This is a great cleanser for my dry sensitive skin. I feel that some of the reviews here aren’t fair. A cleanser that is truly gentle will not easily remove all your makeup as a cleanser that removes all makeup in one wash will also strip away your skin’s moisture and protective barrier. This also doesn’t contain lavender, an irritating ingredient, as some reviews state. To get the most makeup removing capability out this and most lotion type cleansers, thoroughly massage onto a dry face before rinsing or wiping off. I prefer to rinse it off and then use toner on a cotton pad to remove any leftover makeup or dry my face and start the process over. My skin doesn’t feel dry or tight after washing which is exactly what I want. Beautypedia rates this very highly for people with sensitive skin. If your priority is to remove all makeup with one wash then this isn’t for you but I highly recommend for anyone looking for a gentle cleanser that will promote healthy skin.

Tried this after the recommendations on here. Ummmm YUCK!

Skin felt greasy, did not take my makeup off, either. Broke out in little whiteheads from it. I still use verite calming lotion and moisture relief cream though with no problems.

I have been using this cleanser for many years. All cleansers tend to irritate my sensitive skin. This one is the only one that is really mild and does a great job (I use makeup everyday). I don´t know what I would do if they discontinued it (like they did with the toner). Actually, I have to find a substitute for it now..
I recommend this to any skin type. Mine is very sensitive, with first signs of age, combination (very oily in T zone) and prone to break out if I use the wrong products...This stuff is the only one that works for me.
Update (31/01/2012): I have recently discovered another cleanser that beats even this one! it is Bioderma sensibio cleanser. I have been using it for 2 months without using any toner afterwards and results are so great that I can´t believe. I will leave an update in few months to make sure it is still working this way but so far..it is GREAT.

I like to read the other reviews before I write mine but these reviews are really all over the map! I shouldn't be surprised because people who have sensitive skin can be sensitive to all kinds of ingredients. All of that being said, my thoughts are positive. I don't understand the lavender comments because I don't think it contains it. I do agree that it is best used with something to wipe it off whether that is damp cotton pads - that's what I use - or a soft damp washcloth but NOT tissues. I also use a seperate eye make-up remover. And personally, I don't like a splash-off cleanser because they are usually quite strong. Finally, if you really do have truly sensitive skin, I think you have to limit the number of products you use and that includes make-up. And you have to be very aware of things like the detergent you use on your towels and sheets, wearing scarves, make-up brushes, and all of those things. Overall, I think it is a cleanser worth trying if you want or need a gentle cleanser. I think it does a much better job than Cetaphil or CeraVe (although I like CeraVe) and is more gentle than Aveeno, Olay or Neutrogena. And it is easier to find than the European bands. It does require four or five pumps for the whole face mostly because the texture is quite thin. If you want a fabulous Estee Lauder cleanser that is thick and removes all of your make-up with a dime-sized amount, try Re-Nutriv. But it is $40!

After many years of thinking that my acne prone skin could only be improved with harsh cleansers and toners~I was absolutely wrong! I had pretty much given up on using EL because everything is so highly fragranced and my skin would react poorly. I went back to the EL counter to get a refund on the Daywear Plus with SPF, which is way too fragranced for my sensitive skin. The sales lady applied a little bit of the Verite Soothing Lotion to an area below my jaw that was severly broken out. I went home thinking that this was another crock of junk. She also gave me a sample to try for ten days. I was amazed at how my jaw had improved the next morning.
After that experience, I thought that I would give the cleanser a try. I do wear EL Double Wear foundation to cover past breakouts, so I have to use the EL Take it Away makeup remover. I use the makeup remover first, the use the Verite to complete the cleansing process instead of a toner. My skin has never been so clear, so radiant, and there is a plumpness to my skin that I've never had before. I have since been using the complete line. Yes, it is expensive but I have been wasting so much money on products that never work and then throwing them in the trash. Initially it is a big shock in the price, but a little goes a long way.
For those who need an SPF, I use the Calming Fluid in the morning and the Cllinique City Bock 40 spf under my makeup. So far, so good. I am keeping my fingers crossed that this continues to work. Will keep you posted.

I love this. One of a few cleansers that I love for my dry and sensitive skin. I always buy from the Cosmetics Outlet store. So the price is good too.

