ROUND LAB 1025 DOKDO CLEANSING OIL 200ML

Values: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · Reef-Safe (contains no UV filter to assess, oils only) · Fragrance-Conscious, not Fragrance-Free · Vegan-Friendly* · Halal-Friendly*.

Removing makeup and sunscreen at the end of a humid day can feel like a chore, especially when foaming cleansers leave skin squeaky and tight afterward — this oil cleanser is built specifically to avoid that trade-off.

Pros: genuinely effective at removing sunscreen/makeup without a harsh strip; rinses to a clean, non-oily milk; ceramide + triple-HA + panthenol formula is unusually considered for the price tier; a 200ml bottle lasts most people 3-4 months.

Caveats: contains a noticeable Bergamot + Sage scent (not fragrance-free); some sensitive/rosacea-prone reviewers found it too strong; six plant oils mean fungal-acne-cautious users should patch test rather than assume "rinse-off" clears all risk.

In Mauritius heat, the oily, slightly grimy feeling by midday is sebum and sweat doing their job — not dirt. Washing more than twice daily, or scrubbing hard to feel "truly clean," strips the skin's acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5) and triggers compensatory sebum overproduction, the exact oiliness people are usually trying to eliminate.

This cleansing oil breaks that cycle by dissolving oil-soluble buildup (sunscreen, sebum, makeup) with oil rather than surfactant force, then emulsifying to a milky rinse that carries it away without the alkaline "squeaky clean" feeling that signals barrier damage.

Step 1 (When): PM, as the first step of a double cleanse — or anytime sunscreen/makeup needs removing.
Step 2 (How much): 1-2 pumps into dry palms.
Step 3 (How): Massage onto completely dry skin for 60 seconds, add a little water to emulsify to milky white, then rinse with lukewarm water.

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.

1. (Optional) Cleansing Oil, only if last night's sunscreen has left residue. 2. Water-based cleanser or splash rinse. 3. Toner. 4. Serum/essence. 5. Moisturizer. 6. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++.

In humid Mauritius mornings, humectants like hyaluronic acid in step 3-4 pull water from the humid air rather than deeper skin layers — a genuine climate advantage over drier seasons.

1. ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Oil — dry hands, massage 60 seconds, emulsify, rinse. 2. Water-based/foam cleanser (second cleanse). 3. Toner. 4. Treatment serum. 5. Moisturizer.

This product occupies the "melt" lane of a double cleanse, not an active lane — it does not need rotation in a skin-cycling schedule.

Technique: massage on completely dry skin and hands first — adding water too early prevents the oils from properly dissolving sunscreen/makeup. Once makeup has visibly lifted, add a small amount of water and continue massaging until the oil turns milky-white, then rinse.

Hands deliver 100% of product; cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40% and are not appropriate for an oil cleanser regardless.

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 → thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serums 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 min. Amount defaults: toner 5-8 drops, serum 2-3 drops, eye product ½ rice-grain, gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas, sunscreen 2-finger rule for face. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

AM Maximum Stack: (1) Gentle cleanse/rinse if needed → (2) pH-prep toner → (3) hydrating toner layers → (4) essence → (5) mist → (6) booster/soothing serum → (7) antioxidant lane (choose one) → (8) pigment-support lane (choose one) → (9) hydration serum lane → (10) oil-control lane (choose one) → (11) peptide/repair lane → (12) eye cream → (13) moisturizer → (14) optional occlusive seal → (15) Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) → (16) lip SPF. In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: (1) Micellar pre-cleanse if needed → (2) Oil/Balm Cleanser — this product's slot, massage dry, emulsify, rinse → (3) Water-based second cleanse → (4) pH-prep toner → (5) hydrating toner layers → (6) essence → (7) soothing/barrier serum → (8) anchor treatment product → (9) targeted serum → (10) moisturizer → (11) sleeping mask → (12) occlusive seal → (13) spot treatment → (14) lip sleeping mask. 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.

