Shiseido • Ultimate Cleansing Oil • Cleansers

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clairestrick on 5/3/2013 8:51:00 AM more reviews by clairestrick

Age: 36-43   Skin: Dry, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Hazel    

In my quest of trying all oil cleansers, this one fell short.

Here are the pros: It smells good, the pump dispenser is good. It's available in my town.

The cons: I literally never break out. Never have. But after using this for a few days I broke out around my nose and chin. Also, unlike my previous favorite--DHC this one really doesn't wash off very easily. And it doesn't completely remove even non waterproof mascara. In my opinion there are many better choices!

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*TOP REVIEWER* luxferi on 3/4/2013 2:06:00 AM more reviews by luxferi

Age: 30-35   Skin: Sensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

Expensive and gives me milia all around my temples. I've switched to DHC Deep Cleansing Oil and never looked back.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Cat1104 on 1/29/2013 4:38:00 PM more reviews by Cat1104

Age: Unknown   Skin: Sensitive, Fair   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

Skin type: sensitive, oily, dehydrated, clog-prone. By dehydrated I mean oily skin that lacks water (not oil) or doesn't retain water well.
My skin gets dried out very easily, and this stripped it in one use. I used it one night and woke up to very dehydrated skin with irritation bumps (tiny red bumps) everywhere. Please don't forget to patch test first.

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MsMe on 1/25/2013 11:52:00 AM more reviews by MsMe

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

I had tried this product as a readily available alternative to the Tatcha Camellia Oil Cleanser and was impressed so far. Both formulations are applied and massaged on to dry skin and rinsed off with warm water thus removing even waterproof makeup in a pinch. The only difference is the price point. The Shiseido Ultimate Cleansing Oil is slightly cheaper ($33 CDN) than the Tatcha brand ($48 USD) for a eeriely similar product. Please keep in mind, a little goes a long way so a single pump (quarter sized) of the oil is sufficient to remove your warpaint at the end of the day, Otherwise, you will be left with the tight, uncomfortable feeling that is usually associated with over cleansing your facial skin. Will purchase again.

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swtxdreams on 11/30/2012 2:55:00 PM more reviews by swtxdreams

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

product works great! cleans off all the stubborn waterproof makeup and does not cause breakouts. It feels good cleaning all the junk from my skin every day.

this is my must-have for my double cleansing routine.

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*TOP REVIEWER* MsPsylocke on 11/29/2012 8:23:00 PM more reviews by MsPsylocke

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Green    

I really like this cleansing oil I have tried Shu,Josie, and now this and I like this one a lot. I have switched to oil cleansers due to how much Retin-A dries out my skin now that the weather is colder here in NY. I have also read they are good for your skin and keep it in better condition. I love the way this removes makeup and it emulsifies really nicely. I use this then I use a rose witch hazel toner. I then either apply my retin or if I am skipping a night I apply my Apple Baviphat and TonyMoly which really hydrate and clean my pores. I notice with the oil cleanser my skin feels better and firmer it hasn't made my pores bigger or made me break out.

I make sure to wash around my hairline so as not to break out there but this doesn't seem to hang on it rinses really clean as evident by nothing on my cotton ball when I tone. My pores are smaller and my skin looks more toned and even. I am not getting so red anymore either which is wonderful with the winter weather. This is good stuff and rinses clean. I think it would work well with many skin types. I'm oily but not super bad more combo and it works great. I think it would even oil out on your face actually. Plus this is one of the more reasonably priced oils which means I would repurchase.

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tiffanyhehe on 11/11/2012 10:45:00 PM more reviews by tiffanyhehe

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

on purposely buy this cleansing oil to wash water-proof sunscreen off. it does its job to wash sunscreen off.

but i have a complain on the packing. it leaks even turn the head to the lock side. and it has been spilling every-time on road trip or on flight. have to double pack it from leaking to my bag. it get so messy with its oily product nature.

i will still buy this, but i am de-potting it into muji 50ml containers. so much easier and pleasant to apply now.

