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Old 22-11-2014, 21:27
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I have just recently started wearing make up on a more regular basis. I used to only wear it very rarely for the odd night out and would never have worn proper foundation, just powder. But now I wear concealer and powder on a daily basis and then like today have worn foundation and powder.

Now, I have found that Im not very skilled in taking the make up off. I have been using 'cleansers' which also say that they remove make up. But using 3 big pads of cotton wool, 2 for the cream and 1 for the toner, I still see colour on the pad once Im on to the toner which suggests that the make up still isnt removed and Ive been really rubbing over my face to make it come off.

How do you remove make up thoroughly?

I dont want to use any 'washes' as such as I dont like all the water running down my arms when you wash your face with water over the sink and I dont use flannels and cloths and things (bit funny about them). I also dont like the idea of the make up remover wipes you get, I thought some sort of cream would be enough.
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Old 24-11-2014, 16:09
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Depends how heavy/long-lasting your foundation is. I use MAC and there's no way that will come off with just one blob of cleanser and some toner. Some people recommend a 'double cleanse' where you use a cleanser first then wash your face with a foaming cleanser (or similar). As you don't like washes that's no good for you.
One thing I used to use all the time was 'Ultrabland' from Lush. You rub it all over your face then remove with damp cotton wool or a flannel. Last used it a couple of years ago and it was good, if you get any make sure you take it all off as it's quite greasy. Good luck!
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Old 24-11-2014, 16:40
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I always use the wipes, and they remove my makeup very well. I wear a fair amount of eye makeup (crème shadow, eye liner and mascara) and it gets it all off.
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Old 24-11-2014, 16:47
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Try micellar water. You can buy the expensive Bioderma or do what I do use L'Oreal one or the even cheaper Garnier one. Two cotton pads and it is all off. No need for toner. I used to use an expensive Decleor cleanser and toner , converted to this and it is all you need. Quids in too.
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Old 24-11-2014, 18:04
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Ive never heard of that before. It sounds the sort of thing I would like. I dont like fragrance free though.
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Old 24-11-2014, 18:15
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I have just recently started wearing make up on a more regular basis. I used to only wear it very rarely for the odd night out and would never have worn proper foundation, just powder. But now I wear concealer and powder on a daily basis and then like today have worn foundation and powder.

Now, I have found that Im not very skilled in taking the make up off. I have been using 'cleansers' which also say that they remove make up. But using 3 big pads of cotton wool, 2 for the cream and 1 for the toner, I still see colour on the pad once Im on to the toner which suggests that the make up still isnt removed and Ive been really rubbing over my face to make it come off.

How do you remove make up thoroughly?

I dont want to use any 'washes' as such as I dont like all the water running down my arms when you wash your face with water over the sink and I dont use flannels and cloths and things (bit funny about them). I also dont like the idea of the make up remover wipes you get, I thought some sort of cream would be enough.
The best way to cleanse and remove make up thoroughly is with a cleansing balm such as Clinique's Take The Day Off - you don't need to use water with it but it is best removed with a flannel and hot water. I used to be funny about flannels too, but I bought a load of cheap ones out of John Lewis and only use once before washing at 60 degrees.
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Old 24-11-2014, 19:06
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The garner Miceller water is a raved product on Youtube and I bought it its really good. really good for eyes and full face...no stinging...its at super drug for 3.32 at the moment....and you get 10% off with NUS discount giving you a price of £2.99 well worth it. My sis says its better than the B one they have.
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Old 02-12-2014, 22:44
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Try micellar water. You can buy the expensive Bioderma or do what I do use L'Oreal one or the even cheaper Garnier one. Two cotton pads and it is all off. No need for toner. I used to use an expensive Decleor cleanser and toner , converted to this and it is all you need. Quids in too.

This is pretty much what I do. You can get some good deals on Decleor if you shop around too.
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Old 03-12-2014, 13:14
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I use a face wipe, then a cream cleanser, then toner and then I use a moisturiser.
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Old 03-12-2014, 13:40
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Try micellar water. You can buy the expensive Bioderma or do what I do use L'Oreal one or the even cheaper Garnier one. Two cotton pads and it is all off. No need for toner. I used to use an expensive Decleor cleanser and toner , converted to this and it is all you need. Quids in too.
Modern toners are not about removing last traces of make up anymore - toner is used to restore the natural acidic PH of the skin (acid mantel) that an alkaline soap or cleanser destroys. Leaving toner out of your routine means the skin is left unprotected from the elements and pollution and moisturiser can not cope alone.
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Old 03-12-2014, 14:50
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If you wear make up you should cleanse twice. First cleanse with an oil or balm second cleanse you're actually cleaning your face. Finish with acid toner
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Old 03-12-2014, 17:31
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Modern toners are not about removing last traces of make up anymore - toner is used to restore the natural acidic PH of the skin (acid mantel) that an alkaline soap or cleanser destroys. Leaving toner out of your routine means the skin is left unprotected from the elements and pollution and moisturiser can not cope alone.
I used to think toner was redundant too and didn't use them for years but since using acid toners the benefits are clear. It primes the face very well for serums and/or moisturisers. They key is ensuring the skin is clear before using further products.
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Old 04-12-2014, 02:14
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I love removing my make up, I have lots of different methods

1. Cotton pads + micellar water

2. Cotton pads + cleanser + toner

3. Body shop camomile cleansing butter

4 Don't really like wipes, but if I need to use them I like the 'yes to' cucumber ones as they are very gentle on the skin.

