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MERME Berlin, Facial Powder Cleanser with Purple Carrot
“White powder, in a brown jar with a shaker top, which transforms into a purple liquid with water, and then slightly foamy and white again with more water. First use — WOW! Skin felt so soft and smooth, with no dryness nor discomfort. I love this cleanser, every time I use it I am impressed with the consistent cleansing; my skin feels clean, soft, smooth. Gives me everything I need in a cleanser in a small jar, which is easy to store and use, plus looks good. My skin is softer and smoother and looks more even with continual use of this product. I have had fewer rosacea patches since using this cleanser. I love the reliable cleansing: it rinses of without leaving residue, and works beautifully alone or with other products. Honestly I don’t think I have ever been as impressed with a cleanser in my life! Fantastic.”
White Moon Skincare, Pink Clay Detox Mask
“Lovely thick texture which applied beautifully to the skin without mess; subtle floral fragrance. This product is a real huge joy to use. It is one of those products that even when you are your dark bathroom in the midst of the kids’ bath toys you put this on and inhale deeply — and feel as if you could be at a high-end spa. Very pleasant to use in terms of fragrance, application of the product and how skin felt when I had washed it off. I used this product weekly and my skin thanked me for it, it was more moisturised and refreshed. Unlike many clay masks it’s non-drying. Often I think it’s hard to see the results of a mask but when used in the evenings, the next morning my skin was improved — it had been given a real boost. Renewed my complexion. A product I don’t want ever to be without.”
Silver
ANI Skincare, Facial Cleanser
“I like the way the balm melts against warm skin in no time. It cleans well and removes make up, too, in a very gentle way. And after it’s removed from your face with hot water and a cloth, you’re left with what feels like moisturised skin. It’s clever as it’s a two-in-one. And fits well into my face cleaning routine. It makes me feel special for three reasons; the smell is beautiful — both floral and herbal — it feels nourishing and it cleans gently, but thoroughly. I am extremely happy. It’s the one you take to your desert island, if you can only take one product. Perfect just as it is.”
Lucky Cloud Skincare, Purifying 3-in-1 Cleanser + Mask
“A multi-tasking product which I felt thrilled about. Packaged in a sturdy and stylish cardboard tube which included the lid and shaker. It’s a mid green super-fine powder with a mild lavender scent; the texture is super light, almost talc-like. With water makes an incredibly smooth paste with no grittiness. It glides over skin for the most gentle cleanse or exfoliation and doesn’t leave skin red and sore like most exfoliators. I loved it more and more as the weeks went by. It simplified my routine from three products to one. This improved the smoothness and texture of my skin and helped a couple of breakouts I had to go quicker. A careful and lovingly thought-out product which helps us live life with less on our shelves. Genius idea and wish more products were like this.”
PAMOJA, Reset Cleansing Balm
“A strongly-scented buttery rich balm in a classy-looking pot. Strongly herbal fragrance. Impressed with the richness and texture: a little went a lot way. I loved the aromatherapy hit and the ‘ritual’ of using this balm, it felt like a real treat. It was very efficient at removing base make-up on my face and generally cleansing, and I loved how nourished and bright my skin looked and felt afterwards — hydrated and happy. After a month my skin was very happy with this product. My skin never became dry or irritated, it has looked hydrated and glowing after use throughout. It’s nice to have a product that truly keeps sensitive skin happy but feels luxurious.”
Pevonia, CleanRefresh Foaming Oil Cleanser
“Has a lovely fresh lemon fragrance and the consistency is a thick clear gel — liked them both. You only need the smallest amount, and then add water creates an amazingly silky foam that just glides over skin, that coupled with the fragrance made it an enjoyable and relaxing process, and a luxurious experience. Once rinsed my skin was soft and felt zingy clean — wasn’t at all drying — very impressed. Every use of this was just a joy — I enjoyed washing my face and I loved how it felt after. My face felt refreshed after using it. One of the nicest cleansers I’ve used in a while. Works exceptionally well and delivers great results.”