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Sambrookd on 8/5/2012 4:21:00 AM more reviews by Sambrookd

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination, Medium   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

I've used a few oil-based cleansers before trying this one - Shu Uemura and Origins are the ones we all recognise. The Origins one is good, but not great. The Shu Uemura is good but expensive.
The Shiseido one seems to be the best of both worlds. The smell is light and fresh, the texture is more fluid than the Origins, and seems to get deeper into the skin. It melts my favourite bullet-proof Korean BB cream away like nothing else. Long wear mascara is no trouble for it either.
It comes off easily enough with a little water, I massage the lotion it makes to really give my skin a treatment.
My usually oily skin is still oily, but less so, and the nasty dry patches on my cheeks haven't reappeared and pores are less visible. I need less brightening products and masks with this, as my skin doesn't get that dullness we're all familiar with anymore.
Its very economical, I use two pumps a day, and I think it'll last a year (there's approx 20% left and I've been using it 9-10 months already). I do use a wash-off cleanser in the shower; this one is reserved exclusively for getting make-up off. Unlike some girls, I don't double-cleanse, my skin is squeaky clean and moisturised and doesn't need it.
I'd recommend it without hesitation

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teeheehee on 8/4/2012 11:54:00 PM more reviews by teeheehee

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Tan, Warm   Hair: Black, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

For me, all cleansing oils work the same. I don't have a problem with breaking out, so I use Shiseidos, Fancl & DHC interchangeably. The reasons that I like this one a bit more than the others though is because 1) I can get it locally & dont have to buy it online, 2) It has a nice pleasant smell (DHCs stinks), The one con i can think about is the pump. it sprays everywhere. Also, Its more expensive than other oils. Overall though, this is a nice cleansing oil that gets the job done.

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FrankieLane on 7/9/2012 11:36:00 AM more reviews by FrankieLane

Age: 30-35   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Hazel    

Instant change in my complexion! I have been battling super sensitive, oily and acne prone skin for the last 2 years.. The meds prescribed by the derms were always way too harsh and seemed to make everything worse..
This calmed my skin down immediately and now after 2 weeks my pores are clean and my face no longer oily AND i break out less.
I love it!

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katlj on 6/29/2012 12:27:00 AM more reviews by katlj

Age: 44-55   Skin: Dry, Fair   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

I used Origins oily cleanser until I had an ugly bout with Perioral Dermatitis. If you've had it, you know that you have to be very careful what you use or it can re-flare. I couldn't use the Origins anymore, so with a broken heart, I picked of a (EXPENSIVE) bottle of Shiseido's.

I was very pleasantly surprised by this product! I only need one pump and it takes everything off - including my gel eyeliner, sunscreen and waterproof mascara. I massage the oil on to my dry face for a couple of minutes, add some water to emulsify it (it turns white) then massage a minute more, rinse well, then follow with a foaming cleanser.

I can't believe I like this better than my (formerly) beloved Origins. I enjoy the light feel of the oil and find the smell rather nice. My skin has become redness-prone since the POD and this doesn't irritate it. My skin is very clear as well. I bought my bottle 6 months ago and still have 1/3 bottle left - as I mentioned, I only need one pump to remove everything except stage make-up; then I use two. It's been a great investment!

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blua on 5/1/2012 1:13:00 AM more reviews by blua

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Medium, Warm   Hair: Black, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Black    

**UPDATE**
I'm a little weary of the mineral oil found in this. I'm guilty for not checking the ingredient list. But it seems to be okay, if I start acting up I'll stop using it. It still performs great though.


