The clear plastic cap was difficult to take off at first, but it's come off easily since. The ball can be taken out too, and it absorbs sweat and face oil very well.

Cat Paw Oil Absorbing Roller
4.7 · 95 verified reviewsFree tracked US shipping over $70. 30-day returns.
A volcanic stone roller ball in a cat paw case - roll it over shiny spots and it lifts oil right off the skin. Small enough to live in a bag.
- Volcanic stone ball absorbs surface oil and shine on contact.
- Compact case - easy to carry in a bag or pocket.
- Ball is removable for rinsing when it stops absorbing.
- Free tracked US shipping over $70, $8 below that.
Why it earns a spot in your bag
No powder, no blotting sheets
It does one job - lift the oil that's already on your skin - without the mess of blotting papers or a powder compact.
Instant shine control
Roll it over your T-zone and the shine visibly lifts in seconds - buyers describe it as noticeably less oily right away.
Rinse and reuse
The ball pops out for a quick rinse under water once it stops picking up oil, and goes right back to work.
Small enough to actually carry
It fits in a purse or pocket in a way a jar of powder or a stack of blotting sheets doesn't.
It's genuinely cute
More than one reviewer calls it out by name - the cat paw shape is part of the appeal, not just the function.
Getting the most from it
Rinse it when it slows down
The single fix for the most common complaint - it stops absorbing - is rinsing the ball, which several buyers didn't realize they could do.
Roll, don't press
Light rolling motion over shiny areas works better than pressing hard in one spot.
Focus on the T-zone first
Forehead, nose and chin usually need it most - start there before moving to the rest of the face.
Rinse under water when it slows down
The ball is removable - pop it out, rinse off the absorbed oil, let it dry, and it works like new.
Keep it in your bag
It's built for touch-ups on the go, not just a morning routine - that's when most buyers reach for it.
The details
Specifications
| Material | Volcanic stone roller ball, plastic case |
|---|---|
| Use | Roll over oily or shiny areas |
| Care | Ball is removable - rinse under water and air dry |
| Best for | Combination and oily skin, on-the-go touch-ups |
| Note | Absorbs existing oil - does not prevent new oil production |
What buyers say
Reviews from verified buyers
A sample of the 95 ratings on file, word for word - including the ones on the tint issue.
95 verified reviews
Cutie oil-absorbing ball, works well. Just roll it on your face - small and compact, easy to store, perfect to take anywhere.
This oil absorbing roller is amazing, it soaks it right up and it's cute - I put it in my purse, fast shipping, highly recommend.
I tried it, it does absorb oil from the skin, but at first after using it I didn't feel much of a change.
It's quite small but fits in a bag well for portability. It does feel like it's absorbing oil from my face, though I don't notice any skin-tightening effect - just a much less oily face, which is what I wanted.
It's essentially a sponge in the shape of a small ball. It doesn't prevent skin from staying oily or reduce sweat - it only absorbs what's already on the skin at that moment.
The first pass absorbed well, but then the ball stopped absorbing anything - seems like it may only work well the first few uses before needing a rinse.
The wheel doesn't turn smoothly on its own. I had to buff it a bit to get it moving.
Very good, although the first time I used it, it left a bit of orange dust on my skin.
I expected something a little different, but it does the job.
Very practical, good size to carry everywhere, easy to use.
Left a strange beige tint on my skin after use, did not like it.
It works, though results are more noticeable in summer when oil production is higher.
Removes the shine but can leave a bit of an orange tint depending on the stone.
Impeccable. Fast and careful delivery.
Exactly like the image, super cute.
Reviews come from verified purchasers of this product and are published unedited, including the critical ones. The average shown is calculated from the star ratings below, not supplied to us. Buyer names are shortened to protect their privacy. Photos were taken by the buyers themselves.
Before you buy
Straight answers
Two things come up in the reviews - a tint on first use, and the ball slowing down. Here's what's going on with both.
Ask a questionWhy did it leave a tint on my skin?
A few buyers noticed a light orange or beige tint on first use - this is residual stone dust from manufacturing. Give the ball a quick rinse before its first use and the tint goes away.
Why did it stop absorbing oil?
The stone ball holds a limited amount of oil before it needs to be cleaned out. Pop it out of the case and rinse it under water, let it dry, and it goes back to absorbing normally.
Will it reduce how oily my skin gets over time?
No - it absorbs the oil that's already on your skin in the moment, it doesn't change how much oil your skin produces. Think of it as a reusable blotting tool, not a treatment.
Does the wheel turn smoothly?
One buyer found the roller a bit stiff out of the box - it loosens up after the first few uses. If yours stays stiff, contact us and we'll help.