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Lancôme Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover for oily skin

Lancôme Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover

Average

  • AverageOily Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • Low RiskSafety

Works for oily skin; other pre-cleansers fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Offers moderate suitability for your oily skin, as cyclopentasiloxane and isohexadecane provide emollient action to manage oiliness, though it lacks sufficient ingredients for effective seboregulation.
  • Poloxamer 184 and Benzalkonium Chloride offer general cleansing benefits supportive of your oily shine concerns.
  • The product is generally safe for your oily skin, with minimal risks of irritation from fragrance and preservatives.

How to apply

  • Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3×/week and increase to daily use if your skin tolerates it well.
  • Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser and toner. It prepares your skin by melting away excess oil and makeup.
  • Gently press a small amount onto your dry skin using your fingertips. Massage softly and avoid harsh rubbing to protect your pores.
  • Apply this product on dry skin to effectively break down heavy makeup and surface oil. Massage it gently before washing it off with water.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin feels comfortable.

People Say

★4.8Overall rating based on 4.8k+ reviews

This bi-phase remover is highly praised by users, especially those with sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers, for effectively removing stubborn waterproof makeup without irritation. A very large amount of data indicates that most users find it leaves the skin feeling clean and conditioned, though a moderate number of reviews mention a potential for a temporary oily film that can blur vision if the product gets into the eyes.

Highlights

  • Removes waterproof makeup Mostly Mentioned
    • “Dissolves waterproof mascara instantly”
    • “No scrubbing needed for heavy liner”
    • “Takes off stage makeup easily”
    • “Melts away 24-hour wear products”
  • Gentle on eyes Often Mentioned
    • “Doesn't sting my eyes”
    • “Great for contact lens wearers”
    • “No redness after use”
    • “Soothing on my sensitive eyelids”
  • Expensive price point Often Mentioned
    • “Way too pricey”
    • “I only buy it during sales”
    • “Wish it was cheaper”
    • “Luxury price tag is a deterrent”
  • Lasts long Sometimes Noted
    • “Bottle lasts forever”
    • “Only need a few drops”
    • “One bottle lasts me 6 months”
    • “Worth the investment because it lasts”
  • Non-drying formula Sometimes Noted
    • “Leaves lashes feeling soft”
    • “Moisturizing without being heavy”
    • “Doesn't dry out my under-eyes”
    • “Conditioning formula”
  • Oily residue Sometimes Noted
    • “Leaves a greasy film”
    • “Makes my vision blurry for a few minutes”
    • “Have to wash face immediately after”
    • “Too oily for my taste”
  • Cap design issues Rarely Noted
    • “Hard to push and twist”
    • “Cap broke off”
    • “Struggled to open the bottle”
    • “Child-proof cap is annoying”

Sources: lovi.care, lancome-usa.com, macys.com, sephora.sg, influenster.com, nordstrom.com, and more

Questions and answers

How well does Lancôme Bi-Facil work for oily skin?

Lancome Bi-Facil works moderately well for oily skin, as cyclopentasiloxane and isohexadecane help manage oiliness while poloxamer 184 provides general cleansing. However, it lacks oil-controlling ingredients to properly handle oily shine. An oily skin product needs ingredients that balance oil production and keep pores clear without adding extra shine.

International Journal of Toxicology, 2011Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2021

Which ingredients make this makeup remover a good fit for oily skin?

Cyclopentasiloxane and isohexadecane help manage oiliness, while poloxamer 184 and benzalkonium chloride provide cleansing benefits for oily shine. Because this skin needs oil-controlling ingredients to get a better fit, this type of product also works best with balancing and clarifying ingredients.

International Journal of Toxicology, 2011Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2021

What does Water do for oily skin?

Water helps keep oily skin hydrated without adding grease or clogging pores. Keeping oily skin properly hydrated may also help balance oil production and reduce unwanted shine.

What does Cyclopentasiloxane do for oily skin?

Cyclopentasiloxane gives skincare products a silky feel and helps them spread easily over oily skin without clogging pores or leaving a heavy layer behind. Because it absorbs very little through the skin, it is unlikely to cause irritation or make your face feel greasy.

International Journal of Toxicology, 2011

Where does this makeup remover go in a skincare routine for oily skin?

This makeup remover goes in your evening routine as the first step before cleansing. To better fit oily skin, a product of this type needs extra ingredients that help balance oil.

Can I use this makeup remover with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before cleansing and applying your retinol treatment. It is unlikely to irritate your skin, but an oily skin type needs a product that also includes ingredients to balance oil production.

How often should I use this makeup remover?

You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine and weekly routine to take off makeup. It offers moderate suitability for oily skin, but an oily skin routine needs ingredients that help balance oil production.

Can this makeup remover clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?

This makeup remover is generally safe for your oily skin, with minimal risks of irritation from fragrance and preservatives, and is unlikely to cause significant pore clogging or breakouts. However, since it lacks sufficient ingredients for effective oil control, oily skin needs a formula with targeted sebum-regulating ingredients to truly keep pores clear.

International Journal of Toxicology, 2011Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2021

Is this makeup remover fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (benzyl alcohol, parfum, citronellol, and geraniol).

What the research says

  • Calcium hydroxylapatite diluted with normal saline combined with microfocused ultrasound with visualization improved age-related changes in the lower face, neck, and décolleté and stimulated collagen and elastin fibers in 20 subjects.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2020
  • Hyaluronic acid, hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol, and isotonic saline nasal sprays all significantly improved dry nose symptoms over four weeks in 240 patients, with hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol providing superior nasal moisturisation compared to the other two.

    Auris, Nasus, Larynx, 2020
  • Topical application of magnetized saline water serum improved skin hydration, reduced transepidermal water loss, sebum content, melanin index, and erythema index, and activated autophagy by increasing Beclin-1 and decreasing mTOR in females wanting to enhance facial and neck skin appearance.

    Cureus, 2023

Ingredients

Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Sodium Chloride, Poloxamer 184, Hexylene Glycol, Dipotassium Phosphate, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Phosphate, Quaternium-15, Benzalkonium Chloride, Parfum, Citronellol, Geraniol

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

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