CeraVe Hydrating Makeup Cleansing Balm, Travel Size - Unscented - 1.3 oz
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Guests are saying
The Cerave Makeup Removing Cleanser Balm is praised for its gentle and effective makeup removal, especially for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Guests appreciate its non-comedogenic formula, fragrance-free nature, and the small amount needed for use. However, some guests noted issues with the product's smell and its effectiveness on eye makeup. The compact size is also a point of contention.
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4.3 out of 5 stars with 816 reviews
effectiveness: 3.79 out of 5
quality: 3.64 out of 5
value: 3.24 out of 5
55% would recommend
109 recommendations
4 out of 5 stars
14 January, 2026Verified purchase
Pretty goood
It’s a little greasy and it doesn’t remove my mascara as good as I would like, but it doesn’t seem to dry my skin out
3 out of 5 stars
7 January, 2026Verified purchase
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The top came cracked but still usable!
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 2 days ago
Hello Kaisy! We are very sorry to hear that your Hydrating Makeup Cleansing Balm arrived with a damaged lid, as intact packaging is essential for protecting the formula's plant-based jojoba oil and three essential ceramides. Since the product was purchased through Target, we recommend reaching out to their customer service team or visiting your local store to request a replacement for the damaged unit. A secure seal is important to prevent the balm from drying out and to maintain its smooth, effective texture. When you receive your new jar, we suggest applying the balm to dry skin and massaging it in thoroughly before rinsing with lukewarm water to ensure a gentle yet complete removal of makeup and impurities while keeping your skin barrier hydrated.
1 out of 5 stars
2 January, 2026Verified purchase
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Too expensive!!!! For 12 bucks? No thank you.
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 9 days ago
Hello Daniela Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Hydrating Makeup Cleansing Balm, Travel Size - Unscented - 1.3 oz. We are sorry to hear that the price point of this product does not meet your expectations. CeraVe’s mission since its founding has been to provide therapeutic skincare for all through efficacious products developed with dermatologists. To ensure that CeraVe can continue to deliver high-quality products that meet dermatologist standards and consumer expectations, updated pricing has been applied to select products. While final pricing is at the discretion of individual retailers, CeraVe remains committed to providing solutions that are both accessible and effective for all. We will be sure to pass your comments along for further consideration. Thank you again for reaching out.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
27 December, 2025Verified purchase
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Best cleansing balm I’ve tried
5 out of 5 stars
15 December, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

So good 😊
This cerave makeup remover is so gentle but effective. Love how it removes my makeup right away fast and hydrates my face at the same time. It’s easy to rinse out and not leaves oily residue.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
30 November, 2025
Removes the most stubborn makeup.
Removed my urban decay face bond foundation and eye makeup without a trace. I tired Elf and still had traces of makeup but with this not a trace. I will be purchasing again and again.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
29 November, 2025Verified purchase
nice travel size
CeraVe cleansing balm
5 out of 5 stars
26 November, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

The price is good for the quality
This makeup removing balm is amazing! After use it, my skin looks clean and soft. I always recommend doing a double-clean but honestly with this is just something to do “just in case”
5 out of 5 stars
15 October, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Love
This cleansing balm is such a gentle and effective way to remove makeup! It melts everything off — even waterproof mascara and longwear foundation — without irritating my skin or eyes. The texture feels silky and hydrating, and it rinses off easily without leaving any greasy residue. My skin always feels clean, soft, and moisturized afterward, thanks to the ceramides. It’s perfect for sensitive or dry skin and makes the first step of double cleansing so easy and enjoyable!
5 out of 5 stars
14 October, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

game changing
this was the first ever cleansing balm Ive ever used because I always thought that only liquid soaps would remove my makeup but I was completely wrong and ended up ditching my regular soap for this one.
5 out of 5 stars
14 October, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