This sits at the thickest end of the "oil phase" tier, applied first (on dry skin, before any water touches the face) and rinsed off entirely — it is never layered under other products. It is a genuine oil-phase emulsion: Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate and Phosphatidylcholine act as self-emulsifiers that let the six plant oils turn milky and rinse cleanly rather than leaving a residue film.

Makeup, sunscreen, and sebum removal: oil dissolves oil-soluble residue that water and surfactant alone can miss, especially with sunscreen film.

Secondary benefit: ceramide and hyaluronic acid content mean the cleansing step itself is less net-drying than a typical first-cleanse oil.

What this product cannot do: it cannot exfoliate, treat acne, or replace a proper water-based second cleanse for anyone wearing SPF or makeup — used alone, sunscreen film residue can remain.

Second cleanser (water-based) — Primary: ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleanser 150ml — same sub-line, low-pH foam that finishes the double cleanse without undoing the oil step's gentleness; PM. Alternatives currently in stock: ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Cleanser, Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser, Anua Heartleaf Succinic Cleansing Foam.

Toner — Primary: ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Toner 100ml — same deep-sea-water hero ingredient, continues hydration after the cleanse; AM and PM. Alternatives currently in stock: ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Toner 500ml, ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Pad. (Note: the matching 200ml Toner is temporarily out of stock at the time of writing.)

Moisturizer — Primary: ROUND LAB Mugwort Calming Cream — seals hydration post-cleanse without adding conflicting actives; AM and PM. Alternatives currently in stock: ROUND LAB Camellia Deep Collagen Firming Cream, ROUND LAB Baby Mild Cream.

Sunscreen — Primary: ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Stick — this cleansing oil is specifically built to remove sunscreen residue cleanly at night, so an easy-to-remove stick pairs well; AM only. Alternatives currently in stock: ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Sunscreen, ROUND LAB Birch Juice Tone Up Sunscreen, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light.

Pilling pairs: none expected — this product is rinsed off before any other layer is applied, so it cannot pill against later steps.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 increases during harvest burns. Since this is a rinse-off oil, it is well-placed to physically dissolve pollution particulates trapped in sunscreen film — no format change needed.

Hard water note: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard water can leave a calcium-stearate film after any cleanse. Follow with a pH-adjusting toner (see pairings above) to counteract residual tightness.

*Concentrations for the sea water and hero-marketed ingredients are not publicly disclosed by the brand at the time of writing.

Full INCI: Ethylhexyl Stearate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Diisostearyl Malate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Canola Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Sea Water, Butylene Glycol, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---], Allantoin, Panthenol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phosphatidylcholine, Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Glycine, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Serine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lysine, Alanine, Arginine, Threonine, Proline, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Tocopherol.

Ingredient order aggregated from third-party ingredient-decoder listings, not read directly from packaging — treat exact 1% line placement as an estimate.

Preservative system: Ethylhexylglycerin and 1,2-Hexanediol function as a mild preservative-booster pair; no traditional paraben preservative found in the declared list.

Fragrance status: Essential Oils Only — not fragrance-free. Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil and Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil provide a natural herbal-citrus scent.

Scent description: light herbal-citrus, dissipates within 1-5 minutes of rinsing.

EU 26 allergen screen: Limonene and Linalool are common naturally-occurring constituents of Bergamot and Sage oils, but neither was separately declared as its own line in the ingredient sources checked this pass — treat as a plausible undisclosed-constituent caution rather than a confirmed detection. Based on brand-declared INCI as aggregated by third-party sources; patch test advised for sensitive individuals.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no denatured or drying alcohol found in the declared INCI.

Halal: *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.

Vegan: *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.

Cruelty-Free: ROUND LAB's cruelty-free status is genuinely disputed across the sources we checked — some cruelty-free directories describe the brand as cruelty-free/independently owned, others report that a formal certification could not be confirmed. *We could not resolve this conflict from available sources; treat any cruelty-free claim for this brand as unverified rather than confirmed.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no microplastic-associated polymer found in the declared INCI.

MFDS Classification: General Cosmetic — no evidence found of Functional Cosmetic registration for this SKU.

