Reddit reviews ROHTO Hadalabo Gokujun Cleansing Oil 200ml

I put together a mini version of my daily skin routine because I am in my early twenties and spend a lot of nights not at home.

Left to Right

1st: [Hada Labo Gokujun Cleansing Oil](r/https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B004OQHZ2M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1): a few pumps of my favorite oil cleanser in this [miniature airless pump](https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C5ZN2WY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1). Works to get off my night makeup and pull the gunk out of my easily clogged pores.

2nd: [Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser]( r/https://smile.amazon.com/Cetaphil-Gentle-Skin-Cleanser-Ounce/dp/B00OK1NEX0/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1535926471&sr=1-1&keywords=cetaphil+face+wash+travel+size) in a travel size container. My preferred second cleanser that doesn’t get me as dried out as a Cetaphil Foaming cleanser does.

3rd:[Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen]( https://smile.amazon.com/Sarasara-Essence-Sunscreen-Package-Cosmetic/dp/B071X4W74G/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1535926564&sr=1-1&keywords=biore%2Bsunscreen&th=1) The biggest item in my travel case, but half used up so it’s easily folded in half. For application the morning after.

4th: [Pixi Glow Tonic](https://smile.amazon.com/Tonic-Ginseng-100ml-Travel-Toner/dp/B0199EBC0Y/ref=sr_1_cc_1_a_it?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1535926715&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=pixi+glow+tonic+travel). I use this as a substitute for my preferred nip and fab glycolic fix extreme- works just as well in a pinch but doesn’t have the added salicylic acid/isn’t a convenient pad.

5th: Curology in another airless container. I only wanted to spare a few pumps of product for travel as it’s the most expensive item in my routine.

6th: [Bliss Drench n Quench]( https://smile.amazon.com/Moisture-Hydrator-Hypoallergenic-Dermatologist-Non-Comedogenic/dp/B016IXPWO6/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1535927003&sr=1-1&keywords=bliss+cream+to+water) sample size. A sub in for my Neutrogena hydro boost gel- works well enough, but not enough to persuade me to switch.

I'm a bit older than your average SCA subscriber, so I'll chime in a bit. I have dryer, more mature skin and this is the basics of what I do and what has really improved my skin.

IF I were to start from scratch with the things I now know, I'd probably start with these things, in order of use.

An oil cleanser, like Hado Labo I've used straight oil and multiple oil cleanser. The ones that emulsify are a bit easier to use, and I prefer them, but I think most well regarded ones are pretty similar.

Second cleanser maybe, a ph balanced foam cleanser. I usually just oil cleanse, but use the foaming cleanser in addition every few days. This one is well regarded.

A toner. This isn't so much of a cleansing step as a first step of moisturization. Klairs supple prep tone

Holy grail product for me, Snail Creme. I love the Mizon one. It goes on before serums.

A Hyaluronic Acid serum, such as Paula's Choice

A night cream. I'd maybe use the Cerave here or another layer of the Mizon AIO. The Mizon is super light, sinks in and never greasy. It's not really a "moisturizer", so cream is a bit of a misnomer, but with everything else, it may be enough.

If you got her nothing else, I'd get her the Mizon snail creme. Seriously miracle product, IMO. I'd start with stuff like this and then maybe consider a retinol or other acid, if needed. Maybe some others can chime in with a retinol recommendation.

Oil cleanser --> Foaming cleanser --> hydrating toner in the moist or light version --> emulsion --> cream

The Gokujyun range gets translated in all sorts of weird and wonderful ways, so it can get a little confusing. The name 'Gokujyun' simply means 'super hydrating', all of the products contain hyaluronic acid, and the range consists of the clear, hydrating 'lotion' (what is known in Western countries as a 'toner'), an emulsion/milk, which looks and feels like a thin Western moisturizer (it's white, and comes in a smaller bottle than the lotion) and then the gel-cream hybrid 'cream'.

Edited to add: you don't have to use every step from the range. You can use them in conjunction with products from other brands/ranges.

