Like any other effective cleanser, cleansing balms really help dissolve dirt, moisturising, purify, and unclog pores (yes, balms are fantastic for pore unclogging, as oil dissolves oil way better than water)
From blemish-prone to the unquenchably parched skin, they all need moisture, and a cleansing balm does this job beautifully, leaving the skin clean, smooth and soft. Of course, everyone’s skin is different, but most skin types respond well to this gentle approach, even oily and combination skin.
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How to use cleansing balms?
Massage time – The routine is simple and truly worth it:
- Warm the product into the palms and then massage over the face, neck, and décolleté with light circular massage movements.
- Gently wipe away with a damp cotton cleansing cloth.
- For maximum absorption and deep cleansing, enjoy whilst in a warm bath.
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Whether you are looking for an affordable pick and save some $$ or you are looking to splurge on your skin, we laid out all the options for you. Here’s a list of the best cleansing balms and cleansing oils you should consider trying now.
14 Best Cleansing Balms You Can Find In Australia
1. Eve Lom Cleanser
A cult favourite for a reason, a rich blend of clove oil, eucalyptus oil, and Egyptian chamomile oil gently removes every last bit of dirt and grime without stripping skin, leaving it moisturised and supple. The aromatic blend is genuinely worth the hype, especially if you have dry skin.
2. Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm elemis
The nourishing and luxe formula is a powerful anti-aging cleanser that promotes radiant and youthful-looking skin. It’s packed with nine essential oils and without any artificial colours, parabens, and mineral oil. It melts beautifully into the skin, dissolving any make-up and impurities.
3. Naturopathica Manuka Honey Cleansing Balm
Made with an impressive cocktail of nourishing ingredients like manuka honey from New Zealand, royal jelly peptide, and pre-and probiotics takes you straight to the spa. This cleansing removes makeup and dirt, leaving skin clean without stripping it out. It also smells fantastic, plus when you rinse it off, your skin feels fresh, hydrated, and firm.
Bonus point: The apothecary packaging, also is made of recycled materials.
4. Amly Deep Reveal Nourishing Cleansing Balm
Full of soothing, aromatic organic ingredients, this ultra-luxurious balm is one of our favourites. It melts on contact, sweeping away impurities and leaving skin soft as a baby, totally nourished, and replenished. It turns an essential step into a truly indulgent treatment and, used twice daily, makes a noticeable difference in skin. You may balk at the price, but in this case, you do get what you pay for.
5. Q+A Grapefruit Cleansing Balm
If you are looking for on a budget option that actually work, this is it. The refreshing formula melts into the skin to cleanse away any leftover makeup leaving the skin moisturised and the beautiful scent of grapefruit is refreshing.
6. Antipodes Grapeseed Butter Cleanser products review
Antipodes has been doing skin care right since day one, and their Grapeseed Butter Cleanser is yet another great product to add to the list. Formulated with Harakeke Oil and Vinanza Grape to keep skin hydrated and improves elasticity and firmness, this minimalist formula will never strip your sensitive skin of moisture.
7. 100% Pure Blood Orange Cleansing Balm
A delicious silky balm formulated to gently cleanse the skin and leave it soft, glowing, and supple. Ideal for all skin types included acne-prone skin, as its oils have antibacterial properties that deeply penetrate the skin to purify pores and banish the bacteria that causes breakouts. They’re packed with antioxidants to give your skin a hit of glowy hydration, plus the brand is all-natural, and certified cruelty-free, which is a big yes for us.
8. Emma Hardie Moringa Balm
If you are looking for a balanced daily cleanser that thoroughly cleanses deep in the pores, moisturises, and calms all skin types, this one is for you. The award-winning balm contains Grape Seed Oil and Sweet Almond Oil rich in essential fatty acids helping to plump and soften the skin. This balm will remove all traces of face and eye make-up (included waterproof).
9. Cleanser 27 Bio-Vitalising Cell Cleansing Balm
If you are looking for cleansing and exfoliation simultaneously, this innovative cleansing balm is all you need. As it contains traces of micronised bamboo to slough away impurities and dead skin cells, leaving the skin clean, fresh, radiant and healthy.
10. Drunk Elephant Slaai Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser
The feeling of washing your face with (vegan) luxe butter is the best way to describe this cleanser. The super-rich formula is made from a blend of five oils.
Other balms usually loosen eye makeup and then spread it all over the place; however, the Drunk Elephant Butter Cleanser makes your brow liner, liquid liner, and mascara completely disappear, it turns from an oil to a milky texture, which is very soothing for the skin after a few minutes of massaging. Expect a healthy, juicy face if you include this butter cleanser in your nighttime routine.
11. The Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm
An affordable cleansing balm that does what it prays — it gently dissolves makeup and excess oil without stripping sensitive, irritated skin of the moisture it needs thanks to the combo of Oat Kernel Oil and Colloidal Oatmeal.
12. Mukti Calming Cleansing Balm
This gentle fragrance free cleansing balm is formulated for sensitive skin. Loaded with certified organic ingredients the formula quickly transforms into an oil, whisking away all kinds of makeup. You won’t believe how radiant, smooth, and glowy you will look and feel — until the next time you wash your face!
13. Juno Skin Clean 10 Cleansing Balm
An exquisite sustainable oil-based cleanser packed with clean niche ingredients such as pearl barley (Sourced from Japan) that helps with external damage of the skin by moisturising and gently cleansing the surface. We love its citrusy smell – A real pleasure for the skin and the senses –
14. Mecca-Morphosis Purifying Cleansing Balm
We love when Mecca drops a newbie on their Mecca Cosmetica range, and this balm, as its name suggests, will transform your beauty routine into something more conscious, sensual and luxurious. Designed to purify and gently exfoliate the skin, the balm emulsifies with water and gently dissolves any traces of dirt, makeup and SPF, leaving the skin really soft and slightly dewy -Without any oily residue –
General FAQS
Does cleansing balm clog pores?
Many people have fallen in love with the popularity of cleansing oils and cleansing balms due to the luxurious feel to the skin. But the problem is that some cleansing balms leave oil residue behind that clog-prone pores and cause inflammation, so always make sure to read the ingredient labels and ensure that the product you’re using is non-comedogenic. They shouldn’t contain either mineral oils, as this ingredient clogs your pores.
Can you use a cleansing balm in the morning?
Yes, you can indeed use your cleansing balm in the morning to get rid of any impurities from the night before.
Is better cleansing balm or cleansing oil?
Cleansing oils emulsify easier than cleansing balms, so you might prefer a cleansing oil if you’re time-poor and tired by the end of the day and want an easy skincare routine.
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