Evidence confidence: Medium. The formulation's individual ingredients (ceramide, HA, panthenol) are well-studied classes; the specific sea-water mineral claim and any brand efficacy percentage are brand-stated and not independently verified. *No independent clinical study on this exact formula was found; brand claims are presented as brand-stated, not independently verified.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Evening Primrose, Avocado, Canola, and Macadamia oils carry some Malassezia-feeding reputation on community FA-safe lists; the rinse-off format meaningfully lowers real-world risk versus a leave-on product with the same oils, but FA-prone users who react to oil cleansers generally should patch test.

Assessment: None — this product is rinsed off completely before any other product is applied, so it cannot pill against subsequent layers.

Fresh color is a clear, light-yellow oil. If it turns visibly cloudy, separates permanently and won't remix with shaking, or develops a rancid/sour smell distinct from its normal herbal scent, discard it — oxidized plant oils can generate free radicals rather than the antioxidant benefit intended.

Storage: keep away from direct bathroom-window sunlight and away from shower steam heat, which accelerates oil oxidation faster than a cooler cabinet.

When in doubt, discard.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before full facial use — this matters more than usual here given the Bergamot/Sage essential-oil content.

72-hour barrier reset: if you experience a reaction, stop all actives. For 72 hours, use only a gentle cleanser, 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 — seek emergency care.

1. Applying to wet skin first — the oil needs dry skin and dry hands to properly dissolve makeup/sunscreen. 2. Rinsing before fully emulsifying — leaves an oily film. 3. Skipping the second water-based cleanse on heavy-makeup/sunscreen days. 4. Using it as a leave-on product. 5. Assuming "natural oils" means zero fungal-acne risk.

Overuse threshold: using it more than twice daily has no added benefit and increases unnecessary essential-oil skin exposure.

At roughly 1.5-2ml (1-2 pumps) per use, a 200ml bottle provides approximately 100-130 uses. Used once nightly, that is roughly 3-4 months of use, consistent with reviewer reports. Using significantly more than the recommended amount shortens this without improving cleansing — correct dosage extends product life without sacrificing results. Consider reordering about two weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for shipping time.

This cleansing oil is the "melt" step of a double cleanse, positioned to protect the acid mantle that a harsher first cleanse would strip. PM: 1. ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Oil (dry skin, 60s massage, emulsify, rinse) → 2. water-based second cleanser → 3. toner → 4. treatment serum → 5. moisturizer. AM: water-based cleanser or splash → toner → serum → moisturizer → SPF.

If you wear heavy, waterproof, or SPF50+ sunscreen daily, use this oil every PM without exception — skipping it is the most common reason sunscreen film builds up and clogs pores over weeks. If you have reactive/rosacea-prone skin, patch test behind the ear for 3 nights before full facial use because of the essential-oil content. If you're in a hard-water region of Mauritius, follow immediately with a toner to counteract mineral residue tightness.

Stock-true bundle: this cleansing oil + ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleanser + ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Toner 100ml recreates the brand's own 1025 Dokdo hydration line as a three-step routine, all sharing the same deep-sea-water hero ingredient.

After purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth.

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.

If you'd prefer a balm texture over a fluid oil, ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Balm uses the same deep-sea-water and ceramide base in a solid-to-oil format with added LHA/PHA exfoliation — better for those who want a slightly exfoliating first cleanse, though it also carries the same Bergamot/Sage scent. If you want the Dokdo hydration profile but prefer a peeling-oil texture, ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Peeling Cleansing Oil is a birch-based alternative currently in stock.

This product's primary function is removing oil-soluble makeup, sunscreen, and sebum as the first step of a double cleanse. You do not need this if you already own another oil cleanser, cleansing balm, or micellar-oil hybrid you're actively finishing — use that up first, since PAO (typically 12 months once opened) means buying a second one while the first expires is wasted product. Stacking it with a second oil cleanser offers no benefit (same mechanism); pairing it with a water-based second cleanser is complementary, not redundant.

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: genuine ROUND LAB packaging shows clean, precise print quality with no crooked labels; be cautious of prices well below typical retail; verify against the brand's own official channels if in doubt.

