e.l.f. Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm review

Updated: Jul 18, 2024

Product description:

Claims:
- Melt away the day’s makeup for a squeaky-clean feel. Your skin will feel silky smooth, and soft.

Key Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic acid to help hydrate and plump the skin
- Peptides to help build up the skin’s moisture barrier

Texture and Scent:
- Solid balm that transforms into oil , delicate fragrance

User Experience

Application:
- Scoop a small amount with dry hands and massage onto dry skin.
- Add a bit of water to emulsify the balm, transforming it into a milky texture.
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

Lather:
- Balm does not foam, but emulsifies into a milky consistency upon contact with water.

Feel on Skin:
- Feels soothing during application.
- Leaves skin feeling clean, soft, and hydrated without a greasy residue.

Performance

Effectiveness:
Excellent for removing regular makeup, it struggles with waterproof makeup, requiring extra effort to fully cleanse.
Dissolves dirt and excess oil without stripping the skin.

Comparisons:
- Comparable to higher-end cleansing balms but at a fraction of the price. Provides similar efficacy and skin benefits.

Packaging

Functionality:
- Comes with a secure lid to prevent spillage.
- A plastic spatula is included to help take the balm without putting your fingers in the jar.
- Packaging is travel-friendly.

Overall rating

Final Thoughts:
- The e.l.f Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm is a fantastic, budget-friendly option for those looking for an effective and hydrating makeup remover. It excels in dissolving makeup and impurities while leaving the skin feeling nourished and balanced. Highly recommended for all skin types, especially those who prefer a gentle, non-foaming cleanser. Although, be aware that you will need the help of a cotton pad to remove waterproof makeup.