This cleansing balm is designed to remove makeup and cleanse the skin in one step, while also supporting the skin's natural pH balance. It emulsifies with water and can be gently buffed away with a cloth.
Sephora price
$38.00
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Sephora reviews
5.0 / 5
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Glass take
5.0 / 5 overall fit
A highly effective cleansing balm that removes makeup and supports the skin's acid mantle, suitable for most skin types.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A pH-optimizing double cleanser that acts as a face wash and makeup remover in one step for optimally prepped skin with a supported acid mantle.
Massage thoroughly onto dry skin.
Add water to emulsify and massage again before rinsing.
Use a damp cloth to gently exfoliate and easily lift away residual makeup.
What Glass adds
This is a solid choice for a first cleanse, especially if you wear makeup or sunscreen regularly. It effectively removes impurities without stripping the skin, and the pH-optimizing claim is a nice bonus for maintaining a healthy skin barrier.
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Routine fit
This cleansing balm is best used as the first step in your evening skincare routine to remove makeup, sunscreen, and daily grime. Follow with a second cleanse if desired, or proceed with the rest of your routine.
Why it works
The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.
What it actually does well
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Morning or night
Primarily recommended for nighttime use to remove the day's buildup. It can be used in the morning if you prefer a gentle cleanse to start your day.
Glass rating
A highly effective cleansing balm that removes makeup and supports the skin's acid mantle, suitable for most skin types.
Full ingredient breakdown
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
Softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness
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Generally well-tolerated
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
Provides a smooth, non-greasy feel.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Generally well-tolerated
Solvent
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0.0 / 10
The base of the formula.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
Draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, hydration
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None
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps oil and water mix.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A gentle emulsifier that helps create a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A skin-conditioning agent derived from coconut oil and glycerin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
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None
Soothing Agent
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1.0 / 10
Calms and soothes the skin.
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Redness, irritation
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None
Fragrance
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3.0 / 10
Adds a pleasant scent.
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Sensory experience
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May irritate very sensitive skin
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
Softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture
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None
Preservative
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3.0 / 10
Prevents microbial growth.
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Product safety
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Can be irritating in high concentrations
Preservative Booster
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2.0 / 10
Enhances the effectiveness of preservatives.
Usually helps with
Product safety
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Generally well-tolerated
Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
Protects skin from free radicals and conditions.
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Antioxidant protection, conditioning
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None
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to stabilize the formula and condition the skin.
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Emulsification, skin conditioning
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None
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
Nourishes and softens the skin.
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Dryness, nourishment
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None
Antioxidant
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2.0 / 10
Helps protect skin from environmental damage.
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Antioxidant protection
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None
pH Adjuster
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2.0 / 10
Helps to balance the pH of the formula.
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Formula stability
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Can cause irritation at high concentrations
Antioxidant
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2.0 / 10
A stable form of Vitamin C that provides antioxidant benefits.
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Antioxidant protection
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None
Antioxidant
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2.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants and can help with exfoliation.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, gentle exfoliation
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
Softens and conditions the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, conditioning
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A form of Vitamin C that offers antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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None
Skin Conditioning Agent
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1.0 / 10
Helps to rebalance the skin.
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Skin balance
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None
Exfoliant
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2.0 / 10
Contains natural alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) for gentle exfoliation.
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Gentle exfoliation, brightening
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Can increase sun sensitivity
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
Mimics the skin's natural sebum, providing moisture and smoothness.
Usually helps with
Dryness, softening
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None
Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
A precursor to Vitamin A, offering antioxidant benefits.
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Antioxidant protection
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
Conditions and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, conditioning
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None
Antioxidant
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2.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants and vitamin C.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, brightening
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Can be phototoxic for some
Antioxidant
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2.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants and vitamin C, with potential brightening effects.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, brightening
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Can be phototoxic for some
Fatty Acid
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1.0 / 10
An essential fatty acid that helps maintain the skin barrier.
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Barrier support, hydration
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None
Fatty Acid
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1.0 / 10
An essential fatty acid that helps maintain the skin barrier.
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Barrier support, hydration
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None
Surfactant
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1.0 / 10
A gentle, plant-derived surfactant for cleansing.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
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None
Exfoliant
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2.0 / 10
Contains natural AHAs for gentle exfoliation.
Usually helps with
Gentle exfoliation, brightening
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Can increase sun sensitivity
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
Conditions and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, conditioning
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None
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
Provides a smooth feel and helps with hydration.
Usually helps with
Texture, hydration
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
Attracts and holds moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
Attracts and holds moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
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None
Thickener
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1.0 / 10
Gives the product its texture.
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Texture
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
3.0 / 10
Helps to solubilize oils and fragrances.
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Formula stability
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Can be irritating for some, potential for contamination
Prebiotic
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1.0 / 10
Feeds beneficial skin bacteria.
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Microbiome support
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Provides hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Antioxidant
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2.0 / 10
An enzyme that helps neutralize harmful free radicals.
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Antioxidant protection
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None
Thickener
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1.0 / 10
Adds texture to the formula.
Usually helps with
Texture
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None
Probiotic
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1.0 / 10
Supports a healthy skin microbiome.
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Microbiome support
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A potent antioxidant that helps protect skin cells.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, brightening
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None
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FAQ
Yes, this cleansing balm is specifically formulated to effectively remove makeup, including stubborn formulas.
It is generally well-tolerated by most skin types, including normal, dry, and combination. However, if you have extremely sensitive skin, patch testing is always recommended.
