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Won Allure Best of Beauty 2025. Just 14 ingredients, one ridiculously satisfying grinding mechanism in the jar, and skin that feels conditioned post-rinse.
Other routine steps with complementary ingredients.
Side-by-side ingredient breakdowns vs. the closest alternatives.
In-clinic and at-home treatments that use the same active ingredients.
The 14–28 day structured protocol for resetting a compromised skin barrier — strip the routine to the studs (cleanser, ceramide cream, SPF), drop every active, let the skin rebuild itself.
The moisturiser-retinoid-moisturiser layering trick that made retinoids tolerable for sensitive skin, popularised by US derm TikTok.
The J-beauty solo cleanse — one step, no follow-up foam, no stripping.
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Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm by Dr. Althea is formulated for sensitive, normal, dry skin. Won Allure Best of Beauty 2025. Just 14 ingredients, one ridiculously satisfying grinding mechanism in the jar, and skin that feels conditioned post-rinse.
The key active ingredients in Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm are Ceramides, Panthenol, Squalane. It's known for: Allure Best of Beauty 2025 and Only 14 ingredients.
Yes, Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm targets sensitivity, dryness, dullness. Allure Best of Beauty 2025
Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm retails for around $32, which places it in the mid range for cleansers. Check the "Where to Buy" section above for current retailer prices.
The main drawbacks to be aware of: Premium for a balm; Mechanism gets gummy in humidity.
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