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Oat Cleansing Balm - 150ml

New and Improved Oat Cleansing Balm melts makeup & SPF in 30 seconds, suitable for all skin types

4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 Stars (447 Reviews)
$17.00 / 150ml

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What you get: Our better than ever gentle cleansing balm features a buttery-smooth texture that effectively removes makeup, SPF and impurities in seconds*. Clinically proven to support skin barrier function** and leave skin hydrated for up to 12 hours***, this balm-to-milk cleanser is ideal for sensitive and blemish-prone skin. Awarded with the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance (tm), skin is never left feeling stripped, dry or tight. Housed in a hygienic, easy-squeeze tube for mess-free application, only 17¢ per cleanse.

Why it works: 5% Oat Kernel Oil delivers essential ceramides and omega 3 & 6 fatty acids to dissolve makeup while supporting your skin barrier. Sea Buckthorn Oil has anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties to help soothe, balance and protect skin. 

How it feels: A smooth, nourishing balm texture that melts seamlessly into skin.

When to use: Ideal for AM & PM cleansing. Perfect as your first cleanser in a double cleanse routine for thorough makeup removal.


*Based on a consumer trial with 29 participants

**Based on a clinical trial with 29 participants over 4 weeks

***Based on a clinical trial with 23 participants over 24 hours.

Suitable for:

  • All Skin Types
  • Sensitive skin
  • Sensitive eyes
  • Blemish-prone skin
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding
  • Under 12s & teenagers

Targets:

  • Make-up, including waterproof mascara
  • Dehydrated skin
  • Dry skin
  • Redness
  • Damaged skin barrier

Awards & Features

Double Cleanse Makeup Remover Balm for All Skin Types

Oat Balm Cleanser transforms your daily skincare routine with a clinically proven formula that cares for all skin. Powered by 5% Oat Kernel Oil rich in barrier-strengthening ceramides and nourishing omega fatty acids, this gentle cleanser effortlessly melts away makeup, SPF, and daily impurities without the harsh stripping that leaves skin tight and uncomfortable. Sea Buckthorn Oil provides anti-bacterial benefits, actively soothing irritation while you cleanse. Perfect as the first step in your double cleansing routine, this gentle yet effective formula proves you don't need to choose between thorough cleansing and skin comfort.

  • Just 17¢ per cleanse

  • Gentle makeup & SPF removal

  • Soothes, strengthens and supports skin barrier

  • Non-stripping, creamy balm texture

  • Perfect for double cleansing

Shipping info

  • Standard USA Tracked Shipping from $7.95* (2-5 business days*). FREE on orders over $40.
  • Standard Tracked Shipping rates per state:
  • $7.95 – Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia,West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
  • $8.95 – Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Washington


We are currently unavailable to ship to Guam, Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands due to carrier restrictions.  

  • *Please note the above shipping timelines are estimates and not guaranteed. Sometimes there may be delays – e.g. carrier delays, logistics, bad weather or things out of our control.   


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4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 Stars (447 Reviews)
  • • Dissolves makeup & SPF effortlessly.
  • • Strengthens compromised skin barriers with ceramide-rich oat formula
  • • Calms redness and improves skin texture
  • • Leaves skin soft, hydrated nourished, never tight or stripped

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4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 447 reviews
Reviews Summary
Customers say this cleansing balm melts away makeup and SPF effortlessly, leaving skin soft and hydrated. Many appreciate its gentle formula suitable for sensitive skin, with a smooth texture that rinses cleanly. The new packaging is easier to squeeze than the previous version. Common feedback notes the product separates occasionally and requires shaking. Some find it leaves slight oiliness, while others praise its nourishing feel. A few mention difficulty removing waterproof mascara completely or needing a second cleanse.
447 reviews
  • Sarah O.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Oat Cleansing Balm - 150ml
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 55 - 64
    Skin Type Dry
    Skin Concerns Hyperpigmentation, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Under Eye Circles, Dehydration, Texture
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 1 month - 3 months
    Sensitive Skin Suitability Suitable for my sensitive skin
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Yesterday
    Lovely

    This product is now perfect, it’s no longer granular as it used to be it’s a gorgeous texture and cleans the skin beautifully without any irritation.

  • Tracy L.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Oat Cleansing Balm - 50ml
    Age Range 55 - 64
    Skin Type Normal
    Skin Concerns Blackheads, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dehydration, Texture, Redness
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 1-3 weeks
    Sensitive Skin Suitability Suitable for my sensitive skin
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Not really for me

    I bought this as no longer do Hylaronic acid cleanser. It's effective and cleans well but I don't appreciate having to then clean the basin of all the greasy stain around it! So won't buy again, but not because I'm lazy not because it doesn't work.

  • TJ F.
    Verified Reviewer
    Reviewing
    Oat Cleansing Balm - 150ml
    I do not recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Skin Type Normal
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 1-3 weeks
    Sensitive Skin Friendly? No, Yes
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    4 days ago
    Switch back to old formula

    Hello, I’m a 21 year old male, I thought I would never find a cleanser that cleans my face and makes it feel so amazing then I found this, the old formula whatever it was, was so great I have been using it for almost a year now, I just recently had to reup and was excited for the new formula, but it’s genuinely awful. The old one was thick and easy to put on. The new one it’s like I open the top and lose half the bottle. It’s like soup. It doesn’t leave the same effect as the old one and my skin doesn’t feel as clean, also I’m a male I don’t use makeup why is this solely for makeup and sunscreen now? Please go back to the old formula nothing worked until that.

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    INKEY USA
    3 hours ago

    Hi, thank you for your INKEY loyalty - hearing that this was the first cleanser that ever truly worked for you genuinely means the world to us, which makes it all the harder to hear the new version has let you down. We're really sorry.
    And we want to answer your question directly, because it's a great one - this balm is absolutely still for you! Makeup removal is just one thing it does. At its core it's a cleanser designed to break down SPF, excess oil, sweat, pollution and daily build-up - no makeup required. We're sorry if the messaging has made it feel otherwise.
    Your feedback on the thinner consistency, the product escaping as soon as you open the top, and your skin not feeling as clean is being passed to the right team. Reviews like yours from long-term users are exactly what we need to hear.
    Please do reach out to our Customer Experience Team in the meantime at help@theinkeylist.com - we'd love to make this right and help you find something that works as well as the original did. 💙

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