Whatever I use I follow up with Clean and Clear's deep cleaning toner, which amazes me as before using it I always think my face is clean, yet so much extra gunk comes off!
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Old 04-12-2014, 04:22
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I love removing my make up, I have lots of different methods

1. Cotton pads + micellar water

2. Cotton pads + cleanser + toner

3. Body shop camomile cleansing butter

4 Don't really like wipes, but if I need to use them I like the 'yes to' cucumber ones as they are very gentle on the skin.

Whatever I use I follow up with Clean and Clear's deep cleaning toner, which amazes me as before using it I always think my face is clean, yet so much extra gunk comes off!
Then whatever you're using to cleanse isn't good enough....
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Old 04-12-2014, 12:38
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I used to think toner was redundant too and didn't use them for years but since using acid toners the benefits are clear. It primes the face very well for serums and/or moisturisers. They key is ensuring the skin is clear before using further products.
My skin reacts really badly to acid toners unfortunately, brings me out on big painful spots. I've tried the Clinique and the Pixi Glow; and both made me react. As did Caudalie Beauty Elixir which isn't an acid toner. Sometimes seem to have sensitive skin.
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Old 04-12-2014, 14:44
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People comment on my good skin. I use Simple Cleanser day and night and tone with a 50:50 solution of witch hazel and water - you can make it stronger or weaker according to preference.
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Old 04-12-2014, 18:22
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Try micellar water. You can buy the expensive Bioderma or do what I do use L'Oreal one or the even cheaper Garnier one. Two cotton pads and it is all off. No need for toner. I used to use an expensive Decleor cleanser and toner , converted to this and it is all you need. Quids in too.
I use the Bioderma. It's amazing, no need for anything else.
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Old 04-12-2014, 20:51
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Then whatever you're using to cleanse isn't good enough....
I use the toner to get the left over stuff off so pretty sure I'm doing okay thanks for your concern...

What do you use that gets every scrap of make up off your face perfectly?
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Old 05-12-2014, 14:02
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I use the toner to get the left over stuff off so pretty sure I'm doing okay thanks for your concern...

What do you use that gets every scrap of make up off your face perfectly?
Clinique Take The a Day Off Balm.
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Old 05-12-2014, 14:50
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The Elemis cleansing balm is a luxury treat, skin feels amazing afterwards. It comes with a cloth, but a flannel would do if you could get a sample from am Elemis counter.
It is expensive, but you only need a tiny bit so lasts for months.

because you wring the cloth out in warm water, you don't have water running down your arms either.
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Old 06-12-2014, 03:26
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Anne French cleansing lotion. Its about £4 for a 200 ml bottle and it shifts everything. Mind you, to remove a full face of makeup I'd stil expect to use about four cotton pads, one for each eye, especially if it was waterproof mascara, one for face, and then another one just for a quick wipe over. If I'm not wearing makeup, one pad is usually sufficient. Honestly, I've been shocked by the amount of dirt that comes off at the end of the day, even without makeup! It's hugely under rated. Lasts ages as well.
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Old 06-12-2014, 22:02
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Try micellar water. You can buy the expensive Bioderma or do what I do use L'Oreal one or the even cheaper Garnier one. Two cotton pads and it is all off. No need for toner. I used to use an expensive Decleor cleanser and toner , converted to this and it is all you need. Quids in too.
Superdrug do a good one. It's in their "B" range.
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Old 13-12-2014, 18:19
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I use these .

http://img.tesco.com/Groceries/pi/38...ot_540x540.jpg

nice and refreshing too
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Old 13-12-2014, 18:26
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I use coconut oil, followed with a facial wipe
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Old 13-12-2014, 20:29
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The garner Miceller water is a raved product on Youtube and I bought it its really good. really good for eyes and full face...no stinging...its at super drug for 3.32 at the moment....and you get 10% off with NUS discount giving you a price of £2.99 well worth it. My sis says its better than the B one they have.
It is £2.99 in Savers. I am using the Garnier one now. You get double the amount (400ml) of the L'Oreal one for the same price. Does the same job. I wouldn't bother trying any of the more expensive ones, this takes off all make up and dirt using 2 cotton wool pads. I use Nivea Soft as a moistutriser too - If you told me last year that I would be using these very economic brands in place of my Decleor and Temple Spa moisturiser I would not believe you. I have continued to use a stoopidly expensive eye cream that costs £82 however. But I have used the Micellar water and Nivea soft for three months and I have not noticed a worsening of my skin. I would rather save my money and spend it on clothes or travel.

Someone else mentioned Anne French earlier - that is an extremely efficient cleanser. I went through a phase of using that pre-Decleor days and the amount of dirt that comes off your face is astonishing.
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