DRUNK ELEPHANT Slaai Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser

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Problem is, I love makeup. So I had to find a middle ground. What I needed was a simple, everyday solution to remove my waterproof mascara and concealer with an ease reminiscent of Mulan wiping off a full face of makeup with her sleeve. And that's how I found out about cleansing balms. They are somewhat similar to bar soap, but softer and more nourishing to the skin—the texture is like a tub of cleansing oil that has solidified. When rubbed onto a dry face, cleansing balms instantly melt away all traces of the beauty products you slathered on that morning. With a little water, that oil transforms into a milky texture, leaving you with a fresh, impossibly clean face. Kalahari Melon Seed Oil: Lightweight oil that soothes while moisturising and helping restore elasticity.

I love makeup just as much as the next beauty writer, but I sincerely hate taking it off at night. Knowing that my friendly dermatologist would verbally eviscerate me for sleeping with mascara on, I decided long ago that on the days when I knew I wouldn't have the energy to scrub away a full face of makeup, I just wouldn't wear any. No makeup, no problems, right? Virgin Marula Oil: This super-absorbable oil, high in critical antioxidants and omegas 6 and 9, helps moisturize, nourish, and rejuvenate skin for a youthful glow. When you're looking for a cleansing balm to add to your lineup, Dr. Chimento likes ones with coconut oil, sunflower seed oil, ginger root oil, and manuka honey. All of these are extra moisturizing and helpful for breaking down stubborn makeup. You can also seek balms that help with collagen stimulation and brightening by looking for those containing vitamin C. Don’t worry, you don’t have to entirely quit your cleanser just yet. You can use a cleansing balm on its own, or you can use them interchangeably. “I would say to reserve your cleansing balm for days when you use heavy makeup and sunscreen, and use your regular cleanser for normal days,” says Dr. Chimento. And, if you want to double cleanse (which derms give the go-ahead to do), start with your cleansing balm then follow it with your usual cleanser. At Drunk Elephant, we believe there are six culprits that are at the root of almost all skin problems. If you take a break from the Suspicious 6, your skin can reset to its happiest, healthiest state.

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Is there anything better than a skincare product that multitasks? Honestly...no. Even though countless products work hard to provide multiple benefits, cleansing balms are a one-stop-shop. They cleanse, moisturize, remove makeup, residue, and anything leftover on your face from your day. These balms are also low maintenance, in the sense that you can use them without water, and additional cleansers in your routine. Virgin Marula Oil: This super-absorbable oil, high in critical antioxidants and omegas 6 and 9, helps to moisturise and nourish skin for a youthful glow.

Editor Tip: Oily skin types will appreciate Hanskin's BHA-targeted Pore Cleansing Balm, which features salicylic acid to banish excess sebum, while people with dry or combination skin should make a beeline for the AHA-specific Pore Cleansing Balm infused with lactic and glycolic acids to sweep away pore-clogging dead skin cells. verifyErrors }}{{ message }}{{ /verifyErrors }}{{ Baobab Seed Oil: This super-absorbable oil intensely softens and helps dissolve makeup with its high fatty acid content and moisturising properties.

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The same philosophy applies to cleansing oils but the choice of formula comes down to your preferences. Most cleansing balms emulsify into an oil as you massage them into your skin and add water. Cleansing balms are "a great first step for removing makeup [and sunscreen] before using a traditional cleanser to clean the pores out effectively," explains board-certified dermatologist Arash Akhavan, MD, of the Dermatology and Laser Group in New York City. "Sometimes, for extremely dry skin such as with people suffering from eczema, a balm cleanser used alone may help prevent excessive drying for the patient." Ingredients: Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract, Charcoal Powder, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mannitol, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Potassium Sorbate Bamboo Booster™: Bamboo + Charcoal Powder: Tiny, ultra-fine bamboo spheres that gently exfoliate away built-up dead, dry skin.