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#7 in Best Oil-Based Cleansers & Balms

ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover, Hydrating Facial Cleanser, Oil Cleanser, Oil Makeup Remover, Deep Cleanse

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Amazon rating

★★★★★4.5(16,029)

Amazon aggregate, one input among many in the Verdict Score

Verdict scoreGood
76/ 100

Current price

$39.60

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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read

ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover, Hydrating Facial Cleanser, Oil Cleanser, Oil Makeup Remover, Deep Cleanse

The consensus

What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

The full-size ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm is the premium option in this roundup, carrying a 4.5 average across roughly 16,000 verified-purchase ratings at the highest price by a wide margin. Across the reviewers we read, it is described as a rich, fragrant balm with a spa-like feel, which is the core of its appeal to shoppers willing to spend more. The evidence limitation is the same throughout this category: only retailer ratings were supplied, with no independent lab testing or expert reviews to justify the premium positioning on measured performance.

What reviewers liked

  • Large verified-purchase base (~16,000) for a premium balm
  • Rich, aromatic texture reviewers associate with a luxury experience
  • Well-established brand reputation in the balm category

Where it falls short

  • By far the most expensive option in this roundup
  • Slightly lower average (4.5) than the budget balms despite the premium price
  • Strong fragrance and no independent testing to justify the cost premium

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Across the reviews

Synthesis · not our verdict

The full-size ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm is the premium option in this roundup, carrying a 4.5 average across roughly 16,000 verified-purchase ratings at the highest price by a wide margin. Across the reviewers we read, it is described as a rich, fragrant balm with a spa-like feel, which is the core of its appeal to shoppers willing to spend more.

The evidence limitation is the same throughout this category: only retailer ratings were supplied, with no independent lab testing or expert reviews to justify the premium positioning on measured performance. The slightly lower average versus the budget balms, combined with the steep price, is worth weighing. Note that a much smaller 20g version of this product also appears in the pool with a thinner review base, so the full size is the better-supported choice for those committed to the brand.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
This 3-in-1 cleansing treatment is the essential first step in your daily skincare routine that leaves your skin clean and soft. Infused with Lavender, Chamomile, and Eucalyptus with Elderberry, Starflower, and Optimega Oils.
Remove makeup, grime, and dirt with the mineral oil-free formula that cleanses, softens, and nourishes the skin.
Warm a pea-sized amount between palms. Massage over face, neck and décolleté for at least 60 seconds to lift impuritites/makeup. Remove with a damp cloth. Use daily as a cleanser or weekly as a facial mask.

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