Okay, it's only been 2 days, so this could easily change, but I thought since this was such an immediate improvement I should review. As much as I love my Avalon Organics Lavender Cleansing Milk, it really requires washing off with tap water (I tried wiping it off) and I've got confirmation that I'm not crazy in my suspicion of tap water (Thanks lubenica in London! Read her review of Sothys Cleanser). I went on the search for a gentle wipe off milk. I bought this and I'm amazed at the difference in my skin! I have ultra-sensitive, acne-prone, Rosacea/perioral dermatitis-prone skin, highly reactive (Aloe gel makes my skin red to the point that I could write my name with it on my skin). 5 pumps of this covers my dry face and neck, I mist with Evian drinking water in a spray bottle and moisten a cotton wool pad and remove - about 2 pads gets it all off. I apply Micromed 100% natural oil (I'm still evaluating this oil) and finish with a mist of Culpeper's Orange Flower Water & Boots Witch Hazel. It's working so far and I will update. EL has a policy of satisfaction guaranteed and if you keep your receipt YOU CAN BRING IT BACK! No reason to not try it! I've read some old reviews here indicating that there is fragrance. EL must have changed the formulation b/c there's no fragrance at all. The ingredients list is the same as kylesmom's below.If you live in the UK, stop using tap water and give this a shot!
UPDATE: took it back today. It started to make my skin burn. It's probably the glycerin or might be the many glycols. Using Sunflower Oil and very, very happy with that. continued >>

This is the only cleanser that does not upset my skin over time. I am on my 2nd bottle. My skin does not like the moisturizer that goes with this cleanser but loves the cleanser. I truly hope that they do not discontinue this one. If you have sensitive skin that reacts to cleansers over time then you really need to try this one.
UPDATE: I am still loving this product. I have been using this product for about 3 months and my skin has not reacted.
My skin did start reacting to my moisturizer. I tried the moisturizer again. I am now in love with the moisturizer as it too does not upset my skin.
Normally I have found that cleansers either strip my skin or make it too oily. This cleanser just keeps it normal while still cleaning. I usually find that most moisturizers are too much. The moisturizer that goes along with the cleanser is just the right amount. It is almost likes these products custom themselves to my skin. I am happy to say that after cleaning and moisturizing my face that I am not left with red cheeks that hurt and sting from use or product. My skin looks and feels "normal".

Like some Lauder product I have used, this cleasner was o.k. It didn't wow me, it didn't take off my makeup like I was told it would. I tried once, but still use a makeup remover prior to. I didn't notice any visable changes in my skin, and after two weeks of use, I'm bored with it. I also find that I have to use a lot of it to cover my face and neck area, at $56/CDN it's costly and not worth the money.

I m not crazy about this product,nothing special,not a must have.It's a fragrance-free make up remover for sensitive skin.Has very very light but moisturizing texture.For me didn't remove my make up perfectly,just wasn't effective enough.I can't say that helped my skin calm down neither.I give 3 lippies only because didn't hurt my skin

Verite is Estee Lauder's line for sensitive skin. This detergent-free, fragrance-free, rinse off lotion cleanser gently cleanses without irritating my dry and sensitive skin. It feels good on my skin and rinses off easily.
This cleanser is paraben-free and contains ceramide 3 and cholesterol, two state-of-the-art ingredients.
I've been using this cleanser for years without any problems.

A really gentle cleanser that doesn't make my skin red. Doesn't seem to remove makeup all that well though, so I use it mostly in the morning or on days when I haven't worn much make up. In general I really like it; it's helping my skin calm down.

Quite happy with this after 2 weeks of using exclusively ( I tend to switch from cleanser to cleanser, moisturizer to moisturizer, with less than good results). My skin has become extremely sensitive in the last 6 months because of past hormone treatments. Turns out the SA at the counter had experienced the same thing (I never told her anything about me-she was recommending the Verite line based on her skin nightmares). Despite the "faulty" top which slips into lock mode everytime I pump it, I love the scent and texture. My skin has started returning to normal - perhaps it is this cleanser and the Verite lotion I'm using???? Redness gone, no itchiness, no burning or stinging after cleansing (huge for me). Apparently when my skin barrier has returned to normal from using this (SA says) i could switch to something that would address my skin care concerns (fine lines). I ALMOST believe her. But I'm impressed with the way this has SAVED my skin (worth any price in my opinion). Will happily repurchase.
UPDATE - I've never switched over to another EL line - too fragranced but I continue to return to this cleanser when I stray...I'm hoping to always have it in my arsenal of skin care products as long as I can afford it.
UPDATE - 1 year later and this is still a good cleanser. However, I love Clinique's extra mild liquid cleanser too and it has a better pump that does not jam up and it is much cheaper. Will go with the Clinique, unless there is a GWP I really want.

