How Cleansing Balm Benefits Your Skin

Excited to try Garnier cleansing balm, but not sure which formula is right for you? Look no further! We developed two SkinActive Erase It All moisturizing cleansing balms, each fortified with ingredients that nourish and revitalize every type of skin. Erase It All Makeup Cleansing Balm with Vitamin C reveals natural radiance with brightening ascorbic acid while our Cleansing Balm with Hyaluronic Acid contains replumping actives for a super healthy glow. Let’s take a closer look at cleansing balms and find out what they can do for your skin.

What is Cleansing Balm?

Cleansing balm is a buttery emulsion that is usually oil-based. It is formulated to melt on contact with skin, and then turn into a milky lather when mixed with water. Since this balm texture is more unctuous than a typical cleanser, it has the power to dissolve even the most stubborn longwear and waterproof makeup. It can also remove all traces of sunscreen, which most lightweight cleansers can’t claim. Best of all? Cleansing balm deeply hydrates for 24 hours. You should use cleansing balm for its deep daily clean, especially when followed by a water-based cleanser. Get all the details about them in our Cleansing Balms 101 article.

Different Types of Cleansing Balms

The key to choosing the right cleanser is understanding all your choices. When it comes to cleansing balms, there are basically two types: surfactant-based and oil-based. Whereas surfactants tend to strip away the skin’s natural oils and cause dryness, oil actually dissolves oil as it hydrates skin and balances sebum. The Garnier SkinActive Erase It All cleansing balms are oil-based, which means they break down the oils in makeup and the daily grime while leaving behind nourishing moisture.

Can Anyone Use Cleansing Balm?

Absolutely! Most cleansing balm formulas contain emollients, those nourishing skin-loving oils that soothe and soften skin. This cleanse + hydrate combo improves even the most sensitive or acne-prone skin over time. It also delivers penetrating moisture to dry skin and balances oily skin’s excess sebum, which means it’s a great all-over cleanser for combination skin.

How to add Cleansing Balm to your Skin Care Routine

There are two ways to use cleansing balm: either as a standalone cleanser or as the first step in the popular “double cleansing” method. It may sound strange to wash twice, but when an oil-based cleansing balm is followed by a water-based cleanser like micellar water, it’s truly the cleanest your face will ever be.

In addition to deeply removing impurities and makeup, each Garnier cleansing balm has a star active ingredient. Our Erase It All Makeup Cleansing Balm with Hyaluronic Acid locks in even more moisture with the power of hyaluronic acid, and Erase It All Makeup Cleansing Balm with Vitamin C brightens and plumps.

FAQ

Yes, cleansing balm is great for oily or acne-prone skin because oil breaks down oil. Unlike some oil-removing products, using a cleansing balm for acne-prone skin balances out your natural oils without stripping them and generating more sebum. Read more about oily skin needs.
Using cleansing balm for sensitive skin is a great option because it cleanses, soothes, and moisturizes without alcohol or harsh ingredients. Sensitive skin needs daily cleansing and protection, and cleansing balm provides both benefits.
When used regularly, cleansing balm improves the texture of your skin. Its deep-cleaning action keeps your pores clear of the impurities and bacteria that can cause breakouts. Plus, it helps smooth the skin’s surface with nurturing emollients that maintain proper hydration throughout the day.