Estee Lauder • Take It Away total make up remover • Skincare - Face

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azndolleyes on 4/26/2005 8:47:00 AM more reviews by azndolleyes

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I liked it too!!but I am using a Japanese famous brand for removing my make-up instead of it,after it is over,I guess I will buy it again!

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sunshines113 on 1/1/2005 7:41:00 PM more reviews by sunshines113

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal   Hair: Red   Eyes: Blue    

I was amazed at how well this seemed to clean my face at the E.L. counter and I bought a bottle eagerly. However, it feels incredibly greasy when I massage it into my face and leaves an awful unclean feeling film on my face. I tried even using it as just an eye-makeup remover but it took a lot of work to get all mascara, sparkles, etc off. I have normal/combo skin so maybe it would be great for dry skin types. Now I just use it to clean out some of my makeup brushes (works great for that! HA) but not worth the price to me.

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*TOP REVIEWER* alethea on 10/25/2004 6:26:00 AM more reviews by alethea

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

Ok, I find this product a little tricky, but overall its better than Lancome's makeup remover which was way too oily. When I first smelt it it was great, but now it smells like Baygone to me. I hope it smells better soon. As for really removing makeup... I find that it doesn't really remove the tiny sparkles from my eyeshadow, I needed a cleanser to do that well.

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*TOP REVIEWER* sherryba on 9/20/2004 10:17:00 PM more reviews by sherryba

Age: 36-43   Skin: Oily   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

I LOVE this makeup remover!! I was talked into buying this at the EL counter and was afraid it was pushed because the girl wanted to make a sale...but, it is fabulous and I now can't imagine NOT using it! It takes off ALL my makeup (including waterproof mascara) with ease. Here is how I use it: I pump a very small amount out and massage into my face, THEN, I take a dove premoistened cleansing towelette and wipe it off-and of course, off comes the makeup! It is perfect for a lazy gal-ha. I was a little put off at first sight because of the price, but I use so little that it lasts forever. I've had my bottle for 5 months now and it is more than half full. True, I use the dove wipe and that does help remove more of the makeup, therefore the EL remover lasts longer but I still think it is economical. I can't even count the number of makeup removers/cleansers I have used and this one is the BEST! I will continue to use this!! I must say, I am definitely becoming more impressed with Estee Lauder products in general.

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dslloyd on 9/18/2004 11:46:00 AM more reviews by dslloyd

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal, Dark, Warm   Hair: Brown, Relaxed, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

I will be purchasing bottle number 2 soon! I like to double clean as another reviewer mentioned ..I use this removal like cold cream, except for the eye (stings) Take it Away lasts a good 4 months so the price is worth it! Recommend!

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baragon11 on 7/14/2004 2:58:00 PM more reviews by baragon11

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Green    

I never re-buy anything since I'm such a new product addict, but this broke my cycle. I LOVE it! It takes off even the darkest, most stubborn color with ease and leaves my skin feeling lovely. "Take It Away" is a staple for me.

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xtcin88 on 4/28/2004 3:34:00 AM more reviews by xtcin88

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I purchased this because I loved the cream/gel consistency. It was nice and cooling on my eyes, and even moisturized them a little. This would be perfect for someone with more dry skin, more mature/delicate skin, or someone who wears heavy, long-wearing makeup as it removes all types of makeup from the entire face. I tend to prefer a liquid because it's just quicker. Nevertheless, this feels great going on (I never even washed it off!) and the bottle does not leak, which is always very important.

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*TOP REVIEWER* gamine on 4/18/2004 4:19:00 PM more reviews by gamine

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

Creamy gel texture, not harsh but leaves my skin dry afterwards. Feels oily and leaves a bit of a greasy residue but hasn't broken me out - allergy or blemish wise. Sometimes it stings my eyes but it easily takes off all my makeup without any hard scrubbing. Has a floral cucumber scent.

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tuktoyaktuk on 4/8/2004 10:56:00 AM more reviews by tuktoyaktuk

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

This cleans away my makeup and foundation very well. I use it to clean my eyes too, and although I used to get it into my eyes so it stung, I've now mastered the art of removing eye makeup with this remover. I put it on a cotton pad, and apply it on my eyelid as far from my lashes, as I can go. Then clean inwards. No more tears! And it cleans a treat.

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funkykitty on 3/6/2004 12:43:00 AM more reviews by funkykitty

Age: Unknown   Skin: Other   Hair: Silver   Eyes: Violet    

I really like this product. Yes it is very similar to Ponds Cold cream however its is not greasy. I like to double cleanse. Meaning clean my face before I use a cleanser. This is perfect for that.

I use it to remove my foundation before I use a cleanser and it gets most of the foundation and other makeup off great without a greasy residue unlike the cheap Ponds Cold Cream, which also works but I found too greasy.

