As far as texture, I think nothing beats Elemis. I don’t know how they made such a rich, decadent, luxurious balm. It’s truly amazing. In regard to the ponds cleansing balm, I loved how easily it breaks down with water. I’m not such a fan of that ponds cream smell-hate it actually 😂, but I feel it does a GREAT job of breaking down waterproof mascara quickly-even quicker than my kiehl’s cleansing oil. Forgot to mention: HATE Sunday Riley ‘s blue moon. It’s sooo stiff. You can’t spread that thing!

Thankyou for breaking it down in $/ oz so it is easy to compare.

Love the Elemis cleansing balm. I use it every night. I also love their marine cream, sooo amazing!! I also love the face and eye serums by them. The whole line is just fabulous.

I Elemis cleansing balm is totally worth it! I wanted to hate it because of the price. It’s in an Elemis “try me” kit at Ulta so purchase when there is a 20% off at ulta. The other Elemis products includes are also amazing. Great Review! ♥️

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I have a bunch of Elemis skin care to try once I finish testing some other stuff! I'm afraid that I will love it lol.

I was pretty excited to get the Clinique TTDO balm during Ulta's sale (came to $4/oz) at that price. But I've never paid retail for it anyway because they have it basically 40% off all the time at The Cosmetics Company store at my local outlet mall. I love it! Takes off every bit of makeup and mascara without tugging, and no fragrance.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I do love the TTDO too! I had it in the first video and totally forgot to mention it because I'm out of it at the moment :P I linked it in the info box instead.

@mediterraneanmaven5742

3 жыл бұрын

I love Clinique TTDO too, because it's the only one that is fragrance free. Even so-called natural ingredients have fragrance components that can be really irritating on the skin, never mind the eye area. I have sensitive skin so I have to avoid fragrance in my skincare and makeup like the plague. Also, when Pond's Cold Cream launched its fragrance free version (long overdue in my opinion), I rejoiced. It works great too. Wonder how long it will take them to launch a fragrance free version of their makeup remover cleansing balm.

Hello Shelly! I JUST finished my ELEMIS cleansing balm it lasted me forever...Id have to say tho that my all time favorite, and the one I end up repurchasing is the CLINIQUE take the day off cleansing balm. I have the Bobbi Brown Extra balm rinse too, I use that if I want to bask in its HIGHLY fragrant (its natural) but nevertheless very strong orange scented and thick balm but its nothing I use every day or even weekly. But I do like it.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I've heard good thing about the Bobbi Brown. Hmmm. Yep TTDO is definitely a top one - I forgot to mention it in the second video after it was the whole inspiration for the first video! I linked it in the info box at least :P

I know one you should try. The Clinique take the day off balm. It is fragrance free, phlalate free , paraben free and Estee Lauder companies which own Clinique have gone cruelty free. It was in the paper a few weeks ago. I think it is great and I am not fond of cleansing balms. Thanks for the video!

@ItsJustLisa

5 жыл бұрын

cindy pruitt, she did in the first video. She liked it, but the Good Molecules beat it because of price.

@cindypruitt9534

5 жыл бұрын

@@ItsJustLisa Thanks for telling me that. I didn't see that video. I need to try the Good Molecules. I have seen other over 40 beauty influencers mention it..

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Cindy! Yep the CTDO is one of my favorites (it was actually my first favorite before I tried any others). I still love it :)

@cindypruitt9534

5 жыл бұрын

@@goow I will give that brand a try!

Hey Ms. Shelly, thank you for mentioning the added fragrance in the cleansing balms. It isn’t an actual balm but I tried The Ordinary’s ‘Squalane Cleanser’ due to wanting to avoid scent products. The texture is a bit odd - it looks like a really thin lotion that you rub between your fingers. When it breaks down, it turns into an oil. It’s applied to dry skin & as you massage it on, it breaks down further and becomes slicker. It wasn’t expensive but the big plus (for me) was, it sort of encapsulated the L’Oreal Voluminous Waterproof mascara I had on instead of schmearing it every where. I DID have to tissue it off when I had 3 coats of it on tho. But, I sort of worked what was still on my chin, forehead and cheeks to my eye area to get the tiniest little bit that was left...*takes a breath....😆. Very, very little fragrance or scent. Was a LOT of great info tonight. 🦋🦋🦋

