Today's review is on cleansing oil.....
Item Name: Shu Uemura - Cleansing Beauty Oil Premium A/O Advanced Formula
Size: 150 ml
Price: Not Available
Available At: Metro Paragon and all good dept stores
Picture Source: Shu Uemura USA
Product Description from Manufacturer:
cleansing beauty oil premium a/o is the #1 selling shu uemura cleansing oil in the world. the new advanced formula is empowered with Green Tea and specially selected Gingko Leaf Extract contains flavonoids, recognized in Japan for strong anti-oxidant and micro circulation properties that help to promote transparency and radiance to fatigued skin. the removal of oxidized sebum, which accelerates the aging process, is the first step in anti-aging skincare. the innovative Natural Origin HPO system has a superb cleansing ability which removes sebum and dramatically increases the removability of waterproof mascara and long-lasting makeup. the advanced formula leaves the skin soft, and refined for a youthful appearance.
Item Name: M.A.C - Cleanse Off Oil
Size: 150 ml
Price: Not Available
Available At: Tangs Orchard and all good dept stores
Picture Source: M.A.C Cosmetics
Product Description from Manufacturer:
An industry-strength oil-based makeup remover that's gentle on the skin. Botanically formulated with oils of olive fruit, evening primrose and jojoba seed and absolutely 100 percent mineral-oil free. Massages onto the skin to loosen all makeup, including waterproof mascara. Emulsifies into a lotion-type liquid with water: rinses off easily, no tissues required - and no residue! Protects with vitamin E. Skin softening and conditioning. Good for all skin types.
Why I bought them:
The M.A.C Cleansing oil actually belongs to my little sister. As for the Shu Uemura, I bought it to replace the Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm when it ran out.
Packaging:
Both products comes in clear plastic bottles with a fuss-free pump.
Texture:
Both are oils. However, I noticed that the M.A.C cleansing oil was lighter in texture and there is a nice scent to the M.A.C Cleansing oil.
Price:
I have no idea how much my sister paid for the M.A.C Cleanse Off oil but based on the USA RRP, it is definitely cheaper than the Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil.
As for Shu Uemura, since I got this product at a pretty low price compared to the RRP, I would say I'm alright with the price. But I think the RRP is around SGD60.00. A little dear for a cleasing oil.
Road Test:
The Shu Uemura cleasing has a thicker texture as compared with M.A.C, which didn't sit well with me. It was a little too heavy for my taste.
M.A.C on the other hand was something that I really like. The scent is nice and the texture is light.
In terms of cleansing power, I didn't notice any significant difference between the two products. In fact, the Shu Uemura cleansing oil left a sticky after taste which I didn't like at all. This is probably due to anti-aging properties. In fact, it actually broke me out!
Verdict:
The Shu Uemura would be more suitable for very matured or very dry skins because of the anti-aging properties.
For me, I would prefer the M.A.C Cleanse Off Oil given the similar performance and much lower price.
Of course, I still have the Shu Uemura White Recovery EX+ that I haven't tried yet. I hope this product would be able to perform better as compared to it cousin in the same line. Anyway, have a great week ahead.
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