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Alternative to Elmis cleansing balm

50 replies

ilovemykindle · 09/09/2026 21:26

For a few years I've used Elmis cleansing balm. Unfortunately I can't afford it anymore
I need something cheaper that's good for normal/dry skin.
Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated

OP posts:
Thesafetygeneral · 09/09/2026 21:27

Emma Hardie moringa balm, it’s absolutely gorgeous

IsItSummerSoon · 09/09/2026 21:29

Superdrug Melting Cleansing Balm. Cheap but works brilliantly. I have sensitive skin and I’ve had no issues.

Sparrowsandbudgies · 09/09/2026 21:30

Body shop one. It’s amazing.

AlwaysDoingWashing · 09/09/2026 21:31

This Habi one from Boots for £7.50 has been amazing for my dry skin. Removes make up and suncream no problem. FYI- I have used other things from the same brand and they did not agree with me at all but this product has been excellent

Alternative to Elmis cleansing balm
TGT · 09/09/2026 21:31

W7 balm. It’s peanuts.

Merlotmum85 · 09/09/2026 21:32

Beauty pie cleansing balm. Their moisturiser is like the elemis one too

LulusMiniEgg · 09/09/2026 21:33

Heimish all clean balm or Liz Earle Cleanse & Glow are my favourite alternatives

heloobyeee111111111 · 09/09/2026 21:34

I used to use Elmis but couldn’t justify the price. I use one from Home Bargains now “Charlie Tate pro-cleansing balm” it’s so nice on my skin and completely removes make up and cheap.

JulietteNichols · 09/09/2026 21:34

Lyonsleaf beauty balm.

KrazyboutKillian · 09/09/2026 21:38

Body shop camomile cleansing balm , lovely stuff

Tortephant · 09/09/2026 21:47

Byoma. Or love from a balm.

Janetheplain · 09/09/2026 21:51

I love the Elemis one too. I always manage to find it on offer for around £40 for a really big one. This lasts me about 6 months if used sparingly

MitheredNotDead · 09/09/2026 21:56

heloobyeee111111111 · 09/09/2026 21:34

I used to use Elmis but couldn’t justify the price. I use one from Home Bargains now “Charlie Tate pro-cleansing balm” it’s so nice on my skin and completely removes make up and cheap.

Second this.

Costs about £3 and does exactly the same. I use it as the first cleanse so doesn’t matter if it’s not identical ingredients wise.

Actually, this thread has reminded me to stock up on them when I next pay a visit it the hellhole that is Home Bargains.

As an aside, I find they also have random skincare named brands dirt cheap sometimes like the Inkey List, REN and Fenty. I always go and have a good root around and have my phone at hand to check brands and discounts on RRPs.

roycroppersshopper · 09/09/2026 21:56

I love Elemis as well. Super Fascialist is OK but I always end up going back to Elemis.

Soon the xmas stuff will be on QVC. I've never bought anything from them ever before and I've never watched the channel but discovered that they do an amazing Xmas elemis box. I buy 3 which lasts me a year! Bargain.

SleeplessRoads · 09/09/2026 21:56

I don’t know how much cheaper is but it’s not that much different to Clinique’s take the day off cleansing balm.

Shoes232 · 09/09/2026 21:58

the number 7 cleansing balm I got 2 huge pots for about £15

Ponks · 09/09/2026 22:01

Soap & Glory cleansing balm is great and somuch cheaper than Elemis.

Saxendi · 09/09/2026 22:08

Have you ever tried cleansing oil?
I'm a convert to oil now having always used balms.
its easier to use and to give your face a massage.

Arran2024 · 09/09/2026 22:10

Korean skincare is great and not very expensive.

Rosieposy89 · 09/09/2026 22:11

Love the marks and spencer one

notacooldad · 09/09/2026 22:12

Emma Hardie moringa balm, it’s absolutely gorgeous
I agree it is gorgeous but its not going to help the op! Its the same price!

Pinkchilli · 09/09/2026 22:30

Weleda skin food cleansing balm smells lovely, similar texture to Elemis one.

unsureforevermore · 09/09/2026 22:30

heloobyeee111111111 · 09/09/2026 21:34

I used to use Elmis but couldn’t justify the price. I use one from Home Bargains now “Charlie Tate pro-cleansing balm” it’s so nice on my skin and completely removes make up and cheap.

I second this !

Wookyhole · 09/09/2026 22:36

Have you seen that the Elemis cleansing balm is available as a mini in Boots and SpaceNK? I can’t afford or justify buying the standard tub, but the mini is nice as a treat. Just a thought if you’d still like it for special occasions.

Savvysix1984 · 09/09/2026 22:37

Boots no.7. Just as good as Elmis

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