I recently bought Hemp Oil to try out. Usually I use "proper" balm or oil cleanser's which emulsify but after seeing posts like this I was like fuck it lets go then.
So far so good, wipes off cleanly, doesn't clog (has a condomogenic rating of 0) and no new breakouts. I will probably go back to an oil cleanser and plan on using the Hada Labo Oil Cleanser. I also love the Clinique Take The Day Off Balm and it's sort of "budget" alternative, Banila Co Balm range

Rant: Rohto Hada Labo Gokjuyn Cleansing Oil

I thought this cleansing oil would be amazing because of the brand. Turns out it can't even do its job at removing makeup properly. Granted, I do wear waterproof eyeliner but even then, I used 3 pumps of oil and thoroughly massaged it into my skin for more than 4 minutes and still I had so much leftover eyeliner on my eyes. I gave up and had to use the Skinfood egg white pore foam twice afterwards to fully remove my eye makeup.

Hada Labo Gokujyun Oil Cleanser is a great emulsifying oil cleanser - it rinses clean, so I personally don't need to double cleanse when I use it. It is olive oil based, not mineral oil (which my skin doesn't like).

I haven't been to Japan, but from what I understand, it is a great place for amazing and inexpensive skincare. There's a whole sub dedicated to Asian products here: /r/AsianBeauty

I'll also link you the SCA routine page. The /r/asianbeauty subreddit also has tons and tons of info in the sidebar. Start with the basics in the SCA routine if you feel overwhelmed.

Here's some of my thoughts of the products you're using:

• Nivea Soft: contains denatured alcohol, which can be drying, irritating and cause that burning sensation. The may not be the reason for your issue, but do keep it in mind
  
• Clinique toner: I don't think this is intended to be a makeup remover. Also, does this one contain a lot of denatured alcohol too? If so, that will contribute to your issues. Instead, try using an oil cleanser to remover your makeup. This one for example should be in drugstores in Japan.
  
• Jason Apricot Scrubbie exfoliator: this is going to be very rough and irritate your skin. Chemical exfoliants are considered better than physical ones. There is a section about chemical exfoliants in the SCA routine link I provided.
  
• Acure Organics Seriously Glowing Facial Serum: this is an oil blend, which is fine, but I find that oils don't moisturize my skin very well. I need a mix of other emollient and humectant ingredients. This serum is also not going to do much for acne.
  
  You didn't mention how you wash your face; do you currently use some kind of cleanser or soap?
  
  So to redo your routine, I would add in an oil cleanser and/or foaming cleanser, a chemical exfoliant like this if you can find it, a new moisturizer (I'm really only familiar with Hada Labo, so maybe this, and preferably a sunscreen (Biore, Hada Labo and Nivea should sell cheap drugstore ones). The Hada Labo ingredient lists can be found here.

I LOVE AZELAIC ACID. So I pretty well thought I would live with a red face forever along with a severely damaged moisture barrier. The biggest thing that helped me was azelaic acid. I use Melazepam from Amazon. Cheap and works! It's thick at first but smoothes into my skin leaving it kinda matte. At first it itched like crazy and I wasn't using it consistently enough. Then after more research, I decided to use it up and give it a chance. Along with anything high in ceramide, my skin got used to the 20% AzA. Maybe around the 10th day of twice daily use, my skin finally started to look normal. I also switch my oil cleanser to an olive oil based one and saw even more improvement in my redness. I've just added in Vit C to my under eye area and continuing to use Melazepam around the rest of my face and neck and my ENTIRE COMPLEXION is EVEN NOW! Would never have believed that was possible. Melazepam has also minimized my SFs on my nose, has finally stopped this ingrown hair on my neck from forming (I've had it for years!!!), and has cleared all the CCs on my forehead. I repeat: I loooooove azelaic acid, specifically Melazepam!

Current routine:

AM

Garnier Micellar Water - pink cap or Cerave Foaming cleanser

Cosrx Aha/bha Clarifying Treatment Toner

BELITAE Vitamin C Serum with Hyaluronic Acid to my under eye area and upper cheeks

Melazepam to the rest of my face and neck, especially my nose. Sometimes I wait after the Vit C but not usually since I don't use them in the same spots.

I do wait 15-20 minutes after my actives step.

SCINIC First Treatment Essence 3 skin method. My face loves this more than the Missha FTE.

SCINIC Snail All In One Ampoule or SCINIC Honey All In One Ampoule depending on the day.

CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion

A'PIEU PURE BLOCK Natural Sun Cream SPF45/PA+++ I don't see much sunlight at all but when I do, this one keeps me from turning beet red imediately upon application.

