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Fri Mar 09, 2007 12:54 pm  |
Can anyone recommend a good facial cleanser that also removes makeup thoroughly, but isn't too stripping. I'm using a cream/lotion type cleaner (Marjorie Bretagne) which I think doesn't really remove the makeup very well.
I'm also not looking for an oil cleanser. I know they remove makeup quite well, but i've tried the Shu Uemura oil cleanser in the past, and I don't like the thought of putting oil on my face.
What are good suggestions for drug store brands? Or higher price brands?
Thanks for your help. |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 12:59 pm |
| It depends on how much makeup you wear. If it's only minimal makeup, I find Yon-Ka Cleansing Milk (dry/sensitive skin) and Yon-Ka Cleansing Gel (combo/oily skin) does the job very well. They are both retailed at decent prices and EDS offer them. Personally, I prefer Eve Lom Cleanser. It's rather expensive, but does the job very well and leaves my skin feeling soft and really smooth. I've also heard good things about Thalgo Pure Delicacy Milk. For a splurge, Cellcosmet Gentle Cream Cleanser gets lots of rave reviews on this forum. |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 1:47 pm |
I've been using MD Skincare All-In-One Facial Cleanser with Toner and I just love the stuff. My face looks like I've used a gentle scrub after I've used this cleanser, but without any redness or irritation. It leaves your skin absolutely clean but never tight.
I've always been kind of footloose and fancy-free about cleansers. I'd either use Neutrogena or whatever samples I had on hand. EDS send me a sample of this stuff and I've been thoroughly hooked on it ever since. |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 2:07 pm |
| katee wrote: |
I've been using MD Skincare All-In-One Facial Cleanser with Toner and I just love the stuff. My face looks like I've used a gentle scrub after I've used this cleanser, but without any redness or irritation. It leaves your skin absolutely clean but never tight.
I've always been kind of footloose and fancy-free about cleansers. I'd either use Neutrogena or whatever samples I had on hand. EDS send me a sample of this stuff and I've been thoroughly hooked on it ever since. |
Does it remove makeup well? Is it good for oily skin? |
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26 with dehydrated combo skin, prone to blackheads and congestions, NC20-25 |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 5:24 pm |
| I don't really wear make-up, so I don't know about that. I do, however, have oily skin and this does a wonderful job! |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 5:27 pm |
I've just used the Cellcosmet Purifying Gel after leaving it in my cupboard for months and I was pleasently surprised at how effective it seemed to be at removing my makeup, even my mascara, although it wasn't waterproof.
I've used the Yonka Cleansing Gel and although it is a lovely, gentle cleanser it didn't remove my makeup as well as others I've tried. |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 5:45 pm |
I agree with Sel, although I don't have SUPER dehydrated skin my skin is pretty dry and I didn't like any of the Yonka Cleansers - the gel just didn't feel clean and well it really wasn't from proof after I saw some makeup residue when I used toner. The milk left me residue no matter how I used it - wish washcloth, without, etc etc.
How about trying some of the raved about cleansers currently on the board - like Osea's Cleansing Milk? According to Avalange it removes ALL makeup and is perfect for sensitive/dry skin types. Or perhaps you could try Cleansing Oils, I personally use Precleanse but there are many good brands out there like Decleor that are also worth trying. |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 6:09 pm |
| Thanks for the advice. I don't really wear a lot of make up. I use BE mineral makeup, but don't cake it on or anything. I went to ULTA and picked up some cetaphil. It says it takes off makeup, so I will try that for now. (Gotta watch out for the price tag as I'm a poor college student who recently splurged on ordering Revitalash!!) |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 6:26 pm |
| Have you tried Philosophy Purity? I use it at night, removes make-up, requires no toner, and does not strip. |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 6:46 pm |
Decleor cleansing wash is perfect for combo skin and washes off makeup without stripping your skin. Personally, I prefer to take eyemakeup off with Loreal Eye makeup remover first but if in a pinch I can use the cleanser for this too. You only need a tiny amount and it smells divine - like the sea on a cool day.
My skin reacts to poor cleansers quite badly but this is excellent and I have no plans to switch to another. I also follow up with Dermalogica microfoliant which tends to control oiliness for me.
HTH |
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35, combo skin, can be acne prone; use Decleor, PSF 02, SKII products and anything that works including ancient voodoo hee hee. London based. |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 8:58 pm |
| sormuimui wrote: |
I agree with Sel, although I don't have SUPER dehydrated skin my skin is pretty dry and I didn't like any of the Yonka Cleansers - the gel just didn't feel clean and well it really wasn't from proof after I saw some makeup residue when I used toner. The milk left me residue no matter how I used it - wish washcloth, without, etc etc.
How about trying some of the raved about cleansers currently on the board - like Osea's Cleansing Milk? According to Avalange it removes ALL makeup and is perfect for sensitive/dry skin types. Or perhaps you could try Cleansing Oils, I personally use Precleanse but there are many good brands out there like Decleor that are also worth trying. |
I wear very minimal makeup (i.e. just a very light swipe of MMU foundation on my face, or just a wash of blush) and I've never had any problems with removing it with Yon-Ka Cleansing Milk, BUT it doesn't remove mascara from my experience. From experience, I find Yon-Ka Cleansing Gel removes makeup better, but it doesn't suit my super dry flaky skin. With cleansing milk, I've never had any problems with residue and I just use warm wash cloth to remove it. Hmmm...products sure work different for each person.
