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Korean cleansers for combination skin | Absolute must-haves
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items For the girlies out there struggling to find the right k-beauty products for their combination skin type, I got you!
Gurl, hear me out! I had the most oily t-zone and whiteheads on my nose, but after using this cleanser everything just vanished! Boom, gone!
ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Cleanser 150ml Special Set (+Cream ...
Why it stands out? Maintains skin’s natural pH, features tea tree oil and BHA for gentle yet effective cleansing, controls oil but doesn’t overstrip skin.
Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser
What makes it good: Deep-cleansing volcanic scoria paired with humectants—cleans pores and absorbs oil in t-zone without drying out the skin.
innisfree Volcanic BHA Pore Cleansing Foam
Key benefits: Offers gentle exfoliation (papain + blueberry), cleanses thoroughly while maintaining hydration. Great for morning or night.
Multi Deep Clean Cleanser
Ideal for: Sensitive and combination skin. Low-pH with soothing panthenol and madecassoside to hydrate and calm.
ETUDE SoonJung pH 6.5 Whip Cleanser
Why it’s loved: Purifying yet hydrating micro-foam that keeps combo skin soft and refreshed.
Dermaclear™ pH Cleanser Foam Face Wash | Dr. Jart
Standout qualities: Fermented green tea water delivers antioxidants and hydration while gently cleansing. Great for acne-prone areas.
NEOGEN DERMALOGY Real Fresh Foam Cleanser Green Tea 5.6 oz / 160g
Perfect for double cleansing: Plant-based rice bran oil dissolves makeup/SPF and balances skin. Non-greasy; leaves skin soft and calm. Beauty Bay User feel: “Breaks down makeup… without clogging pores or leaving a greasy film… leaves my skin soft, ca...
Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Deep Cleansing Oil Review : r/AsianBeauty
Why use it: Blends chemical exfoliants (AHA, BHA, PHA) to dissolve dead skin, clear pores, and control oil without stripping moisture.
Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam
Unique texture: Powder transforms into foam with water. Brightens and calms with rice extracts and alpha-arbutin, while gently cleansing and respecting skin’s moisture.
ANUA Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder
Great for sensitive, dehydrated combo skin: Features 33% centella asiatica to gently clean and hydrate without irritation.
Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam | Cleanser
Why it's great: With Jeju sea salt, this cleanser effectively clears oil from T-zones while keeping drier areas refreshed and soft.
INNISFREE Seasalt Whipping Cleanser (130ml)
Why it's great: Offers a deep cleanse with hydrating ceramides and hyaluronic acid, yet maintains moisture—leaves skin refreshed without stripping
Manyo Factory Pure & Deep Cleansing Foam 200ml
Why they're great: The oil helps dissolve makeup and sebum while soothing inflammation, and the foam keeps pores plus oil in check with gentle exfoliation. Great for oily and combo skin.
Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam
Why they're great: Mugwort is anti-inflammatory and gently exfoliates; the Dokdo version is ultra-soothing and hydration-focused—great for sensitive dehydrated combo skin.
Mugwort Calming Cleanser
Why they're great: IUNIK hydrates barrier without greasiness; Haruharu soft gel cleanses impurities while preserving skin’s moisture and brightness.
Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Gel
Why it's great: A low pH, gentle foaming cleanser that balances oil production without drying. Users report soft, clean skin with minimal irritation and improved acne.
Has anyone tried the Pyunkang Yul low pH Pore Deep Cleansing Foam?
A soothing, hydrating foam rich in hyaluronic acid and panthenol—perfect as a gentle second-step cleanser for combination or sensitive skin.
8 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser
Why it's great: Combines centella asiatica and tea tree leaf water to soothe inflammation and reduce redness. A calming foam especially suited for sensitive, acne-prone areas.
[iUNIK] Centella Bubble Cleansing Foam 150ml
Why it's great: Made with matcha and hemp seed oil, this cleanser delivers antioxidants and gentle detox without compromising the skin’s moisture barrier—perfect for calming combination skin.
Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser: Cleanser For Sensitive Skin
Highlighted by Glamour UK as a top choice specifically for combination skin, offering a luxurious and effective foam-based cleanse rooted in traditional Korean herbal ingredients.
Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Foam
Closely trailing Manyo in popularity. A standout among oil cleansers, this offers a plant-based, soothing cleanse that’s gaining rapid traction for combo and sensitive skin types
Beplain Mung Bean Cleansing Oil 200ml
A best-selling cleansing oil in Korea’s skincare market. Its gentle yet effective oil-based formula dissolves heavy makeup and excess sebum without stripping the skin—ideal for double cleansing in combo skin routines.
Pure Cleansing Oil
A rising star in the “pack cleanser” trend—this product combines facial cleansing and clay-like pack benefits in one step. It's trending significantly on Olive Young and gaining popularity for its texture and convenience.
Whipped Vegan Pack Cleanser Tube Lavocado VS Arencia Fresh Royal
Currently topping the foam cleanser category on major Korean retail app Olive Young. This gentle foam uses mung bean to balance skin while cleansing effectively—great for combination skin balancing hydration and oiliness.
Mung Bean pH-Balanced Facial Cleanser Foam
A gentle, low-foam gel cleanser with 61% organic ingredients, including Jeju pomelo peel and willow bark. It controls sebum, soothes inflammation, and hydrates—perfect for balancing oily zones and keeping dry areas comfortable.
SIORIS - Day by day Cleansing Gel
A niche, science-driven option that effectively removes makeup and sunscreen while hydrating. Users report it tackles oil and impurities gently without dryness.
Artichoke Intensive Skin Barrier Ampoule
Formulated with niacinamide, green tea, AHA, hyaluronic acid, and panthenol, it gently exfoliates, refines texture, and controls oil while keeping skin moisturized—ideal for combination skin dealing with congestion.
Kombu Hydrating Daily Cleanser
A hidden gem powder cleanser that transforms into a gentle, exfoliating wash. Rice extract offers anti-inflammatory benefits and helps refine pores, while the formula remains pH-balanced and hypoallergenic.
SRB Stabilized Rice Bran Enzyme Powder Wash - Exfoliating Face ...
A low-foam, super gentle, hydrating cleanser enriched with ceramides. Fans say it’s barrier-friendly and doesn’t leave the face feeling tight or unwashed—ideal for maintaining balance in combo skin.
Ceramide Micro Derma Cleanser 120ml
A dual-benefit formula—gentle and non-stripping, yet effective on oily zones. Highly recommended for dehydrated, sensitive, and combination skin.
Cream Foam Cleanser