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Derma Green-Cure Solution Recover Cream This is the best thing I've found for redness and skin barrier repair! My skin loves ceramides so much and this soothes like nothing I've found yet.

Medela Tender Care Lanolin Tube on my lips. Yes it's nip cream. I couldn't use it all up while nursing and it causes my skin to redden so it's perfect for a little lip color.

PM

ROHTO Hada Labo Gokujun Cleansing Oil My skin reacted to Holika Holika Soda Pore B.b Deep Cleansing Oil so this is my second one to try and I'm really enjoying it.

Cerave Foaming cleanser with a konjac sponge but waiting on
Hada Labo Rohto Gokujyn Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing Foam in the mail.

Cosrx Aha/bha Clarifying Treatment Toner

BELITAE Vitamin C Serum with Hyaluronic Acid to my under eye area and upper cheeks

Melazepam to the rest of my face and neck, especially my nose like the AM.

SCINIC First Treatment Essence 3 skin method.

All depending on how I'm feeling that evening:

LJH TeaTree 90 Essence

SCINIC Snail All In One Ampoule

SCINIC Honey All In One Ampoule

Cosrx Galactomyces 95 Whitening Power Essence

Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

MIZON Snail Repair Eye Cream

Petitfee Black Pearl and Gold Hydrogel Eye Patch Not sure if I like these or not honestly...

Some or all of these layers followed by CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion and

Guerisson 9 Complex Horse Oil Cream

Pretty sure my shower filter, Mermosis, has also helped my skin and hair.

I also use sometimes REVITABOOST PEEL Anti-Aging Peel Pads or Cosrx Bha Blackhead Power Liquid but I skip my AzA on those days and just go back to my regular routine the following day. These are rare for me though because they make me ridiculously red again.

Things I'm waiting on in the mail:

ROSETTE Aqua Ceramide Gel

Rumase BIFIDA Snail Toner

Hada Labo Rohto Gokujyn Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing Foam

It's Skin Power 10 Formula - PO Effector

Hoping the all work well for me too!

I use an Asian brand which is on amazon which is this

Another really popular brand (which I also love) is a DHC brand!

Coconut oil or cleansing oil

Yeah, it is fragrance free and rinses clean. Here is another good one is one by Hada Labo. They're both great for sensitive skin!

https://smile.amazon.com/ROHTO-Hadalabo-Gokujun-Cleansing-Oil/dp/B004OQHZ2M/

ROHTO Hadalabo Gokujun Cleansing Oil 200ml https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004OQHZ2M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_DVDZAbT41KTTB

Love this cleansing oil! I have dry skin that can’t tolerate any foaming cleansers. I use this and then follow up with a cotton round & Micellar Water to really make sure I get every last trace. The oil emulsifies nicely and rinses off without leftover oily residue.

I used that cetaphil one too, and it was WAY too drying for me. I got that same dry, tight feeling. I use the CeraVe hydrating one now, and it works very well. It seems like your skin might not like foaming cleansers, so that one might be a good fit for you. If you have a problem with oil, an emulsifying oil cleanser instead of just oil would be a good idea. This is the one I use: https://www.amazon.com/ROHTO-Hadalabo-Gokujun-Cleansing-Pound/dp/B004OQHZ2M
but Neutrogena and Burt's Bees also have ones that you can find in the drugstore.

For for products with hyaluronic acid in it Hada Labo is your friend. They have a [hydrating hyaluronic acid toner] (https://www.amazon.com/Hada-Labo-Gokujyn-Hyaluronic-Lotion/dp/B000FQUGXA) and facial wash that is loved in this sub. They also have a HA sheet masks, sunscreen, moisterizer and oil cleanser so you could technically make an entire routine with products with HA in them!

My skin is also super picky about oil cleansers as I found out. I tried quite a few before finding this one I like that it has no mineral oil and is affordable and amazon prime! It busts through sunscreen and makeup so well!

Otherwise I would suggest a micellar water. It's not AB but I like the Simple Brand micellar water. It's very gentle and they don't use perfumes or anything harsh in it.

After reading fiddy's page it seems you are kind of using an oil cleanser to do OCM? could you just quickly tell me why using an emulsifying cleansing oil is better/different to say using jojoba oil?

I am pretty certain I want to try this to but thought i had better ask as OCM with stand alone oil's has never worked for me.