I really like this cleanser, its been my HQ for the past 5 months now. It seems to calm my sensitive/breakout-prone skin. Another good option is the milky cleanser by Korres. But I am addicted to Verite cleanser and toner...

I just purchased my 4th bottle of this yesterday. This really is my HG b/c it's what I always go back to when my skin is all out of whack. It doesn't foam at all but does not leave a film, either. It does a good job of removing my makeup if I massage lightly for about a minute. This is one of the only cleansers that I don't turn red with when washing, aside from Cerave. Has a nice faint, minty smell to it but isn't perfumey. I will use this as long as they make it. Highly recommended. (I am DSNT with rosacea, for reference) Water (Aqua Purificata)Ingredients: Purified; Caprylic/Capric; Triglyceride; Glycerin; Butylene Glycol; Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit; Oil; Pentylene Glycol; Phenyl Trimethicone; Sucrose Stearate; Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract; Cholesterol; Chamomilla; Recutita (Matricaria); Ceramide 3; Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile); Tromethamine; Ppg-20 Methyl Glucose Ether; Isostearic Acid; Carbomer; Sodium Citrate

Earlier this year during the beginning of summer, we had cool and rainy weather; then a sudden blast of blazing heat. My skin was upset by this sudden climate change, and along with my first year of menopause, reacted by developing a bit of acne aggravated with dry skin patches on my lower cheek from the earlobe to my chin on the right side. On top of this, my skin felt dehydrated, dry, and itchy! It seemed nothing I used on it could maintain the lipid layer, soothe, or hydrate it. In fact, anything I tried seemed to make it worse. A sales lady at the Estee Lauder counter suggested I try Verite cream and made me up a small sample, much like the ones that are given out for foundation trials. I washed my face with warm water and bland soap, then gently patted dry. I applied the cream and immediately felt a bit of a sting; but after a few seconds the redness started to fade and next morning my skin was plump and on the way to healing. Gone were the itchy symptoms and the redness; instead I had smooth, hydrated, and glowing skin, with the acne healing and at least comfortable. After this experience I learned that they made Verite Cleanser, and tried it about a month later. Never has my skin looked so good in years. I feel I've a complete programme and my skin is wonderful like it used to be: I had never had complexion problems and indeed, was always admired for having English rose type skin. I am going to stick with this skin care regimen until something changes and I need to reevaluate again. This is a wonderful line within the Estee Lauder products, and I am very happy with it so far.
Unlike some other people's experiences, Verite Cleanser took my make up off beautifully; although I admit I do not wear a lot; of course I use a separate eye makeup remover. I basically wear a sheer to medium cover foundation and not a great deal of it. But I am pleased to say that now I am back to being an English rose again!

I've been having bad skin days lately and now its very sensitive skin.
Cetaphil did absolutely nothing for me so I turned to this and it was marginally better but would not repurchase. I don't use a lot of makeup but I always need to use a foaming wash away cleanser after tissuing this off.

I have sensitive skin, so decided to try this and the matching toner - actually I think I was swayed by the free gift, but still - this product is neither here nor there. It is good for sensitive skin, but its rubbish at taking make up off, and it doesnt nourish or anything. In short, I could've bought a cheapo one from Neutrogena (who does a nice range for allergy prone skin) and it wouldn't have made much difference.

Ah, I wanted this to work so badly. My sensitive skin has been misbehaving on me lately and no product had seemed to help. Unfortunately, this contains lavendar, which is a no-no for my skin. This irritated me and turned my face bright red. I am trying Aveeno moisturizing bar now, and the simple cleanser seems to be working better than the expensive ones I've tried. I'll review the Aveeno bar when I have used it long enough to know how it works.

I have extremely sensitive skin..I used this avidly until I found MUA then I discovered everyother brand in the world..Big mistake.Since I stopped using it I've been plagued with skin problems(redness,thinning skin,enlarged pores,dehydrated,flakey patches,constant break out etc)I spent more then my share of money going to the dermotologist to find out WHY my skin was a mess.I've been diagnosed with various skin problems from rosacea to sebhorric dermatitis..I finally came back to Verite and my skin has already improved drastically in one weeks time..It's plumped&hydrated..All the flakes are gone,redness has diminished.I'd been abusing my skin for all those years and didn't realize it..This cleanser is very mild..Contains no harsh detergents or alcohols.
**UPDATE 4/18/05***
Didn't realize this contained a form of silicone and now I'm suffering the effects as I'm extremely sensitive to it..Have discontinued use..Will never buy this again:( continued >>