Seven-Black Refreshing Cleansing Balm

The "Detox & Pore Purge" Specialist

Texture

• This balm employs a "structured melt." The base of Synthetic Wax combined with Ethylhexyl Stearate (a dry, lightweight ester) creates a solid, scoopable balm that feels almost sorbet-like—dense but not greasy. However, the inclusion of Dimethyl Silylate Silica (a texture enhancer) and multiple clays (Kaolin, Bentonite, Moroccan Lava, Manicouagan Glacial Clay) introduces a unique velvet-powder sensation as you massage. It doesn't just slide; it grips slightly, providing physical feedback that you are "scrubbing" pores without micro-tears.

Function

• Dual-phase cleansing (Oil + Water). The oil phase (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate) dissolves long-wear makeup and sebum. The emulsifiers (*PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate*) are powerful but gentle—they turn the balm into a milky rinse. The X-Factor: Carbon Black and CI 77499 (Black Iron Oxide). These aren't just for color; they act as magnetic adsorbents. They carry a negative charge that attracts positively charged pollution particles and dead skin cells, allowing them to be lifted away without stripping the barrier.

Targeted Benefits

• For Oily/Congested Skin. The inclusion of Picea Excelsa (Spruce) Leaf Extract is rare—it's a potent astringent that tightens dilated pores. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (a stable, oil-soluble Vitamin C) penetrates deep to brighten post-acne marks. The Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (similar to SK-II's Pitera) provides mild enzymatic exfoliation and balances the skin's pH, preventing the "tight" feeling after cleansing.

Finish

• Powder-Matte. Because of the Synthetic Wax residue and Silica, the skin is left with a velvet, dry touch—not squeaky, but smooth. There is zero slip. For oily skin, this feels like a clean canvas. For dry skin, this finish would feel stripping. It preps the face for actives (retinol, acids) by removing all barrier oils.

Pomelo Enjoy Refreshing Cleansing Balm

The "Juicy Glow & Barrier Care" Specialist

Texture

• A butter-to-milk transformation. Notice the absence of heavy clays and the presence of *C15-19 Alkane* (a light, volatile emollient derived from renewable sources) and Triethylhexanoin (a spreadable, non-comedogenic oil). This balm melts at skin temperature instantly into a thin, slippery oil. It feels "wet" and juicy—like melting pomelo zest. The Synthetic Wax ratio is lower here, making it less dense than the Seven-Black version.

Function

• Gentle emulsification with a lipophilic boost. The emulsifier *PEG-3 Glyceryl Isostearate* is milder than the PEG-20 in the black version, meaning it removes makeup but leaves behind natural lipids. The function here is not "strip" but "lift and replace." It lifts impurities, then deposits Squalane, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, and Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Extract back onto the skin during the rinse phase.

Targeted Benefits

• For Dull/Dehydrated/Redness-Prone Skin. This is a fermented fruit cocktail. Candida Sake/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment is a gentle brightener that reduces transepidermal water loss. Artemisia Annua (Mugwort) is anti-inflammatory—perfect for calming rosacea or post-sun exposure. Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract provides lycopene (antioxidant) to fight oxidative stress from urban living. Unlike the black balm's "pore tightening," this one targets glow from within.

Finish

• Hydrated Cushion. The finish is dewy but not greasy. Due to the Diisostearyl Malate (a film-forming emollient) and residual Squalane, the skin feels like it has just applied a light moisturizer. There is a slight bounce to the touch. You can wait 10 minutes after rinsing and still feel hydrated. This is the ideal second-step cleanser for retinol users or winter skin.

Conclusion: The Seven-Black is a physical + chemical detoxifier (think a gentle clay mask in balm form). The Pomelo Enjoy is a fermented nutrient bath (think a juice cleanse for your face). Choose based on your finish preference: Matte or Cushion.