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7 Best Cleansing Balms To Remove Makeup Thoroughly Without Drying Out Your Skin

7 Best Cleansing Balms To Remove Makeup Thoroughly Without Drying Out Your Skin

Skincare
By Wei Yin on 14 Aug 2020
Digital Editor
An INFP who enjoys watching sappy Korean dramas in her free time. Good food and cute dogs are all she needs.

Apart from water or oil-based makeup removers, cleansing balms have been slowly becoming a cult-favourite too.

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Cleansing balms are also made from oil but come in a solid form that will melt when it comes into contact with the skin. They are known for being gentle on the skin while still being able to remove dirt and makeup thoroughly without drying it out.

Here are seven best cleansing balms you can either purchase in Singapore or get it shipped to you.

Check them out below!

#1 I'm from Fig Cleansing Balm

I'm from fig cleansing balmPhoto from Wishtrend

I'm from is a Korean skincare brand known for its high quality products made from natural ingredients. Figs contain essential vitamins, antioxidants and minerals to improve the skin's health so longterm usage of this Fig Cleansing Balm ($37.35) will improve the appearance of your skin.

It helps to cleanse impurities and reduce the appearance of blackheads too. It's also rich in vitamins and polyphenol that will hydrate the skin even after cleansing.

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#2 Banila Co Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm

Banila Co cleansing balmPhoto from Pinterest

Banila Co is a K-beauty brand known for their cleansing balms. The Clean It Zero cleansing balm ($14.50 - $19.95) is a 3-in-1 hypoallergenic cleanser that transforms from sherbet-like texture into smooth oil when applied onto the skin.

It's developed to remove waterproof makeup and all of the impurities in just one step. The Zero Balance Technology deeply cleanses without stripping the skin, leaving it hydrated and fresh instead. Choose from the Original, Purifying, Revitalizing and Nourishing options.

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#3 Heimish All Clean Balm

Heimish all clean balmPhoto from @heimish_cosmetic via Instagram

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Heimish is yet another K-beauty brand that has a well-loved cleansing balm. The All Clean Balm ($19.83) contains natural aroma oil to help you relax while removing your makeup.

Just like any other cleansing balm, the balm-like texture changes to an oil cleanser upon contact with water to remove thick makeup without irritating or dehydrating the skin. It does have a pretty strong scent so those who are sensitive to fragrance should take note.

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#4 Then I Met You Living Cleansing Balm

Then I met you cleansing balmPhoto from Soko Glam

This 8x award-winning Living Cleansing Balm (38 USD, ~52 SGD) uses seaberry oil which softens and protects the skin while removing impurities such as excess sebum, sunscreen and stubborn makeup.

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Other skin-benefiting ingredients include anti-ageing, brightening persimmon extract and nourishing olive oil and vitamin E. This is Then I Met You's bestseller and we can honestly see why. The luxurious formula that is effective at the same time has gotten highly-raved reviews!

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#5 Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm

Farmacy cleansing balmPhoto from Pinterest

The Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm ($50) contains sunflower oil and ginger root oil to gently cleanse and nourish the skin for a glowing complexion.

It also features Farmacy's signature patent-protected GreenEnvy™ - a potent natural antioxidant that promotes an evenly toned complexion. You can use this cleansing balm to remove even the boldest eye makeup!

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#6 Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm

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Clinique cleansing balmPhoto from Clinique

The Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm ($15 for 30ml, $55 for 125ml) uses a non-greasy, non-drying and lightweight formula that nourishes the skin, cleanses it thoroughly, and rinses off all traces of makeup. Using this will give you a fresh, dewy glow.

It's also suitable for all skin types! It's great that there is a smaller version so you can get that to try it out before committing to the full size.

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#7 Drunk Elephant Slaai™ Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser

Drunk Elephant cleansing balmPhoto from Drunk Elephant

Formulated with clean, antioxidant-rich fruit extracts and oils, the Slaai™ Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser ($50) helps to soothe and moisturise the skin without any irritants or sensitisers. It's also 100% free of essential oils, silicones and fragrance and PEGs!

It comes with a Bamboo Booster™ that you can use in the morning, one to two times a week, by adding it to the balm to remove dead skin cells.

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