Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm for dry sensitive skin
Padina Pavonica
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter
Sambucus Nigra Seed Oil
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
High
- HighDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for dry sensitive skin; a few pre-cleansers fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Excellent for your dry and sensitive skin, the blend of Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil and Butyrospermum Parkii Butter provides emollient and occlusive benefits to smooth and reduce water loss. Caprylic Capric Triglyceride further aids in dissolving impurities, supporting your goal of addressing dry or flaky skin.
- The inclusion of Glycerin and Avena Sativa Kernel Oil offers additional hydration and soothing properties, beneficial for your sensitive skin.
- This formulation is safe for your skin, with no harsh ingredients or irritants identified.
How to apply
- Use your makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3×/week daily use if your dry skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser, toner, and moisturizer. It prepares your face for a thorough double-cleansing routine.
- Gently press a small amount onto your skin using a soft cotton pad. Avoid rubbing to protect your sensitive and flaky skin.
- Apply the makeup remover on completely dry skin to ensure better tolerance and comfort. This prevents any extra irritation for reactive skin types.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a patch test before your very first use to prevent irritation.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 26.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this cleansing balm is highly praised for its rich texture that effectively removes makeup and sunscreen, leaving dry and mature skin feeling hydrated and plump. While many enjoy the luxurious spa-like scent, a moderate number of users find the fragrance too strong or experience eye irritation. Some users also report breakouts, and a high frequency of reviews mention the high price point.
Highlights
Effortless makeup removal Mostly Mentioned
- “melts waterproof mascara”
- “removes heavy foundation”
- “breaks down sunscreen”
Hydrating & softening Often Mentioned
- “skin feels baby soft”
- “no tight feeling”
- “plumps dry patches”
Luxurious spa scent Often Mentioned
- “smells like a spa”
- “heaven in a jar”
- “relaxing nightly ritual”
High price point Often Mentioned
- “very expensive”
- “pricey for a cleanser”
- “wish it was cheaper”
Silky texture Sometimes Noted
- “buttery consistency”
- “melts into oil”
- “smooth application”
Eye irritation Sometimes Noted
- “blurry vision”
- “cloudy film on eyes”
- “stings my eyes”
Overpowering fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “smell is too strong”
- “lingers on pillow”
- “gave me a headache”
Breakouts Rarely Noted
- “caused cystic acne”
- “clogged my pores”
- “broke me out”
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Questions and answers
What makes Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm a great fit for dry sensitive skin?
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm is a great fit because almond oil and shea butter smooth dry skin and lock in moisture while caprylic capric triglyceride gently dissolves impurities. Glycerin and oat kernel oil provide extra hydration to help calm sensitive skin, and the formula is unlikely to cause irritation.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil and Butyrospermum Parkii Butter smooth dry skin and lock in moisture, while Glycerin and Avena Sativa Kernel Oil provide extra hydration and help calm sensitive skin.
What does Padina Pavonica do for dry sensitive skin?
Padina Pavonica helps keep dry sensitive skin soft and hydrated by supporting its natural moisture barrier. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may improve skin smoothness with regular use.
What does Sweet Almond Oil do for dry sensitive skin?
Sweet almond oil helps soothe dry sensitive skin by strengthening the skin barrier and keeping it soft and smooth. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may improve skin recovery.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2022Avicenna Journal of Phytomedicine, 2025
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and as part of your weekly routine. It is a great fit for your dry sensitive skin because almond oil, shea butter, and other nourishing ingredients smooth dry spots, lock in moisture, and calm irritation without harshness.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening before your retinol routine to help dissolve makeup while keeping your dry sensitive skin calm and soft.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine and during weekly care. It has a great safety profile for dry and sensitive skin, helping to smooth and calm your skin while removing impurities.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin, as breakouts are a low likelihood complaint for this product. Its nourishing oils help melt away makeup while keeping your face comfortable.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (linalool, geraniol, citronellol, limonene, and parfum). Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
Topical application of an emollient emulsion containing 15.0% caprylic/capric triglyceride doubled the amount of urocanic acid isomers and increased skin hydration with reduced transepidermal water loss in healthy subjects, though it did not prevent ultraviolet-induced urocanic acid isomerization.
Life, 2023A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017A combination cream of stimu-tex AS and saccharide isomerate reduced erythema, increased skin capacitance, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to placebo in 20 subjects after fractional CO2 laser procedure without causing serious adverse events.
Lasers in Medical Science, 2025A skin barrier restoring cream with shea butter, silkflo, and vitamin E increased type I procollagen synthesis, enhanced antioxidant enzyme activity, decreased reactive oxygen species generation, and promoted hyaluronic acid production in H2O2-stimulated human keratinocyte cells compared to untreated cells.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025Cutaneous application of linoleic and gamma-linolenic acid triglycerides reduced the high rate of transepidermal water loss in essential fatty acid-deficient rats, whereas other fatty acid triglycerides had no effect.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 1976
Ingredients
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Peg-6 Caprylic Capric Glycerides, Peg-8 Beeswax, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Stearate, Sambucus Nigra Seed Oil, Peg-60 Almond Glycerides, Silica, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil Oat Kernel Oil, Wheat Germ Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Cera Wax Peel Cera Wax, Glycerin, Lecithin, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil Lavender Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Linalool, Acacia Decurrens Wax Flower, Coconut Oil, Rosa Multiflora Flower Cera Wax Rose Flower Cera Wax, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil Flower Geranium Oil Flower, Geraniol, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil Leaf, Tocopherol, Anthemis Nobilis Oil Flower Chamomile Oil Flower, Citronellol, Camphor Wood Oil Ho Wood Oil, Limonene, Mentha Arvensis Oil Leaf Mint Oil Leaf, Jojoba Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Parfum, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil Grape Seed Oil, Menthol, Clove Oil Leaf, Citric Acid
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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