APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Cleansing Oil 105ml

Values You Can Trust: 100% Genuine | Fragrance-Free (see allergen note)

Pros:

• Brand-disclosed exact ppm for Glutathione and Niacinamide, unusually transparent for a cleansing oil
• Liquid format pours and spreads more easily on damp hands than a solid balm
• Suitable for sensitive skin per brand testing claims

Honest caveats:

• Contains Limonene, a natural EU 26 fragrance allergen, from its essential oil content
• As a rinse-off product, the brightening actives have minimal skin-contact time to act
• "Dermatologist tested"/hypoallergenic claims are brand-stated, not independently verified

The same over-cleansing cycle applies here: Mauritius heat makes sebum and sunscreen residue feel like "grime" by evening, tempting a second harsh wash on top of this oil. One oil-based first cleanse plus a gentle water-based second cleanse is enough — repeating with a stripping foam cleanser is what restarts the cycle.

Step 1 (When): PM, first step of a double cleanse. Step 2 (How much): A coin-size pool in the palm. Step 3 (How): Massage on dry skin, then emulsify with water before rinsing.

The one rule: Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

Dosage: Coin-size pool. Technique: Emulsify first — massage dry, add water gradually, rinse once milky. Required skin state: Fully dry hands and face at the start.

Cotton pad vs. hands: Hands deliver 100% of product. Cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40%. Use hands unless applying as an exfoliant swipe.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global rules: Viscosity ladder — thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20 seconds, serum layers 30-60 seconds, before sunscreen 10-15 minutes if going outdoors or applying makeup. Amount defaults unless brand-specific guidance overrides: watery toner/essence 5-8 drops per layer; serum/ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump; eye product half a rice-grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream moisturizer 1-2 peas; occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size; sunscreen the 2-finger rule for the face plus one finger for the neck. Hydrators go on slightly damp skin; retinoids go on fully dry skin (wait 10 minutes after cleansing if sensitive); exfoliating acids go on dry or lightly damp skin depending on tolerance, and stay in one lane per night. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than adding more.

In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking. In high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

Viscosity tier: Liquid oil — thinner than a balm, so it spreads faster but is easier to over-pour; start with less than you think you need.

Prerequisites: A functioning cleanse-and-moisturize routine and daily SPF if used in the AM. Without these foundations, an active-containing product causes more harm than benefit.

Primary target: Removing sunscreen, makeup, and sebum as the first step of a double cleanse.

What this product cannot do: It cannot deliver a meaningful leave-on-strength brightening effect at 100ppm actives with under a minute of rinse-off contact.

Best paired with (second-cleanse step):

• Primary pick: APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Facial Cleanser 80ml. Same complex; the Facial Cleanser is a natural second-cleanse pairing, or the Balm is an alternative first-cleanse texture.
• Alternative: APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Cleansing Balm 80ml. Same complex; the Facial Cleanser is a natural second-cleanse pairing, or the Balm is an alternative first-cleanse texture.

MYTH: "This cleansing oil is basically a treatment serum because it lists Glutathione and Niacinamide." REALITY: At 100ppm each in a product rinsed off within about a minute, this is a cleansing step first — pair it with a leave-on brightening product for the actual treatment effect.

Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region (harder in parts of the Plaines Wilhems and Moka corridor); hard water can leave a mineral film on skin that reads as tightness after rinsing, so a hydrating toner step after cleansing helps counteract that residue regardless of which product you use next.

July-November is Mauritius' sugar cane burning season, when ambient PM2.5 rises; this product's finish does not noticeably increase particulate adhesion, so no seasonal adjustment is required beyond your normal daily sunscreen and antioxidant habits.

Hero actives:

*Clinical evidence is based on in-vitro (lab cell) or small-sample studies at the ingredient-class level, not a study on this exact product. In-vivo (human skin) results on this specific formula may differ. This does not mean the ingredient is ineffective — it means the evidence tier is lower.

Full INCI list: Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (73.8% within the 73.8% complex), Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---], Glutathione (100ppm), Niacinamide (100ppm), and remaining botanical extracts/preservative system consistent with this sub-line's shared pattern — the complete tail-end list beyond the confirmed entries above was not independently re-verified for this exact SKU during this research pass (source: retailer/INCIDecoder listings via web search; WebFetch blocked — confidence medium).

EU 26 allergen screen: Limonene detected in the declared INCI, introduced via the natural essential oils in this formula rather than a separate synthetic fragrance. From the Mentha Arvensis (peppermint) and Melaleuca Alternifolia (tea tree) oils; this was explicitly confirmed for this SKU during research, not assumed.

Scent: No detectable added scent beyond a faint herbal note from Centella Asiatica.

Halal: No formal Halal certificate was found for APLB during research. No ethanol-from-fermentation or porcine-derived ingredients detected in the confirmed portion of the INCI.

Vegan: No animal-derived ingredients confirmed in the portion of the INCI verified for this exact SKU; the unconfirmed tail-end list is an open question.

Cruelty-Free: Brand-stated policy; not independently listed on PETA's Beauty Without Bunnies or the Leaping Bunny database at the time of writing.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

*Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit. Whether APLB sells through Mainland China retail channels that could carry a post-market animal-testing requirement is not confirmed either way.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no insoluble plastic microbeads detected in the declared INCI.

MFDS Classification: Not confirmed as a Korean Functional Cosmetic — treat as a General Cosmetic unless stated otherwise.

Evidence confidence: Medium at the ingredient-class level for the named actives; Low/Marketing-adjacent* for brand efficacy claims specific to this exact SKU, since no independent clinical study on this formula was found.

