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Cleansing Balms 101

Cleansing balms offer the ultimate in clean. When added to your daily routine, versatile hydrating face cleansing balms have the power to remove all traces of longwear makeup and sunscreen. To give you the best experience, Garnier SkinActive Erase It All makeup cleansing balms are also formulated to replump and brighten all types of skin. So let us introduce you to the wonderful world of cleansing balms!

What is a cleansing balm?

The amazing results you get from cleansing balm are due its oil-based emulsion formula. The buttery texture melts on contact with skin, and then creates a milky lotion when combined with water. Also known as makeup cleansing balm, it deeply dissolves even the most stubborn waterproof makeup while hydrating for a full 24 hours.

Benefits of cleansing balms

Cleansing balms offer many advantages when used in your daily skin care routine, and double cleansing with a balm is especially effective.

  • Remove makeup: Cleansing balms are better at decomposing longwear and waterproof makeup than most cleansers, particularly when followed with water-based micellar water.
  • Gentle on skin: Makeup cleansing balms are noncomedogenic, so they won’t clog pores. Even sensitive and acne-prone skin can benefit from them.
  • Mess-free: Unlike cleansing oils, face cleansing balms don’t drip or stain your clothes, which also makes them a great option when traveling.
  • Moisturize: Garnier SkinActive Erase It All cleansing balms are uniquely formulated with hydrating shea butter and jojoba seed oil to help balance your skin’s moisture for 24 hours.

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Cleansing balm vs cleansing oil - Garnier

Cleansing balm vs. cleansing oil

The main difference between cleansing balms and cleansing oils is the texture. Balm is a semi-solid emulsion that breaks down all the impurities on your face. Face oil is lightweight, but can feel greasy and mainly eliminates surface dirt.

Is cleansing balm suitable for all skin types?

The beauty of cleansing balms is they work wonders on all types of skin, even the most sensitive. They provide dry skin lasting moisture and balance out excess sebum on oily skin, so they’re a perfect all-over cleansing solution for combination skin.

Garnier opted to enhance its cleansing balm formulas with ingredients that also nourish and replenish. Not only does Erase It All Makeup Cleansing Balm with Vitamin C remove makeup and hydrate, but it also brightens the complexion to reveal your natural radiance. And Erase It All Makeup Cleansing Balm with Hyaluronic Acid adds penetrating moisture that replumps your skin for a healthy glow.

How to use cleansing balm

Follow these instructions on using cleansing balm alone or as the first cleanser in a double cleansing routine.

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Ensure your face and hands are dry, and then scoop out a generous amount of SkinActive Erase It All cleansing balm into your palm.
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Use circular motions to massage the cleansing balm into your skin.
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Create a milky lather with water and rinse thoroughly with tepid water (never hot).
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Gently pat dry with a soft microfiber towel or cotton washcloth.
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Complete the cleanse with your favorite Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water. See our collection of articles on skin care routines for every skin type for pro tips on tailoring your daily ritual.

How often should you use cleansing balm?

You don’t have to be wearing makeup to use cleansing balm. Apply it every morning as a refreshing cleanser, and then every night to wash away the day. Garnier’s two formulas of SkinActive Erase It All cleansing balm can also be used as a hydrating 10-minute mask two or three times per week.

Cleansing Balms FAQ

  • Can I use a cleansing balm instead of a cleanser?
  • Can you use cleansing balm without makeup?
  • Can cleansing balms remove waterproof eye makeup?

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