Ex-Barrier
Ex-Barrier Moist Cleansing Oil Gel, 125g
Ex-Barrier Moist Cleansing Oil Gel, 125g
@cosme rating: 5.1/7.0
95% of the ingredients are beauty serum*! A cleanser that thoroughly removes makeup
✓ 100% authentic
✓ Ships from Japan in 3-5 days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
This water-based gel is packed with moisturizing ingredients and luxuriously formulated with oils that blend well with makeup. The oil bursts forth the moment it is applied to the skin, quickly blending into makeup and smoothly removing it. The cushioned, frictionless feel protects the weak skin barrier, leaving skin moisturized even after washing. *Emulsion excluding cleansing ingredients. *Safe for eyelash extensions! *Hypoallergenic formula. *Free of colorants, fragrances, mineral oils, ethyl alcohol, and parabens. Allergy tested. *This does not guarantee that allergies will not occur in all people.
Ingredients
Cetyl ethylhexanoate, triethylhexanoin, glycerin, butylene glycol, water, PEG-20 glyceryl triisostearate, glycosyl trehalose, aphanothece sacrum exopolysaccharide, tocopherol, disodium EDTA, triethanolamine, acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, glyceryl amidoethyl methacrylate/stearyl methacrylate copolymer, potassium cocoyl glycine, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, cholesterol-10, squalane, sodium stearoyl methyl taurate, triceteareth-4 phosphate, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate
How to use
[]. Take a cherry-sized amount into your dry palm and spread it over your entire face, blending it well with your foundation and other makeup. Rinse with water or lukewarm water. Follow with a facial cleanser. . Do not wet your face or hands before use. If you use eyelash extensions, rubbing too hard can cause your eyelashes to fall out, so gently blend in along the direction of your hair. If it gets on a plastic sink or other surface, wipe it off immediately. After use, make sure to close the cap tightly. If it gets in your eyes, rinse immediately. Keep out of reach of children, in high temperatures, or in direct sunlight.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
I regularly purchase the Exbarrier line. My skin seems to be thinner than most, I have poor circulation, and I'm pale. My face dries out quickly after washing, so Exbarrier is a cosmetic I can't live without. I recently received a free sample from the official Instagram account! I'd been interested in it for a while and had used a sample once, but after using it continuously, I thought, "This is great!" I'd recommend it to people with similar skin types and would like to share my review. It's a gel, but it blends in with makeup quickly and removes it well. (I remove makeup with a remover first.) My skin feels bouncy after washing, and the next morning, it's still soft and supple. It feels different from other cleansers. I sometimes use a sheet mask after washing, and when I use Exbarrier gel or cream together, my skin feels much more moisturized and supple the next morning. It seems like a great product to use. My cheeks tend to peel during the dry winter months, so I think it would be great for that. As someone with skin that tends to have a weaker barrier function, I was very impressed. I'm considering buying the actual product. The reason is that I usually use d Program's oil cleanser, and this one is a little more expensive than the product I usually buy. Also, I use Benefique foundation, so I think Shiseido's cleanser would go better with it. However, it's so good that I feel like once I finish it, I'll end up saying, "I can't live without it!"
Because it's a gel, it blends into the makeup without rubbing it too much on the skin, and it removes it smoothly. It leaves a refreshing feeling after removal, but not so much that it feels dry. I remove point makeup with a dedicated cleanser first, and I don't use waterproof base makeup, so I can't say how strong the cleansing power is, but it does remove a regular primer, sunscreen, and foundation. I like the Exbarrier series of products because many of them work well without irritating the skin. I recommend this to people who want to reduce friction on the skin when cleansing, people who prefer a mild product, and people who want a refreshing cleanser.
A cleanser that strengthens the moisture barrier! Post Did you know that Kose has doctor's cosmetics? "Exbarrier" is a brand for adult skin with a weak barrier. This time, I tried out the "Moist Cleansing Oil Gel." It's especially characterized by its "moisturizing" and "frictionless" properties, which dry skin types crave. It's a gel type, but it transforms into an oil midway through, thoroughly removing makeup. It doesn't leave my skin feeling tight, and thanks to 95%* of the serum, my skin was protected. It has a bouncy texture like emulsion gummies, excluding cleansing ingredients. It's fragrance-free, color-free, paraben-free, mineral oil-free, ethyl alcohol-free, allergy-tested, and hypoallergenic. I think it's perfect for those whose barrier function is weakened by dry skin or constant mask wearing. The official Exbarrier account occasionally features other products and holds giveaway campaigns, so be sure to check it out!
I usually only use powder sunscreen, so I've been using Biore's gel cleanser for a while, but it's been discontinued, so I've been looking for something else. I tried Curel, but it felt like it was still left on my skin, and it left small bumps on my skin, probably because it wasn't completely removed, so I bought this highly rated product. It removes makeup without any problems, doesn't feel tight, and since switching to this, I feel like my skin has become less irritated. I'll keep using it for a while, and if it runs out without any problems, I'd like to buy it again.
The thick gel transforms into a juicy oil as it blends into the skin, gently removing makeup and pore impurities. ◎ Daily use of cleansers with weak or strong cleansing power can lead to repeated dryness and roughness. For those with a weak barrier, choosing a cleanser that is frictionless, thoroughly removes makeup, and maintains moisture is key! This cleansing oil gel, created with weak barrier skin in mind by combining skin experts and KOSE's technological development capabilities, is formulated with carefully selected oils and combines the best of 95% serum, gel, and oil. It removes makeup smoothly without rubbing, and retains moisture with a hybrid cleansing structure that thoroughly removes waterproof mascara and tinted lipstick while leaving skin feeling moisturized. It's also suitable for eyelash extensions. It's fragrance-free, colorant-free, paraben-free, mineral oil-free, alcohol-free, and hypoallergenic, making it easy to use even for sensitive skin. ◎ I hadn't used cleansing gels because they lacked cleansing power, but this cleansing oil gel thoroughly removes even heavy makeup, making it incredibly comfortable to use.