Quick Comparison
| # | Product | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | BANILA CO Clean it Zero Original Cleansing Balm | Best Overall |
| 2 | Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Remover Balm | Best for Waterproof Makeup |
| 3 | HEIMISH All Clean Balm | Best for Oily Skin |
| 4 | e.l.f. SKIN Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm | Best Budget |
A cleansing balm is a solid oil cleanser. Massaged onto dry skin, it turns into an oil that dissolves makeup and SPF; add water and it emulsifies into a milk that rinses away.
Follow with a gentle water-based cleanser for a full double cleanse, especially if you wear long-wear makeup or sunscreen daily.
Clean It Zero transforms from a sherbet-like balm into a silky oil that breaks down makeup and sunscreen. It's vegan and suits most skin types.
It's one of the most popular cleansing balms for good reason.
Farmacy's Green Clean is designed to melt waterproof makeup and sunscreen while leaving skin soft.
Choose it if you wear heavy or long-wear makeup.
Heimish's All Clean Balm is a Korean cleansing balm that the brand says rinses clean without greasy residue.
A great option for oily or combination skin.
e.l.f.'s cleansing balm is infused with hyaluronic acid and melts away makeup at a low cost.
An easy way to try double cleansing.
How We Chose
We compared popular cleansing balms on texture, how cleanly they rinse, and how they handle waterproof makeup, from K-beauty favorites to budget picks.