
The Medicated Cleansing Balm Barrier 90g (Quasi-Drug)
Gentle quasi-drug cleansing balm with rice bran oil and herbal extracts for sensitive, dry-prone skin.
- From JapanJP-Direct
- AuthenticVerified
- 10–14 daysDelivery
A gentle, quasi-drug cleansing balm formulated to support the skin's moisture barrier while removing makeup.
About this product
DUO The Medicated Cleansing Balm Barrier is formulated for sensitive, low-barrier skin prone to dryness and unsettled texture. Registered in Japan as a quasi-drug with the active ingredient stearyl glycyrrhetinate, it pairs a nourishing herbal and rice bran oil blend with a unique dual-capsule cushion structure for a gentle, low-friction cleanse.
How to use
- Take a hazelnut-sized amount into dry hands.
- Gently massage over dry face, including makeup, letting the capsules melt without rubbing.
- Continue soft circular massage for about a minute.
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. No double cleansing needed.
Ingredients
- Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate — the active ingredient, included for its skin-calming, condition-supporting properties.
- Rice Bran Oil — a nourishing plant oil for gentle care of dry, unsettled skin.
- Ginseng Extract & Herbal Extracts (turmeric, gardenia, comfrey, horehound) — traditional plant extracts supporting skin conditioning.
- Dual Elastic Capsules — designed to conform to uneven, dry skin texture for friction-free makeup removal.
FAQ
What does 'medicated' mean here?
In Japan this product is registered as a quasi-drug ("iyakubugai-hin") containing stearyl glycyrrhetinate, a recognized skin-conditioning active; it is a cosmetic-grade product, not a medical treatment.
Is it suitable for very dry or reactive skin?
Yes, it was developed specifically for low-barrier, sensitive, dryness-prone skin.
Is it fragrance-heavy?
It is formulated with a gentle profile suited to sensitive skin; check the full ingredient list if you are fragrance-sensitive.
🇺🇸 For US customers
DUO's sensitive-skin line brings the brand's beloved balm-cleansing ritual to reactive, barrier-compromised skin. A rice bran oil and herbal extract blend in a dual-capsule cushion texture makes this a J-beauty pick worth exploring for anyone building a fragrance-conscious, low-irritant routine.