27/03/2014

Omitted by Oil

Aaah, cleansing oils...the latest phenomena to jump from the Asian beauty world to the Western one! Although the cleansing oil I'm featuring today is from an Asian brand, cleansing oils have been making numerous appearances on the market in the US (drugstore prices!), so it's only a matter of time before they become more widely available here. The oil I'll be reviewing is from Hada Labo, I'm actually not sure what the proper name of this is as it's all in another language...but ya get the idea.
















































A lot of people might find the idea of smearing oil all over their face a bit disgusting, but when you think about it, it makes a lot of sense for good makeup removal as it breaks down even the toughest of makeup, just as long as it is practical amirite? 

The Hada Labo Cleansing Oil is the first one I've ever tried so I wasn't completely sure of what to expect, but I had high hopes. The texture is oily (duh) but it's not greasy, if that makes sense? I'm drawing conclusions to, like, cooking oils which probably isn't the best but hoping you know what I'm trying to say! The experience of using it is not as unpleasant as you might think, I actually find the worst bit is when you're rinsing it off. Basically, you rub/massage the oil into your dry face to break down all the makeup. Then you mix it with a bit of water to 'emulsify' it. I find the rinsing process a bit messy as the water runs down my arms, gross makeupy-dirty-ness splatters all over the sink, etc. I find it easiest just to wet my hands slightly and go from there. I also find that although it doesn't leave an oily residue after rinsing, some of the water-oil mixture gets in my eyes and blurs my vision which is pretty annoying but I go straight to the shower and wash my face etc, and it clears up. It doesn't sting my eyes though which is a plus! In terms of makeup removal, it removes pretty much everything really well. It breaks down waterproof mascara giving you that panda eye situation, but actually removing the smudgy mess is a little harder. It doesn't come off during the rinsing process so a second cleanse is key (I would always cleanse properly after anyway). Apart from that, I find it really effective and removes basically everything with no discomfort, dryness or residue after.

Although it took a little getting used to, using a cleansing oil to remove makeup has been a really easy, gentle way that gets rid of basically everything! While Hada Labo's version is nice, I feel like there could be better out there, which hopefully I will get the chance to try out!

Have you tried a cleansing oil before? What are your thoughts?

22 comments:

  1. I have tried one of Shiseido's cleansing oils, and I love it! It does a great job at removing long staying foundations like Revlon Colorstay and my eye makeup (mostly eyeliner.) However, it does make my skin feel a bit dry afterwards if I don't follow up washing my face with another product. The one from Shiseido is quite pricey, so I probably wont' be repurchasing; however, I definitely will try another cleansing oil!

    Emily
    ahemitsemme.blogspot.com

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    1. Yeah, it seems like a lot of the cleansing oil formulas are quite similar but like you, I'd love to try more!

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  2. I still have yet to try a cleansing oil but this post really reminded me to go out and try one! My facial cleanser isn't quite cutting it with getting all my makeup off. :)

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    1. Oh no - you should definitely try one out then! Getting all of my makeup off is my first (beauty) priority haha!

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  3. Looks like an interesting product and brand! I love Shu Uemura cleansing oils and I've heard DHC's are fab too :)

    -Jen

    www.vibrantbeautyblog.com

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    1. Ooh yeah, I've heard amazing things about Shu Uemura's offering!

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  4. I've been using Boscia's cleansing oil and it's really good! Just wrote a review post about it.

    I'm having a giveaway right now and would love for you to enter!
    notanobession.blogspot.com

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    1. Yeah, I read it! It sounds so nice. I will definitely check out your giveaway :)

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  5. Also Coconut oil is apparently a good natural way to remove makeup!

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    1. Yeah I heard that! It makes a good balm cleanser.

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  6. I loveee cleansing oils as they are the only thing that really removes all my waterproof mascara! Im using the shu uemura one and it is the bomb. Would be keen to know how the asian drugstore compares so might give this one ago next time ;)

    ♥ M&L twoplicates

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    1. Ooh, do let me know how they compare! I love how it removes ALL my makeup in one go, otherwise I'd have to use two different ones!

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  7. Im a BIG fan of cleansing oils! They are my current favourite to remove my make up, much more that micellar waters and really gets down to the nitty gritty!

    Hanh x | hanhabelle

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    1. I totally agree! Micellar waters don't even get all my face makeup off, let alone mascara and eye makeup.

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  8. Never tried a cleansing oil before, more of a micellar water kind of girl haha

    Ellie xx | http://theleobeauty.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. You should! I understand why you would like micellar waters better, I like them for when I'm wearing lighter makeup, but cleansing oil really removes everything!

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  9. i've seen this oil in stores before but like you mentioned all the language on it seemed confusing to me! glad that this worked out for you, i'm definitely a fan of cleansing oils - they are so effective in taking off makeup! i remember really enjoying the shu uemura and neutrogena versions of cleanse off oils in the past, but for now i am smitten with the clinique take the day off cleansing balm :) xx

    rachel x
    blush&brunch

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    1. I totally picked it up on a whim! I still really want to try that balm cleanser!

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  10. Sounds like you does what you need it to do! I always only strictly use cleansing oils on my eye area where waterproof or long lasting stuff is concerned. Have you tried biores' cleansing gel? it's fantastic stuff!

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    1. No I haven't tried Biore's cleansing gel, I'm not sure if they sell it here but maybe they do!

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  11. I absolutely love oils to cleanse with! This sounds great :)

    Yasmeen x
    http:themirroraffects.blogspot.co.uk

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  12. i LOVE using a cleansing oil. its the only think i trust to really tke the makeup off (well..if its a good one that is). i'm glad you reviewed this b/c i'm always looking for new ones.
    Fancl is my FAV but its also the most expensive of the ones i've tried. the shu one fell really flat esp for the price. the DHC one is pretty good too.
    Jenn
    A Beautiful Zen

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