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AURORA Cleanse + Hydrate Balm

AURORA Cleanse + Hydrate Balm

Multi-Purpose Cleansing Balm for All Skin Types

Key Functions: Cleansing, Moisturizing, Nourishing, and Soothing.

Best for: All skin types, Dry, Mature, Cold / Dry Weather, Transitional Seasons, and City Dwellers

Some Key Ingredients: Cocoa butter, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Mango Seed Butter, and Seabuckthorn Oil.

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Multi-Purpose Cleansing Balm for All Skin Types Including Acne-Prone

  • Best-selling multi-purpose balm loved for its versatility
  • Balances linoleic acid to benefit all skin types, including acne-prone
  • Transforms from balm to milky emulsion for thorough, gentle cleansing
  • Can be used as cleanser, mask, or emergency moisturizer

Aurora is a versatile cleansing balm that has developed a devoted following for its ability to perform multiple skincare functions effectively. This bestselling formula works as a makeup and SPF remover, cleansing balm, leave-on treatment, and moisturizer—all while supporting skin barrier health through its botanical ingredients. Aurora thoroughly removes impurities without depleting the skin's essential moisture.

The balm features premium plant butters including Kokum, organic cocoa, mango, and Tucuma seed butters that create an emollient base with excellent cleansing properties. Pumpkin seed oil contributes essential fatty acids that help balance the skin's natural lipid profile, while organic green tea seed oil delivers antioxidant benefits. The inclusion of supercritical CO2-extracted sea buckthorn fruit oil provides vitamins, carotenoids, and omega fatty acids that support skin renewal.

Aurora is particularly beneficial for diverse skin types through its ability to balance linoleic acid levels—important for maintaining clarity and resilience, especially for dry, irritated, and acne-prone complexions. The olive-derived emulsifiers transform the balm from a rich solid to a milky emulsion upon contact with water, ensuring thorough removal without residue. Unlike most cleansing balms, Aurora can also be used as a leave-on treatment, providing nourishment to compromised skin.

The balm's distinctive mousse-like texture softens upon contact with the skin for easy application. Its natural golden-yellow color comes from the botanical ingredients rather than artificial colorants, reflecting the formula's clean, water-free composition that eliminates the need for preservatives when properly handled. With its multi-functional capabilities, Aurora simplifies skincare routines while enhancing their effectiveness.

Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil, Garcinia indica (Kokum) Butter, Theobroma cacao (organic cocoa) butter, Mangifera indica (Mango) seed butter, Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter, Glycine soja (non-GMO) butter, Camellia sinensis (organic green tea) seed oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Supercritical CO2 Seabuckthorn) Fruit Oil, Cetyl Alcohol,  Daucus Carota (Carrot) Root Extract, Bisabolol, Cetearyl Olivate (and) Sorbitan Olivate, Tocopherol (non-GMO vit. E), lecithin, pure essential oils.

Preservation

This product is preservative-free because it is water-free, so please wash and dry hands before scooping product out and to prevent mold, do not get any water in the jar. Do NOT store jar in the shower or bath. With proper handing, this product can stay fresh for up to 18 months.

  • Ships from Canada, Mon.-Fri.
  • Our skincare is currently tariff-free to the USA.
  • Tracking available on All Canadian orders and most USA orders. Tracking number is automatically sent out.
  • Stark uses Canada Post and USPS 90% of the time.
  • International: No surface shipping. Please choose a tracked method if available.
  • Plant-based formula
  • Science-backed actives
  • A little goes a long way!
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Experience this Balm

  • What it's like

    Aurora transforms from a thick, mousse-like yellow balm into a rich oil upon contact with skin, effortlessly dissolving makeup, sunscreen, and daily impurities while enveloping the senses in its delicious aromatic blend of cocoa and blood orange with subtle notes of palo santo. The emollient texture provides a sensorial moment of indulgence during application, melting away tension along with makeup, while its ability to emulsify with water creates a milky rinse that leaves skin remarkably clean yet hydrated, with a noticeable plumpness and dewy glow that persists long after cleansing.

  • In your routine

    Incorporate Aurora into your evening routine by massaging a chickpea-sized amount onto dry skin as your first cleanse, allowing the balm to dissolve makeup and sunscreen before emulsifying with warm water and removing with a soft cloth for a spa-like experience. For dehydrated or irritated skin, apply a thin layer as an overnight treatment mask, focusing on areas of dryness or sensitivity. Aurora proves invaluable for travel by serving multiple functions—use it as your primary cleanser, an emergency moisturizer for weather-stressed skin, a cuticle treatment, or even a hair smoothing balm for flyaways—eliminating the need for several separate products in your toiletry bag.

  • Why you need it

    Aurora resolves the fundamental skincare dilemma that most cleansers create—the choice between effective makeup removal and maintaining skin health—by thoroughly cleansing without disrupting your skin's natural moisture balance. Unlike traditional makeup removers that strip the skin or leave oily residues, Aurora actually improves skin condition with each use, balancing essential fatty acids while providing anti-inflammatory benefits that calm reactivity. Its remarkable versatility eliminates the need for multiple specialized products, serving as cleanser, treatment mask, and emergency moisturizer for face, lips, and body, making it both a skincare essential and a smart investment for anyone seeking simplified yet effective routines.

Key Ingredients in AURORA Cleanse + Hydrate Balm

Mango (Mangifera indica) Seed Butter

Extracted from the kernels of mango fruits, this velvety butter delivers deep hydration with a silky-smooth finish. Packed with vitamins A and E, mango seed butter helps soften and repair dry skin while its natural emollients lock in moisture for hours. Unlike heavier butters, it absorbs beautifully without clogging pores, making it ideal for all skin types. Regular use helps improve skin elasticity and creates a protective barrier against environmental stressors, leaving your skin supple and rejuvenated.

Seabuckthorn (Hippophae Rhamnoides) Oil

Rich in rare omega-7 fatty acids and antioxidants, seabuckthorn oil is a skincare staple at Stark, extracted from the vibrant orange berries of the seabuckthorn shrub. This precious oil helps restore skin's moisture barrier, reduce inflammation, and can promote healing. It's especially beneficial for those with dry, sensitive skin or uneven texture, providing a natural glow while helping to protect against environmental stressors.

Bisabolol

Derived from chamomile, this gentle yet powerful ingredient soothes irritation and calms reactive skin on contact. Bisabolol's anti-inflammatory properties make it ideal for sensitive or redness-prone complexions, while its subtle scent provides a naturally calming aromatherapeutic experience. Beyond its soothing abilities, bisabolol enhances the penetration of other beneficial ingredients, making your entire skincare routine more effective. This versatile botanical also offers antimicrobial benefits that help promote clearer, healthier-looking skin without disrupting its natural balance.

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