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When it comes to cleansing, do most people think of grabbing a face wash? If I’m honest years ago that’s the first type of cleansing product that would come to my mind. But there are so many different types of cleansers out there to suit different budgets and skin types. As part of my current cleansing routine, I’ve been using The Body Shop’s Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil. I bought this when it was on a special offer through a rep last year (can’t remember the price).
Why did I purchase this?
I’ve used The Body Shop’s Camomile Cleansing Balm in the past and absolutely adored it! I wanted to try the oil version to see if I got the same results and enjoy it just as much as the balm. I’m not afraid of textures such as oils. I enjoy using them and hoped this would slot nicely into my skincare routine.
What is this supposed to do?
This cleansing oil is designed to gently remove make-up, grime and dirt from the skin. Suitable for sensitive skin.
Packaging
200ml of this cleansing oil lives happily in a plastic pump action bottle. I like how practical this is because you can’t overuse this oil unless by choice and with the bottle being clear I can see how much oil is left before I need to worry about replacing it!
Consistency
Liquid, oil like. Originally this was a golden colour when I started to use it but my current bottle looks a touch cloudy.
Fragrance
There is a very light and subtle white floral scent to this. Pleasant, non-offensive and not strong at all.
How do I use this
I use this once a day at night time as part of a 2 step cleansing routine. I don’t wear make-up but I do use sun cream everyday. So I start off with this and then finish off with a facial wash. This is to ensure sun cream AND dirt has been removed from my face every evening.
In Use
I find I don’t need to use too much of this cleansing oil, 2 pumps will do. Used over dry skin, this glides over the face easily and I really enjoy massaging this into my skin. I even take this over my eyes and under them, and I have’t experienced any stinging.
Very easy to wash off with warm water. And once I’ve done this I will pat my skin with a damp cloth ready for cleanser number two in my routine. At this stage my skin feels clean, soft and comfortable. But I do feel my skin prefers this with a facial wash because without it, I feel a slight coating is left behind on my face.
I wouldn’t use this in the morning because my skin doesn’t need it, and doesn’t need 2 types of cleansers.
Is this better than the Cleansing Balm?
I thought I would love this in the same way but I don’t! There’s something very special about the balm and although the oil is a nice cleanser it doesn’t quite give me the same experience as it’s balm sister.
Recommended?
This is a nice and effective cleansing oil. It cleans the skin well, doesn’t irritate or dry it out and is a pleasure to use. Great for those who wear make-up regularly or/and suffer from dry skin (this won’t strip it). This is a good product and if you like textures you should like this. So yes, recommended…BUT I think this has either been discontinued or reformulated. It’s not on the website, but Camomile Dissolve The Day Make-Up Cleansing Oil is. This is a similar product but not identical to what I have. Still worth a go, but what I do find with The Body Shop is prices sometimes aren’t very budget friendly. 160ml of Dissolve The Day is £12.00. This isn’t expensive but not cheap either. So if interested, keep an eye for special promotions, sales or discount codes to get the best price possible to purchase.