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This allows the precision formula to bind to makeup, sunscreen, excess sebum, and pollution, which are a oil-based. Applying it to dry skin allows the formula to directly break down those impurities. If skin is wet, water creates a shield that prevents the balm from fully gripping and dissolving those oils. Once the balm has loosened impurities, adding water causes it to emulsify into a cleansing milk, allowing everything to rinse away easily without stripping the skin.

This method cleanses thoroughly while helping maintain the skin’s natural lipids, microbiome balance, and optimal pH—which is key to our barrier-supportive philosophy.

It likely means your moisture barrier is compromised and your skin is stripped, which can lead to uncomfortable tightness, dryness, moisture loss, reduced barrier function, and disruptions in oil production.

Instead of using harsh solubilizers that disrupt the skin’s natural oils, The MANTLE utilizes gentle emulsifiers to wash away impurities while respecting the skin’s moisture and oil balance. Formulated with lipoamino acids, these conditioning agents assist in gently cleansing the skin while supporting a balanced skin environment.

The acid mantle is a thin, acidic film on your skin's surface comprised of lipids and amino acids. Think of it as an invisible shield. ⁠It's a vital part of barrier function and acts as your skin's first line of defense against pollutants. ⁠Harsh, stripping cleansers can throw the acid mantle out of whack, leading to moisture loss and reduced barrier function.⁠

Instead of using harsh solubilizers that disrupt the skin’s natural oils, The MANTLE utilizes gentle emulsifiers to wash away impurities while respecting the skin’s moisture and oil balance. Formulated with lipoamino acids, these conditioning agents assist in gently cleansing the skin while supporting a balanced skin environment.

Yes! While it's a face wash, the multifunctional MANTLE can also be used as a skin-priming mask. You can leave it on for up to 20 minutes before rinsing for skin that's especially primed and nourished.

Yes. Wash your face in the morning to awaken your skin and prep for product application. At night, it does the work of a double cleanse, melting away the day’s dirt, sweat, sunscreen, waterproof makeup, and pollutants.

It should last 4-6 weeks, if used twice a day.

It features the same high-performance formula—with an elevated look for effortless application: The MANTLE Cleansing Balm debuts in a new easy-pump format, designed for less packaging and greater efficiency. With a single pump, your cleansing ritual begins. For the first time, The MANTLE Cleansing Balm also now comes in a convenient travel size—perfect for life on the go.