I’m finishing up my latest bottle of DHC’s cleansing oil and as much as I love it, I also really want to try something new!

I always double-cleanse when I wear makeup or mineral sunscreen and the DHC cleanser does a great job at removing everything quickly. I would love some suggestions for similar products that have worked well for you guys! 

Thanks for your help 😊

Favorite oil cleanser for removing makeup?

💔 Doesn’t remove oil/sebum well enough.


The Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder from Anua claims to brighten and even dull skin tone without irritation.

I received this product free from Picky and Anua in exchange for review.

Key Ingredients:

Allantoin - soothing

Lactic acid (AHA) - brightening, smoothing

Ceramide NP - moisturizing, supports skin barrier health

Arbutin - brightening 

Thoughts:

❤️ The texture of this cleanser is really unique and so fun to use. The granules dissolve really easily and a tiny amount of product goes a long way. It turns into a thick, creamy almost paste that you can easily adjust by adding more or less water to the mix. I like to pre-mix the cleanser in my palm so I don’t feel any undissolved powder “scrubbing” at my skin, though if you’re looking for more exfoliation you can always mix less. It feels hydrating and soothing; great for sensitive skin or if you’re trying to calm a breakout like me. It rinses off fairly easily and leaves my face clean and soft, though it doesn’t seem to get down into my pores as much as I’d like. It’s a great cleaner for when my skin is irritated and needs a break, but not for everyday use.


One flaw I found was that the base of the ampoule liked to absorb faster than the beads could dissolve which sometimes left me with grainy particles on my face. Rubbing the product between my fingers before applying helped some, but didn’t completely get rid of the issue. I imagine this could be irritating if you have sensitive skin since the beads are a bit rough.

The Madagascar Centella Brightening Ampoule claims to calm, brighten, and hydrate the skin. Key ingredients include:

🍃Centella Asiatica extract - soothes and replenishes skin hydration

🌱 Madecassoside - a primary compound of Centella Asiatica; encapsulated to maintain stability

🌿Niacinamide - helps keep skin clear and bright

I found this ampoule to be nicely hydrating and fast-absorbing true to its claims. It didn’t feel sticky or heavy in the slightest and contains no fragrance which is a huge thumbs up from me! I liked using it as the first step in my routine to make sure my skin had plenty of moisture for my other products to lock in. While using this ampoule, I noticed that my skin did appear brighter and more clear. Spots of hyperpigmentation from hormonal breakouts cleared up faster and it seemed to calm active breakouts as well. I also haven’t seen nearly as much dry, flaky skin since I added this ampoule to my routine. I thin for the price it’s a pretty great product that would work well for lots of people. 

Nothing. Awesome shade range and one of the best cream blush formulas I’ve tried.

Fwee Lip & Cheek Blurry Pudding Pot 👉

- Lightweight, bouncy cream formula with a soft matte finish
- Blurring effect on lip lines and pores
- Moisturizing formula

I received this product free from Picky and Fwee in exchange for review.

Thoughts:
I tried the shades MV02 Hurt (reddish-mauve) and CR01 Dear (bright coral). Both were nicely pigmented and very easy to build & blend on top of my base makeup. The finish is super flattering on my textured skin. It has a soft-focus effect that didn’t emphasize my pores or acne, and actually helped make my skin appear more smooth. I was also impressed with how well it wore on my skin. My face tends to “eat” cream blush, especially when I’m sweating or oily, but this lasted on my cheeks even without setting powder. It stayed vibrant for hours and there was no color transfer the few times I touched my face. On the lips, it gives a very pretty wash of color that can be build up to be more intense. It feels lightly hydrating and emollient but dries down completely. 


👎 I didn’t notice any visible effects on skin firmness, but that wasn’t a big concern for me to begin with. This cream is also a bit expensive at $43 for 2.46 oz of product so I would hesitate to repurchase unless there was a sale. 

The Phyto Firming Cream claims to firm skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is deeply hydrating and reinforces the skin barrier on multiple levels. It has an added natural fragrance that shouldn’t irritate the skin. I received this product from Picky and Huecalm in exchange for my honest review. 

Key ingredients:

🪴 Soy, Pea, and vegetable protein to hydrate the skin

🌿 Cica, moringa ceramide, and macadamia ceramide: treat damaged skin barrier

🥑 Avocado oil, olive oil, and Shea butter: provide lasting hydration

👍 My skin has been absolutely loving this cream lately! It’s a very rich and moisturizing so it’s perfect for use overnight. I always wake up after using this surprised at how hydrated my face feels even after so many hours. It isn’t too heavy and it sinks in fast, but I think the brand’s description of it being “lightweight” isn’t very accurate. The scent is very light and herbal and my skin seems fine with it although I could always do without added fragrance. On their website, HueCalm states that the Phyto Firming Cream scored “0.00” on the skin irritation index, however, I would still use caution if you have sensitivities. The packaging feels high quality and I like that a small spatula is included to keep the product sanitary. Overall, The Phyto Firming Cream gets a a big thumbs up from me and my skin! 

💔This serum wasn’t hydrating enough for me to use overnight in place of my usual serum and I doubt it would be hydrating enough for people with dry skin. I also think it would be better packaged in a dropper bottle since the texture is so thin.


The Deep Sea Droplet Serum from Purito claims to give 48 hour hydration and dewy glow to parched skin.

*I received this product free from Picky and Purito in exchange for my review

Key Ingredients:

Deep sea water - rich in nutrients and dissolved minerals to replenish skin

Marine Complex - a blend of Kelp, Glasswort, and Sea Grapes that nourishes the skin

Snow mushroom - intensely hydrating

Peptides - improves skin elasticity and firmness

Thoughts: 

❤️ This serum is incredibly lightweight and has a very watery texture that feels refreshing when applied. It’s lightly hydrating and absorbs into my skin fast without any effort. I enjoyed using this during the day since it wasn’t heavy and didn’t cause my skin to become greasy in during hot and humid weather. It kept my skin looking healthy and layered wonderfully with my other products, never causing pilling or making my pores feel congested.  It claims to be suitable for all skin types and I’d agree, though it’s probably best suited for oily/combination with how light it is. There’s no fragrance, dyes, or other irritating ingredients so sensitive skin types shouldn’t have issues.


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