La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover for dry sensitive skin

Isododecane
Isopropyl Palmitate
Poloxamer 184
Polyaminopropyl Biguanide
High
- HighDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for dry sensitive skin; a few pre-cleansers fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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
- Highly suitable for your dry skin as Isopropyl Palmitate provides emollient action to smooth intercellular lipids, and Poloxamer 184 offers mild cleansing without stripping essential moisture.
- The formula effectively removes makeup, addressing a key functional need, though it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target your dry or flaky skin concerns.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your dry and sensitive skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use your makeup remover PM as the first step of your evening routine. Start 3×/week daily use if your dry skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this makeup remover before your regular cleanser, toner, and moisturizer. It prepares your face for a thorough double-cleansing routine.
- Gently press a small amount onto your skin using a soft cotton pad. Avoid rubbing to protect your sensitive and flaky skin.
- Apply the makeup remover on completely dry skin to ensure better tolerance and comfort. This prevents any extra irritation for reactive skin types.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a patch test before your very first use to prevent irritation.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 700+ reviewsThis 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
What makes Respectissime Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover a great fit for dry sensitive skin?
La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover is a great fit because Isopropyl Palmitate smooths your skin's oils while Poloxamer 184 cleanses gently without taking away your natural moisture. The formula is very safe and is unlikely to cause irritation for your dry and sensitive skin.
Which ingredients make this makeup remover a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Isopropyl Palmitate and Poloxamer 184 make this makeup remover a great fit for your dry sensitive skin. Isopropyl Palmitate helps smooth your skin, while Poloxamer 184 provides gentle cleansing without taking away your essential moisture.
What does Water do for dry sensitive skin?
Hard water increases soap deposits and dryness, making dry sensitive skin more prone to irritation and flare-ups. A product of this type needs gentle cleansers and soothing ingredients to calm the skin and protect its moisture barrier against hard water minerals.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2018Clinical and Experimental Allergy, 2021
What does Isododecane do for dry sensitive skin?
Isododecane helps spread skincare evenly on dry sensitive skin and leaves a smooth, weightless feel without feeling heavy or greasy. Because it evaporates quickly, it is unlikely to clog pores or cause irritation.
Where does this makeup remover go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This makeup remover goes in your evening and weekly routine before cleansing. It is a great fit for your dry sensitive skin because it helps smooth dry areas and cleanses gently without stripping essential moisture.
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 retinol because its gentle formula removes makeup safely without irritating dry, sensitive skin. It is unlikely to cause any issues, but always follow up with a nourishing moisturizer to keep your skin smooth and protected.
How often should I use this makeup remover?
You can use this makeup remover in your evening routine and during weekly care whenever you need to take off makeup. Its gentle formula is unlikely to cause irritation on your dry and sensitive skin.
Can this makeup remover clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This makeup remover is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin because it is free of harsh ingredients and has an excellent safety profile. It gently cleanses without stripping essential moisture.
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, 2018A 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
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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