KAHI Cleansing Balm Vita Care (Niacinamide)
A twist-up Korean cleansing balm with niacinamide, vitamin C and yuzu · 50 ml
About the formula
KAHI Cleansing Balm Vita Care (Niacinamide) is a sunny, twist-up cleansing balm. Turn the top and it shaves off soft, frilly curls of balm, so there's no dipping, no scooping and no balm under your nails. On dry skin it melts into an oil, turns into a fine yuzu peel scrub as you massage, then washes off like milk.
Niacinamide, a vitamin C derivative and panthenol help dull, tired-looking skin look brighter and fresher after every cleanse, with loquat leaf and spearmint extracts. 50 ml, developed in Korea.
Full ingredients (INCI)
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Triethylhexanoin, Synthetic Wax, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Zea Mays (Corn) Germ Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Dimethyl Isosorbide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Fragrance, Citrus Junos Peel Powder, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Niacinamide, Panthenol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Propanediol, Eriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Extract
The feel
What it's like to wear
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Feels like
A soft balm that melts, then buffs like a fine scrub
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Looks like
Brighter, fresh-faced skin
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Good for
Dull, tired-looking skin
Three steps
How to use it
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Twist
Turn the top clockwise; 1–3 twists shave off enough balm for a full face.
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Massage
Smooth over dry skin in gentle circles; it melts to an oil, then a fine scrub.
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Rinse
Add a little water so it turns milky, then rinse well with lukewarm water.
What's inside
Key ingredients
Niacinamide, vitamin C, panthenol and a fine yuzu peel scrub.
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Niacinamide
Vitamin B3, a well-known skincare vitamin that helps skin look brighter and more even.
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Vitamin C
3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, a stable form of vitamin C, for a fresher, more radiant look.
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Panthenol
Provitamin B5, which helps skin feel soft and comfortable after cleansing.
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Yuzu peel
Finely ground yuzu peel forms a gentle scrub as you massage, for smoother-feeling skin.
Better together
The Face & Eye Set
The Multi Balm for face, lips and neck, and the lighter Eye Balm for the delicate eye area.
Good to know
Questions, answered
How do you use a cleansing balm?
Twist the top 1–3 times, massage the balm over dry skin in gentle circles, then add a splash of water so it turns milky and rinse with lukewarm water. If you double cleanse, follow with your usual foam cleanser.
Does niacinamide work in a cleanser?
A cleanser is only on your skin briefly, so think of this as a cleanse that leaves skin looking fresher and brighter, not a replacement for your niacinamide or vitamin C serum.
Does it remove waterproof mascara?
It melts away everyday make-up. For long-wear or waterproof mascara, hold the balm gently on closed lashes for a few seconds before rolling it off, then rinse well. Keep the scrub away from the eye area.
Can I use it every day?
It's made as an everyday cleanser, with a fine yuzu peel scrub. Massage lightly, and use it every other day if your skin starts to feel sensitive.
Why does it come in a twist-up jar?
Turning the top shaves the balm into soft curls, so your fingers never go into the jar. There's no dipping or scooping, and no balm under your nails.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
It contains a fine scrub and fragrance, so patch test first on a small area, such as the inner arm, and keep it away from your eyes. For sensitive-feeling skin, the Sensitive Care Camellia balm is the gentler choice.
Which KAHI cleansing balm is right for me?
Pore Control Mung Bean for oily or congested-looking skin, Sensitive Care Camellia for sensitive-feeling skin, Vita Care for dull, tired-looking skin, and Nourishing Care Carrot for skin that feels tight after cleansing.
How should I store it?
Keep it at room temperature, between 10 and 30 °C, with the lid closed, and rinse your skin thoroughly with warm water after use.
Can I use it during pregnancy?
It hasn't been tested during pregnancy, so please ask your GP or midwife before using it while pregnant or breastfeeding. The full ingredient list is below.