Cedar of the Forest emulsifying cleansing balm for makeup and sunscreen removal
Woman holding Cedar of the Forest cleansing balm during skincare routine
Cedar of the Forest emulsifying cleansing balm for makeup and sunscreen removal
Close-up texture of Cedar of the Forest cleansing balm
Woman applying Cedar of the Forest cleansing balm during evening skincare routine
Cedar of the Forest emulsifying cleansing balm for makeup and sunscreen removal
Woman holding Cedar of the Forest cleansing balm during skincare routine
Cedar of the Forest emulsifying cleansing balm for makeup and sunscreen removal
Close-up texture of Cedar of the Forest cleansing balm
Woman applying Cedar of the Forest cleansing balm during evening skincare routine

Cedar of the Forest - Emulsifying Cleansing Balm

Rs. 1,899.00
BARRIER-COMPATIBLE CLEANSING · SPF + MAKEUP REMOVAL · NO POST-WASH TIGHTNESS

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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Most face washes are built around one question: does it feel clean? Cedar was built around a different one: what does your skin lose each time you wash it?

Foam, matte skin, that tight feeling after rinsing — those aren't signs your cleanser worked well. They're signs your skin barrier took a hit. With every wash. Twice a day.

Cedar works differently. Massage it in as a rich balm — it melts into the skin, dissolving sunscreen, makeup and the day's residue. Add a little water and it transforms into a light milky rinse that lifts everything away cleanly. No film left behind. No tightness. Just skin that feels like itself again. Complete your routine with Fika and follow with Terra for balanced, barrier-supportive skincare.

✔ Removes SPF, makeup and urban residue using oil-based emulsification — without the foaming agents that disrupt your skin barrier
✔ Deeply hydrates while cleansing — no tightness or residue
✔ Strengthens and protects the skin barrier
✔ Enriched with cold-pressed Watermelon, Cucumber & Moringa oils
✔ Vegan, Cruelty Free, No Artificial Fragrance

With clean, dry fingertips, take generous amount and massage thoroughly onto dry face and neck in circular motions to break down any daily impurities, spf and makeup.

Add a splash of warm water and continue massaging the skin to emulsify the balm into a light milk. Rinse thoroughly with warm water to take it all off or use a damp face cloth to take it off for a deeper cleanse. and do a final face rinse with warm water.

This gentle indulgent cleanser can be used in the morning as a one-step cleanser; or at night as the first part of a double cleansing ritual.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil#, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil#, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil#, Hydrogenated Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Copernica Cerifera Wax, Polysorbate 60, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil#, Sorbitan Monostearate, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil#, Glycerin, Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil#, Cucumis Sativus Seed Oil#, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil#, Garcinia Indica Seed Butter, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Oil, Myroxylon Pereirae Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Cymbopogon Martini Extract, Rosa Damascena Oil, BHT

#Cold Pressed Oils

Deliveries: Domestic 4-7 working days / International 10-12 working days
Expiry : 24 months from date of manufacturing
Please read ingredients list and patch test before use.
Melanin-Conscious .
Dermatologically Tested .
Barrier-first .
Vegan .
Cruelty Free .
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How is Cedar of the Forest - Emulsifying Cleansing Balm different?

  • Cold-pressed plant oils dissolve SPF, makeup, and buildup without disrupting your skin barrier
  • Kokum Butter gently lifts away dirt while softening dry, flaky patches
  • Emulsifies on contact with water — rinses clean with no film, no tugging
  • Moringa Seed Oil (rich in behenic acid) smooths and softens skin without clogging pores
  • Watermelon Seed Oil replenishes essential fatty acids lost to over-cleansing
  • Cucumber Seed Oil helps rebuild skin’s protective lipid layer over time
  • Naturally soothing and anti-inflammatory oils reduce redness post-cleanse
  • Cucumber and Watermelon Seed Oils are rich in phytosterols and linoleic acid — ideal for skin prone to sensitivity or post-acne dryness
  • Balm-to-milk formula avoids friction, making it safe even for compromised or post-procedure skin
  • Moringa and Watermelon Seed Oils provide antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E
  • These oils help neutralize free radical damage from pollution, blue light, and urban stress
  • Ideal as the first step in your PM routine to prep skin for actives or serums
  • Inspired by ancient cedar forests, this balm brings in a sensory layer to cleansing: grounding, quiet, and meditative.
  • The texture starts as a rich balm, then melts into a velvety oil and emulsifies into a light milk on contact with water, rinsing clean without disrupting the skin’s microbiome.
  • The scent — derived from minimal, non-sensitizing aromatics — evokes a moment of stillness, making cleansing feel like a reset rather than a chore.

