Dr.Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm
A balm that grinds down as you massage — light polish and a full makeup melt in one step.
Choose an option
- Light Polish
- Removes SPF
- Two-In-One
- Rinses Clean
Only 5 left in stock
It grinds down as you work.
The granules dissolve as you massage rather than staying abrasive, which is the difference between a polish and a scrub. By the time you add water there is nothing gritty left - just an emulsifying balm that has also taken the surface flaking with it.
- Dissolving grains
- No scratching
- One rinse
How it feels
A firm balm with fine granules that break down within twenty seconds of massaging, turning smooth then milky with water.
Key ingredients
Dissolving Granules
They break down as you massage rather than remaining abrasive, which is what separates a polish from a scrub that scratches.
Plant Oils
The cleansing base that dissolves sunscreen and base makeup before the water goes on.
Vitamin E
Keeps the oil phase stable in a balm that lives open in a bathroom.
About the product
Dr.Althea's Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm does two jobs in the step where most routines only do one.
The balm carries fine granules that dissolve as you massage rather than staying abrasive. That distinction matters: a traditional scrub keeps its edges throughout, which is how people end up with micro-tears and irritation. Here the granules break down within about twenty seconds, so the polishing effect is front-loaded and gentle, and by the time you add water there is nothing gritty left.
Underneath, it works as a normal cleansing balm - plant oils dissolving sunscreen and base makeup, emulsifying with water and rinsing away. Vitamin E keeps the oil phase stable.
The practical benefit is fewer steps. Skin that gets flaky under high-factor sunscreen usually needs both a thorough first cleanse and an occasional polish, and this covers both without a separate scrub.
Apply to dry skin with dry hands, massage until the granules have gone, then emulsify with water and rinse. Two or three times a week rather than nightly.
Why we stock it
A balm that grinds down as you massage gives a very light physical polish while it dissolves sunscreen - two steps in one, and gentler than a separate scrub would be.
Product information
- Brand
- Dr.Althea
- Skin concerns
- pores, texture, cleansing
Ingredients
Shea Butter, Rice Bran Oil, Cellulose Micro-Beads, Vitamin E
Care & Use
How to Use
Massage over dry skin until the texture smooths out and makeup dissolves. Emulsify with water, rinse, and follow with a water-based cleanser.
- 1.
Massage over dry skin
Massage over dry skin until the texture smooths out and makeup dissolves.
- 2.
Emulsify with water, rinse
Emulsify with water, rinse, and follow with a water-based cleanser.
Product details
Product details
- Brand
- Dr.Althea
- SKU
- dr-althea-pure-grinding-cleansing-balm-50ml-50-ml
- Barcode
- 8809447255071
- Volume
- 50 ml
Frequently asked questions
Is it too abrasive for daily use?
Use it two or three times a week rather than nightly. The granules are gentle, but any physical polish used daily is more than most skin needs.
Can I use it if I use acids?
Yes, though not on the same evening. Physical polishing plus chemical exfoliation in one night is a common route to an irritated barrier.
Does it remove sunscreen properly?
Yes - underneath the granules it is a proper cleansing balm. Massage for thirty seconds before adding water.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
The dissolving granules are gentler than a standard scrub, but reactive skin should still use it sparingly - once a week is plenty.
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