Cleansers
![Cheat Sheet - How much product should you use?](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/beauty-products-and-the-size-you-really-need_2a8262f0-7ca9-49f9-bef5-69fdd8663e4c.jpg?v=1715845251&width=533)
Cheat Sheet - How much product should you use?
So yesterday I was quietly minding my own business on Twitter when Stylist tweeted out the picture below, linked to a post, saying 'Thank God, now we know how much...
05/04/2015
![Tracie Martyn Amla Purifying Cleanser](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_6822.jpg?v=1715845437&width=533)
Tracie Martyn Amla Purifying Cleanser
What is it? 'An anti-ageing Cleansing Concentrate'. Who is it for? All skin types. What’s in it? Well this is the fun part. I checked every retailer that...
03/04/2015
![Clinique Liquid Facial Soap (extra mild!)](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/DSC_0756_5c0fcdd5-b413-4fbb-8e07-81e2ca7b3b0f.jpg?v=1715845252&width=533)
Clinique Liquid Facial Soap (extra mild!)
What is it? 'All the benefits of Clinique’s famous dermatologist-developed facial soap in a new liquid formula. Cleanses without stripping protective lipids.' Who is it for? Ok it says 'very...
28/03/2015
![Alpha-H Liquid Laser Cleansing Oil](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_0667.jpg?v=1715845434&width=533)
Alpha-H Liquid Laser Cleansing Oil
What is it? 'Liquid Laser Cleansing Oil has been painstakingly developed to hydrate, soften and restore radiance to dulled or lacklustre complexions. Rebuilding and hydrating.Addresses the concerns of a changing...
23/03/2015
![Article image](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/t/80/assets/article-default-image.jpg?v=23659543210088390711715771661)
Cheat Sheet - Why I don't like 'battery operated cleansing brushes'
Well if ever there was a gentle way of saying the word that you're all saying in your head now, that was my attempt. Assuming we all know the type...
23/03/2015
![Zelens Z Pure Cleansing Liquid Balm](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_0663.jpg?v=1715845894&width=533)
Zelens Z Pure Cleansing Liquid Balm
What is it? 'A Shiso-infused cleansing liquid balm formulated to thoroughly cleanse the skin and help remove impurities and make-up.' Who is it for? All skin types. What’s in it?...
20/03/2015
![Tata Harper Purifying Cleanser](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_0572-1.jpg?v=1715845442&width=533)
Tata Harper Purifying Cleanser
It would be easy to say that I couldn't love this cleanser any more if it sang for Duran Duran or the Chili Peppers but let's play fair and give...
04/03/2015
![Cheat Sheet - Double Cleansing](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_1602_3ef22c6c-bf44-498b-9a5a-6fb022eddff4.png?v=1715845254&width=533)
Cheat Sheet - Double Cleansing
Over the last few months I have been asked a lot about double cleansing. I think it peaked this month because I am quoted in the March edition of American...
01/03/2015
![Physiological Cleansing Gel, eagle-eyed readers and some good news from Champneys](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/P910_big.png?v=1715845897&width=533)
Physiological Cleansing Gel, eagle-eyed readers and some good news from Champneys
So a couple of days ago I posted this picture... which had a few commenters excited: Anonymous18 February 2015 at 22:40 Doesn't the La Roche Posay Physiological Cleansing Gel have...
19/02/2015
![Budget Week - Day 1 - and an extension...](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_1612-3.jpg?v=1715845447&width=533)
Budget Week - Day 1 - and an extension...
So here's the thing. I fully understand that the word 'budget' is different for everyone. I do. What's budget to some, may be unattainable to others. What's 'affordable' to XX...
17/02/2015
![Antipodes Grapeseed Butter Cleanser](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/2015-02-02_2017_00_53.jpg?v=1715845448&width=533)
Antipodes Grapeseed Butter Cleanser
What is it? 'A luscious butter cleanser to leave your complexion feeling divinely fresh and deeply cleansed.' What's in it? Prunus Dulcis (Sweet Almond Oil)*, Butyrospermum Parkii *(Shea Butter), Beeswax*,...
13/02/2015
![L'Occitane Shea Cleansing Oil](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/2015-02-02_2016_55_23.jpg?v=1715845450&width=533)
L'Occitane Shea Cleansing Oil
What is it? 'With its silky texture, it efficiently removes impurities and make-up (including waterproof) in a single step.' An emulsifying cleansing oil. What's in it? Possibly acne/allergy/troubling for some...