What is so unique about it?

As you massage this face cleansing balm into your face, you will find it melts without the feeling of pulling at the skin, unlike regular balms that leave oil on your face. Its about this yielding texture that allows for easy massage and removal.

An oil cleanser/Balm is all about texture: You want the wax/oils to not feel too dry, but you want them to not feel too heavy either. You want them to wipe off, but you want a little residual layer left. You want them to have this cushiony push to them, so that as you’re massaging off whatever you’re taking off, your hands are moving freely and evenly, and this lives up to everything we designed it for. This gives you a control over the slip so you can use the amount basis your need – a regular wash or a long massage.

 

Hear directly from our Community

Cedar of the forest - Emulsifying cleansing balm

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.

~Pavi

Verified customer

Cedar of the forest - Emulsifying cleansing balm

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.

Payal

Verified customer

Cedar of the forest - Emulsifying cleansing balm

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

Alka

Verified Customer

YOUR ROUTINE GUIDE HERE

  • 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.

  • • Removes sunscreen, everyday makeup, and impurities
    • Clarifies pores, decongests, and refines for visibly smooth skin
    • Lipid rich to support and soothe the skin's natural lipid barrier
    • Cleanses without drying out
    • Gentle on all skin types
    • Vegan, cruelty-free, and suitable for skincare for sensitive skin

  • Not at all. Our balm is formulated with non-comedogenic, barrier-supportive oils that dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and daily grime—without disrupting your skin’s microbiome or triggering breakouts. It’s especially suited for dry, sensitive, or reactive skin types.

  • Only if you’ve layered heavy makeup. On most days, this balm melts everything away in one gentle step. For deeper detox or oily skin types, follow with a mild, pH-balanced cleanser—but it’s absolutely optional.

  • Yes. This gentle face cleansing balm glides smoothly over the delicate eye area without stinging or tugging, making the removal of mascara and kajal effortless and soothing. Its nourishing oil-based texture helps dissolve makeup while maintaining comfort, even on sensitive skin.

    For best results, use gentle pressure and avoid getting the product directly into the waterline.

  • Cleansing balms combine the richness of oils with the luxurious feel of a balm-to-milk texture. Unlike micellar waters, which can strip or leave residue, our balm emulsifies completely—leaving your skin soft, nourished, and calm.

  • 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.

    • All skin types
    • Dry
    • Sensitive
    • Normal
    • Mature
    • Aging
    • Universal
    • Rough
    • Very dry
    • Combination
    • Oily

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BEHIND THE SCENES.

The "Cedar Forest," a divine and cool shady forest, is a significant location in Mesopotamian mythology, notably mentioned in the Epic of Gilgamesh. Legend has it that this forest was protected by Mesopotamian Gods for its Cedars, which gave rise to another name for the Cedar trees – the Cedars of God.

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Our cleansing balm is named after this sacred Cedar of the forest

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For the scent of Cedar of the forest, we were seeking something grounding yet an engulfing scent. A Scent that was reminiscent of forest bathing – blend of green, woody, and floral notes.A scent that sweeps you away with earthy warmth of Cedar and Balsam Peru to the soft, soothing hints of Palmarosa, Rose and Chamomile.

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With every use, it wraps you in a comforting, green-woody embrace, helping to release stress and calm the senses, leaving you craving more than what your nose can sense,

Energetically, The Cedar of Forest is cooling, light, evocative of the expansive floral green canopies.

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Our founder's thoughts

“I wanted to create a cleanser that captured the true essence of the artisanal balms The formulation of this cleanser was a tall order, it had to do more than just cleansing - a pure joy to use, ingredients that could nourish even during the briefest contact with skin. And most importantly, it had to destress both - the mind and the body. Cedar of the Forest is a dream come true in all those aspects.”

Achla Sawant. Founder

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