People Always Ask Me If Elemis Products Are Worth the Hype—These 15 Definitely Are

I had to start with a classic - it sells every 10 seconds! I don't know anyone who hasn't fallen in love with this cleansing balm. It removes makeup in no time at all and leaves your skin feeling silky soft. It contains lots of essential oils so you won't feel as if you are stripping the skin, and the spa-like scent will have you feeling relaxed in no time. I have a full-sized and a travel-sized version of this because I can't be without it. "Skin feels hydrated after use and its the perfect base for my night time routine" said one customer who loved the balm in a review online. Just to note, if you have really sensitive skin, I would recommend trying the brand's fragrance-free version (but more on that below.)

Pros: Removes any traces of makeup easily.

Cons: More expensive than other products and might not be best for super sensitive skin.

I want to start by saying that this moisturiser doesn't come cheap. As a beauty editor, I truly believe that you don't have to spend a fortune in order to get your hands on an effective formula, so you definitely don't need this in your routine. That being said, if you want to treat yourself, I couldn't recommend this moisturiser enough. It's beloved - a consumer buys one every 18 seconds. One Elemis lover said "I've used this facial cream for years and it always makes my skin feel soft and hydrated". The formula features marine algae padina pavonica to hydrate and rose to soothe, and trust me when I say that your complexion will look (and feel) amazing afterwards. Think plump and glowy.

Pros: Super hydrating and leaves you with a glowy complexion.

Cons: This is expensive, so not a good option if you're looking for something affordable. It does, however, last a long time, so you shouldn't need to replenish frequently.

Something I was a little scared to try from the brand was the Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads. Anything that says "resurfacing" immediately makes my skin feel red and irritated. However, after using them myself, I quickly learnt that there was no reason to worry. The gentle pads feature lactic acid and a probiotic ferment complex to speed up your skin's natural cell turnover by lifting away dead skin cells and exfoliating the skin. And I'm not the only one who's seen a difference, one customer wrote "I have struggled with uneven skin tone in my 30s and this product has been an absolute game changer for me and my skin". If your complexion is in need of a little boost, then I recommend giving these a go. That being said, if you have really sensitive skin, it might be best to skip this step in your routine.

Pros: Very gentle and leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth.

Cons: Not the best for really sensitive skin or those with damage or scarring.

Looking for a new cleanser? Let me introduce you to the Elemis Pro-Collagen Energising Marine Cleanser. Not only does the gel formula feel super refreshing on the skin, but it lifts away makeup without stripping your complexion. One customer said that it's "My favourite face cleanser, its the only scented product I regularly use that doesn't irritate my sensitive skin"

Pros: Nice consistency and removes makeup without stripping the skin.

Cons: The pump lets a lot of product out in one go (probably more than I need to use!).

There's nothing I love more than a nourishing facial oil. I know this can be a bit of a love/hate product depending on your skin type, but as someone with dry skin that is crying out for some moisture, I lather on an oil formula pretty much every night. Another customer says "I use it in the last step of my evening routine and wake up to healthy glowing skin in the morning" which is another way someone with oilier skin could use the product. With nine superfood oils, this formula will leave your skin plump and glowy, but definitely not greasy.

Pros: Nourishing without being greasy.

Cons: Although an oil can be great for oily skin, you might find this to be a little too heavy.

This is one of those products that always earns me compliments. The priming moisturiser is perfect for those of you who like a dewy, radiant makeup look, and I like to think of it as my secret weapon when my skin is looking a little lackluster. The hydrating formula blends in like a dream, with illuminating micro minerals that add a subtle glow. The best bit? It can also double up as a highlighter. One customer swears by the product and said "I love the glow it gives my face and just enough coverage to not feel naked"

Pros: Illuminates the skin and versatile; this can be used as a primer, base or highlighter.

Cons: More expensive than other primers on the market and a small bottle.

I know I've already spoken about the cleansing balm, but I couldn't not mention this rose version either. This formula features english rose oleo extract to soothe and nourish the skin. Everytime I use it I feel as if I've had a luxury facial. One customer had a similar feeling, saying "I love the glow and nourished complexion this gives every use. Leaves skin luminous and moisturised".

Pros: Soothing and hydrating, with a lovely, not-too-powerful rose scent.

Cons: Sensitive skin might prefer the fragrance-free version.

Another product that I love as part of the Pro-Collagen range is the Renewal Serum. Described as an alternative to retinol, it helps to plump and hydrate the skin and is gentle enough for daily use. Of course, it probably won't be as effective as an actual retinol, but if you want to give an alternative a go, then this is a great option. It may take a while to see the results as noted by one customer but it definitely works, she says "I was pretty skeptical about it, because I was thinking about how an anti-wrinkle serum without any actives would work that well, but it actually works wonders! It’s been a few weeks, and I’m starting to see results".

