Estee Lauder Perfectly Clean Splash Away Foaming Cleanser

...to a mini set from Estee Lauder. I usually don’t buy many expensive products because I think you usually pay high price for the brand name, rather than an exceptionally good product. However, this time, I thought I’d give it a try and I might be surprised.

I don’t remember anymore when I bought the set, how much I paid for it and what exactly was inside, I will only review the item I use most nowadays – Perfectly Clean Splash Away ...
...and blue lettering, complemented with Estee Lauder logo and screw cap in gold.


'''Usage and properties'''
This product is very easy to use. I usually squirt a pea-sized amount on wet fingers and rub a little to mix the product with water. This way it is much easier to apply it to your face evenly and clean more effectively. Then just splash warm water on your face to rinse the product. The cleanser is easily removed ... more

I am always on the look out for new, interesting cosmetics and once decided to treat myself to a mini set from Estee Lauder. I usually don’t buy many expensive products because I think you usually pay high price for the brand name, rather than an exceptionally good product. However, this time, I thought I’d give it a try and I might be surprised.

I don’t remember anymore when I bought the set, how much I paid for it and what exactly was inside, I will only review the item I use most nowadays – Perfectly Clean Splash Away Foaming Cleanser for Normal/Combination Skin.

Product
I have to tell you that I had a slight confusion with this name, as I though the product was something like a face wash that I would use daily or when away on holidays. But the French version says this is a make up removing mousse.
First of all, I wouldn’t say this was a mousse. The texture is very light, but I would say this is rather a cream consistence than anything.
Second, the cleanser doesn’t really create any foam. When applied to wet face (on dry face this is very unpleasant and too tick to spread all over the face), it turns into a milk.
The scent of the cleanser is very delicate, hardly noticeable but also pleasant. The product has been dermatologically tested and was designed to be gently and moisturizing.
Visually, the cleanser is very attractive. It is in a powder blue, upside-down tube with black and blue lettering, complemented with Estee Lauder logo and screw cap in gold.

Usage and properties
This product is very easy to use. I usually squirt a pea-sized amount on wet fingers and rub a little to mix the product with water. This way it is much easier to apply it to your face evenly and clean more effectively. Then just splash warm water on your face to rinse the product. The cleanser is easily removed and doesn’t leave any residue. It is gentle to the skin, so shouldn’t cause any skin irritation if you worry about this.
After using, I always feel that my skin is soft and clean. Some face wash products make you skin dry quickly but this one doesn’t. I would say my skin feels more moisturized thanks to this. The hydrating and conditioning properties are provided by extracts of white water lily, senega and barberry.

As to the make-up removing properties, I would agree it removes some of the make-up. It does the job more easily with non-waterproof foundation or eye shadow but my waterproof mascara doesn’t come off at all. Disappointingly, after using a cotton pad to dry my face and remove the water (I do this instead of using a towel), I found that the cotton pad wasn’t clean and had traces (quite visible) of my foundation, which is not waterproof. This product definitely doesn’t remove make up.

Would I recommend it?
It is definitely a good face wash, although not as good a make-up remover, so I would recommend only if you like brand names and have some spare cash. In the end, who wouldn’t like to be seen with Estee Lauder in their wash bag?
However, if you are on a budget, it is not worth it. At £17.50 for 125ml, the price of Perfectly Clean cleanser is extortionate, compared to what it delivers.
I only like it because I use it only as a face wash and I love the miniature format which you can take with you for short weekend trips.

I will not be making a repeat purchase, unless this is included in a mini set again. There are several high street brands which offer equally good cleansers and are priced in the range of £2-5. I am not a brand snob (at least when it comes to cleansers) and will stick to the cheaper priced brands.

For more info, visit:
http://www.esteelauder.co.uk/templates/product/spp.tmpl?CATEGORYID=CAT21196&PRODUCT_ID=PROD150308_

 

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