Korean Dictionary
How to say "Oil Cleanser" in Korean
“Oil Cleanser” in Korean is 오일 클렌저 (pronounced "Oil Keullenjeo").
오일 클렌저
Oil Keullenjeo
Usage & Context
An oil cleanser is the first step in the Korean double cleansing method. It effectively removes makeup and sunscreen.
Example Sentence
오일 클렌저로 메이크업을 지우고 나서 폼 클렌저로 세안해요.
After removing makeup with oil cleanser, wash with foam cleanser.
How to use 오일 클렌저 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Oil Cleanser” is 오일 클렌저, romanized as Oil Keullenjeo.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For "오일" (oil), it sounds exactly like the English word "oil." For "클렌저" (keullenjeo), "keul" is like "cool" with a 'k', "len" like "lend," and "jeo" like "juh" (as in "jungle" without the 'ng'). The stress is usually on "오일."
More Example Sentences
Giving beauty advice to a friend.
화장 지울 때 오일 클렌저가 제일 효과적이에요.
Oil cleanser is most effective when removing makeup.
Explaining a personal skincare preference.
저는 건성 피부라서 오일 클렌저를 선호해요.
I have dry skin, so I prefer oil cleanser.
Instructions for using an oil cleanser.
오일 클렌저로 마사지하듯 부드럽게 문질러 주세요.
Gently rub it in like a massage with oil cleanser.
Cultural Context
Oil cleanser is the crucial first step in the renowned Korean double cleansing method, designed to dissolve oil-based impurities like makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum. This emphasis on thorough yet gentle cleansing is a hallmark of K-beauty. Many K-dramas often subtly highlight characters' meticulous cleansing routines, underscoring its importance in daily Korean life.
Editorial note
We review entries like 오일 클렌저 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
오일 클렌저로 지우다
to remove with oil cleanser
오일 클렌저 추천
oil cleanser recommendation
순한 오일 클렌저
mild oil cleanser
Related Expressions
클렌징 오일
keullenjing oil
cleansing oil (interchangeable)
이중 세안
ijung se-an
double cleansing
메이크업 리무버
meikeueop rimubeo
makeup remover
클렌징 밤
keullenjing bam
cleansing balm
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