Also is this the oil you use?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rohto-Hadalabo-Gokujun-Cleansing-Oil/dp/B004OQHZ2M/ref=sr_1_1?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1462147195&sr=1-1&keywords=hada+labo+oil

thanks

A Hada Labo one, although the price has shot up remarkably on Prime. I've never paid more than $12 for it, have gone through I don't know how many bottles of it.

I would start with an oil cleanser. I use this one and love it! It's mineral oil free which I found is an ingredient that breaks me out so I was happy to find one without it. After that I would make sure your face cleanser is around 5 or below. Low ph is essential in a cleanser. I use Innisfree bija trouble cleansing gel which is a ph of 3.2. After that I would find things like a toner or an essence that targets a problem area for you. Also a moisturizer! The other essential is a sunscreen! Sunscreen is sooooooo important! It will help with pih and evening skintone as well as preventing future damage! There are lots of good Asian sunscreens that are very different than American ones and work well with makeup.

Jolse is fantastic and has a lot of brands to offer and I feel has the best makeup selection. I actually just got a huge order from RoseRoseShop that I got in 3 days! I was so excited and surprised it came that fast. I had never splurged for EMS shipping before but man it was worth the extra pennies!

I'm looking into the Hadalabo cleansing oil and have found 2 on Amazon, so I'm wondering if they're the same with different packaging or if one is a different formula or..?? This one is the original link that I followed off 50 Shades of Snail's blog and it links to this, which it says is a newer version of the item. I would just go ahead and buy the first linked item, as it seems reputable with many many reviews, but it's gone up in price to $25 and the second one is $16. Really hoping someone can help bc Google wasn't very helpful when I searched for things like "hadalabo cleansing oil new packaging" "new formula" etc lol.. Thanks in advance for any help! :)

I'm sensitive to mineral oil, too- the Hada Labo Gokujyun Cleansing Oil is almost exactly the same price (+/- $1 USD on Amazon) and it's an HG for me. It's olive and jojoba oil-based. :) I see you're in the UK, so here's the relevant UK Amazon link.

Hey, I'm new to AB and am thinking of buying the Hada Labo Cleansing oil. Does anyone know if this Amazon seller is legit, or if not where the best place to get it is?
https://www.amazon.com/ROHTO-Hadalabo-Gokujun-Cleansing-200ml/dp/B004OQHZ2M

The Hada Labo oil cleanser I just received doesn’t look like the packaging I’ve seen in other photos. Is it a fake or other edition?:

https://i.imgur.com/BO0ycfX.jpg

I’m used to seeing this packaging

It does sound like her skin is dehydrated. Does she have any other skin issues which could cause the dehydration? For me, it was rosacea. Once I got my rosacea under control, i was eventually able to deal with the dehydration.

What sucks is that everyone's skin is different. What irritates your gf's skin will be different from what irritates my skin. I would recommend that she tries using an oil cleanser or a cream cleanser (this one she massages it into her skin and then gently removes it with a cotton round), and finds a good moisturizer before focussing on the acne. If something causes her acne to get worse, though, she should quickly stop using it. She will have to figure out what ingredients don't work for her and move on from there.

I have a list of stuff that worked for me when my skin was at it's worse. The first two were my savior, the only products that moisturized my skin and didn't burn! They're like first step moisturizers that you pat in your skin and then apply a heavier moisturizer on top. The body shop products, I just feel that I'm lucky they worked for me because the ingredient list isn't good for me (it includes some things that usually irritate my skin) but the formula worked for my skin. They might be worth a shot. I'd recommend trying the masks first.

I also use a prescription sulfur and sulfacetamide face wash that really made a difference in my skin due to my rosacea. My skin would not have got better if it wasn't for this face wash, so if she does have an underlying skin issue, she will likely have to get a doctor to help.

Also, aquaphor/vaseline could be something useful to try on a day when she's not going out. It's difficult to wash off without regular face wash, but it could help with keeping her skin moisturized.

Hada Labo Gokujun Hyaluronic Lotion Moist

Caracolla Lotion

Hada Labo Gokujun Cleansing Oil

The Body Shop Aloe line

The Body Shop Aloe Cream Cleanser

The Body Show Vit E line

Argan oil

Macadamia nut oil

Thank you for sharing your input. I too think my moisture barrier around my eyes are compromised. I did get a few new toners that does not sting me and is currently patch testing them slowly to watch for reaction or stinging.

