Interview with Daan Sins: the birth of the Élixir Nuit Multi-Use Balm

Interview with Daan Sins: « More than a makeup remover - The story behind the new Multi-Purpose Night Balm »

Daan Sins explains why our new Multi-Purpose Night Balm will transform your evening routine

The Élixir Nuit range is expanding! With the launch of the Multi-Purpose Night Balm, Huygens Paris introduces a new way of approaching the evening ritual: simpler, whilst focusing on efficacy and sensoriality. We sat down with Daan Sins, our founder, to better understand his vision, the formula, and above all the intention behind this 3-in-1 skincare product already praised by estheticians.

Why did you decide to create a multi-purpose balm?

Daan Sins:
For years, I kept hearing the same thing: “Makeup removal is a chore.” Too many products, too many steps, too much mess. We wanted to create a skincare product that truly simplifies life, without compromising on efficacy or pleasure.

The Multi-Purpose Night Balm does exactly that: one single product, three essential functions, and a texture that turns a key step for skin health into a genuine moment of well-being.

How is this balm different from a classic makeup remover?

D. S.:
We wanted to combine the best of a cleansing oil with the practicality of a micellar water.
The balm melts into the skin, captures makeup, even waterproof, then transforms into a milky texture upon contact with water. The result is ultra-easy rinsing, with no rubbing, no redness, and no residue.

It’s an intelligent, intuitive formula, designed to reconcile women with makeup removal. It is suitable for the face, eyes, and lips.

Why position it as a 3-in-1 product?

D. S.:
Our clients want to save time, but also reduce the number of products in their bathroom. We formulated this balm so it can:

1. Gently remove makeup, even on sensitive skin.
2. Nourish and soothe as an overnight mask, without rinsing.
3. Be used as a massage balm, ideal for face yoga or relaxing facial massages.

This is not a simple marketing claim. Each use has been tested, validated, and optimized to deliver maximum efficacy.

Let’s talk about sensoriality. It’s a key topic at Huygens Paris.

D. S.:
Absolutely. Essential, even. Beauty is not only about results. It is also about taking time for yourself.
We developed a melting, silky texture infused with our signature Élixir Nuit fragrance. You’ll recognize the soothing notes of lavender and rosewood that our clients love so much. The experience begins even before touching the skin. It calms, it relaxes, it prepares the body and mind for rest.

What about the formula? What are the key active ingredients?

D. S.:
We selected high-performance natural and organic ingredients:

• Lavender essential oil soothes, repairs, and calms sensitized skin.
• Rosewood essential oil regenerates, revitalizes, and supports cellular renewal.
• Omega 6 & 9 strengthen the skin barrier and bring suppleness and elasticity.

The formula is certified organic, vegan, non-comedogenic, and suitable for all skin types.

Who is the Multi-Purpose Night Balm designed for?

D. S.:
The Multi-Purpose Night Balm is for all women looking to simplify their evening routine. For those who can no longer tolerate stinging makeup removers, irritating cotton pads, or products that are hard to rinse off. For those seeking a more conscious, more natural approach to beauty, without giving up on efficacy.

The balm can also be used as an overnight mask. Why was this important to you?

D. S.:
We wanted the skin to benefit from the precious oils throughout the night. Applied in a thin layer, the balm becomes a nourishing cocoon. In the morning, the skin feels soothed, plumped, and radiant.

It’s the use that brings the most comfort to dry, stressed, or dehydrated skin, and our clients seem to absolutely love it.

What makes it ideal for face massages?

D. S.:
Its texture. It glides perfectly, neither too slippery nor too dry.
Estheticians who tested it in spas love its massage performance, especially for the face, neck, and drainage techniques.

For face yoga enthusiasts, it provides ideal comfort to perform movements without pulling on the skin. In addition, its scent helps create a true cocoon of well-being, while delivering the aromatherapeutic benefits of essential oils. A real plus when massaging or simply taking a moment for yourself.

What do you consider the greatest strength of this product?

D. S.:
Its simplicity. I deeply believe that an effective routine doesn’t need to be complicated. This balm allows you to pause, offer yourself a moment of well-being, and rediscover the pleasure of an evening ritual, while caring for the skin in the most natural and intuitive way possible.

One last word for those who are still hesitating?

D. S.:
Try it as a makeup remover. It’s the key use, and usually the moment when everyone falls in love with the product. Especially fans of double cleansing.
If you enjoy melting textures, relaxing fragrances, and soft skin after rinsing, this balm will most likely become your evening essential.