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

La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover

High

  • HighDry Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for dry skin; a few pre-cleansers fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, 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 and Poloxamer 184 provide emollient action and mild cleansing without stripping essential lipids.
  • The formula offers excellent makeup removal due to Isododecane and Poloxamer 184, effectively dissolving makeup while providing moderate hydration for your dry or flaky skin.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your dry skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.

How to apply

  • Use this makeup remover in your PM routine every evening to gently clean your face. Always pair with a gentle cleanser afterward.
  • Apply this makeup remover as a pre-cleanser step before using your regular cleanser and moisturizer.
  • Gently wipe a small amount of makeup remover across your face using a soft cotton pad. Avoid any harsh rubbing on dry or flaky skin.
  • Apply the makeup remover directly onto dry skin to easily dissolve makeup without stripping your natural moisture. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
  • Avoid direct contact with your eyes and do a patch test before first use. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.

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

What makes La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover a great fit for dry skin?

La Roche-Posay Respectissime Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover is a great fit for dry skin because Isopropyl Palmitate and Poloxamer 184 soften your skin and clean it mildly without taking away natural oils. The formula also dissolves makeup effectively while helping keep your dry or flaky skin moderately hydrated. It has an excellent safety profile, meaning it is unlikely to cause any irritation.

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

Isopropyl Palmitate and Poloxamer 184 make this makeup remover a great fit for dry skin by gently cleansing and softening without stripping away natural oils. Isododecane also helps dissolve makeup easily while keeping dry skin moderately hydrated.

What does Water do for dry skin?

Drinking more water helps increase skin hydration and may reduce clinical signs of dryness and roughness, particularly for individuals with lower prior water consumption.

Skin Research and Technology, 2018

What does Isododecane do for dry skin?

Isododecane helps create a light, smooth feel on dry skin while locking in moisture so your face stays soft. It works as a spreading agent that makes creams easy to apply evenly without feeling heavy or greasy.

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

This makeup remover goes in your evening and weekly routines before cleansing, as it gently dissolves makeup while keeping dry skin soft and hydrated without stripping natural oils.

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

Yes, you can use this makeup remover in your evening routine before applying your retinol. It gently takes off your makeup and leaves your skin feeling soft without stripping away its natural oils.

How often should I use this makeup remover?

This makeup remover is a great fit for your dry skin and is suitable for daily evening use. It gently dissolves makeup while keeping your skin soft and comfortable without stripping away essential oils.

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

This makeup remover is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or lead to purging on dry skin. Its gentle cleansing agents and oil-based solvents lift makeup effectively without leaving heavy pore-clogging residues behind.

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

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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