e.l.f. SKIN Holy Hydration Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm

I have to give this 5 stars. I usually take off a star for scent, but I’ll let it slide this time . I have sensitive, clog & acne prone, adult African American skin. Nearly everything will clog my pores or cause a breakout. I rarely wear makeup due to the products I use to remove it, not living up to the hype. Still, I have to wear sunscreen which is already pore clogging for me. I struggled to find a cleansing balm/oil that didn’t break me out or cause irritation. My acne is largely hormonal, but can be caused product/cleansing methods too. I’ve used this elf balm for 3 nights now, and there aren’t any breakouts! My skin hasn’t felt irritated or sensitive as if a breakout is on the horizon, either. I was worried given the slight scent it has, but it has not bothered me. The balm melts easily and washes/wipes off well. I do use the Clear Skin towels to go over my face prior to my second cleanser. Nonetheless, I will purchase the larger size over Abolene, Clinique, Farmacy, Neutrogena makeup wipes, and Micellar water (including the favorite). I have had issues with all of those products whether it’s to actually get the day off/out of my skin, or just irritation. Take that with a grain of salt, but I wanted to share in case someone else is tired of spending money they don’t have to maintain acne free skin. I’m so glad they had a mini version. I felt happy trying this knowing that even if it failed, I’ll be okay losing $5 rather than $35.

Just as good as the expensive ones! I used Clinique take the day off balm for years but it’s ridiculously expensive and wanted to try a budget friendly option and have made the switch to elf ever since! It removes all my makeup, including waterproof mascara. It doesn’t leave a film or irritate my skin and works great. Highly recommend!

This is unlike anything I’ve ever used before. You can feel how soft the balm makes your skin feel as it’s cleaning your make up off. Very nice product

I will never not use this stuff. It takes all my makeup off and leaves my skin clean and super soft. It's really wonderful

This cleansing balm is just as great as high cost brands. I love how hydrated it makes my skin.

This cleansing balm is so dang good i’ve been through 3 of these lmaooo

This melting ball doesn’t make my skin feel stripped dry and removes waterproof makeup effortlessly!

This is great for removing makeup in the evening before you cleanse

I'm on my 3rd jar. It does just as it claims; it melts the makeup off. I've given up trying to purchase it in-store, because it's never in stock. I now have it auto-shipped.

I always love a value size for my mainstay products. This cleansing balm did a great job removing my mineral sunscreen and light makeup application. I didn't feel the need to use a water based cleanser to follow-up but that's up to you.

I bought this product for the reviews it had glorifying how good it cleaned your face while also having ingredients that helped with acne prone skin. Since I bought it I haven’t seen more acne on my face (which it always happened after wearing makeup ) and it did in fact clean my face very good! If you love wearing makeup and also have acne prone skin I definitely recommend it!

My skin has been extra sensitive while going through peri-menopause. The minute I put this on my forehead felt like it was on fire. I rinsed it off immediately and still feel the tingle. If your skin is sensitive, I do not recommend.

I started with a Mini and then went for the Jumbo, which should say it all. Not only does it dissolve all makeup, but it also leaves your face moisturized, smooth, and refreshed.

I’ve tried many expensive cleansing balms and this is the by far the best. I’ll wipe my face with a white towel and no make up will be left on it. It’s really the best!

Worth its weight in gold!! No breakouts, no dry skin, no discomfort when removing eye makeup, gets everything off, just a PERFECT PRODUCT. Love that it comes in the jumbo tub now!!

Best makeup remover I have used. I am running out of it and I can’t buy it at the moment. I make elf purchases every 6 months or so. I will be sad when it’s gone

This is the best makeup melting product I have ever used I'm in love!

I have been using the Melting Cleansing Bomb for 7 months, so when I ran out I purchased the Jumbo size.I love the way it feels on my face when I rub it on and it really melts away your makeup, I rinsed it off, then clean with the ELF cleanser.

This makeup cleansing balm is fantastic. Easy to use, gentle, and SUPER effective.

Worked well at removing my makeup and did not break me out, I might re-purchase in the future! It was a great price as well.