Beauty

[griffy]

Hi Everybody and Happy Holidays !

I know this is a well-worn topic but I need some help.  I am looking for a facial cleanser that is gentle on my sensitive skin but really removes all makeup without the need for a wash cloth  or a second step cleanser.  Maybe I ask for one product to do too much?

 I recently purchased Cerave's hydrating cleanser and was surprised at how much of my foundation was still on my skin when I followed up with a toner and cotton round  (I did leave the cleanser on my skin for awhile to allow it to work).  I don't wear eye makeup or mascara so I'm really just looking for a one-step cleanser to clean my skin and remove  foundation and blush without stripping my skin or leaving an oily residue.    I am 55, with somewhat dry skin and have rosacea so want to avoid a product that requires scrubbing or wash cloth.  

Thanks for your help !   

[Dixie Chick 2]

Try Philosophy's Purity facial cleanser.

[Iwantcoffee]

I use cotton pad with Bioderma and purchase at Beautylish online. I purchase Albolene at my local Walgreens. I use a warm washcloth to remove, but you can use tissue.

Another option for people with Rosacea is Eucerin Redness Relief. This was recommended by my derm. It has been a while since I used it and honestly do not recall how it was at removing makeup. You will not need a washcloth, just the cleanser and water. Drugstore dot com sells Eucerin.

Cerave hydrating cleasner contains ceramides that help restore and maintain skin's barrier and lock in moisture. It's a good thing.

[Rachb]

Purity Made Simple. Or even gentler, Dr. Young's Camillia cleansing oil. I have very sensitive skin and use both. And both remove my foundation pretty thoroughly.

[JeanLouiseFinch]

My recommendation would be Dr. Young's Camellia Deep Cleansing Oil (get it on Amazon).   I've been using Dr. Young's Cleansing Oil for a couple of years now and really like it.  It's very gentle and cleanses without stripping.  Some people use it as the first step in a 2-step cleansing ritual, but I use it alone as my PM cleanser.

[JustJazzmom]

Is mineral oil still sold? Many products that remove makeup contain mineral oil.

[marmarbrooklyn]

Hi Griffy 

I have been having sucess with Pacifica SeaFoam cleanser . I am 52 but still have sensitive oily acne prone skin. It makes finding a cleanser difficult too . I need something gentle that does not dry me out or leave a film or greasy feel( I triend cerave and cetaphil too)  . I use pumkin seed oil on a cotton pad to remove my eyemakeup and the Pacifica cleanser on my face . They are also a cruelty free brand and many vegan products . They are also sold at Target and on their website if you sign up they give you a coupon code . Good luck in your search . I am als using their serum and moisturizer , really please with them . Happy Holidays

[gidgetgh]

I've used Principal Secret Advanced Cleanser for over 20 years. Very gentle and it removes all of my makeup. I buy it directly from her club (over the phone) and I buy several at a time and they ship it to me twice a year. 

[j-lou]

 My all time favorite cleanser is Paulas Choice Skin Recovery Cream Cleanser!  It removes all of my makeup with no problem.  

[butterflygirl69]

I've been using Philosophy's Purity for many years and it works great to remove my make-up. I never use a make-up remover or separate cleanser to remove make-up.

I don't have particularly sensitive skin, but I can't see where it would be irritiating (unelss you are sensitive to one of the ingredients in the cleanser).