07/02/2015
![herbfarmacy Mallow Beauty Balm](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/2015-02-02_2017_02_01.jpg?v=1715845450&width=533)
herbfarmacy Mallow Beauty Balm
I've been asked a lot about rosacea this week. The weather is clearly taking its toll. A lot of questions centered around red cheeks and broken capillaries. We can't control...
05/02/2015
![Mizon Egg White Bubble Cleanser](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/2015-02-02_2016_59_58.jpg?v=1715845451&width=533)
Mizon Egg White Bubble Cleanser
What is it? 'The ultimate purifying and rebalancing daily face wash for all skin types.' What's in it? Water, Methylglucamine, Butylene Glycol, Lauric Acid, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Pvp, Olive Oil Peg-7...
03/02/2015
![The Month in Skincare - January](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_0912.jpg?v=1715845453&width=533)
The Month in Skincare - January
I can't believe January is at an end already! Those of you that aren't on Instagram will be unaware that I've been keeping a daily record of the products I'm...
31/01/2015
![First Aid Beauty Milk Oil Conditioning Cleanser](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/First_20Aid_20Beauty_20Milk_20Oil_20Conditioning_20Cleanser_203_20Best_20new_20gentle_20cleansers_20for_20delicate_20skin.png?v=1715845454&width=533)
First Aid Beauty Milk Oil Conditioning Cleanser
What is it? 'A complete facial cleanser that removes makeup and impurities as it nourishes and conditions skin, lashes, and brows.' Ergo: a milky/emulsifying cleanser for everything. What's in it?...
27/01/2015
![The Body Shop Nutriganics Softening Cleansing Gel](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_1133.jpg?v=1715845457&width=533)
The Body Shop Nutriganics Softening Cleansing Gel
How I missed this sitting on the shelf of The Body Shop until recently I do not know. It's right up my alley. What is it? 'Smoothing, refreshing gel-to-oil cleanser'...
17/01/2015
![Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser - and a rant](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/gra0030-hydra_restore_cream-cleanser-100_w2_144_86a71550-c8b8-4054-8cff-afdb9055c26e.jpg?v=1715845260&width=533)
Grown Alchemist Hydra-Restore Cream Cleanser - and a rant
Followers of my Instagram will have seen the below picture last week showing my face immediately after cleansing with the above product. I had high hopes for Grown Alchemist -...
04/01/2015
![Clarins Extra-Comfort Cleansing Cream VS Clarins Extra-Comfort Anti-Pollution Cleansing Cream](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/2014-10-13_2017_55_51.jpg?v=1715845467&width=533)
Clarins Extra-Comfort Cleansing Cream VS Clarins Extra-Comfort Anti-Pollution Cleansing Cream
Just over a year ago I wrote this post about the genius idea that Clarins had to discontinue my beloved Extra-Comfort Cleansing Cream and replace it with update it with...
19/11/2014
![White Rabbit Comfort Cleansing Balm](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_9929.jpg?v=1715845913&width=533)
White Rabbit Comfort Cleansing Balm
The best selling high-end cleanser in the UK is Eve Lom - the 200ml size outsells everything else in it's category and it is £84.00. I know. I've always said...
19/10/2014
![MV Organics Gentle Cream Cleanser and Rose Smoothing and Protecting Moisturiser - review by London Makeup Girl](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_9871_49bf5fe1-7afc-433b-b2b5-b9bada91f1c1.jpg?v=1715845261&width=533)
MV Organics Gentle Cream Cleanser and Rose Smoothing and Protecting Moisturiser - review by London Makeup Girl
Long-time blog readers will remember the lovely Lydia from London Makeup Girl. Blogging as Grace London until last year, LMG was one of the first blogs that I read and...
13/10/2014
![Article image](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/t/80/assets/article-default-image.jpg?v=23659543210088390711715771661)
Exfoliating Cleansers and another (slightly ranty) video
Following on from yesterday's skin cleansers video, these products are better suited if you just want a little more 'oomph' from your daily cleansing routine. Equally good if you can't...
09/09/2014
![Article image](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/t/80/assets/article-default-image.jpg?v=23659543210088390711715771661)
Skin Cleansers - and a video!
Finally! *insert Arnie voice* I’m baaaaaack. 🙂 Erm yes so I’ve been a little absent on the YouTube front. Soz. Work is really busy, kids were on summer holidays, you...
08/09/2014
![JustBe Cleansed Cleansing Balm](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/DSC_0143.jpg?v=1715845476&width=533)
JustBe Cleansed Cleansing Balm
This review is shamefully overdue inasmuch as I have had the cleanser for a while and for some stoopid reason hadn't picked it up. Remedied! JustBe is a brand...