For the Hada Labo oil, are you talking about this one?

As for the Etude Soonjung barrier cream, is it this? What about the Etude Sleeping Pack?

I have a tube of Embryolisse Lait Crème Concentre. Do you think that is moisturizing enough? If I know it is going to help, I can endure the sting. If that is not good enough, is the Aveeno bath therapy pack usable for face? Is it these?

Thanks for such a long and detailed response! I have a few questions, if you don't mind.

I wasn't familiar with sebaceous filaments until you posted this comment. I think you are right, they are not blackheads, but they are sebaceous filaments. Thanks for noticing this. What do you make of the Hada Labo oil cleanser and Hada Labo foaming wash combo? (i.e. this oil cleanser + this regular cleanser).

I will investigate those things relating to vitamin/mineral deficiencies, cleaning products and hard water, thanks for the suggestions. Off the top of your head, would you happen to know of some scientific literature that has studied these things? I have found some myself, I'm just interested in what you've read specifically.

Are these colloidal oatmeal and honey masks pre-made by some cosmetics manufacturer, or do you mix this yourself with ingredients from a shop?

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Have you tried the hada labo oil cleanser? link

The Fancl one burned in my eyes, but this one is a lot milder to me (yes, I have really sensitive eyes).

I've used oil cleansing with both Paula's Choice BHA and AHA with no adverse effects. Because the oil wipes your face clean, and then you use the acids afterwards on fresh skin.

Here's another great resource for more information on OCM, and it's what convinced me to jump in. She outlines the basic reason behind why OCM is so popular and gives some great recommendations on how to start. It's worth noting that many cultures around the world have used oils on their faces for centuries if not longer. It's really only within the last 100 years that we started formulating all these different types of products which are vastly different from what humans have used for hygiene purposes before the rise of modern industrialization.

I've become a huge proponent of OCM, and at first I did mess around with a bunch of different blends but I've realized that I can just slather on olive oil or whatever I happen to have around the house without any sensitivities or pore blockages (with the exception of coconut oil, which can be highly comodogenic for some people, and I just don't want to risk it). Basically you have tons of choices with lots of room for customization to your skin type and skin concerns! You could also buy an oil blend like this one by Hada Labo, which is what I'm currently using and I've almost emptied it. I really like this formulation because the oil emulsifies very easily, so I can just rinse it off with water and not have to bother with a wash cloth. I use it everyday, and almost nothing else has been so effective for removing my sunscreen and makeup, even waterproof mascara.

Here's my PM step-by-step routine if you're curious:

• Without splashing water on my face, use one pump of the Hada Labo cleansing oil to gently massage all over my skin, loosening sunscreen and makeup. I like to do this for at least one full minute. I used to do the oil massage and then place a warm wet wash cloth over my face, which gives a nice spa treatment effect by softening the makeup even more and allowing the oil to penetrate more deeply. Now, I find that's not really necessary. I rinse off with water, and sometimes repeat with another pump of oil just to be safe. I don't use a toner or anything because the oil just gets every speck off.
  
  
• If I have any active breakouts, I'll spot treat with diluted tea tree oil.
  
  
• Then, I spread one pump of Paula's choice 8% AHA over my face but avoid the areas where I just dabbed tea tree oil, because that's too harsh all at once. I use the AHA at night because it increases sun sensitivity, and I use the BHA in the mornings.
  
  
• Wait 15-20 minutes for product to sink in. While I'm waiting I usually pat on some eye cream and moisturize the rest of my body.
  
  
• Use a nice moisturizer. Even for oily-skinned people, I cannot stress the importance of moisturizer. Despite being oily skinned at the beginning of my skin journey, I can use OCM and then use a rich cream as moisturizer or another kind of oil as a moisturizer without feeling overly greasy. My skin has never been more balanced, I haven't had to use anything to blot in ages. I don't powder either, and I don't use any kind of oil controlling product.
  
  Feel free to PM me for more info, anecdotes, or recommendations if you like! It seems that we started at a similar place, and I did TONS of research to get where I am now, so I love passing on that knowledge to others. Hopefully you find it helpful.

