I received this cleansing balm in the BRBB and wondered, was this the answer to my longwear makeup removal woes? Well, almost!
It comes packaged in a cute little pot and with its own face cloth (which was appreciated, I didn't really want to mess up my other cloths!). The fragrance is lovely, not too strong but still enough to make it feel that extra bit special.
The instructions say to just use a tiny bit, but I found that wasn't really anywhere near enough. Perhaps I have a huge face or something! I tried to get by without adding more the first time (I always follow instructions exactly when using products the first time, then improvise from the second time onwards if needed) but it wasn't melting it as much as needed, and I struggled to remove my mascara with it. I hoped that the cloth would take care of it though and for the most part it did, but when I went back over my skin with makeup remover on a tissue there was still very clearly foundation left on my skin.
Since then, I've been using quite a bit more product and massaging it quite liberally all over my face and into my lashes (be careful, it's not so fun on the eyeball!) which does help to melt it, but even then there is still foundation on the tissue afterwards. And this is regular foundation, not longwear.
I'll keep using it, but at this stage I don't think I'll be repurchasing.
Was lucky enough to get a sample of this beautiful balm, and on trying it for the first time I was so surprised that it took off all my makeup, including waterproof mascara! It also didn't leave a greasy feeling, just fresh, clean and ready for bed! Was very happy to find the next morning after cleansing and moisturising my face as usual, that my makeup applied easier, and has stayed on better during the day! And, this balm is the only thing I have done differently! Amazing!
Tips: A little goes a long way, but even if you use more it never feels too much!