Anyhow, I'm not using Eve Lom Cleanser at night as I work in a very polluted environment as I wanna make sure I get every trace of impurities off my face. It's amazing and I'd highly recommend it to anyone. 
I was gonna recommend Osea Cleansing Milk, but since I'm still waiting for my bottle to arrive and I haven't tried it personally, I didn't wanna recommend it (yet). |
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26 with dehydrated combo skin, prone to blackheads and congestions, NC20-25 |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 9:00 pm |
| katee wrote: |
| I don't really wear make-up, so I don't know about that. I do, however, have oily skin and this does a wonderful job! |
Thanks. I was asking the makeup question for myself and the oily skin question for my boyfriend. I'm looking for a good cleanser for him. I think I'll get this for him once his PSF cleanser runs out. |
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26 with dehydrated combo skin, prone to blackheads and congestions, NC20-25 |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 9:32 pm |
| andaman_gypsy wrote: |
| katee wrote: |
| I don't really wear make-up, so I don't know about that. I do, however, have oily skin and this does a wonderful job! |
Thanks. I was asking the makeup question for myself and the oily skin question for my boyfriend. I'm looking for a good cleanser for him. I think I'll get this for him once his PSF cleanser runs out. |
How about Osea Cleansing Mud? I haven't tried it, but it's on my next to buy list! Avalange posted a great review on it..
http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=21249&highlight=osea+cleansing+mudd |
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Fri Mar 09, 2007 9:49 pm |
| poohlisey wrote: |
| andaman_gypsy wrote: |
| katee wrote: |
| I don't really wear make-up, so I don't know about that. I do, however, have oily skin and this does a wonderful job! |
Thanks. I was asking the makeup question for myself and the oily skin question for my boyfriend. I'm looking for a good cleanser for him. I think I'll get this for him once his PSF cleanser runs out. |
How about Osea Cleansing Mud? I haven't tried it, but it's on my next to buy list! Avalange posted a great review on it..
http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=21249&highlight=osea+cleansing+mudd |
I've thought about that, but think it might be too active to use everyday. |
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26 with dehydrated combo skin, prone to blackheads and congestions, NC20-25 |
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Sat Mar 10, 2007 12:31 am |
I wear MMU and started using the Geografx Azulene Gel Wash at the start of the year. It is all natural, smells great, takes off all my make-up and doesn't strip the moisture from my face. The best part is that it is reasonably priced ($12.50 for 4 oz).
Geografx also has a cleansing lotion that I have not used.
http://www.geografx-cosmetics.com/products-FacialCare-1.html |
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Sat Mar 10, 2007 9:52 am |
| Alpha Hydrox Foaming Face Wash is great for make up removal and you can use it on your eyes. It's non stripping and it's only about $9.00. They also have a cream cleanser version. You can find it on drugstore.com |
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Sat Mar 10, 2007 9:58 am |
| mario badescu's enzyme cleansing gel. |
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Sat Mar 10, 2007 9:59 am |
I love the M.D Forte brand, and will probably never use anything else again, but this.
It's all I use. They are medicated, and very strong however.
The cleanser comes in 3 strength levels, I dont know you skin, but I would start with the weaker level.
http://www.mdforte.com/ |
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Sat Mar 10, 2007 10:31 am |
| I like Liz Earle cleanse and polish a lot. |
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Sun Mar 11, 2007 1:21 am |
| MFD facial cleanser with glycolic.. |
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using obagi now.. I had combination skin, oily on T zone and sensitive on cheek area.. easy to get breakout on chin and jaw line.. |
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Mon Mar 12, 2007 12:26 am |
| Yonka Cleansing Gel and IS Clinical Cleansing Gel. |
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Mon Mar 12, 2007 12:42 am |
I highly recommend Cellcosmet Purifying Gel as it melts all make-up (though I've tried using it to remove make-up only a few times) and sunscreen thoroughly without stripping. Though the Cream Cleanser also gets many rave reviews here, I personally like the Gel one much better as my skin doesn't feel as clean using the Cream Cleanser.  |
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Mon Mar 12, 2007 9:55 am |
| I love A'kin Rose & Geranium Cleanser and Toner in One. It's not at all stripping, but is effective, yet gentle at removing make-up. I find it works best massaged into the skin like a balm, then removed with a warm, damp muslin cloth. |
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Mon Mar 12, 2007 10:03 am |
| I think you should try BIODERMA's cleansing water. It works well and could remove make-ups easily. Also it is good for very sensitive skin. |
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Tue Mar 13, 2007 2:27 am |
| I will only use liz earle cleanse and polish to remove make up. It removes every last scrap of make up but is moisturising and non stripping at the same time. It is a thick cream and has a lovely soft scent. You use a muslin cloth to remove it like the eve lom one but it is a fraction of the price. |
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