Why this product
All types. Ginseng-infused oil cleanser that treats your skin while removing SPF. Hanbang luxury.
What it does: First step to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and oil-based impurities.
Skin types: All skin types, sensitive skin.
vs DHC: $18 vs $42. Compared to DHC's cult-favorite cleansing oil, this offers similar efficacy with the added benefit of ginseng's anti-aging properties at less than half the price.
Consistently rated Holy Grail across an estimated 607+ community discussions on r/AsianBeauty. Most common praise: this removes everything including waterproof mascara without irritating my sensitive eyes. The ginseng makes my skin feel so soft.
Oil cleanse step
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Where in your routine
Why this step exists in K-beauty
Most oil cleansers just dissolve makeup and leave. This one deposits ginseng saponins while it cleans — turning a boring first step into an anti-aging treatment. That's the Beauty of Joseon philosophy: every step should do more.
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Western equivalent
DHC
Deep Cleansing Oil
$42
Compared to DHC's cult-favorite cleansing oil, this offers similar efficacy with the added benefit of ginseng's anti-aging properties at less than half the price.
The bottom line
Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil is a oil cleanse that costs $18 for 210ml. The Western equivalent (DHC) runs $42 — you save 57%. Best for all skin types, sensitive skin skin.