Elemis Pro-Collagen Hydrating Cleansing Balm Review

It’s important to cleanse your face properly so your face is refreshed and you avoid build-up of sweat, oil, and makeup which can lead to skin issues. 

As someone with sensitive oily acne-prone skin, I cannot even play about cleansing my face properly. I have tried a few cleansing balms here and there but today I will be reviewing the Elemis Pro-Collagen cleansing balm. 

I have been using the Elemis Pro-Collagen cleansing balm for a while now, I am sure you can see from the pictures how it’s almost finished. 

Cleansing balms are mostly used for double-cleansing. Cleansing balms are a fantastic choice for kicking off your double-cleanse routine. 

Here’s why:

• Melt the Day Away: Cleansing balms melt into a soothing oil when you massage them onto your skin. This oil grabs onto makeup, sunscreen, and any other oily gunk that might be clogging your pores.
• Gentle Touch: Unlike some makeup removers that can feel harsh, cleansing balms tend to be quite gentle, even on sensitive skin.
• Rinse Clean: The magic of cleansing balms is that they emulsify with water. That means when you add some water and massage, the balm becomes a milky substance that rinses away squeaky clean, leaving no greasy film behind.

So, in a double cleanse, the cleansing balm acts like your first line of defense, tackling oil-based makeup and dirt. Then, your second cleanse with a water-based cleanser (think gel or foam) washes away any leftover traces and gives your skin a deeper clean.

Product Description 

This Elemis Pro-Collagen cleansing balm starts as a rich balm, transforming into a gentle oil as you massage. Upon contact with water, it emulsifies into a hydrating milk that rinses clean. It removes makeup, cleanses pores, and softens skin.  This balm is infused with nourishing plant oils and algae extract, leaving the skin feeling refreshed and refreshed.

Product Claims 

Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil (Chamomile Flower Oil), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (Starflower Seed Oil), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Wax, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil, Fragrance (Parfum), Glycerin, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Lecithin, Linalool, Limonene, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil (Mint Leaf Oil), PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, PEG-60 Almond Glycerides, PEG-8 Beeswax, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil (Geranium Flower Oil), Phenoxyethanol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Sambucus Nigra Oil (Elderberry Oil), Silica, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sorbitan Stearate, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Geraniol (from essential oils), Menthol (from essential oils), Citral (from essential oils).

How to use the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm 

1. Wash and dry your hands
2. Apply a small amount on dry hands and rub hands together till it melt into my palms. 
3. Rub on face and neck and massage into skin. 
4. Clean off with a clean wet face cloth or rinse off with water
5. Your skin is make-up-free and ready for your face cleanser. 

Frequency of usage 

I use the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm every time I wear makeup and on most days I wear sunscreen, I also rotate between this and my Korean cleansing balm but I prefer this when I wear makeup cause it gets the job done perfectly. 

My thoughts on using the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm 

My experience with the product has lived up to the product claims. It melts into my hands and feels so good on my face. I love the texture and consistency. It has a minty scent that’s just soothing, which is important to me because I don’t like overpowering scents in skincare products.

Most importantly, it effectively removes my makeup. After washing my face, it immediately adds a glow and leaves my skin feeling refreshed.

Pros 

1. Gets the job done. 
2. Leaves my skin feeling refreshed and revived. 
3. It can be used as a nourishing facial mask when you leave it on for 10-15 minutes.
4. Simple to use and not messy. 
5. It can be used on all skin care types.

Cons 

1. It’s a bit more expensive than a lot of cleansing balms.

Overall impression

Overall, I like this product, for someone with acne-prone sensitive skin, it’s a gentle and hydrating cleanser that I recommend and will be repurchasing. However, if you do not have any skincare concerns, there are some more cost-effective options you can check out. I can do a review of other cost-effective options if you want that. 

Let me know if you have any other questions about the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing balm and I will answer in the comments section below. 

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