MIMU MIMU Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil & Cooling Calming i.n.g Toner Review

With skincare being a saturated market, you get to that point where it feels like all products are the same. When I come across brands like MIMU MIMU who design products with new technologies it feels like a breeze of fresh air. Have you ever come across a brand that incorporates temperature and its effect on the skin into the delivery system of its products? I did not know until MIMU MIMU contacted me and offered to try their Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil & Cooling Calming i.n.g Toner. Of course, I said yes! My honest review of both products follows; trust me, it's worth the read.

(Disclaimer: This blog post is a paid ad, but all opinions are true and honest)

My Experience Using The MIMU MIMU Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil

This cleansing oil is like nothing I have ever tried in 2 ways. First, it is a bi-phase product, part oil and part water (not that it contains solely water, but water-soluble ingredients are in this phase). Secondly, its special formula allows the product to warm up once applied to the skin to help dilate the pores for deep cleansing of impurities like blackheads or excess sebum.

To correctly apply it to the skin, it is essential to shake the product properly for both phases to mix and rub into your palm to activate the product then proceed to cleanse your skin. The point of this is to recreate a spa experience at home. If you have ever been to a spa, it is common for steam or hot towels to be applied to your face before any treatment to help facilitate extractions. 

The texture of this product is also unique as while most cleansing oils are light and runny, this has a velvety texture and is heavier without being pore logging. I enjoyed applying this cleanser to my face and had such a relaxing and unique cleansing experience.

Results

The MIMU MIMU Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil claims to help free the skin from impurities, blackheads, and excess sebum while gently soothing and and facilitating blood circulation in the skin. When I tried this cleanser I did not have any blackheads, so I could attest to that claim. However, I have dry skin that is prone to itchiness and inflammation. I used this cleanser after a recent flare-up, and it provided a very soothing and gentle cleansing experience that helped calm my skin. 

Regarding the heating technology, that helps open pores, I admit I was scared it was going to further irritate my already inflamed skin. It did heat up but not as hot as spa towels or steam is (which is what I expected), so I am not sure if it opened up my pores at all. Nevertheless, it was a pleasant experience and my skin did feel clean after. 

It says to rinse off with lukewarm water, and it emulsifies into a light milky leaving no oily residue behind. After swabbing my face with a cotton tissue there was no dirt and my skin felt clean. I then followed with my habitual water-based cleanser just because I love double cleansing. 

When I tested the cleansing oil with makeup I found it effective to take off cream and powder-based makeup, however, it was more difficult to use on waterproof mascara and matte lipsticks. It took about # pumps for the latter vs 1 pump for the former. You definitely, need to follow up with a foaming or water-based cleanser for thorough makeup removal. It's not the best makeup remover for heavy makeup wearers, but if you wear minimal everyday makeup this will be perfect.

I want to emphasize how gentle this is on the skin because as someone with sensitive skin wearing makeup and taking it off usually puts my skin under a lot of stress but the texture of this cleansing solves that.

My Pros And Cons Of MIMU MIMU Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil 

Pros	Cons
Velvety and non-greasy texture	Doesn’t easily take off waterproof makeup
Leaves the skin soft and smooth	Not sure if the heating sensation is enough to open pores
Has a soothing effect on the skin
Gets rid of excess sebum
Cleanses sunscreens and cream-based makeup

What Is The MIMU MIMU Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil?

MIMU MIMU is a 3rd generation K-beauty skincare brand that focuses on creating effective, affordable, clean products with cutting-edge formulas that considers skin temperature for better results. The  Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil contains a blend of natural plant extracts paired with a heating sensation to gently and effectively cleanse the pores.  It comes in a light blue 200ml plastic bottle with a pump dispenser.

Ingredients In The Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil

Centella Asiatica

Centella Asiatica boosts collagen production, reduces inflammation, and accelerates wound healing. It hydrates, soothes, and firms the skin, improving elasticity and reducing wrinkles. Ideal for sensitive and aging skin, it promotes a smoother, more youthful complexion.

Osen-sui

Osen-sui is basically hot spring water from Japan known to have anti-inflammatory and vasodilative properties. This ingredient aids in facilitating blood circulation in the skin.

Hyaluronic Acid

This product contains various molecular sizes of hyaluronic acid for skin hydration. 

