As I'm sat here in an extremely tingling face mask, I am becoming more aware that I'm slowly changing from the rather lazy skin care girl that I have always been, to the girl that can't really get enough of it. With that in mind, Shu Uemura's Whitefficient Gentle Cleansing Oil became apart of my life just at the right time.
I received this a couple of weeks ago at the Shu Uemura event, and though Oil Cleansers are something I wouldn't necessary usually go for, and have in fact decided against in the past- I am finding myself to absolutely love this.
Since ditching the face wipes as my every day make up remover/facial cleanser for Liz Earles Cleanse and Polish, I've tried the occasional sample cleansers and have found nothing to even come close.
Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish is the cleanser I will always recommend, as an all rounder is it absolutely perfect.
Although terribly excited, I'm also a little sad that my routine has actually begun to change slightly, and now once a day- mostly in the mornings I head to this product instead.
I have only been using this a short while, only a little over a week in fact, but I really have been loving using it and so thought I would give you a little (big) update whilst I have some time on my hands, before going back to work!
I have only been using this a short while, only a little over a week in fact, but I really have been loving using it and so thought I would give you a little (big) update whilst I have some time on my hands, before going back to work!
Shu Uemura Whiteffcient Clear Brightening Gentle Cleansing Oil isn't a new product on the market, though this is a limited edition version of the product, as a part of the brands collaboration with Japanese Kimono artist, Mamechiyo.
It is one of the four cleansing oils that Shu Uemura have in the range, all offering to combat different skin conditions and concerns- clarifying, brightening, balancing and aging.
Packaged in the most beautiful 450ml bottles, this product is so nice to work with and has incredible results.
This product is essentially an oil, and I was extremely apprehensive about using it but after hearing such amazing things I couldn't not. Putting an oil on my face kind of scares me, and before, I could only assume that it would sit in my skin, clog up my pores and really, just make it a mess. Thankfully, my assumptions could not be further from the truth. Phew!
You apply it the skin and use it as you would any other facial cleanser; a few pumps depending on how much you need to remove or clean and rub it into your face which is a smooth delight experience. Once it's all rubbed in is where it begins to differ and where the magic happens- you then wet your face and the oil emulsifies, turning the oil into more of a cleansing milk. It literally transforms instantly and is pretty special. Normally, water and oil would work against each other but in this case, it is just beautiful.
After your done rubbing this into your skin, simply rinse it off and your face is a clean, incredibly soft dream. When it comes to rinsing this off, I often use a clean muslin cloth- I don't know what I did before these. This isn't necessary, but I think it just adds a little touch.
Although I haven't been wearing as much face make up as of recently, I still am quite heavy in the eye area with my brows and mascara and this oil really removes it all so well.
"Achieve fascinating beauty with the determined mind of the plum blossom, this limited-editon brightening cleansing oil swiftly cleans skin and removes impurities and make-up. Skin appears less dull, smoother, brighter and more clarified"
This is a quote from Shu Uemura and although quotes are often quite far fetched, this is spot on. If I use this in the morning, I really do feel like my skin is so much brighter and I have actually felt a lot more confident to go make up-less day to day this past week. My face feels more alive and most importantly, really clean.
I love everything about this product, the bottle, the delicious smell, the softness, the ease of use- everything, except for one downfall, the price. For this size product (450ml), it is a little more on the pricey side, costing £56.50. You probably "eek'ed" a little like a few of us did when we found out. A justification of this, is that it will last you a long time. However, looking at the bottle, the "lifespan" of this product (the little bottle/lid symbol and number on the back symbolises how long after it has been opened, it should be used for- like a best buy date!) is just six months, which is quite a lot less than other cleansers I have tried. If you won't be using this a lot, I think it is quite a lot to spend.
The smaller bottle of this, costs £28 but unfortunately aren't available in this limited edition Mamechiyo style. I think if you decide you want to try it, or want to treat yourself then you definitely should, but maybe the smaller bottle would be best to try first.
Shu Uemura is available online here as well as stores such as Space NK, Liberty, Selfridges and Harvey Nichols.
Have you tried any skin care from Shu Uemura or even a cleansing oil? I'd really love to hear your experiences.
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