Lancôme Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover for dry skin
Cyclopentasiloxane
Isohexadecane
Sodium Chloride
Poloxamer 184
Average
- SuperiorDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
Works for dry skin; other pre-cleansers fit it 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
- Excellent suitability for your dry skin is provided by cyclopentasiloxane and isohexadecane, which smooth intercellular lipids and offer emollient action.
- The formula offers general cleansing benefits for dry or flaky skin due to Poloxamer 184 and Benzalkonium Chloride, though fragrance may pose a slight irritation risk.
- The product is generally safe for your dry skin, with a low risk of irritation from fragrance.
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
★4.8Overall rating based on 4.8k+ reviewsThis 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”
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Questions and answers
How well does Lancôme Bi-Facil work for dry skin?
Lancôme Bi-Facil works for dry skin, though other products fit it better. Its silicons smooth your skin and offer softening benefits, but it needs rich nourishing oils, multiple types of hyaluronic acid, and deep hydration to truly suit dry skin.
Which ingredients make this makeup remover a good fit for dry skin?
Cyclopentasiloxane and isohexadecane smooth your skin and make it soft, while Poloxamer 184 helps clean it. A makeup remover for dry skin needs deep hydration, nourishing oils, and multiple types of hyaluronic acid to keep moisture locked in.
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.
What does Cyclopentasiloxane do for dry skin?
Cyclopentasiloxane helps dry skin by keeping moisture in so your face feels soft and smooth. It has a very safe profile and is unlikely to cause irritation or absorption issues when you use it.
Where does this makeup remover go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This makeup remover goes in the evening routine before your cleanser, and weekly before your cleanser. It works for dry skin, though a product that avoids added fragrance would fit this skin better.
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 treatment, though fragrance may pose a slight irritation risk. A product for dry skin needs extra soothing and hydrating ingredients like ceramides and plant oils to properly support your skin barrier when using retinol.
How often should I use this makeup remover?
You can use this makeup remover in the evening as the first step of your nighttime routine, or once a week for weekly care. Fragrance in the formula may pose a slight irritation risk to dry skin, though cyclopentasiloxane and isohexadecane smooth intercellular lipids and offer emollient action.
Can this makeup remover clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This makeup remover is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on dry skin, as its silicone and oil ingredients have a low risk of blocking pores. To be a better fit for dry skin, this type of product needs extra moisture-rich ingredients that nourish the skin barrier without leaving an oily residue.
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
A non-alcoholic benzalkonium chloride hand sanitizer demonstrated antibacterial activity against nine out of eleven bacterial strains and caused no skin irritation or redness in ten participants compared to alcohol-based hand gels.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2021Cyclomethicone and specific chain length cyclic siloxanes (n = 4-7) are safe in present practices of use and concentration, showing minimal percutaneous absorption, no skin irritation or sensitization, and unlikely significant systemic exposure from cosmetics.
International Journal of Toxicology, 2011Calcium 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, 2020Hyaluronic 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, 2020Topical 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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