Is this normal?

[u/Ruscx_Ravas]

Im seasoning the rim of the enameled dutch oven, but it’s looking like this right now.

I read other posts that say you don’t need to season it, but when I cooked with it unseasoned, rust formed on the rim and almost dripped into the food. I’m seasoning it now to prevent that from happening again.

I scrubbed off the rust on the rims of the lid and the pot, patted it dry, then applied some canola oil to it using a napkin.

I’m wondering if this is just the excess oil or if I messed up?

[u/Candid-Narwhal-3215]

Just wash and then dry really well. Best to put in a 200ish oven for a bit.