Recently I reviewed the cult beauty product
Bioderma Crealine H2O and today I thought I would talk about another micellar water cleansing solution. This one is by french brand Caudalie.
Caudalie's products are made using grape seed. Grapes are very good for hydrating the body (and making wine ;) ). More importantly Caudalie have banned parabens, artificial colours and mineral oils, and are against animal testing.
Eau Demaquillante is slim and tall, fitting in my cupboard perfectly. The bottle is sturdy with a screw top (slightly better for traveling that Bioderma's flip top, which has potential for disaster- or being mistaken for a bottle of Evian!). As you would expect, the liquid is clear and water like in consistancy, but as with Bioderma DO NOT DRINK!!
Unlike Bioderma this has an aroma, unsurprisingly of fresh leaves and ..urm..grapes. It's not an over-powering smell, just a feint clean, fruity smell.
I apply this product to some cotton wool pads a sweep over the face and neck. This is the second product I have been able to remove all eye makeup with. I am very impressed.
It doesnt leave any residue, but does leave skin feeling refreshed and clean- sometimes a little tighter and brighter? It is not an exact dupe to Bioderma Crealine as it contains a few more products, however I find it quite gentle on my skin and have had no reactions.
PLUS POINTS- this product is easier to purchase that Bioderma, due to some of the larger retailers picking it up.
MINUS POINTS: Bottle isn't as big as Bioderma. 200ml for £14.50 where as Bioderma is 500ml for around £10-£15
I purchased this from
Boots for £14.50 and at the moment all
Caudalie products are on a 3 for 2 deal. This means you can save money and points at the same time. Plus did you know you can order online at Boots and have it sent to your local store for free if you spend over £20 (they text you when it arrives- it's a great service which I have used on several occasions). Alternatively delivery starts from £2.95 which is less that it would cost me for a bus ticket.
I have also picked up some
Caudalie products from
Zuneta and this week they are giving away a 30ml Caudalie body lotion with every Caudalie purchase. I love a good offer, and free delivery makes things even more appealing!
I have some more Caudalie reviews coming up. A friend went to France recently and picked me up some lovely gifts.
Other News:
E.L.F. have 20% off with the code PUMPKIN till 09:30 on 31/11/11 (Spend £10)
BeautyBay still have their 10% off and free delivery as in my post from
yesterday
French Connection have 20% off with the code STYLIST20
My illness turned out to be a virus, so I'm feeling rough and under doctor's orders to rest. I've had to cancel all plans and ride it out. I am rubbish at 'resting'! Anyone have any 'pick me up' tips??!
Do you use cleansing waters? Have you tried Caudalie? How you you remove your makeup?