06/08/2014
![Official Statement from Clinique](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_5394_0df62852-a4ea-457e-89d4-96717922ea5d.jpg?v=1715845511&width=533)
Official Statement from Clinique
I've received a lot of comments lately stating that this balm, beloved by so many of us, is being discontinued. I asked Clinique for a statement - and received this...
16/04/2014
![Merumaya Melting Cleansing Balm](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_1417.jpg?v=1715845526&width=533)
Merumaya Melting Cleansing Balm
This review is so overdue that it's borderline embarrassing. Merumaya launched just over a year ago and is the brainchild of Maleka Dattu, a force in the industry and a...
09/01/2014
![rms beauty Raw Coconut Cream](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/CC_1127.jpg?v=1715845899&width=533)
rms beauty Raw Coconut Cream
I suspect it would be easier to get a great picture of Elvis Presley (alive) than of this product. White tub, white product, so much white. So allow me to...
07/01/2014
![Empties. Georgia Louise Cleanse & Heal Balm](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_6674.jpg?v=1715845528&width=533)
Empties. Georgia Louise Cleanse & Heal Balm
Upon grabbing this to use as a mask in the bath last night, I found empty no.2 of 2014. Nicely, I had just enough to use it one last time....
03/01/2014
![Clarins Extra-Comfort Cleansing Cream - discontinued](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/clarins-extra-comfort-cleansing-p_34213481vb.jpg?v=1715845541&width=533)
Clarins Extra-Comfort Cleansing Cream - discontinued
Friends. Following on from last week's rant about Darphin Purifying Balm being chucked on the bonfire, news reaches me that one of my all-time favourite 'go-to' cleansers is no longer....
05/11/2013
![Jane Scrivner Nourishing Cleanser - Hall of Fame](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/Angled_20NOURISHING_20CLEANSER_20and_20box.jpg?v=1715845290&width=533)
Jane Scrivner Nourishing Cleanser - Hall of Fame
A couple of weeks ago I spoke on a panel at Professional Beauty Manchester about changing trends in the industry. Jane Scrivner was on the panel with me and when...
28/10/2013
![Beauty Myths No.3 - Cleansing in the AM](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_4967-2.jpg?v=1715845901&width=533)
Beauty Myths No.3 - Cleansing in the AM
'Do I really need to cleanse my face in the morning?' I've been asked this a lot recently - a lot. On the blog, on twitter, on Instagram. In all...
25/10/2013
![Glycolic Facial Cleanser - Anthony Logistics for Men (AND WOMEN)](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/s456327-main-Lhero_5cd01db1-7143-4832-80a3-f2ccf0c54b60.jpg?v=1715845267&width=533)
Glycolic Facial Cleanser - Anthony Logistics for Men (AND WOMEN)
I'm a great believer that there are very few products made for men that women can't use also (Tena pads aside, the truth can also be found in the reverse)....
10/10/2013
![BALMOLOGY CLEANSE Neroli and Sweet Basil Cleansing Balm](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/balm_202.jpg?v=1715845902&width=533)
BALMOLOGY CLEANSE Neroli and Sweet Basil Cleansing Balm
I've had varying questions/reactions to previous balm reviews - a lot of concerns re fragrance - synthetic/too much/not enough - and texture - too runny/not thick enough/not a real 'balm'....
17/09/2013
![The Body Shop up their game. Camomile Cleansing Butter and Oil.](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/iphone_20august_202013_202_20079.jpg?v=1715845904&width=533)
The Body Shop up their game. Camomile Cleansing Butter and Oil.
Last weekend I had my usual pre-September clear out and re-organised pretty much everything - including products for testing - which due to the school holidays had taken a back...
05/09/2013
![Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm - review and Hall of Fame entry](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_5394-2.jpg?v=1715845268&width=533)
Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm - review and Hall of Fame entry
OK so the downside of constantly recommending (unintentionally) brands that are only available in limited distribution is a lot of unhappy readers contacting me from the US (mostly) to say...
18/07/2013
![balance Me Cleanse and Smooth Face Balm (and Radiance Face Oil - secret spot weapon)](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/DSC_0152-1.jpg?v=1715845905&width=533)
balance Me Cleanse and Smooth Face Balm (and Radiance Face Oil - secret spot weapon)
balance Me (their spelling) are an old favourite - if you like 'natural' products that really are 'natural' - this brand is for you. What is it? The Cleanse and...
