JUNO & Co. Clean 10 Cleansing Balm 10 Ingredients Makeup Remover 85g / 3.0oz

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Wet a clean flannel with warm water and wring out the excess. Drape over your face and leave for a moment for the steam to open your pores. Take deep breaths and let the steam and scent of your cleansing balm relax you. That being said, as someone with sensitive, oily & acne-prone skin I’m very selective with skincare.

Of all the cleansing balms available, there are plenty of inexpensive options. In fact, some of our experts' favorites are not the higher priced brands. "As a dermatologist who also formulates skincare products, I think a wide variety of products, from over-the-counter drugstore brands to medical-grade skincare, can be effective," says Mona Mislankar, MD, FAAD, a board certified dermatologist and co-founder of Oath MD. "The more costly it is does not tell us much about the product at all; the formulation is the most important." Ingredients That’s not to say that cleansing balms aren’t beneficial for dry skin, too, though. “Since cleansing balms are rich in nourishing oils, they are especially great for dry skin, and you do not have to worry about them drying out or stripping the skin,” Dr. Hammerman says. The reason cleansing balms work so well for all skin types is that they're formulated with lipophilic oils. “That means they are attracted to other oils and can dissolve them,” explains Karen Hammerman, MD, board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in Garden City, New York. As effective as these oils are at ridding the skin of excess sebum, Dr. Hammerman says that there are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind when shopping for a high-quality cleansing balm. We only wish that it came with a scoop or spatula to make the application process easier and more hygienic. There's a light scent to the balm as well — personal preference will dictate whether users enjoy this. The JUNOCO Cleansing Balm is a unique oil-based cleanser curated for all skin types to dissolve makeup effortlessly. It’s developed to remove even waterproof makeup and perform multiple tasks.Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Cleanser: This Drunk Elephant Cleanser has more of a similar formula to the Fresh Soy Cleanser, as it’s lightweight and gel-like, but it’s still very nice, non-stripping and cleansing the face. So if you don’t mind a thinner formula, you will really like this! Eye makeup was easily removed without scrubbing, but our tester's sensitive skin did flare up a bit after the first use. However, once she acclimated to it, she was able to use it more regularly and her skin never felt the same sensation, just a notably refreshed feel. She also noticed that her skin had a healthy sheen to it and that her pores actually appeared to be less noticeable. "I think I'm a convert, and so now I'm going to recruit folks to come with me. "

That said, there are a few ingredients to steer clear of, too — primarily depending on your skin type. “If you have oily or acne-prone skin, look for non-comedogenic products,” Tavernise says, noting to avoid coconut oil, lanolin, algae extract, and isopropyl myristate — which she says are great for dry skin but can clog pores and worsen breakouts on oily complexions. “If you have sensitive skin, avoid any balms with ingredients that can dry out and irritate the skin like alcohol and salt.” Like most cleansing balms, it starts with a firm consistency and, once rubbed between fingers, transforms into a more massageable texture. “As soon as I start rubbing it into my skin, it practically melts away and starts removing my makeup,” marvels one tester. “This balm effortlessly dissolves my makeup, even after I've baked and caked my face. I usually prefer to double cleanse; however, this is effective enough to be used alone.” But we don’t stop there: We also regularly re-review the categories in which we’ve awarded the PEOPLE Tested seal of approval — because the best product of today might not be the best of tomorrow. And by the way, companies can never buy our recommendation: Their products must earn it, fair and square. To summarise my JUNO Skin Cleansing Balm review, I think the cleansing balm is great! I really love the fresh scent, how easy it is to apply, how the formula turns into an oil, and easily removes all my makeup and SPF.Tatcha The Rice Wash: A somewhat creamier texture and way more expensive, but still a good alternative is this Tatcha Rice Wash. If you’re open to spending some extra money and want an effective second cleanser, this one will do the job and works well after the JUNOCO cleansing balm. This product is quite dense at first, so you’ll need to spend some time massaging it between your hands before using. Although this luxe cleansing balm did help make the skin feel more hydrated, we felt that the texture was too slippery, making it difficult to work it into our skin and get a solid cleanse. A launch from founder Alicia Keys' brand, this super-soft balm feels silky to the touch and smooths on easily without any tugging; it's just the right balance of oil and balm. Only a light amount of rubbing produces a smooth, slippery oil on the skin that's very effective at removing sunscreen and makeup. This is in large part thanks to bamboo charcoal which works like a magnet to draw impurities from the skin. It's also got shea butter to help nourish the skin and restore the skin barrier. We created the PEOPLE Tested seal of approval to help you find the very best products for your life. We use our unique methodology to test products in three labs across the country and with our network of home testers to determine their effectiveness, durability, ease of use, and so much more. Based on the results, we rate and recommend products so you can find the right one for your needs.