Pros: Leaves skin plump and hydrated after just a few uses.

Cons: Won't have the same effect as retinol as it features milder ingredients, such as a blend of Padina Pavonica and Red Microalga, for a more skin-friendly formula.

New from the brand, this Skin Protection Fluid Spf50 has quickly become a summer staple for me. The facial sunscreen practically melts into the skin and leaves a hydrated, radiant finish. It even works wonders for people with sensitive skin, as one customer said "I have sensitive skin but need a high spf also. This product is fantastic, It’s not greasy and doesn’t make my eyes sting or water".

Pros: Sinks into the skin and adds a subtle glow

Cons: More expensive that other SPFs on the market and a small bottle.

As mentioned above, Elemis also do a "naked" version of the popular cleansing balm which is ideal for sensitive skin thanks to the unscented formula. If you've been wanting to use the original cleansing balm but are worried it might irritate your skin, then this might be the one for you. One customer with sensitive skin loves it, saying "I love the original cleansing balm, but it usually gives me some texture on my skin from the fragrance, so this was perfect!".

Pros: Fragrance-free formula.

Cons: Doesn't feel as luxurious as the scented version.

I will always stand by the power of a great eye cream. One of the first signs of ageing appear around your eyes with wrinkles and the dreaded crows feet so using an eye cream that is high in a potent anti-ageing formula that not only helps the sensitive area around your eyes look younger but also feel smoother. One customer said it even worked on making her eyes look more snatched: "my eye area is more contoured and my eyes look more awake".

Pros: The longevity of the results.

Cons: On the pricer side for a 15ml bottle.

Elemis' latest launch is not to be overlooked. It's innovative and gives great results. It has be proven to significantly improve skin firmness by up to 46% in just 4 days. That's some statistic! It's designed to target the effect of collagen decline on the skin - something which happens to all of us as we age. It firms, smooths and boosts luminosity, helping to improve visible signs of ageing. One customer said "I noticed a difference straight away - my skin feels softer and plumper immediately after using but the effects last longer. Overall my skin appears smoother and more dewy. Used it on my face and neck and was impressed by the results for both. I would definitely buy this again."

Pros: It contains ingredients to specifically benefit the skin's microbiome, to optimise your skin's own resilience and functions.

Cons: This has a high price tag for a serum, but it does work.

The texture of this is DIVINE! The buttery-gel texture not only melts away makeup and daily pollutants, it also contains exfoliating pumpkin enzymes and AHAs, to brighten and smooth skin texture. There's also mango butter and chia seed oil, to nourish, condition and moisturise the skin. One customer says "I have been using this product for the last year and my skin has never felt / looked so bright and smooth! A little goes a long way, my absolute go-to cleansing balm."

Pros: It's a two-in-one product, as it also doubles as a deep cleansing and conditioning mask.

Cons: It's fragrance-free, which is preferred by some, but Elemis are known for their beautiful scents, so this might steer you towards one of their other cleansing balms.

This powerful serum contains a highly stable form of vitamin C, as well as a host of other powerful ingredients, making it a solid choice to help protect your skin from environmental damage, reduce hyperpigmentation, promote collagen synthesis and cell renewal, and refine skin texture. One Elemis fan describes it as "perfect! It isn't greasy, or has any harsh scents or side effects for my sensitive skin. Within a few applications, I noticed a drastic difference in my complexion. My skin has never felt or looked better than it does now.

Pros: This serum has so many benefits. So you're getting a lot for your money. Elemis-patented Tri-Enzyme Technology gently exfoliates, while hydrating and supporting skin renewal. Vitamin C stimulates collagen synthesis and combats oxidative stress. Red clover extract purifies and rebalances the skin, and seven organic Alpine plant extracts tackle uneven pigmentation and dark spots.

Cons: The price is high, but it's Elemis, so we know this already.

This is a great product for giving instant results, and is one of the most effective i've tried. It contains a trio of AHA and PHA acids (lactic, mandelic and asiatic), which when combined, offer the best overall skin resurfacing and tone-evening benefits while at the same time being fairly gentle on the skin compared to some other acids. An instant glow boost! One customer says they "have been using for a few weeks and it has already made a massive difference to the smoothness of my skin without being aggressive."

Pros: It also contains ingredients to help combat any side effects of the acids - Padina pavonica, an algae that is packed with antioxidants, hydrates and contains fatty acids to fortify the skin barrier. As well as chlorella, another algae, that calms redness and inflammation.

Cons: It does sting and tingle a bit, but that's the acids doing their job. If you have very sensitive skin, seek advice at your local Elemis counter before trying.