Great
Really nice cerave make up removing cleanser balm. Nice texture and easy to use. Lovely gentle scent. Removes make up nicely too. Lovely packaging.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
30 September, 2025Verified purchase
Perfect makeup remover!
Unscented and perfect for sensitive skin, plus it’s very effective at removing makeup.
1 out of 5 stars
13 September, 2025
originally posted on cerave.com
Buyer's Remorse
It has an odd smell and performs no better than cold cream. Also, it does not rinse off with water. The product just globs up and moves around. I was force to wash my with a different cleanser to get it off. I feel cheated that I paid $$ for a $ product. CeraVe should do better.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 4 months ago
Hello KMills! We are so sorry to hear about your experience with our Makeup Removing Cleanser Balm. We want to make this right. Please give us a call at 888-768-2915 M-F 9:00 am – 5:30 pm ET for assistance and provide the reference #42802186. It would be helpful if you had the product with you when you call. We look forward to hearing from you!
3 out of 5 stars
20 August, 2025
originally posted on cerave.com
Comedogenic...
Works well and I enjoyed using until I realized the first ingredient, ethylhexyl palmitate, was breaking me out like crazy. It has a 4 out of 5 comedogenic rating! Please CeraVe, reformulate this product with a better quality emollient like sunflower oil or something similar. This ingredient is trash.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 5 months ago
Hello! We're sorry to hear about your experience with our Makeup Removing Cleanser Balm. We would like to speak to you directly, if you can please give us a call at 888-768-2915 with case number 42464054. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm ET. We look forward to speaking with you soon!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
14 August, 2025Verified purchase
Great Makeup Remover
Melts eye makeup right off. It doesn't burn my eyes or irritate my skin.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
13 August, 2025
Irritates my eyes
I got this to use as a make up remover specifically around my eye area. I do not open my eyes until it’s washed off and I also use a face wash afterwards to cleanse my eyelids. Every time I’ve tried it my eyes burn for the next couple hours.
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 5 months ago
Hi Ashley c. Thank you for reaching out to CeraVe. We are sorry to hear about the experience you had with the Hydrating Makeup Cleansing Balm. We would like to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at 888-768-2915, M - F, 9am - 5:30 pm, ET for assistance and provide the case #42368347 Please have the product with you when you call. Looking forward to hearing from you!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
10 August, 2025
Acne Prone / Combo skin - BEWARE
iiF YOU Hif you have acne-prone skin, beware that this causes really bad clogged pores. Why? It was hard to get off even with a 2nd cleanser, and I ended up finding that when I went back in with a cotton pad after showering it was still on my face! Stick to micellar water and remove oils!
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 5 months ago
Hello OilyAcne prone Skin Asian. Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Hydrating Makeup Cleansing Balm, Travel Size - Unscented - 1.3 oz. We're sorry to hear that this product did not work for your skin. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to better understand how we can approve. We will be sure to forward your comments along to the appropriate teams. Thank you for trying CeraVe!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
7 August, 2025Verified purchase
Smells bad
Feels like wax on face and smells terrible
1 reply from Cerave Product Expert team - 5 months ago
Hello Jma. Thank you for sharing your experience with CeraVe Hydrating Makeup Cleansing Balm, Travel Size - Unscented - 1.3 oz. We are sorry to hear that this product did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to better understand how we can improve. We will be sure to pass your comments along to the appropriate departments. Thank you for trying CeraVe!
2 out of 5 stars
5 August, 2025
originally posted on cerave.com
Smells of mold
I have a container that I've used about 4 times, it's only a few weeks old. It looks how it should, no change in texture or color, but has an extreme smell of mold. I do like other products from Cerave, but will be tossing this one and going with my prior brand of cleansing balm.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 5 months ago
Hi Babyfirefly727. Thank you for reaching out to CeraVe regarding the Makeup Removing Cleanser Balm. We are sorry to hear the product does not smell right. We’d like to help! Please call us at 888-768-2915, M-F, 9am-5:30pm, ET and provide us with your case #42269230. Please have the product with you when you call. Looking forward to hearing from you!
5 out of 5 stars
5 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com

I love how gently and effectively it removes makeu
come in a resealable soft pack, with smooth, gentle wipes that effectively remove dirt, oil, and makeup—even waterproof. Fragrance-free and non-irritating, they’re infused with ceramides and niacinamide to cleanse while restoring the skin barrier.