Haven't totally read the entire ingredient list, but so far I really like it. Removes my foundation (MAC, Estee Lauder, Stila & Shiseido are the ones i've removed with this) and it works great. It doesn't remove eyeliner (especially gel) as easily as I'd hope it would (along with mascara) but it does an okay job. It's not too heavily perfumed, just a light clean scent and is great in facial massage at night. Will probably purchase. Oh, and it hasn't broken me out! The only con is that it's kind of expensive and I could probably make a DIY homemade version on buy an alternative that works as well.

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ilovelomos on 3/29/2012 8:33:00 AM more reviews by ilovelomos

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

I'm on the fence with this one. I like it a lot, but I am not completely satisfied if you know what I mean. Maybe I just have high standards for an oil cleanser, but there's something about this that just doesn't satisfy me.
If you're new to cleansing oils, this is a good place to start, because this product has non-occlusive ingredients. Apply this on a dry face, rub it around gently, and rinse off. Double cleanse after. I think this is a must. Asian women prioritize double-cleansing, and they usually have good skin.
If you're using a budge-proof sunscreen from Shiseido, use this in conjunction with it.

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LisandBobbie on 3/21/2012 3:04:00 PM more reviews by LisandBobbie

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

This is the first cleansing oil that I have ever tried. I have combination skin that is acne-prone and I wear water-resistant sunscreen everyday. I noticed my skin starting to get a lot of blemishes, and I believe it is because I was not properly removing my sunscreen each night. I tried this cleanser last night and LOVED it! My face felt soft,not at all oily and all traces of makeup were removed. So far, really impressed and will update once I have used it for a week or so longer. Also, like another reviewer stated, the downside of the bottle is that you can't see how much product is left in it. But, the bottle is a nice pearly white color and has a clean appearance.

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michellemonkey on 1/28/2012 11:59:00 AM more reviews by michellemonkey

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm   Hair: Blond, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Blue    

So I'm new to trying the whole double cleansing method. I've always worn lots of foundation etc and kept a decent skin care routine but lately I've been suffering breakouts and oiliness.

After shopping about for a bit I decided on the Shiseido Ultimate Cleansing Oil. I shan't lie, I think it is quite expensive for a mineral oil but I think it's worth it. I've been using it for a week now to remove my makeup at night before cleansing and my skin have calmed down a lot! I use 2 pumps for my whole face. Massage it all over for a minute (eyes last, as I don't want to smear mascara everywhere) wash off and follow with my usual cleanser/toner/moisturiser

It doesn't leave horrible residue on the skin, smells quite pleasant but not overpowering and gets off all of my makeup, even my super-stubborn mascara!

The lockable pump on the bottle keeps everything clean and tidy. The only downside is that, like most oils, it can be a bit messy to use but it's to be expected I think

I'll carry on using and rebuying this unless I have any big flare ups. My skin is fair, can be quite combo, sometimes normal (depending on it's mood) and this oil seems to have balanced it a lot

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*TOP REVIEWER* edgexofxdesire on 12/2/2011 4:51:00 PM more reviews by edgexofxdesire

Age: 19-24   Skin: Oily, Olive, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

This is the first time I've used an oil cleanser, so I don't know how this compares to others. Just based on the performance over the last few weeks, I think this product is heavenly. I didn't have a lot of faith that this could remove all of my makeup (including waterproof shadow, eyeliner and mascara) but it's amazing what this cleansing oil is capable of. After the first use I knew I was never going back to my two-step eye makeup remover and wipes ever again. My face feels so clean and fresh after I use this. It hasn't broken me out, and I think it's even helped to prevent breakouts (because I haven't had even a sign of any in weeks)! It's not an acne control product by any means, but the fact that it removes absolutely every speck of makeup is what helps keep breakouts at bay. You'd be surprised how much better this is at removing makeup compared to any other technique. Two pumps (three if I'm all waterproof that day) massaged into my face, then over my eyes, rinsed with lukewarm water...I could probably get away with using ONLY this as a cleanser. But I follow up with my Philosophy Purity Made Simple (with my Olay ProX Brush) and my skin has never felt better. New HG evening skincare routine right here and it all starts with the Shiseido Cleansing Oil. I don't know how I lived without this before; I'm just glad I no longer have to.

