I never used to be big on using eye make-up removers but now I couldn't go without one and I'm on the search for the perfect one. Previously I used Simple's Eye Make-Up Remover but I found it stung my eyes despite it claiming to be 'kind to eyes'.
Having almost finished using the The Soothing Eye Make-Up Remover I thought it would be a jolly good idea to share my thoughts with the folks of the blogging world.The Soothing Eye Make-Up Remover is from the Botanics Range from Boots and currently retails for £3.05 for 150ml.
Claims To:
- Keeps the delicate skin around the eye area in good condition.
- Removes eye make-up gently but thoroughly.
- Effortlessly removes eye-makeup, even waterproof mascara.
- Comforts and soothes the eye area.
Directions: Shake well. Dampen a cotton wool pad and gently sweep across closed eyes.
Initially when I first started using this product I was very wary that it had received mix reviews on Makeup Alley so I was definitely keeping an open mind. For reference I have been using the Primark Cotton Wool Pads with the remover AND I have to say they are completely and utterly SHIT (pardon my French) - they tear really easily so girls don't go wasting your money on them!
The remover comes with two separate liquid that you have to shake in order to get an even mixture of both. One of the liquids is oil based and the other I believe is 'Iceland Moss',which has soothing benefits that help hydrate & calm the skin.
I was really put off by oily liquid at first, however I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly and gently it removed my eye-makeup, so I soon got over it! It was really moisturising and it didn't leave a stinging sensation like the Simple's Eye Make-Up Remover. It removed every little scrap of eyeliner and mascara and in the Morning there was no sign of any residue. The skin around my eye area has generally been looking in much better condition and I do think its to do with the oily liquid in the remover in conjunction with the Bio Oil I use as a night treatment.
Unfortunately like the gimp I am I accidently sat the bottle on the floor and most of the oily liquid spilled everywhere of course! So not only did the carpet get ruined but I lost half of the remover. I was left with mostly the Iceland Moss liquid which I have to say was a lot harder to work with on its own and I definitely (I say definitely a lot) think the oily liquid makes the remover what it is!
If your looking for a reasonably priced remover that does an alright job I would recommend this to at least try. I don't see it being my perfect remover so if anyone has any recommendations of removers they think are good please let me know. I just bought the Garnier Simply Essentials Soothing 2 in 1 Make-Up Remover so I will see how I get on with that. Again if anyone has used this one or the Botanic's Soothing Eye Make-Up remover let me know your thoughts.X
i just purchased the boots botanics day cream
ReplyDeleteDo you think Night Creams work though, do you use any and do you think they benefit your skin in anyway or should you just let your skin breathe?
DeleteA mature work colleague says the best beauty task for ur face is to moisturise at night with a night cream.. The best defense in a battle against dry skin n wrinkles! Doesnt even need to be an expensive brand
ReplyDeleteI've got a sample of the new No7 Night creams, so I will definitely give this a go x
DeleteOoo kool, where did u get that? Def let us know wat u thought of it.. Oh forgot to say, think it was Lucy Lui who years ago said her mum or grandma used to slather on vaseline at night. Years later her face is still smooth n pretty much wrinkle free! xx
ReplyDeleteI got the No7 Creams from boots - they had a starter kit for the new range xx
DeleteHi, I've been using Olay eye make up remover for years and I think it's brilliant! It's a lovely creamy formula and is really delicate but effective so I don't have to do any scrubbing around my eyes. It's reasonably priced in Boots and you can probably get it a little bit cheaper in supermarkets. I've also tried the Simple one but found it pretty useless and stung my eyes too. If you purchase the Olay one let me know what you think! I highly recommend xx
ReplyDeleteI will do. Thank you xxx
DeleteI was thinking of trying this Botanics one next but I've been using the Garnier one you said you just bought for about 2 years and it really does do the job. Maybe I should just stick to what I know works. :p You've also just made me realise that the Garnier packaging is better because it's not as easy to spill out the product and I'm quite clumsy. :p x
ReplyDeleteI think once you've found a product that ticks all the boxes its hard to move on x
DeleteI have found the Garnier one to be a lot better than the Botanics one. x
ReplyDelete*Garnier Eye Make-Remover post now up.
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