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If there’s one step in my skincare routine that I would say has been a game changer for my skin in general, it would be my evening cleanse.

We’ve all been there at some point right? Face full of makeup, getting home late and just falling asleep or throwing a makeup wipe over thinking that’ll do! *Inserts horrified face and shrieks loudly* … it’s something I would never do these days and haven’t for many years.

I have tried many cleansers, some I’ve been happy with, some not so. The general theme with ones I don’t get on with is that my eyes cloud up or sting when I try to remove mascara and eyeliner.

Enter the Skin Rocks Cleansing Balm—a formula designed to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and dirt without stripping the skin.

I’ve been using this product since it launched, and to put it simply: I am obsessed. As a self-confessed ‘Skincare Freak’, I love trying new things but when something has me hooked, I’m hooked.

What Makes It Special?

It is a solid balm that transforms into an oil for a super-luxurious cleanse. Unlike harsh cleansers that leave your face feeling tight or squeaky, this cleansing balm is formulated to nourish while it cleanses.

Key Benefits:

• Effortless Makeup Removal: I have filmed a few reels and stories in the past using this product, not just to remove everyday makeup and SPF, but my heavy duty dance competition makeup that’s been on my face from 7am to 11pm – it removes it thoroughly yet gently.
• Zero Eye Stinging: Despite using the fragranced version, this is the one cleanser in my routine that never causes cloudy eyes or any irritation whatsoever.
• Barrier-Support: Packed with skin-loving lipids and oils that leave the skin soft, smooth, and hydrated.
• Lipid Advance Complex – replenishes the skin barrier
• Carrot Root Extract & Carrot Seed Oil – nourishes and brightens the skin
• Beta-Carotene – protects the skin

Tailored to Your Preference: Fragrance Options

To me, the scent of the Fragranced version is beautiful, however, fragrance isn’t for everyone so one of the best design choices Skin Rocks made was giving us options.

1. Fragranced (The Signature Scent): The subtle, fresh Skin Rocks signature fragrance. Even as someone whose eyes are normally prone to watering or stinging with scented products around the eye area, this formula is perfect.
2. Fragrance-Free: Perfect for super-sensitive skin or those with fragrance sensitivities (or simply dislike fragrance) who want all of the benefits without any added scent.

Is it worth it?

Absolutely! This is the only cleansing balm that promises to remove all traces of makeup and does so without causing any eye irritation which for me, is a non-negotiable. I want a product that removes my makeup without the need to scrub, cleanses my skin without stripping it and looks after my skin whilst doing so. I always have a back-up of this cleanser!

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Have you tried a balm cleanser before? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!

Thanks for reading!