I love cleansing oils. Until about 18 months ago I was a firm fan of Bioderma Sebium H20 Micellar Water (the blue one) but then I switched to a balm or oil for removing make-up, and my skin is better for it. I can't exactly put my finger on it, but I think I'm less dehydrated and just a bit brighter and I don't see myself going back to it. While I may keep a bottle in my bathroom for emergencies/travelling, I just don't think you can beat an oil or balm as your first cleansing step.
The BodyShop Camomile Oil Cleanser is a favourite, but I had been after the Superfacialist oil for ages. Living in France, we don't have Boots and every time I was in Ireland it was always sold out. So when my Mom included a bottle in the range of beauty products she gave me for Christmas I was delighted.
First off, the packaging. It's great and very suited to the product, I have no issues. The Body Shop oil comes in a pump bottle, which sounds great except for the fact that it is probably the worst pump bottle ever - it leaks everywhere. This oil comes housed in a sturdy plastic bottle with a circular opening - you simply shake out a couple of drops, job done.
The oil itself is light yellow in colour and smells sweet and fresh at the same time. It's a light oil, and I'm pretty sure that it's lighter in consistency than Camomile Cleansing Oil. If you're someone who wears minimal make-up you could probably get away with three or four drops, but for someone like me that rocks a full face most days, five or six is sufficient.
Essentially, it does exactly what a cleansing oil should do. I usually apply it directly to my made-up face and gently massage it into the skin, eyes, eyelashes, lips. It immediately starts to dissolve all make-up, even mascara (I'm using Lancome Hypnose and Younique Epic Moonstruck at the moment). It loosens all foundation, eyeshadow and even liquid lipstick. It has a lovely slip to it and is perfect for a facial massage/lymphatic drainage. As always I remove with a flannel and rinse a couple of times* and then go in with a second balm/cream/gel cleanser.
The ingredents include a host of oils - raspberry seed oil, rosehip seed oil, passionfruit seed oil, grape seed oil, sunflower seed oil and cucumber seed oil. It also contains fragrance, so maybe not for anyone who is sensitive to fragrance.
From the Superfacialist site -
'No Parabens. Dermatologically tested. Against Animal testing'.
The products are made in the UK.
I have a small issue with the words 'Brighten' and 'Renew' in the name - while a cleanser can contribute to keeping your skin bright and fresh, I don't think they actively and continually brighten - they aren't on your face long enough...! As far as 'renew', it's a word I would more associate with acid toners or exfoliators in general, even an exfoliating cleanser - and this oil is none of those. What it is - a lovely, lightly frangraced cleansing oil that will remove all traces of make-up and leave you feeling fresh, cleansed and hydrated.
This product has been out for quite a long time and I know I'm late to the party, but if you're in the market for a decently priced cleansing oil that will last you a couple of months, this is definitely one I would recommend.
Superfacialist Vit C+ Brighten Skin Renew Cleansing Oil 200ml is available from Boots here for €14.99 and from the Superfacialist site for £10.99.
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The BodyShop Camomile Oil Cleanser is a favourite, but I had been after the Superfacialist oil for ages. Living in France, we don't have Boots and every time I was in Ireland it was always sold out. So when my Mom included a bottle in the range of beauty products she gave me for Christmas I was delighted.
First off, the packaging. It's great and very suited to the product, I have no issues. The Body Shop oil comes in a pump bottle, which sounds great except for the fact that it is probably the worst pump bottle ever - it leaks everywhere. This oil comes housed in a sturdy plastic bottle with a circular opening - you simply shake out a couple of drops, job done.
The oil itself is light yellow in colour and smells sweet and fresh at the same time. It's a light oil, and I'm pretty sure that it's lighter in consistency than Camomile Cleansing Oil. If you're someone who wears minimal make-up you could probably get away with three or four drops, but for someone like me that rocks a full face most days, five or six is sufficient.
Essentially, it does exactly what a cleansing oil should do. I usually apply it directly to my made-up face and gently massage it into the skin, eyes, eyelashes, lips. It immediately starts to dissolve all make-up, even mascara (I'm using Lancome Hypnose and Younique Epic Moonstruck at the moment). It loosens all foundation, eyeshadow and even liquid lipstick. It has a lovely slip to it and is perfect for a facial massage/lymphatic drainage. As always I remove with a flannel and rinse a couple of times* and then go in with a second balm/cream/gel cleanser.
The ingredents include a host of oils - raspberry seed oil, rosehip seed oil, passionfruit seed oil, grape seed oil, sunflower seed oil and cucumber seed oil. It also contains fragrance, so maybe not for anyone who is sensitive to fragrance.
From the Superfacialist site -
'No Parabens. Dermatologically tested. Against Animal testing'.
The products are made in the UK.
I have a small issue with the words 'Brighten' and 'Renew' in the name - while a cleanser can contribute to keeping your skin bright and fresh, I don't think they actively and continually brighten - they aren't on your face long enough...! As far as 'renew', it's a word I would more associate with acid toners or exfoliators in general, even an exfoliating cleanser - and this oil is none of those. What it is - a lovely, lightly frangraced cleansing oil that will remove all traces of make-up and leave you feeling fresh, cleansed and hydrated.
This product has been out for quite a long time and I know I'm late to the party, but if you're in the market for a decently priced cleansing oil that will last you a couple of months, this is definitely one I would recommend.
Superfacialist Vit C+ Brighten Skin Renew Cleansing Oil 200ml is available from Boots here for €14.99 and from the Superfacialist site for £10.99.
Have you used this?
Thanks for reading and have a fab weekend everyone!
A x
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