ma:nyo Pure Cleansing Oil

ma:nyo Pure Cleansing Oil

Benefits

This cleansing Oil:

Uses plant oils and extracts (soybean Oil, grape seed Oil, olive fruit Oil, etc) to nourish and cleanse. It is non-stripping, leaving skin moisturised rather than tight or dry. Works on blackheads, sebum, and makeup removal, particularly for all skin types, including sensitive/acne‐prone. The formula is described as “organic,” “natural,” and enriched with amino acids/fatty acids/vitamins.

What’s inside: Ingredients & mechanics

Good to know the ingredient side to understand why it works (and where it might not).

Ingredients:

1. Soybean Oil (Glycine Soja) – rich in linoleic acid, etc.
2. Hazelnut seed Oil (Corylus Avellana) – lightweight emollient.
3. Grape seed Oil (Vitis Vinifera) – antioxidant, good for barrier support.
4. Olive fruit Oil (Olea Europaea) – deep nourishment potential, though higher oleic acid, which some acne‐prone folks watch.
5. Squalane – a skin-identical emollient that supports softness.
6. Rice bran Oil, tea tree leaf Oil, aloe vera, green tea leaf extract – botanical extras to support cleansing, soothing, antioxidant action.
7. The emulsifier Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate enables the Oil phase to emulsify when water is added, resulting in a milky rinse (Oil + water).

Mechanics:

The Oil works by the principle of “like dissolves like” – Oil dissolves oil‐based impurities (makeup, sebum, sunscreen). When you add water and massage, the emulsifier helps turn the Oil into a milky emulsion that rinses off clean, ensuring a thorough cleanse.

How to use

Here’s a simple yet effective method to use the ma: nyo Pure Cleansing Oil, perfectly adapted to typical Korean skincare routines, ensuring you get the most out of it:

1. Dry skin, dry hands: Apply when your skin is dry (without any water yet) and your hands are dry.
2. Pump 2-3 times(adjust the number of pumps depending on the packaging and your needs).
3. Massage onto the entire face for ~30–60 seconds (especially if you have makeup/sunscreen) – focus on areas with more makeup, blackheads, or sebum (such as the nose and T-zone).
4. Add a little water to your hands and continue massaging until the Oil emulsifies and turns milky.
5. Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
6. Follow with your regular water-based cleanser(foam or gel) to remove residual Oil and finish the cleanse.
7. Continue with toner/serum/moisturiser as usual.

Most people treat this as the first step (Oil) in a double cleanse, rather than a sole cleanse.

Is it right for your skin?

Good fit if you:

1. Wear makeup and/or sunscreen regularly, and need something practical to remove it without harsh stripping.
2. Prefer oil-based cleansing to support your skin’s barrier, especially if your skin tends to feel tight/stripped after using cleansers.
3. Have normal, dry, combination, or slightly oily skin and want a more “luxurious” cleansing feel with botanical oils.
4. Want to try a K‐beauty Oil cleanser with good reviews and legitimate ingredients.

Be cautious if you:

1. I have incredibly oily skin / frequent acne breakouts, and I find that heavy oils tend to clog my pores.

Final Verdict: ma:nyo Pure Cleansing Oil

The ma:nyo Pure Cleansing Oil is a strong contender in the Korean oil-cleanser market. It delivers a nourishing blend of plant oils and botanical extracts, offers effective makeup/sunscreen removal, and is well-regarded for leaving the skin soft rather than tight. If you’re doing a double cleanse routine and want an Oil cleanser that feels like a step up, this is an excellent option.

However, it’s not perfect for everyone. If your skin is exceptionally oily/acne-prone and you’re sensitive to even light oils or scents, you might want to patch test or consider a lighter Oil cleanser alternative.

Precautions & Tips for Best Use

1. Always apply to dry skin first, before using water.
2. Massage for a long enough time for it to emulsify well (that milky moment is key).
3. Don’t skip the follow-up water-based cleanse: Oil alone may not remove all impurities or residue.
4. On days when you wear heavy waterproof makeup, use a dedicated eye remover or a more potent cleanser for lashes/liner, then follow with this Oil.
5. Rinse thoroughly and follow with a hydrating toner/essence to prevent your skin from feeling dry and stretched.
6. If you experience any irritation, breakouts, or heaviness, consider reducing the frequency (use it just a few times/week) or switching to a lighter Oil cleanser.
7. Store it in a cool, dark place, out of direct sunlight; oils can go rancid if left unattended.