The Best Cleansing Balms For Nourished, Bouncy Skin
Cleanser
£100 | Eve Lom
Spotted recently backstage at London Fashion Week to prep models for the runway, this skincare classic never tires, it’s that good. The botanical scent both uplifts and soothes, owing to the blend of clove, eucalyptus, hops and chamomile oils. Obliterating make-up with ease, it makes for an effective, spa-like addition to your evening beauty ritual – especially in winter when your skin could benefit from the extra nourishment.
Available at EVELOM.CO.UK
Pro-Collagen Black Cherry Cleansing Balm
£49 | Elemis
The original version of this Elemis cleanser is a beauty icon. But the formula has been given a fruity update for 2025. The scent is juicy – think black cherry with almond and vanilla for that dessert-like appeal. Mirroring all the properties of the original, it deftly melts away make-up and impurities, leaving your skin feeling soft and supple thanks to starflower oil as well as rose and mimosa wax.
Available at ELEMIS.COM
Aquamarine Melt Cleansing Gel-Balm
£38 | Sunday Riley
Sunday Riley’s new cleanser dissolves make-up, SPF and grime, while also restoring moisture – so make this your go-to if you’re prone to dehydration. It has a more gel-like texture than a traditional balm, transforming into a silky oil when it comes into contact with the skin. Nourishing and gentle, it’s kind on the skin’s barrier and contains calming cornflower to ease inflammation. Buff it off with a hand-hot flannel to reveal a plumper, bouncier complexion.
Available at CULTBEAUTY.CO.UK
The Ritual Of Namaste Melting Cleansing Balm
£28.90 | Rituals
Full of nourishing shea butter and moringa, this balm by Rituals is ideal for bringing winter-weathered skin back from the brink. Rich and luxurious, the texture feels butter-soft, so it’s comforting on dryness and rough patches. You can even leave it on for a couple of minutes and use it as a pick-me-up mask to cheat your way to a fresh, renewed glow.
Available at RITUALS.COM
Thermal Cleansing Balm
£65 | Omorovicza
Harnessing the power of Hungarian moor mud, this mineral-rich Omorovicza balm is a godsend on stressed-out skin. Working to simultaneously shift impurities and unclog pores, it’s a great option if you’re oil-prone. The combination of squalene and sweet almond oil restores the lipid barrier and makes your complexion appear brighter and bouncier.
Available at OMOROVICZA.CO.UK
Vitamin C Nourishing Cleansing Balm
£74 | Kat Burki
Kat Burki can do no wrong with its biochem-backed formulas that are seriously hardworking. If you’re wanting to combat dullness, this is the balm for you. Combining powerhouse antioxidant vitamin C with eight cold-pressed oils, including rosehip seed and avocado, it guarantees a glow boost. Take your time massaging it into your skin for extra lift. Our only gripe is the muslin cloth – you’re better off with traditional terrycloth flannel.
Available at NICHE-BEAUTY.COM
Coconut Clean Cleansing Balm
£43 | RMS Beauty
Masterminded by make-up artist Rose-Marie Swift, RMS Beauty is a conscious brand to have on your radar. Powered by coconut oil and vitamin E, this biome-friendly balm breaks down SPF, make-up and build-up, while conditioning the skin so it feels balanced and supple. It’s also free from synthetic fragrance, so if sensitivity is an issue, this is a lovely, non-disruptive option.
Available at CULTBEAUTY.CO.UK
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