What's your HG face wash that takes the makeup of and leaves face clean?

russia1000

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I love Olay daily facials and Vichy Normaderm cleanser when I'm at the sink. If I'm in the shower, I get grab a bar of Dove.
 

pink_lily002

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Origins Checks and Balances is by far my favorite face wash EVER. I love that stuff. I use that at night and use plain Noxema in the morning, or any of the washes from the Biore Complexion Clearing line.
 

rachybloom

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I would highly recommend just finding a dermatologist.. My mom FINALLY let me go see one when I started college.. We found one that took our insurance and seriously my skin is flawless now. They prescribed me with Prascion (a sulfur based wash that isn't irritating at all but strong enough that it takes off most of my face makeup and deep cleans) and Ziana (a retinol cream that you apply alone each night that helps skin stay fresh looking and prevents acne). I used to get 2-3 cystic zits each week.. so I didn't have full blown acne but I still wanted to have clear skin so I didn't have to wear a whole lot of foundation. I've tried a ton of face washes and my skin hasn't been so beautiful.. EVER. If you can go to one, definitely do it. I don't think I've broken out once since I started college, even with all the stress lol!

If you can't go to a derm.. I always liked DDF, but I don't think they sell it at CCOs, but the bottles are HUGE and the face washes last you a good 6+months (the prices are around 30 bux.. and considering how long they last you, it's a decent deal). I still got a couple breakouts here and there but overall, DDF has a great skin care line. For makeup removal, I like plain old Pond's Cold Cream. Nothing gets makeup off better, plus it's like 3 bux at Walgreens.
 

xStarryEyedX

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purity made simple by philosophy, I love it... you can also use it once a week or so before you shampoo your hair- it removes product buildup like whoa...
 

i_luv_mac

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I really rate Molton Brown Skinfresh facial wash. It removes all my makeup effortlessly however it doesnt leave your skin feeling stripped of its natural moisture. My skin is probably normal to combination.

I recommend you try it.
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user79

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Bebe Young Care foaming face wash...probably not available in N. America but may help for European people. I LOVE this stuff...so gentle but gets rid of all my makeup.
 

Almost black.

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I highly reccomend Shiseido Pureness line for combination/oily skin.
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These are the best products I've ever tried indeed. I use Shiseido Pureness foaming cleansing fluid that takes all my make-up off my face and leaves my skin really, really smooth and so clean that I couldn't believe anything could give me this clean effect.
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It's about 20$ and quite large - 150ml, and has a pump or whatever you call it.
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You need only small amount on your wet hands and it beacomes like foam that's enough for your entire face (also wet).
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Anyway, here's the picture of it:

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Cinci

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I agree on the Mac Green Gel Cleanser.. I have same problem you do, and it's my fave! It feels light and fresh, but gets rid of all the makeup.. And while it isn't a brand you mentioned, I also sometimes use the Biore Blemish Fighting Ice Cleanser, followed up by their triple action astringent.. I like that for when I have a day when i feel particularily oily....
 

Dizzy

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I use cold cream. Usually Ponds, but I've made my own before.

Everything else just breaks me out or doesn't get all of my makeup off. My skin has cleared up and my relatively minor acne scars have faded significantly since I stopped using a huge regiment of skin products. Plus, CC is affordable and easy to find. Those are huge requirements for me.
 

meaghanb2926

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Dermalogica!!!! The entire line is incredible. It is more expensive but is well worth it! I am willing to spend more on skincare because really, what's the point of spending all that money on makeup, if what's underneath isnt healthy? I have combo skin and use:
- Precleanse (amazing! You wouldnt think putting an oil on your face would be a good idea but only oil and truly take away an oil!)
-Special Cleansing Gel ($31)
-Multi Active Toner ($28)
-Skin Smoothing Cream ($52)
-Once or Twice a week I also use the Daily Microfoliant ($49)

They do have kits though (About $30) that you can get to try out all their different products. Pretty good sized too for trial versions... I like dermstore.com because if you dont like the product you can send it back to them and they refund you (most places wont do that once you've used the product).
 

candycane80

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I too have oily skin, I would not reccomend using a cleanser made for the treatment of acne because they are usually too drying which can cause skin to produce more oil and then more breakouts so I use a gentle exfoliating cleanser by Pond's- Fresh Start Daily Exfoliating Cleanser. Love this stuff makes skin feel so smooth after cleansing. I always put moisturizer on after using it just to make sure the exfoliating doesn't take too much moisture away. Great drugstore one to try!
 

laguayaca

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I am so glad I decided topost this thread as I am going to try the suggestions mentioned I have purchased one of the suggestions and will write review as soon as I can if it don't work I will continue down the list in search of my HG thanks to all for sharing! Keep the posts coming I'm sure there's many others seeking for their hg!
 

makeba

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i have fell in love with the Oil Cleansing Method. I use Coconut Oil to cleanse my skin (combo skin type) and Phylosphy foaming cleanser to make sure all the oil is rinsed off. I use Black Soap also which is the best in the world for oily/acne prone skin types.
 

Nadeshda

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I have combination skin that is not overly oily on the T-zone, neither is too dry, but I do have some blackheads. I use Avene Cleanance Soapless gel cleanser, it removes all makeup, even eye makeup really well, leaves my face squeaky clean. It can dry out your lids if you use it on your eyes everyday, though (speaking from experience).

For my eyes, I use a product that can also be used all over the face and is great, it's the Vichy Purete Thermale 3 in 1 makeup remover (cleanser, toner and eye makeup remover in one). It's really nice too.
 

widdershins

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I got a deluxe sample of Cosmedicine's Healthy Cleanse for Oily Skin in my last order and I really like it. I super want a bigger bottle, but they're $35! It took off all my makeup, including my waterproof mascara and it didn't burn or sting my eyes.

Why does all the stuff that works for me really $$$?
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mochabean

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I have very oily combination skin. I break out very easily and have large pores. So I've tried just about everything to clean my face when I have a full face of makeup.

Right now I'm liking the MAC Cleansing Oil. I'll use this first to melt my makeup off. Then afterwards, I'll follow with Kara Vita Balancing Cleanser or Paula's Choice Balancing Cleanser. This has helped to tame my oiliness and clean my face without stripping all the oils away and making my face too dry.
 

Ruby_Woo

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My skin is quite normal, so I am not too choosy. As long as it doesnt strip my skin I am cool with it. I was using Philosophy's Purity ( because I got a free bottle from my friend) but now I am using the MAC green gel cleanser. I like it fine, its lightweight and doesnt strip my face.
 

laguayaca

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Originally Posted by Ruby_Woo
My skin is quite normal, so I am not too choosy. As long as it doesnt strip my skin I am cool with it. I was using Philosophy's Purity ( because I got a free bottle from my friend) but now I am using the MAC green gel cleanser. I like it fine, its lightweight and doesnt strip my face.

Did you find Purity too strong? Did it strip your race?
 
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