Cedar of the Forest - Emulsifying Cleansing Balm
Most cleansers are formulated around the feeling of clean. Cedar of the Forest was formulated around what that feeling costs your skin. It is a nourishing, sensorial face cleansing balm that spreads like oil, rinses off like milk. Reminiscent of a forest walk, it works as your everyday morning cleanser and gentle evening makeup and sunscreen remover—cleansing effectively without stripping the skin of its natural moisture.
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The texture is so soft, washed off and wiped off everything. The smell of the balm is so therapeutic, I felt like I was taking a walk in the forest.
Verified customer
This cleansing balm is a chef’s kiss. Held the texture in Mumbai heat, big plus and melted into a mediumweight oil, love the scent and the colour.
Verified customer
The texture is just so right. It melts like no other cleansing balm that I have tried so far and leaves my skin supple. I like that it doesn’t make my skin squeaky clean and that is a big plus for me
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Yes. Cedar of the Forest works as the oil-phase first step in a double cleanse — dissolving sunscreen, makeup, and daily buildup through emulsification. Follow with a mild, pH-balanced second cleanser if you're wearing heavy makeup, but on most days Cedar alone is sufficient.
It also works well as a standalone morning cleanser when your skin only needs gentle refreshing.
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Cedar of the Forest uses non-comedogenic, cold-pressed oils (Watermelon Seed, Cucumber Seed, Moringa) chosen for their low comedogenic ratings and high linoleic acid content — linoleic acid is associated with reduced pore congestion compared to oleic-dominant oils.
It is formulated without synthetic fragrance, silicones, or foaming agents that can disrupt the skin's microbiome.
We recommend patch testing if your skin is highly reactive.
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This emulsifying cleansing balm effectively removes makeup and impurities while nourishing skin. Customers praised its luxurious texture that "melts like a dream" and grounding woody fragrance. Many noted it leaves skin "soft and refreshed" without residue or dryness. The balm doubles as cleanser and makeup remover, making it ideal for AM/PM routines and winter skincare.
- It delivers in every department. A deeply nourishing cleanser for both AM and PM routines.
- Leaves my skin perfectly clean and refreshed — not a hint left on the napkin test!
- Melts like a dream on the palms. Removes off dirt and makeup so easily.
It’s been a while since I’m using Cedar of the forest cleansing balm. And the skin genuinely feels so clean, dust and sweat free from the entire day. I have skipped my two step routine with just 1 product and it has made my life so much easier and quick. I can just be lazy now without worrying about
Cedar of the forest ❤️
I have been using this amazing cleansing balm from sometime and the texture is so soft and it glides beautifully… it not only cleanses my skin it also makes skin to feel softer after every wash … makeup SPF just cleanses within seconds .. highly recommend this one ❤️
Absolutely love this gem in a bottle!! Want a slow walk in the woods? Everyday unwind the day’s stress by indulging in this bliss in a bottle as it takes you through the greens. True to its name, its definitely Cedar of the Forest.
God! The brand has nailed the formulation. Stays study in the jar and melts like a dream on the palms. Removes off dirt and makeup so easily. Over and above that, the fragrance, the feel, its all out of the world! It glides through the skin in its warmth and gives a nice slip for a good massage every night. Go for it!! You won’t regret. Thank you TheSkinBeneath for this amazing product. Truly happy to see such classy product from an Indian brand❤️
I have recently started using cedar of the forest. And the skin genuinely feels so clean , dust and sweat free from the whole day after using it. I have skipped my 2 step routine with just 1 product and it has made my life easier and so quick.
Love the product! My pores look smaller, my skin feels nourished and I don't need a cream or serum after use. Massaging it on feels like a mini spa ritual. I love the fragrance too.
Cedar of the forest ❤️
I have been using this particular cleansing balm from past some months and it has been my regular routine since .. It just cleanses my skin with or without makeup . SPF just washes away within a second along with the makeup on it … it not just makes face clean it also makes skin to feel softer after every wash … highly recommend this one❤️
Such an awesome product. All the make-up just melts and you have a clean squeaky face to start your night care ritual. Thank you Achla for coming up with such an amazing product and it's especially helpful for us women who travel a lot for work. Just one small jar does the trick. All the best for this venture of your's. And what I really loved about Achla was that she personally had called to take the feedback. Speaks a lot about her as the founder.
I love the way it melts into my skin and that fragrance relaxes and rejuvenates me at the same time!! It’s a lovely product.
I struggled to find a cleansing balm like this while I was living in India, I truly wish this had been available back then! I purchased Cedar of the Forest after reading so many glowing reviews, and I have to say, it delivers in every department. My skin particularly struggles during the US winters. Between the dry air and my cold urticaria, my skin barrier often weakens, making a deeply nourishing cleanser an absolute necessity for both my AM and PM routines. This balm is exactly what my skin craves. The texture is beautiful; the nourishing oils act as a protective layer. I prefer to gently remove it using a warm washcloth. There is something so therapeutic about the combination of the warmth and breathing in that grounding, woody, and earthy scent, it’s a ritual I genuinely look forward to every morning and evening. Thank you, The Skin Beneath, for creating such a beautiful, intentional cleanser!
Love the divine aroma, and my skin feels very clean and soft.
Love it! This is my second bottle:)
love how it feels on the skin.
It's a late post... But yes... It's been almost 15 days that I am using it... Everyday I use it,It feels so smooth... So fresh, so moisturised.. This is the first cleansing balm that I feel like applying and don't even forget to use it... I wait for next morning and evening to use it again.... Thanks the skin beneath for making such a wonderful product...cedar of the forest.. a must buy cleansing balm.
It’s a wonderful cleanser I must say!! Specially after makeup and an all day tired skin. It makes my skin breathe again.
A truly exceptional cleansing experience
The Cedar Cleansing Balm is an absolute delight to use. Unlike other products that often leave behind traces of residue, this balm leaves my skin perfectly clean and refreshed — not a hint left on the napkin test! It effortlessly melts away makeup and impurities while keeping the skin soft and nourished. I’m genuinely impressed.
Absolutely love Cedar! It removes all the make up and dirt in one go. It doesnt dry out the skin or make it creamy. Leaves your skin completely fresh!
I have been using other make up balms for years but after Cedar dont feel like gng back to any of those!
A remover and cleanser in one! I love that I dont have to use multiple products ... A must have !!
I have used few make up removing balms of other brands and they are always caky and dry, cedar of forest is the best i have used so far , it smells heavenly and the texture is luxurious. My skin felt so soft after i washed it off . Also i have found another use for this amazing product ….. mothers out there with teenage sons will relate to this …. I used it on my son’s neck and back , areas he normally neglects while bathing. Moms you have to try it! It removes all the muck right off . All moms …. Try it ! You will thank me! This product review is from my heart. I know this brand is going places !!!
Like the name suggests, Cedar of the Forest isn't just a cleansing balm - it's a little escape.
The balm melts away the day, while the woody scent feels like walking through a quiet forest. Grounding, calming, and therapeutic!
as soon as you open the lid, you are consumed by a magical fragrance that gives the feels of an eloquent skin ritual that you are about to indulge in and the balm is truly magical for it just takes away your day's grime, spf, oils, everything while leaving you with utterly clean, glowing and fresh skin!
I absolutely loved the Cleansing Balm. I have been making purchases from International brands, but this just blew my mind. I honestly didn't expect an Indian brand to be so so good!
Highly recommend for anyone looking for gentle yet effective cleansing balm with a touch of natural luxury.. Subtle and calming woodsy smell ..,😊
Absolutely loved the texture and feel of the product in my skin! I am so glad that I found this