Rhug Wild Beauty, Replenishing Mask with Rhug Honey
“Beautiful packaging. Dense texture turns from a heavy sea-green paste into a soft light balm, with a slight green tinge. Fragrance is different: a little menthol with some sweetness. It applies well; not much is required. After each application my skin feels and looks great, I really enjoy using this high-end product and the great effects it has on my skin. It looks more youthful and plumper, and has certainly improved its condition. As a purifying and replenishing mask I feel it has helped with blocked follicles. I did wonder whether the white clay in the mask might dry out my skin, but this didn’t happen at all. Appears to treat all my different issues at the same time. It’s a real hero product.”
Bronze
At1 Skincare, Deep Cleansing Balm
“Classy and elegant jar and packaging. Glass and wooden lids gives impression of a luxury and pampering product. Very unusual consistency: one of a non-greasy jelly. Loved using it; skin looked clean and immediately felt refreshed. The balm goes on really smoothly then turns to a soft emulsion when you apply warm water. My skin is glowing without using anything exfoliating or abrasive. This removes all traces of eye makeup effortlessly leaving skin feeling great. Expected a luxurious pampering product and this is what it achieved.”
Dublin Herbalists, Every Day Cleansing Gel With Apricot and Carrot Seed Oils
“The bright yellow gel looked as though it would be be sticky to the touch but it wasn’t and was very easy to apply to the face, massage into the skin and swiftly turn into a refreshing milk. Great results instantly: very refreshing and soothing. There was no residue left on the surface just refreshed, hydrated skin. You don’t need to use much to get a thoroughly cleansed face. Massaging the gel into the skin felt therapeutic. My skin felt as though every bit of dirt and grime had been washed away. I have loved trying it. A super gel”
Eco By Sonya Driver, Super Citrus Cleanser
“Delightful fragrance; very citrusy, a cross between lemongrass and lime. Appropriate for a morning cleanse as it’s fresh and awakening. One pump is enough; leaves skin squeaky clean and refreshed, but didn’t leave skin dry. After a month It made my skin look and feel smoother. It looked clearer, pores seemed reduced and I didn’t have any breakouts during the month’s use. A very good quality product and definitely one of the best cleansers I have ever used.”
Sukin, Foaming Facial Cleanser
“A nice sized bottle, pretty packaging — very professional looking. A clean, natural and inviting scent. A good thickness of gel, a lovely consistency. I enjoy using this face wash. My face feels clean but not tight after use. I’m amazed it takes all my mascara off. I wasn’t sure at first, but I have grown to like the fragrance of this product. The consistency of the gel is lovely, and only a little needed to do the job. I am really impressed by this brand and this product. Skin feels refreshed when I use it, and not tight as it can with other face washes, and I love using it before bed time! Great that it’s affordable.”
The Blue Lemon, Tea Tree Green Clay Face Wash Bar
“Interesting looking product: a half-moon bar of soap for the face. Loved that you could pop this easily into a travel bag. Fragrance clinical and zingy and refreshing. Enjoyed using it. It’s nice and handy either whilst showering or just over the sink. My skin feels nice and calm after cleansing. Not dry or taut. No itchiness or irritation. The perfect base for further products. Doesn’t leave you desperate to reach for the moisturiser. I really love it. I will purchase it again but I’ve a feeling it’ll last me months! Works for me and my problematic skin.”
VERACOVA, Cleansing Foam – Pure Radiance
“This brand looks professional and high quality, which I expect of French brands. The product itself comes out as a white foam, which is very smooth and soft to the touch. It’s very gentle, and it spread easily over the face with water and thoroughly cleansed the skin and removed make-up. It washed off easily and did not leave any residue. My face looked extremely refreshed and felt soft afterwards. It was easy to use it in the shower, as well as at the sink. By the end of the testing period my face looked more fresh and balanced. My pores looked less clogged.”
