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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 (583 Reviews)
$23.00 / 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 23¢ 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

  • Skin Anarchy Top Picks 2026 Award Badge

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 23¢ per cleanse

  • Gentle makeup & SPF removal

  • Soothes, strengthens and supports skin barrier

  • Non-stripping, creamy balm texture

  • Perfect for double cleansing

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  • Calms redness and improves skin texture.
  • Leaves skin soft, hydrated and nourished — never tight or stripped.

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Effective, gentle make up removal

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4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 583 reviews
Reviews Summary
Customers say this cleansing balm melts away makeup and SPF effortlessly, leaving skin feeling soft and hydrated without tightness. Many appreciate its gentle formula, particularly for sensitive and dry skin types. The balm transforms into a milky texture with water and removes even waterproof makeup easily. Common feedback highlights the creamy consistency and nourishing feel, with some noting it works well as a mask. A few mention the new formula is runnier than the previous version, and some find the tube dispensing challenging. Overall, users praise its effectiveness at cleansing while maintaining skin comfort and moisture.
583 reviews
  • Jackie H.
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    Oat Cleansing Balm - 150ml
    I do not recommend this product
    Age Range 35 - 44
    Skin Type Normal
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 3 months +
    Sensitive Skin Friendly? Yes
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Being back the old formula!!!

    The original was so good. This supposedly new and improved version is awful. I am heartbroken because the original formula was so unique and nothing like any cleanser I'd ever used before....

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    INKEY CA
    14 hours ago

    Hi Jackie, thank you for taking the time to share this - and we're genuinely sorry to hear you're not getting on with the Oat Cleansing Balm the way you used to. We can tell how much you loved the original, and it means a lot that it was such a staple in your routine for so long.

    Honest feedback like yours is so valuable to us - we're always working to improve our formulas, but we never want that to come at the cost of what our long-time customers love most. We've noted your comments on the reformulation and will absolutely pass them on to our product team.

    We'd really like to understand more about what's changed for you - please reach out to our customer care team at hello@theinkeylist.com and they'll be happy to chat it through and help however they can. Thank you again for sticking with us over the years, Jackie - we hope to win you back! 🤍

  • Angela E.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Oat Cleansing Balm - 150ml
    Age Range 55 - 64
    Skin Type Dry
    Skin Concerns Texture, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, Plumping, Under Eye Circles
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 3 months +
    Sensitive Skin Friendly? Yes
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Not really impressed

    Frankly I’m quite disappointed. I thought when you “improved” the formula I was expecting you at least solved the separation issue. It is creamier yes but that’s all. And your item page description should include the REQUIREMENT of kneading the tube before almost ever use. You’re leaving your customers at a disadvantage by not informing them of that. So not really impressed.

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    INKEY CA
    14 hours ago

    Hi Angela, thank you for such honest and constructive feedback - we really do appreciate you taking the time to share it.

    You make a completely fair point about the separation and the kneading step. You're right that if the tube needs a little kneading before use, that's exactly the kind of clear guidance our customers deserve to have up front - it's at the heart of what we stand for. We're going to pass this straight to our product and website teams so we can look at making that clearer.

    We're sorry the improved formula didn't win you over the way we'd hoped. We'd genuinely love to understand more about your experience, so please do reach out to our customer care team at hello@theinkeylist.com and they'll be happy to help. Thank you again for holding us to a high standard, Angela - it's exactly how we get better.

  • Barbara M.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Oat Cleansing Balm - 150ml
    I recommend this product
    Skin Concerns Damaged Skin Barrier, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Texture
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 3 months +
    Sensitive Skin Suitability Suitable for my sensitive skin
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Great product

    Gently cleanses skin , removing all make up and the days grime, leaving a clean , non greasy glow .

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