DUO “The Cleansing Balm” Series Ranks No. 1 in Cleansing Balm Sales for the Eighth Consecutive Year

Premium Anti-Aging Co., Ltd. announced that “The Cleansing Balm” series from DUO, its core aging-care brand, has ranked No. 1 in cleansing balm sales for the eighth consecutive year. In February 2025, the series marked its 15th anniversary, and as a pioneer in cleansing balms, it renewed and upgraded its formulas with a focus on skincare benefits beyond simply removing makeup. The company has also strengthened its lineup of 18g mini sizes to make the products easier for more customers to try. In September 2025, it launched retail-channel exclusive products targeting pore concerns among younger consumers. A collaboration limited edition released in March 2026 offered a new everyday brand experience and sold out on the day of release at online shops including Premium Anti-Aging’s official Qoo10 store and TikTok Shop. As of the end of January 2026, cumulative shipments of the series exceeded 60 million units. DUO The Cleansing Balm series is designed not only to remove makeup and impurities but also to care for skin concerns while bringing out healthy-looking firmness and radiance. About 80% of the formula consists of skincare ingredients, gently removing unwanted impurities and dead skin cells while preserving moisture. Its core technology combines proprietary micro-particle capsules with cleansing technology. Capsules containing cleansing and moisturizing ingredients soften and melt under hand pressure, creating cushioning that reduces friction while efficiently removing makeup, sebum, dead skin cells, and pore impurities. The series also uses a “Skin Moisture Magnet Formula” that remains in the stratum corneum, helping moisture last even after rinsing and supporting healthy skin. The main lineup includes the standard Cleansing Balm, Black Repair, White, Medicated Barrier, and Clear, each addressing concerns such as dryness-related fine lines and firmness, blackhead pores, dullness, rough skin prevention and moisture, and pore or texture irregularities. Common sizes and tax-included prices for all five types are 90g for 3,960 yen, 66g for 2,970 yen, and 18g for 836 yen; the 66g size is sold exclusively in stores. DUO is an aging-care brand that begins with cleansing, combining the skin’s natural potential with nature-inspired concepts and advanced science-based technology. Premium Anti-Aging Co., Ltd. operates under the corporate philosophy “Forever vivid: unleashing people’s time,” aiming to free people from age-related limitations through anti-aging solutions while expanding its skincare and recovery businesses.