{"id":5171,"date":"2026-01-09T02:27:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T10:27:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/markcomedia.co.uk\/?p=5171"},"modified":"2026-01-09T02:27:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T10:27:02","slug":"the-best-cleansing-balms-remove-makeup-and-sunscreen-with-ease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/markcomedia.co.uk\/?p=5171","title":{"rendered":"The Best Cleansing Balms Remove Makeup and Sunscreen With Ease"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ask any expert, and they\u2019ll tell you that skin care\u2019s cardinal rule is a thorough cleanse\u2014a process made all the simpler with the best cleansing balm. Unlike the serum-gels and plush cream washes you\u2019re likely accustomed to, these balms whip botanical oils into a semi-solid mixture (think a cleansing oil but more solid) that can slough away dirt, oil, impurities, and makeup. There is a catch, though. Cleansing balms are best used as a first step in a double cleansing, rather than as a one-and-done step in your face-washing ritual.<\/p>\n

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Vogue<\/em>\u2019s Favorite Cleansing Balms<\/h2>\n
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Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm<\/p>\n

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Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm<\/p>\n

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Juno & Co. Clean 10 Cleansing Balm<\/p>\n

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\u201cAs a first step, cleansing balms help remove oil-soluble skin-care products, like makeup, while a regular water-based facial cleanser will remove residual grime, sweat, and dead skin cells that remain on the skin surface,\u201d double-board-certified dermatologist Brendan Camp, MD, tells Vogue<\/em>. Below, a look at the best makeup-melting cleansing balms, according to experts and editors alike, for skin that is cleaner\u2014and softer\u2014than ever.<\/p>\n

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Best for Sensitive Skin<\/strong>: Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm<\/h2>\n
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  • Why We Love It<\/strong>: This creamy balm transforms makeup removal from tedious task to effortless ritual. Its saffron seed oil base cuts through even stubborn waterproof formulas while imparting a luminous, hydrated finish. \u201cI love how this melts makeup quickly and leaves the skin soft,\u201d pro makeup artist Brielle Pollara previously told Vogue<\/em>. For optimal results, professional makeup artist Lauren D\u2019Amelio Ventre suggests warming the balm between your fingertips before applying it to your face, then working it in using gentle, circular massage motions. Contact lens wearers can use this product with confidence\u2014it\u2019s ophthalmologist tested and approved, all while being dermatologist tested for sensitive skin.<\/li>\n
  • Editor\u2019s Experience<\/strong>: \u201cThis is the option I whip out for heavy-duty cleansing. Take the Day Off cleansing balm does exactly that\u2014rids skin of dirt, oil, and debris with ease and without risk of irritation.\u201d \u2014Kiana Murden, beauty editor, shopping<\/em><\/li>\n
  • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Safflower-seed oil, tocopherol<\/li>\n
  • Fragrance<\/strong>: No<\/li>\n
  • Size<\/strong>: 200 ml\/6.7 oz, 125 ml\/3.8 oz, 30 ml\/1 oz<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    Best for Mature Skin<\/strong>: Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm<\/h2>\n
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    • Why We Love It<\/strong>: Elemis\u2019s luxurious balm combines botanical algae and essential oils\u2014and the antioxidant-rich ingredients boast anti-aging benefits. While it\u2019s particularly well suited for mature skin, its appeal extends across different skin types. The formula transforms upon contact with water, shifting from a cream to a silky oil texture that effortlessly dissolves impurities. Ventre counts it among her favorites, praising its indulgent feel. \u201cElemis\u2019s cleansing balm delivers more of a spalike ritual,\u201d she previously told Vogue<\/em>. \u201cIt transforms from a rich balm into oil and then emulsifies into a nourishing milk, dissolving stubborn makeup while also conditioning the delicate eye area.\u201d<\/li>\n
    • Key Ingredients<\/strong>: Padina pavonica (brown algae), elderberry oil, starflower oil, sweet almond oil, lavender, chamomile, eucalyptus<\/li>\n
    • Fragrance<\/strong>: Yes (naturally derived)<\/li>\n
    • Size<\/strong>: 100 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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