Thanks for the response! I've looked through most of the threads and they were extremely useful! Here is what I've decided on as my first haul:

• Oil cleanser: ROHTO Hadalabo Gokujun Cleansing Oil
  
  
• Low pH water-based cleanser: CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser
  
  
• Moisturizer: [MIZON] All in One Snail Repair Cream
  
  
  
• Sunscreen: MISSHA All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Milk
  
  
• Sheet mask: [Tosowoong] Pure Deep Sea Water Mask
  
  The Beginner Guide mentioned patch testing for 2 weeks to 1 month. Would I be able to patch test all 4 products at once if I'm using different areas of my skin (behind the ear and inside the elbow on both left and right sides)? Also, this sounds kind of dumb but are you supposed to patch test a sheet maks?

Hado Labo Cleansing Oil.

Check this out at Amazon.com
ROHTO Hadalabo Gokujun Cleansing Oil 200ml https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004OQHZ2M/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_NPWCDb1BNN0AT

There are a variety of ingredients, methods, and products that could potentially help you. The problem is everyone is different, so it will have to be a careful trial and error (and patience over a period of time) before you can pinpoint the right solution for you and what the original cause was.

If you're going to try products, I highly recommend you buy small sample sizes if possible and try them out one or two at a time. Be careful and start small, especially with active ingredients. They're quite potent, which means they give powerful positive results, but you can also risk overusing them or using them in a dangerous combination. So do your research about correct application and be careful.

• BHA (salicylic acid), such as Paula's Choice or Stridex. A very popular ingredient with a great track record in preventing/clearing acne, clearing acne scars, and generally improving texture, tone, and color. I would recommend getting sample sizes of these to start.
  
• Azelaic acid is another great way to tackle both acne and scars. Paula's Choice has a great azelaic acid + salicylic acid combo that I highly recommend.
  
• Vitamin C. Can help greatly with acne scars. Paula's Choice, The Ordinary.
  
• Sulphur is known to be antibacterial and a mask containing sulphur can help suppress breakouts. But most likely will not help with scarring. Sunday Riley Saturn mask helped a few people I know with cystic breakouts.
  
• Differin. Contains adapalene which is known to clear and prevent acne. Be really careful and don't use with exfoliants.
  
• Benzoyl peroxide. Pretty commonly used to clear and prevent acne, but it has the unfortunate affect of bleaching clothes/pillows/etc and can be pretty strong. Paula's Choice.
  
• Aquaphor/vaseline/hyaluronic acid. It's possible your moisture barrier is not doing so well right now. Counterintuitively, being too dry can exacerbate acne. Also, if you're using exfoliants or other active ingredients, you'll want to make sure to stay hydrated and moisturized. Aquaphor, HA. Also recommend this Hado Labo HA cleanser and oil cleanser for a very hydrating double cleanse.
  
• Sunscreen. You don't mention it but you should be wearing a daily sunscreen that's non-comedogenic, especially if you are trying any of the products above. La-Roche Posay, Elta MD, Neutrogena.
  
  The list goes on and on but you can start your research here.
  
  To eliminate causes, pay attention to when you have breakouts. Make sure the products you're currently using are a good pH and aren't breaking you out to begin with. Don't eat dairy for a long while until you know it doesn't cause the breakouts.
  
  Hormonal acne is most often clustered on chin and jawline, is often cystic, and often flares up once a month (aka period). If that describes you, you might want to talk to a doctor or dermatologist about whether it's hormonal or not, because there are treatments for that, such as birth control or spearmint tea.

Bought the Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleansing Rich Oil and recently started used it for double cleansing (followed it with my usual face wash, TonyMoly Goat Milk Cream Foam Cleanser if it matters). Not sure if I was doing it right, but I got a break out after two days!

I do randomly get break outs every now and then so I wasn't sure if it was due to the product. I kept using it and after what's now been about a week, the initial breakout died down and nothing has happened since.

[I realize that I bought the "rich" version instead of the "light" version, which I think I should have bought, since my skin leans towards oily.]

 

My Questions:

1. Should I try a new oil cleanser, or do you think that since the acne has died down it might have been coincidental?
   
   
2. How do I know if a product breaks me out?
   
    
   
    
   
    
   
   
   
   I'm considering either the light version, or the Hadalabo Gokujun Cleansing Oil if I do buy a new one.
   
   If you think it would be helpful for me to post my entire routine I wouldn't mind!