and oil-based buildup that can leave the face feeling coated by day's end.

How To Use

1With dry hands and a dry face, dispense two to three pumps into your palm. Spread the oil gently across the forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin with a light rolling motion until sunscreen, makeup, and excess sebum loosen.
2Add one or two drops, or a small splash, of lukewarm water. Massage briefly as the clear oil turns milky, making sure the hairline and sides of the nose are fully emulsified.
3Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Follow with a water-based cleanser when you want a double cleanse. Keep the product out of the eyes and rinse promptly if contact causes discomfort.

Model in a white towel massaging glossy cleansing oil over both cheeks.

Frequently asked questions

Does Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil remove waterproof makeup?

Yes. Sulwhasoo positions it to melt sunscreen, waterproof makeup, and sebum. Start on dry skin and give the oil a light massage before adding water. Emulsifying fully matters as much as the initial massage, because that milky step helps the loosened residue rinse away instead of staying on the face.

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Sulwhasoo

Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil 200ml

Clean rinse
Fluid texture
Comfortable finish
Herbal oils

Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil 200ml

200ml ·€32.99

Clean rinse

Fluid texture

Comfortable finish

Herbal oils

PRODUCT DETAILS

Learn more

GOES WELL WITH

100 Reedle Shot Stick Pouch€7.88

100 VITA-LIGHT Reedle Shot€9.00

1025 Dokdo Eye Cream€20.88

1025 Dokdo Lotion€13.98

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A fluid oil-to-milk cleanse for makeup and sunscreen days, with an easy rinse and a comfortable, refreshed afterfeel.

Melts oil-based buildup
Easy oil-to-milk rinse
Comfortable afterfeel
Flexible first cleanse

Key Ingredients

Squalane

Softens dry-feeling skin and adds slip to skin, body, hair and makeup.

Real Results

96%Agreed the oil felt comfortable during cleansing¹
93%Agreed the product thoroughly cleansed makeup residue¹
93%Agreed skin felt moisturized after cleansing¹
83%Agreed the product left a refreshing finish¹

Based on Sulwhasoo's two-week independent consumer study. Individual results may vary.

1. Sulwhasoo two-week independent consumer study

Concerns & Benefits

Your Concerns

1
Dehydration
Skin that can feel tight, less comfortable, or stripped after a thorough evening cleanse.
2
Oiliness
Excess sebum and oil-based buildup that can leave the face feeling coated by day's end.

How To Use

1With dry hands and a dry face, dispense two to three pumps into your palm. Spread the oil gently across the forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin with a light rolling motion until sunscreen, makeup, and excess sebum loosen.
2Add one or two drops, or a small splash, of lukewarm water. Massage briefly as the clear oil turns milky, making sure the hairline and sides of the nose are fully emulsified.
3Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Follow with a water-based cleanser when you want a double cleanse. Keep the product out of the eyes and rinse promptly if contact causes discomfort.

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