Estée Lauder Advanced Night Cleansing Balm — 2.2 fl oz lipid-rich makeup & sunscreen remover with 25% safflower seed oil

Designed as the first step in a night routine by Estée Lauder’s skincare specialists, this cleansing balm offers a three-texture ritual: a soft balm that becomes a cleansing oil during massage and rinses away into a comforting milk. Formulated with a 25% Safflower Seed Oil infusion, it targets makeup, waterproof formulas and daily grime while preserving the skin’s moisture balance and natural surface.

How does the three-texture transformation work and why does it matter?

As you scoop and warm the product, the solid balm melts into a rich oil that dissolves makeup and SPF. Introducing water emulsifies the oil into a lightweight milk that rinses clean without leaving a heavy film, making removal simple and sensory.

• Solid-to-oil warms on contact for easier makeup breakdown.
• Oil phase dissolves waterproof and long-wear cosmetics effectively.
• Water converts oil into a milky emulsion for easy rinsing without residue.

Will it remove waterproof eye and lip makeup safely?

This oil-based formulation is designed to dissolve stubborn products—including long-wear and waterproof formulas—without aggressive rubbing. It lifts pigments gently so you can wipe away makeup with minimal tugging, helping protect delicate eye and lip areas.

• Melting texture targets waterproof mascara and long-wear lipstick.
• Oil stage loosens pigments for gentle removal with a soft cloth or rinse.
• Leaves skin feeling conditioned rather than tight after use.

What skin types benefit from this balm and what does the safflower oil provide?

Suitable for all skin types, the formula is lipid-rich yet non-stripping, so it works for dry, combination and oily skin when used as directed. The included 25% Safflower Seed Oil helps replenish lipids and supports a softer, smoother skin surface after cleansing.

• Lipid infusion nourishes and helps maintain skin’s natural barrier.
• Non-drying formulation avoids disturbing the acid mantle when rinsed away.
• Comforting texture ideal for evening routines and sensitive skin preferences.

How do I use it in my nightly routine for best results?

Start with dry hands and a dry face: scoop a small amount, warm between your fingers, then massage thoroughly over face, eyes and lips to dissolve makeup and SPF. Add a splash of water to emulsify, then continue massaging before rinsing or removing with a soft cloth.

• Apply to dry skin to trigger the balm-to-oil transformation.
• Gently massage until makeup lifts, then emulsify with water.
• Rinse or wipe away; follow with your regular nighttime skincare steps.

Who is this for: Estée Lauder Advanced Night Cleansing Balm is for anyone who wants an indulgent, effective first cleanse that removes heavy, long-lasting cosmetics and sunscreen while leaving skin feeling soft, nourished and comfortable. It’s suited to people who prefer an oil-based cleansing ritual and those seeking a gentle option that complements evening treatments without stripping moisture.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Polyethylene, Peg-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Water\Aqua\Eau, Silybum Marianum (Lady's Thistle) Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Algae Extract, Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile), Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender), Methyldihydrojasmonate, Tocopherol, Bht, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.