Okay, this product definitely has a cult following. It's recommended by celeb makeup artist Lisa Eldridge, and I get the impression from reading (obsessively, I might add) intothegloss.com that every model and generally beautiful person out there uses this, including Leigh Lezark, Jessica Stam and Caroline Trentini. And now I can add my name to that list!
It's not cheap at $40 for a bottle, but not overly expensive either. I certainly have splashed more cash on much less useful products. Bioderma's website describes it as a micelle solution (cleansing water) for sensitive, normal to dry skins that gently cleanses face and eyes and removes water-resistant make-up. "The
micelles contained in its formula effectively micro-emulsify impurities
while maintaining the skin’s balance (soap-free, physiological pH)".
Since it is designed for sensitive skin it has little to no fragrance and literally does have the consistency of water - no oily residue (it does leave a slight film on your face unless you double cleanse as I do, but this is necessary for very sensitive skins who don't want stripped-clean skin after cleansing). However, the selling point, and what makes it so great, is that it really is super-effective at removing makeup. Mascara that usually barely budges, even with water-proof product removers and scrubbing? Gone with a few swipes. Layer of mineral foundation eradicated. Eyeliner almost entirely removed. And my skin, which often turns quite red after thoroughly removing my makeup, feels soothed, not scrubbed!
I think I should mention that I have used Avene's very similar cleansing water in the past and, honestly, think it is equally as good; but I will certainly use this product up and most likely repurchase. Avene is a better option for some as it is a bit cheaper though, around the $25 mark, and much easier to find in stores.
Since it is designed for sensitive skin it has little to no fragrance and literally does have the consistency of water - no oily residue (it does leave a slight film on your face unless you double cleanse as I do, but this is necessary for very sensitive skins who don't want stripped-clean skin after cleansing). However, the selling point, and what makes it so great, is that it really is super-effective at removing makeup. Mascara that usually barely budges, even with water-proof product removers and scrubbing? Gone with a few swipes. Layer of mineral foundation eradicated. Eyeliner almost entirely removed. And my skin, which often turns quite red after thoroughly removing my makeup, feels soothed, not scrubbed!
I think I should mention that I have used Avene's very similar cleansing water in the past and, honestly, think it is equally as good; but I will certainly use this product up and most likely repurchase. Avene is a better option for some as it is a bit cheaper though, around the $25 mark, and much easier to find in stores.
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