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Elemis cleansing balm alternative

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Wallaroo21 · 15/02/2026 22:02

I fell in love with this cleanser but unfortunately not the price tag and I’ve nearly finished my current one. Is it really worth the money or am I missing out on a good dupe?

I have a cheaper cleansing balm but it just doesn’t bring me the same joy when I use it. Maybe it’s the fragrance doesn’t feel as luxurious a product.

Or I saw the Elemis cleansing butter is slightly better priced. Is this worth a try?

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EBoo80 · 16/02/2026 20:07

Wella Skin Food cleansing balm is a decent cheaper alternative. It smells lovely!

Seymour5 · 16/02/2026 20:12

theoneandonlyhydro · 15/02/2026 22:15

I have tried the Aldil dupe and really happy with it. Fraction of the elemis cost and I really like the lightly scented rose one

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Me too but I've not seen any in Aldi for ages!

Slimtoddy · 12/03/2026 14:53

EBoo80 · 16/02/2026 20:07

Wella Skin Food cleansing balm is a decent cheaper alternative. It smells lovely!

I saw this on offer in Waitrose and bought it. I went back and bought a second. I think it might be still on offer. It's good!

HappyNooYear · 15/03/2026 10:36

Does anyone have any aldi ones they are willing to sell? None in stock in any of my aldis

AsCoolAsKimDeal · 15/03/2026 13:01

Farmacy Green Clean is good - not cheap exactly but much cheaper than Elemis

friskybivalves · 23/03/2026 12:49

Just stumbled over this thread very belatedly an in case anyone is still looking for an alternative - I like the Resolution one very much. Vegan and currently on sale for £10.50 for a biggish jar. I think it will last me fo ages too.

it’s quite solid until it begins to melt. Has a nice (not overpowering) smell. Doesn’t sting eyes at all. Is effective!

I once bought the byoma and was so horrified by the wasteful solid plastic packaging I vowed never again.

https://www.revolutionbeauty.com/uk/en/skincare/cleansers/revolution-pro-miracle-vegan-collagen-cleansing-balm/1805506.html

Revolution Pro Miracle Vegan Collagen Cleansing Balm

Discover youthful, radiant skin with Revolution Pro's Miracle Vegan Collagen Cleansing Balm. Supercharged with nourishing ingredients for anti-ageing and silky smooth skin.

https://www.revolutionbeauty.com/uk/en/skincare/cleansers/revolution-pro-miracle-vegan-collagen-cleansing-balm/1805506.html

weareallcats · 23/03/2026 15:24

I love the Elemis balm too (always buy the black cherry one) but agree it’s expensive. I have previously used Lush ultrabland, which is quite nice. Might try skin food!

Cyclingmummy1 · 23/03/2026 18:04

I am bored with the Aldi vit C hot cloth cleanser, it lasts for aaages. I've swapped to something else.

kohlrabislaw · 23/03/2026 18:33

The beauty pie plantastic apricot cleansing butter is gorgeous but also pricey. The elf one is a good cheap option.

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