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If you don't like hot cloth cleansing...

19 replies

Coastingit · 28/05/2015 17:56

...how do you wash your face?

I have tried and tried the hot cloth thing and can't get on with it.

I like oils and creams to wash with but prefer to splash off and massage it just with my fingers. But I've introduced acid toning to my routine and have realised that I still have makeup residue on my face, it is visible on the cotton wool!

Products which properly clean your face without having to harshly scrub at it needed. No foaming cleansers or abrasive scrubs.

Does such a product exist? I don't really fancy micellar water - I'd rather find a good cleanser I can just use with water, I usually double cleanse wash twice. Do I need two separate products? I only usually wear a BB cream or light foundation, cream blush and eyebrow pencil, no eye makeup.

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UmiSays · 28/05/2015 18:36

Aveda do a nice wash off cleanser - think its called 'beautifying creme cleansing oil'. It is a an oil-infused cream, doesnt really foam. You massage it in to wet or dry skin, doesnt matter, and then rinse off.

I hot cloth cleanser, but use the Aveda one when travelling and cant be arsed to cart about flannels/muslins. Its very gentle and nice. Smells a bit lavender-ish, which I like, but may be off putting to some.

Coastingit · 28/05/2015 20:04

Thank you, I will investigate it. I have in the past used Shu Uemura cleansing oil and really liked it but a bit ££... not sure if that cleaned me properly either as it's only through toning that I've realised my cleansing hasn't been removing all traces of makeup!

I might get try the Body shop cleansing oil as it's a good price and might be similar.

I want the holy grail - a rich and nourishing cleanser that smells lovely and splashes off cleanly with zero scrubbing required.

My face is looking rough and jowly after just a few days of trying to stick to a Hirons inspired hot cloth routine. I just don't think it's good for my skin to be dragged around, I will keep up the acid as I think that's gentler than scrubbing away with a flannel but need a proper cleanser.

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KittyB52 · 28/05/2015 20:19

I started OCM a few weeks ago and was surprised at how good my skin felt. However, I have a couple of thread veins near my nose now, plus my chin o' blackheads is the same so I guess the hot cloth aspect has to go. Sad I have tried a couple of cream cleansers that you wash off, but they leave my face feeling a bit gunky in a way that the OCM didn't. I would much prefer something that foams, but I know those products aren't great for skin.

I also make it harder for myself by restricting products based on whether they are 'Leaping Bunny' approved - so Superdrug, Liz Earle and a few others only.

So yeah, just the moon on a stick for me, please. Grin

MamaLazarou · 28/05/2015 20:24

What's OCM?

KittyB52 · 28/05/2015 20:25

Oil Cleansing Method. www.theoilcleansingmethod.com/

Sorry, I found out about it on MN and assumed that (as always) I was way behind the crowd on this one. Grin

LynetteScavo · 28/05/2015 20:28

Cetaphil does the job. Brilliantly. It just doesn't smell nice, or come in a nice packaging.

MamaLazarou · 28/05/2015 20:29

Thanks Kitty- I have heard of it but didn't recognise the acronym. Smile

DrankSangriaInThePark · 28/05/2015 20:34

Most of the "hot cloth" cleansers can just be washed off, and a lot of the beauty/skincare gurus are now saying that the "hot cloth" bit (the actual holding a hot cloth over your face business) isn't necessary, or good for your skin, as too hot water can give you irritation and/or broken veins.

I use balms/creams and then just wipe them off with a wet muslin.

FallenOnHardTimes · 28/05/2015 20:44

I second Cetaphil. You rub it in with fingers, then wash it off with water. It doesn't foam and is pleasantly creamy. It leaves my face feeling lovely and clean but not dry. It's unscented and the packaging is kind of clinical-looking, but it really does work brilliantly!

Coastingit · 29/05/2015 04:45

I have some Cetaphil, haven't opened it yet, will try it out. Some posters on the long skincare thread said it wasn't great at removing makeup though.

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Larksong · 29/05/2015 04:54

For jesus christing sake. So, just wash your face, like normal then. Honestly. People bang on about atheism, and i am an atheist, but this kind of stuff really takes the biscuit.

ItsRainingInBaltimore · 29/05/2015 05:05

I bought about six different cleansers recently to try out a range of different types and price brackets, from expensive, like Clarins and Dr Kiehl, to Boots No.7. I bought the No.7 hot cloth cleanser one - it's ok I supppose but the one that is by far the best in terms of how it feels on my skin, how my skin feels afterwards, and how well it actually cleanses and removes make up without having to really scrub is this one from No. 7.

It turns to a lovely light oil as you massage it in and it really easy to wash off. I do use it with a hot flannel but I think it would be fine if you just splash water to remove it and just dab with a flannel or a towel.

I do always remove my eye make up and mascara with an oil based remover first though.

DrankSangriaInThePark · 29/05/2015 06:25

Might find it easier not to click on Style and Beauty threads eh Larksong?

Hmm

hettie · 29/05/2015 07:30

Body shop camomile oil cleanser? I use or in the shower, doesn't need a cloth to wash off

southeastastra · 29/05/2015 08:26

body shop tea tree cleanser is good

Coastingit · 29/05/2015 08:37

That's the one I want to try Hetty.

I currently use Elemis Rehydrating Rose cleanser and I love it, but it definitely needs a flannel scrub to remove it properly.

I'm all ears Lark as to what 'washing my face properly' means Grin it's exactly what I want to do! Don't keep your light under a bushel if you have the answer!

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Coastingit · 29/05/2015 08:39

Ooh that No7 one looks good though, I'm going to Boots later so might pick it up, it's on a 3 for 2 too so I can pick up random products I won't use

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AdorabeezleWinterpop · 29/05/2015 10:27

I use the LRP physiological gel twice. Once to remove make up and one to 'cleanse'. Works for me!

Nabootique · 29/05/2015 13:12

Oil gel cleansers emulsify with water and you can then rinse off. nSpa (Asda, not sure if anywhere else stocks it) do a lovely one called Melting Cleansing Gel. Nice for massage, then add water and it turns to milk and rinse off. Will take off your make up and it's only £6.

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