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furafura on 11/26/2011 4:02:00 AM more reviews by furafura

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair   Hair: Black, Wavy, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

This was my first experience with an oil cleanser. I used this every day to remove makeup and sunscreen. I didn't realize what a bad job I was doing of removing makeup/sunscreen until after I started using this. Shiseido Ultimate Cleansing oil takes EVERYTHING off, including waterproof mascara and liquid eyeliner. A couple times a week I would massage this in for a bit longer, maybe 6-7 minutes, and I saw a pleasant change in the appearance of my pores. They were less dark! I think in conjunction with the salicylic acid I've been using, the cleansing oil really helped in the appearance of my pores. After massaging this oil to dissolve my makeup, I wet my hands, massage again for a couple seconds, then rinse completely. I follow up with another basic cleanser to get rid of any oil residue.

The bottle itself is okay. I always like a pump bottle with an option to close or open, but this one leaked a bit in my travel pouch. It wasn't a complete spill, though. I got this in a set offer, so I didn't pay full price. I was going to buy it again, but wanted to try another cleansing oil that was $12, about half the price of Shiseido's cleansing oil. But I would definitely buy this again if a cheaper brand doesn't work out.

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myohmy on 6/29/2011 4:56:00 PM more reviews by myohmy

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I would probably just go for a cheaper oil elsewhere but this does a pretty good job at removing makeup. I only use it for eyes since this is kinda expensive and I only have a sample size bottle from sunscreen kit.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Laski on 5/23/2011 4:24:00 AM more reviews by Laski

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Neutral   Hair: Brown, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

Very good cleansing-product - gets rid of sunscreen, makeup, almost all of my mascara...everything! And while doing this, it doesn´t dry out or irritate in any way. It lasted quite a long time, even though I used it a few times for the complete body to get rid of stubborn waterproof sunscreen. In my opinion it is very comparable to the MAC Cleansing Oil. Great product. I only deducted one lippie because sometimes, depending on which mascara I´m wearing, I´m left with a _slight_ black residue just below my lower lashline. No big problem, though.

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*TOP REVIEWER* MARmaladeJay on 5/11/2011 3:37:00 PM more reviews by MARmaladeJay

Age: 30-35   Skin: Very Oily, Tan, Cool   Hair: Brown, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

I've been using this product for a month now. I received this as a gift with purchase when I purchased products from Shiseido's suncare line. I was told this is a good product to remove sunblock and makeup. The sample I received was a 2.5 oz opposed to the full size, which is 5 fl oz. At first, I did not think this was necessary so the first time I used their sunblock and did not wash my face at the end of the day with the cleaning oil and I immediately broke out a few days later. It took five days for my skin to clear, so I then started using this to remove both the sunscreen and makeup. My skin did not breakout so I now use this as part of my skin regiment.

HOW TO USE:
Make sure you wash your hand prior to touching your face even if you are washing it. In addition, make sure you dry your hand completely as this product should be used on a dry face and applied with dry hands. I rub this all over my face, my eyes being the last since I wear the most products on my eyes and I don't want to spread eye product on the rest of my face. It works well with my skin. It does not break me out and it removes my entire face of makeup including waterproof mascara.

OVERALL:
After I rinse it off, it doesn't make my skin feel tight or oily. My skin feels clean and I don't wake up with raccoon eyes either. I no longer use an additional eye make up remover as this serves to remove all my make up. I have used Shu Uemura's High Performance Balancing Cleansing Oil Fresh, which broke me out badly, but Shiseido's did not. It actually improved my skin as I have adult acne when I never had a problem when I was younger. After using this, I noticed my skin is less oily throughout the day. I then follow with my normal daily skin regiment. Even the deluxe sample size is lasting me a long time. I still have more than half the bottle. After I use the sample, I will invest on the full size.

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