The reason I am giving it 4 lipsticks is the face I dont like to use it on my eye area. I still use Lancomes BiFacil for my eye area, its my HG. Yes Ponds is 4.00 and this is 21.00 but its easier to use, pump form, no residue, my skin feels clean and over all I like it better. I was using Pola's Double Cleanse sytem which I like but found to be expensive but since I switched cleansers to Glycolic this is nice to prepare my face for cleansing. Will buy again.

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*TOP REVIEWER* UrrUrr on 2/24/2004 12:45:00 PM more reviews by UrrUrr

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Black, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

This is not a bad product but please don't use it on your eyes cos it will sting. Anyway, I don't think it was meant to remove eye make up - it doesn't remove my waterproof mascara well in any case! Use a good eye/lip makeup remover for your eyes and this should serve you fine. It leaves my skin softer and smells nice, & does a decent job so I'm giving it a 4.

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laurajane on 2/18/2004 11:53:00 PM more reviews by laurajane

Age: 19-24   Skin: Sensitive, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Blue    

I was advised to use this product as a dual makeup remover and cleanser. Although I found it to be gentle, leaving my dry/combo skin feeling soft, it actually didn't do a very good job at removing my makeup which I wear very little of to start with. To feel completely clean I had to cleanse twice. Who has the time?

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pcgirl on 1/25/2004 7:04:00 AM more reviews by pcgirl

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

This product did not work well for me at all. The product says that it will leave "skin feeling soft and smooth with no greasy afterfeel or oil residue." That is totally NOT true! It in fact left my face feeling greasy and oily even after rinsing it off with water! I applied it to my skin dry, massaged it in well, and then rinsed off with water exacly like the instructions implies. I ended up with a face that felt like I just smothered a vat of oil all over it. I used my facial cleanser afterward to get that yucky feeling off my face. Oh, and the smell isn't pleasant at all - Chemically citrus. Currently, I'm using Shiseido Makeup Remover Wipes and it does the job better. I'm still looking for something for something even more satisfying, though. I feel like I wasted my money with this product since it was a hefty $21.00 USD for a 6.7 oz. pump. The pump they have for this product doesn't work so well as it is difficult to get the product out from the fancy nozzle. Not worth buying!

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srftmk on 12/19/2003 2:05:00 PM more reviews by srftmk

Age: Unknown   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I didn't like this eye makeup remover. I think it has too much detergent in it. This actually suds up when I used it. I didn't use much either, just a little on a cotton ball. It stung my eyes horribly. One to avoid. Especially if you have sensitive eyes

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MOYRAL on 7/27/2003 1:12:00 PM more reviews by MOYRAL

Age: 44-55   Skin: Very Dry   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

INSTYLE Magazine RATED ONE OF THE BEST MAKEUP REMOVERS IN 2003. If you use Waterproof Mascara, you know how tough it is to remove & on occasions you pull out a few lashes. Well, this remover is SUPERLATIVE. No more of the oily pads to remove mascara & leave a residue on your skin. This cream works fast, will not hurt your eyes at all, & reliable! You will LOVE IT!

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*TOP REVIEWER* nastycat on 4/23/2003 2:41:00 PM more reviews by nastycat

Age: 36-43   Skin: Dry   Hair: Red   Eyes: Blue    

I like this for an eye makeup remover- it does sting a bit, but as long as you get it off quickly, who cares? no residue! it's non-drying, nice creamy-not oily- texture.

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*TOP REVIEWER* kittyhawk on 1/22/2003 4:42:00 AM more reviews by kittyhawk

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I'm into my 2nd bottle. I'm glad to find an all-in-one cleanser for my sensitive, acne-prone skin. This did not break me out. I've been using it faithfully for the last 6 months. The big plus is it can be used on entire face. And it cleans off all my waterproof mascara. I will stick to this unless another brand can produce something similar or better for lesser the price.

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*TOP REVIEWER* scarlet773 on 1/15/2003 12:11:00 PM more reviews by scarlet773

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Other   Eyes: Brown    

I bought this only because I wanted the GWP. I found it works well but I'm sure just regular cold cream would work just as well for a fraction of the cost. I'll finish this but I will definately save my money next time.

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*TOP REVIEWER* NYgirl on 12/19/2002 11:11:00 PM more reviews by NYgirl

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

This is my all time favorite make-up remover. It gets rid of everything, even heavy liner and water proof mascara.

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*TOP REVIEWER* IslandGirlSPN on 6/2/2002 3:38:00 AM more reviews by IslandGirlSPN

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I got a big GWP bottle from a friend. It was awesome at taking away those semi-permanent lipsticks and waterproof makeup but I found that it did sting my eyes a bit. The packaging is classy as always but probably won't ever buy.

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