Pro-Collagen Original Cleansing Balm — Reddit Reviews
by Elemis
Updated October 30, 2026
Thick oil-like cleanse; breakouts and premium pricing divide the community.
What the community says
A thick, oil-like cleansing balm for removing makeup and sunscreen before a second cleanse, with sweet almond oil and fragrant essential oils. It leaves skin soft, yet stings or triggers rashes and breakouts for some sensitive or rosacea-prone users.
What this means for you
Backed by 19 threads from r/koreanskincare, r/SkincareAddiction and 6 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
Watch out for
- Stings some users, especially reactive skin
- Rashes and acne flares can appear after weeks
- Premium pricing makes alternatives tempting
Product details
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Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 27 mentions across 19 threads
Elemis Pro-Collagen Original Cleansing Balm on Reddit, in one place — 19 threads from r/koreanskincare, r/SkincareAddiction and 6 more, summarized.
“While I prefer the Elemis Cleansing Balm or the Farmacy Cleansing Balm, both of which are quite pricey...”
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“I have normal skin and purchased this oil cleanser to remove my makeup.”
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“...I find this oil cleanser to be adequate for makeup removal and affordable.”
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“CeraVe hydrating cleanser or Elemis pro collagen cleansing balm if feeling indulgent”
Positive
“if feeling indulgent”
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“PM:”
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“Elemis cleansing balm.”
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“Clinique Take The Day Off cleansing balm”
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“Elemis cleansing balm, Skinceuticals C E Ferulic”
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“a cleansing balm (take the day off, Elemis, etc)”
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“Makeup removal: Micellar water w soft towels/sponges and a cleansing balm”
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“if you wear makeup, I highly recommend micellar water”
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“I got the Elemis NAKED cleansing balm and if you can handle the price tag, it’s amazing.”
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“Note it has to be the Naked one”
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“The Naked version is fragrance free.”
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“I have tried Elemis, and it stings my skin...”
Cautionary