*Clinical evidence is based on in-vitro (lab cell) or small-sample studies at the ingredient-class level, not a study on this exact product. In-vivo (human skin) results on this specific formula may differ. This does not mean the ingredient is ineffective — it means the evidence tier is lower.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional (lower real-world risk). Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate are classic Malassezia feeders in a leave-on product, but this is a rinse-off cleanser with under 2 minutes of skin contact before it is emulsified and washed away — most fungal-acne-prone users tolerate rinse-off oils that they could never leave on. If you are highly FA-reactive, follow with a water-based second cleanser to remove any residue.

Assessment: Low-to-Medium. Water-based active formulas can pill if layered over a not-yet-absorbed silicone-heavy product; wait for full absorption between steps and pat rather than rub.

Color baseline: Check the product description above for this formula's expected color; any browning/yellowing beyond that, or a sour smell, signals oxidation.

Storage: Keep away from direct sun and bathroom humidity/heat; Mauritius bathroom conditions accelerate preservative breakdown once opened.

Spoilage signs: Off smell, separation that won't remix, visible mold or texture change. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test: Apply a small amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours; if clear, apply behind the ear and wait another 24 hours; only then begin facial use.

72-Hour Barrier Reset: If you get an adverse reaction: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser, a plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF. No acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce one product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — stop use immediately and seek medical care.

Common mistakes: Using this alongside another same-lane active without spacing them out; applying to wet-not-damp skin (diluting the formula); skipping SPF on days it's used in the AM; expecting week-one results from a product whose real effects need one full turnover cycle; over-applying, thinking more product means faster results.

Usage math: 105ml at roughly 3-4ml per use gives approximately 26-35 uses.

Used once daily, that is roughly 4-5 weeks; reorder when about a quarter full.

AM: If wearing overnight product buildup, use as the first of a double cleanse.

PM: 1. Pour a coin-size pool into dry hands. 2. Massage onto dry face for 30-60 seconds. 3. Add water to emulsify to a milky texture. 4. Rinse thoroughly. 5. Follow with a water-based second cleanse.

Bundle (double cleanse): this oil (dry hands/face, emulsify, rinse) followed by APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Facial Cleanser 80ml.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with this product, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

For a solid-to-oil texture within the same complex instead of a pourable liquid:

• Primary pick: APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Cleansing Balm 80ml.

Choose the Oil over the Balm if you prefer pouring onto damp hands rather than scooping a solid product, or if you find balms leave a slight residue on the container.

This product's primary function is described in the Atomic Answer above. You do not need it if you already own another product built around the same primary active at a similar or higher concentration — finish that one first. Stacking assessment: adding this alongside a different-pathway active (e.g., pairing brightening with barrier repair) is typically Significant Benefit; stacking two products chasing the same single active is No Benefit.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick verification tips: check for a printed batch code on the packaging (tube crimp, box base, or bottle underside) rather than a loose sticker.

APLB stands for "A Plus B" — the brand pairs two well-evidenced actives (the "A" and "B" named in most of its product titles) into a single named complex, printing the exact combined concentration directly on the packaging rather than hiding it behind a vague marketing name.

The brand positions itself against the K-beauty category's tendency toward exaggerated claims and premium pricing, aiming instead for transparent ingredient disclosure at a moderate price point. No brand-wide cruelty-free, vegan, or Halal certification from a checkable third-party body (PETA's Beauty Without Bunnies, Leaping Bunny, a named Halal certifier) was found during research — treat brand claims as brand-stated unless a specific SKU's own certificate is confirmed.

No independently verifiable Reddit or aggregated Amazon/YesStyle review data specific to this exact SKU was found during research at the time of writing.

Sustainability: Rinse and check local recycling codes; not stated as refillable.

What's the difference between this and the Cleansing Balm?

Same LIPO GLUTA NIAC complex and job (first-cleanse makeup/sunscreen removal); this is a pourable liquid oil, the Balm is a solid-to-oil scoop — texture preference is the main difference.

Is 100ppm Niacinamide enough to do anything?

At this dose and in a rinse-off format, treat any brightening contribution as minor; the product's real job is dissolving makeup/sunscreen, not delivering a leave-on niacinamide treatment.

Will this sting my eyes if I use it near lash line?

Oil cleansers are generally more eye-comfortable than foaming surfactants, but avoid direct contact and rinse immediately if it happens.

Can I use this without a second cleanse afterward?

If you wear little product day-to-day, yes; if you wear sunscreen or makeup, a water-based second cleanse afterward removes any residual oil film more thoroughly.

Is it reef-safe if I wash it down the drain?

It contains no chemical UV filters, so the reef-safety question that applies to sunscreen does not apply here.

ppm

Parts per million — a way of expressing very low ingredient concentrations (100ppm = 0.01%).

First cleanse

The oil/balm step of a double cleanse aimed at dissolving oil-soluble product (sunscreen, makeup, sebum).

Tyrosinase

The enzyme that produces melanin; several brightening actives, including Glutathione, work by inhibiting it.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: Anyone who prefers a pourable oil cleanser over a solid balm for daily sunscreen/makeup removal.

Key benefits: Brand-disclosed exact ppm for its two named actives; suitable for sensitive skin; genuinely effective first cleanse.

Keep in mind: Contains Limonene from essential oils; brightening contribution is minor at this dose and contact time.

Assessment: Suitable, with a caveat. Contains natural essential oils (peppermint, tea tree) that can irritate treatment-sensitized skin despite being free of synthetic Parfum; patch test first.

Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.