Plant Extracts

Mimu Mimu’s heating calm.i.n.g cleansing oil also contains over 20 plant extracts that have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and sebum-regulating properties. These include: 

• Neem Leaf Extract

• Ivy Gourd Fruit Extract

• Eggplant Fruit Extract

• Hyacinth Extract

• Grape Fruit Extract

• Clary SageExtract

• Corn flowerFlower Extract

• Borage Extract

• Matricaria Flower Extract

• Lavender Flower Extract

• Persimmon Leaf Extract

• Jojoba Seed Oil

• Japanese Knotweed Root Extract

• Coffee Seed Extract

• Safflower Flower Extract

• Japanese Pepper Fruit Extract

• Chestnut Shell Extract

• Green Tea Leaf Extract

• Holy Basil  Leaf Extract

• Red Algae Extract

• Turmeric Root Extract

My Experience Using The MIMU MIMU Cooling Calming i.n.g Toner 

Just like its name suggests, the MIMU MIMU calming toner has a cooling effect on the skin that helps tighten the skin’s pores and soothes inflammations caused by skin damage. This can be attributed to the Albatrellus Confluens Mushroom derivative it contains (more on this later). This worked well on my dry and sensitive skin as I spend lots of time outdoors and I always need to keep the temperature of my skin down

Although in terms of hydration, this toner was not enough, even after applying 3 layers as directed, I benefited from its cooling effect. I love Korean toners, and I am used to layering multiple toners and will do that with this one. 

I will however recommend this for anyone with acne and oily skin. Its cooling effect is designed to reduce the rise in skin temperature when exposed to UV which often causes the production of excess sebum. 

It is a very light and clear watery toner, and when I tell you it absorbs fast !!! Boy oh boy!! Most toners I am familiar with take a few minutes to absorb, but this works itself into the skin quickly. So if you do not have a lot of time in the morning when preparing to step out having this toner in your routine will be a plus. 

My Pros And Cons Of MIMU MIMU Cooling Calm i.n.g Toner

Pros	Cons
Helps reduce inflammation	May not be hydrating enough on its own  for very dry skin
Hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier
Rapidly absorbs into the skin
Fragrance-free and suitable for sensitive skin
Can help oily/acne-prone skin reduce sebum

What Is The MIMU MIMU Heating Cooling i.n.g Toner?

This 3rd generation toner is designed with a proprietary cooling mushroom extract that lowers skin temperature when exposed to UV rays. This has the benefit of improving texture by preventing the accumulation of sebum in pores thus, preventing breakouts. In addition to that it also has soothing and hydrating properties that help maintain skin health.

Ingredients In The Cooling Calming i.n.g Toner

Among others, here are a few star ingredients in this toner;

Albatrellus Confluens mushroom extract 

This extract soothes and calms irritated skin, reduces redness, and provides antioxidant protection. It hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier, improving overall skin health and resilience, making it ideal for sensitive and reactive skin types.

Centella Asiatica 

Centella Asiatica, also known as gotu kola, boosts collagen production, accelerates wound healing, and reduces inflammation. It hydrates and soothes the skin, enhances elasticity, and diminishes wrinkles, promoting a youthful, smoother complexion, ideal for ageing and sensitive skin.

Panthenol

Panthenol, also known as provitamin B5, deeply hydrates and moisturizes the skin, improves skin barrier function and promotes healing. It reduces inflammation, soothes irritation, and enhances skin softness and elasticity, making it ideal for dry, sensitive, and damaged skin.

Allantoin

Allantoin soothes irritated skin, promotes cell regeneration, and enhances skin healing. It hydrates, softens, and smooths the skin, reducing dryness and roughness. Ideal for sensitive skin, it improves overall skin texture and appearance, making it more supple and healthy.

Hyaluronic acid

This toner contains 10 different molecular sizes of hyaluronic acid for skin hydration. The difference in molecular structures results in deep hydration within the multiple layers of the skin.

Final Thoughts

To sum up my experience I will say the MIMU MIMU's innovative use of temperature to treat the skin was pleasant and bore good results. Of the two my favorite is the Heating Calming i.n.g cleansing oil. This cleansing oil delivered such a lovely sensorial and cleaning experience like never before. It was perfect for my sensitive skin and daily sunscreen removal, the texture is so soothing and smoothens the skin. While the toner was very cooling and great for the summer, it is more suitable for oily/acne-prone skin for stand-alone use.

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