ROUND LAB structures its catalog around specific Korean sub-lines, each anchored to a single geographically-real ingredient rather than one umbrella "hero" across the whole brand — Dokdo island's deep-sea mineral water for the 1025 Dokdo line used here, birch sap for the Birch Juice line, mugwort for the Mugwort line. No parent company or manufacturing model (in-house vs. contract) has been publicly confirmed in the sources checked.

Across DermApproved, YesStyle, and Skinsort review aggregation, a normal-to-dry-skin reviewer described this as "genuinely excellent" at removing sunscreen and makeup with no oily residue left behind, praising the ceramide/triple-HA formula as unusually considered for an oil cleanser. A mixed reviewer with combination skin noted the Bergamot/Sage scent was "nice at first but noticeable every time," neither loving nor disliking the fragrance strongly enough to stop using it. A critical reviewer with rosacea-prone skin reported the formula felt "too strong" and caused mild stinging, ultimately switching to a fragrance-free alternative.

Common praise: effective, non-stripping removal; pleasant if you don't mind scent; good value per bottle. Common complaint: the essential-oil scent and occasional reports of irritation on very reactive/rosacea-prone skin.

Assessment: Consult Oncologist. This product contains Bergamot and Sage essential oils, and fragranced products (including natural essential-oil scents) are commonly advised against during active cancer treatment because treatment-sensitized skin can react more strongly to fragrance compounds than usual.

A fragrance-free alternative such as SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam may be more appropriate during treatment. Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.

Sustainability: check local recycling guidance for the plastic bottle and pump mechanism (pumps often need separating from the bottle before recycling).

Does this remove waterproof sunscreen/makeup? Yes — reviewers consistently report it handles daily sunscreen and standard makeup well; very stubborn waterproof mascara may need a targeted remover first.

Does it need a second cleanser after? Yes, if you wore sunscreen or makeup — this is designed as the first step of a double cleanse, not a standalone daily wash.

Is it fragrance-free? No — it contains Bergamot and Sage essential oils.

Is it fungal-acne safe? Conditionally — it contains oils with some FA-feeding reputation, though the rinse-off format lowers real risk. Patch test if you're FA-prone.

Can I use it every day? Yes, most commonly in the PM; using it AM as well is fine if sunscreen residue lingers.

Self-emulsifying

An oil formula that turns milky and rinses away in water without needing a separate soap.

Acid mantle

The skin's naturally slightly-acidic surface film (pH 4.5-5.5) that protects against bacteria and moisture loss.

Ceramide

A lipid naturally found in skin's outer layer that helps hold moisture in and irritants out.

Double cleanse

Using an oil-based cleanser first, then a water-based one, to fully remove both oil- and water-soluble residue.

Fungal acne (Malassezia)

Yeast-driven breakouts that can be worsened by certain oils and esters, distinct from bacterial acne.

PAO

Period-After-Opening — the symbol (e.g. 12M) showing how long a product stays good once opened.

Every product sold by Adilsons Beauty is 100% genuine, sourced through authorized Korean distribution channels. Full details on our verification system: Authenticity and Trust.

Our team is available to help you build a routine, troubleshoot reactions, and answer ingredient questions. WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

For in-depth skincare education, visit our blog at adilsons.mu/blogs/k-beauty or subscribe to our email to get our guided education series delivered to your inbox.

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).

Source of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.

Store Policies: For the most up-to-date information, please review our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy.

Best for: daily sunscreen or makeup wearers with normal, dry, or combination skin who want a genuinely gentle, non-stripping first cleanse and don't mind a light herbal-citrus scent.

Key benefits: effectively dissolves sunscreen/makeup/sebum; ceramide + triple-HA + panthenol formula supports the barrier rather than working against it; clean, non-oily rinse; long-lasting 200ml bottle.

Keep in mind: not fragrance-free (Bergamot + Sage essential oils); patch test if rosacea-prone or fungal-acne-cautious; still needs a second, water-based cleanse on makeup/sunscreen days.