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La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover for combination skin

La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover

Average

  • HighCombination Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

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

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 cleansing benefits for your combination skin due to Poloxamer 184, which helps to mildly degrease and balance oily and dry areas.
  • While Isododecane effectively dissolves makeup, the formula does not directly address your primary concern of oily shine.
  • The product is safe for your combination skin, as it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients that would cause irritation.

How to apply

  • Use this makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine to clear away excess oil.
  • Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser to effectively break down heavy makeup and dirt.
  • Gently wipe the makeup remover across your face using a soft cotton pad, avoiding harsh rubbing.
  • Use the makeup remover on completely dry skin to help dissolve surface oils and impurities best.
  • Avoid direct contact with the eyes while using this makeup remover.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 700+ reviews

This bi-phase makeup remover is highly effective at dissolving stubborn waterproof makeup, particularly for users with sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers, with most reviews noting it is gentle and non-irritating. A moderate number of users mention a slight oily residue or find the price point high for the quantity provided.

Highlights

  • Gentle on eyes Mostly Mentioned
    • “no stinging or burning”
    • “doesn't make my skin red”
    • “soothing and nourishing”
    • “ideal for sensitive peepers”
  • Removes waterproof makeup Mostly Mentioned
    • “dissolves every scrap of eye makeup”
    • “melts it all away”
    • “removes stubborn mascara in seconds”
    • “takes off my eye makeup with a swipe”
  • No rubbing Often Mentioned
    • “no harsh rubbing needed”
    • “just press it gently”
    • “works in seconds”
    • “no need to scrub at my lashes”
  • Non-drying formula Sometimes Noted
    • “doesn't leave them looking dry”
    • “feels comforting”
    • “softening your skin”
    • “leaves eye area fresh”
  • High price Sometimes Noted
    • “good but very expensive”
    • “not a lot in the bottle”
    • “amazing bargain [only] for £11”
    • “slightly higher price point”
  • Oily residue Sometimes Noted
    • “leaves a little film”
    • “slightly oily”
    • “feels too oily”
    • “slight moisturising residue”
  • Bottle design Rarely Noted
    • “small flip-top cap can get messy”
    • “opening allows right amount [but sometimes messy]”
    • “not a fan of the bottle”
  • Small quantity Rarely Noted
    • “small bottle size”
    • “wish it came in bigger size”
    • “used up quickly”

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Questions and answers

How well does La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof work for combination skin?

La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover works moderately well for combination skin by gently dissolving makeup and balancing oily and dry areas, though it does not directly target oily shine. A makeup remover for this skin needs soothing plant oils and hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid to provide a fully optimized and balanced routine.

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

Poloxamer 184 helps to mildly degrease and balance oily and dry areas on your combination skin. A makeup remover for this skin needs soothing and nourishing ingredients like squalane, plant oils, and hyaluronic acid to provide hydration and manage shine without causing irritation.

What does Water do for combination skin?

Water helps keep combination skin hydrated, though a product of this type needs additional barrier-protecting ingredients like ceramides or petrolatum to lock in that moisture and support overall skin health.

What does Isododecane do for combination skin?

Isododecane helps spread skincare products evenly and dries quickly without feeling heavy or greasy on combination skin. It creates a light, smooth finish that keeps oily spots matte while helping dry areas hold on to moisture.

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

This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and in your weekly routine before your cleanser, enzyme powder, and cleansing mask. It offers moderate cleansing benefits for combination skin, but products for this skin also need ingredients that directly target and control oily shine.

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

You can use this makeup remover in the evening before your cleanser and before applying any retinol treatment. It is unlikely to cause irritation on combination skin, but a product of this type for your skin needs extra ingredients that directly control oily shine.

How often should I use this makeup remover?

You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine as the first step to take off makeup. It safely cleanses your skin without irritation, but since it does not target oily shine, combination skin needs products that help balance oil and hydration.

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

This makeup remover is unlikely to cause breakouts or clog pores on combination skin, as it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients that lead to irritation. However, because it leaves an oily residue, a product for this skin needs lighter cleansing agents and oil-balancing ingredients to better manage shine.

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

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Bacterial cellulose wound dressing containing silk sericin and PHMB improved wound quality and reduced pain compared to Bactigras in patients with split-thickness skin graft donor-site wounds.

    Archives of Dermatological Research, 2018
  • A bacterial nanocellulose wound dressing incorporating polyhexamethylene biguanide and sericin showed no skin irritation in healthy volunteers and significantly promoted wound healing with lower wound size and higher collagen formation in full-thickness rat wounds compared to controls.

    Archives of Dermatological Research, 2016

Why other pre-cleansers fit combination skin better

Ingredients

Water, Isododecane, Isopropyl Palmitate, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Chloride, Poloxamer 184, Dipotassium Phosphate, Hexylene Glycol, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide, Ci 61565, Green 6

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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