16/07/2013
![Aromatherapy Associates Soothing Cleansing Balm](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/DSC_0152-2.jpg?v=1715845907&width=533)
Aromatherapy Associates Soothing Cleansing Balm
Apologies for the lack of posts. My NY business trip ended in food poisoning which made the jet lag worse which meant I was asleep forever when I returned -...
15/07/2013
![Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm - a rant and a review. - RE-REVIEWED 16.07.13](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/Pro-Collagen_20Cleansing_20Balm_20_1-2MB.jpg?v=1715845270&width=533)
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm - a rant and a review. - RE-REVIEWED 16.07.13
Let me say this about this cleanser. It comes with a flannel. Yes. A flannel (washcloth for my confused US readers). Amen, praise the maker – praise whomever you choose...
08/05/2013
![Georgia Louise launching in SpaceNK](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/Georgia_20louise.jpg?v=1715845554&width=533)
Georgia Louise launching in SpaceNK
Launching this June in SpaceNK is the Georgia Louise skincare range. Initially opening with 4 products - Georgia Louise is a British -born facialist now based in New York and...
23/04/2013
![Aveda skincare - it's not all about the hair you know!](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/exfoliant_20500ml.jpg?v=1715845913&width=533)
Aveda skincare - it's not all about the hair you know!
My recent stint in Liberty reminded me of how much I used to love Aveda skincare and what a gem it is.. The counter is opposite the Queen Mary room...
17/04/2013
![A nice combination. Una Brennan Rose Hydrate Oil and Aurelia Miracle Cleanser](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_4724.jpg?v=1715845914&width=533)
A nice combination. Una Brennan Rose Hydrate Oil and Aurelia Miracle Cleanser
So I'm using the Una Brennan Superfacialist Rose Hydrate Miracle Makeover Facial Oil (!!) pretty much every evening. What's not clear with her two oils, despite the inordinately overlong name,...
08/04/2013
![elemental herbology Purify & Soothe Facial Cleansing Balm - Review](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_4652.jpg?v=1715845915&width=533)
elemental herbology Purify & Soothe Facial Cleansing Balm - Review
Continuing recent cleanser reviews - I've been using this off and on in recent weeks. The jury is out to be honest. It's a perfectly lovely balm, very thick and...
27/03/2013
![Aurelia Miracle Cleanser - Review](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/Aurelia_20Probiotic_20Skincare_20Miracle_20Cleanser_20_option_202.jpg?v=1715845273&width=533)
Aurelia Miracle Cleanser - Review
I recently posted about Aurelia's launch and the great promise it seemed to hold for those of us that like clear labeling and conscientious ethics. Well so far, by and...
26/03/2013
![Alpha-H Age Delay Cleansing Oil](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/Age_20Delay_20Cleansing_20Oil.jpg?v=1715845556&width=533)
Alpha-H Age Delay Cleansing Oil
It was only when uploading this photograph that I actually READ the small print. 'For mature, dehydrated and delicate skin.' How rude. OK fine I KNOW I'm mature and...
23/03/2013
![Clarins Extra-Comfort Cleansing Cream](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/Extra_20Comfort_20Cleansing_20Cream.jpg?v=1715845916&width=533)
Clarins Extra-Comfort Cleansing Cream
As promised I'm trying to review as many of my favourite (and not-so-favourite) cleansers pretty much consecutively. First up is Clarins Extra-Comfort. I've probably been using this on and off...
22/03/2013
![Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/thermal_cleansing_balm_web.png?v=1715845921&width=533)
Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm
Omorovicza is based on the mineral-rich healing waters found in Budapest’s thermal spas. I’m obsessed with all things mineral and love a range based on proven historical benefits as opposed...
30/07/2012
![OSKIA Perfect Cleanser](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/OSKIA_20Perfect_20Cleanser_20_2.jpg?v=1715845585&width=533)
OSKIA Perfect Cleanser
I blogged recently about the amazing facial I had with Abigail James at the OSKIA Spa. It and she were amazing. Part of the joy was the quality of the...
07/07/2012
![Spirit of Beauty Orchid and Mandarin Facial Cleansing Gel - Review](http://skinrocks.com/cdn/shop/articles/spirit_20of_20beauty_20clare_20harvey_20orchid_20and_20mandarin_20facial_20cleansing_20oil.jpg?v=1715845588&width=533)
Spirit of Beauty Orchid and Mandarin Facial Cleansing Gel - Review
I first came across this brand at an ‘Intro to NutriBeauty’ event.Clare Harvey, the woman behind the range is an internationally recognized expert in flower essences and a healer with...
18/06/2012