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I was looking at that the other day! I may have to try it :-D

I use the Elemis balm and am loving the rose version, also I use Elemis Pro Radiance Cream Cleanser followed by their Ginseng toner, my skin never looked better! Great video x

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I have a whole slew of Elemis skin care to try out after I finish this month with Good Molecules stuff :)

@bobrucie873

5 жыл бұрын

Geek Out of Water I can’t rate Elemis enough. I think no matter even if it’s a cleanser that gets washed off I firmly believe it’s best to use the best products you can afford. Also check out QVC for deals on Elemis. However, your skin is a testament to using excellent products x

Unfortunately the Good Molecules balm contains fragrant plant oils (geranium and ylang ylang) which can also be potential irritants, otherwise this would be a consideration for me.

@RR-mv7xi

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a good idea to see if it irritates you, but geranium can be wonderful on your skin. Ylang ylang is wonderful too.

Balms are pretty good but the Hada Labo cleansing oil is my absolute favorite!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I love that oil too! I got onto a balm kick with all of my summer traveling.

Found Cosmetics available at some Walmart stores - fragrance free, does need a double cleanse, doesn't remove waterproof mascara alone, very affordable. On the other hand, I've hands down always gone back to Clinique Take the Day off cleansing balm because the only thing I need it for is eye makeup. I don't wear very heavy face makeup, so my Vanicream with a Bioderma micellar water "kicker" works great on my sensitive skin. Thanks, Shelly!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

TTDO is definitely a top contender. I had it in the first video but ran out so I completely forgot to mention it in the second video!

I love the PF one, but it’s the only balm I’ve ever tried outside of the Ponds and I find it so much better than that. ☺️ I’m sure those more pricy ones are so lovely!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

They're lovely but I would never say anybody "needs" them! Some are reaching overkill levels!

you need to try the Emma Hardie cleansing balm! and the Farmacy one!! The EH balm is my absolute favorite.

I can’t believe the prices on some of these. The most expensive one I’ve used is the Drunk Elephant. It’s good, but there are others that work just as well for half the price. Heimish is a good one, though it has citrus oils and a very slight fragrance. I haven’t tried the Banila ones yet, and plan on trying Farmacy eventually….but I always go back to Hada Labo Cleansing oil, takes off everything, feels very luxurious, under $20, you can buy refills for around $12, and the company is now cruelty free.

Watching now!! My go to is Clinique TTDO cleansing balm! Staying on the cleansing note, I highly recommend Make P:Rem in shower face pack! It doesn't run in my eyes at all but leaves my skin feeling smooth and soft 😊

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I totally forgot to talk about the TTDO being another of the ride or die balms from the first video but I linked it in the info box when I realized I left it out :P I will check out that Make P:Rem - I love their sunscreen and loved the idea of the Pixi shower mask but the execution was just bad bad bad.

I love the way you break down the cost per ounce. It's so funny we must have completely opposite skin types because I didn't not like Clinique TTDO OR Slaii and found neither of them to be particularly effective at removing mascara and I don't even wear waterproof mascara! But I LOVE the Pond's Cleansing Balm. I think it's so great. It does get in my eyes, just like the Cold Cream did, but it rinses easier than the cold cream and just makes my vision blurry, where Slaii and TTDO did burn and did not rinse easy for me. I have Banila Clean It Zero lined up next. I think it will be interesting to see if my experience is opposite yours there as well 😂😂 Great work as always! You're so thorough, I love it!

@goow

4 жыл бұрын

Consistently opposite can be just as good as consistently the same as long as it's consistent! LOL I have a few people I watch that I take opposite advice from! 😂

Very informative - especially about the fragrance. I use cleansing oils as my first step (The Original Deep Cleansing Oil) and the bottle (160ml) lasts me about 8 months to a year.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I was on an oil kick before my summer travels, and then balms became easier :) which started the balm kick...

Thanks for the good information. I'm still a fan of the Clinique Take the Day Off. Melts my make up off like no other.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

TTDO is definitely great! It was the inspiration for the first video. I ran out of it and thus it was out of sight, out of mind when I filmed the second video :-D I linked it in the info box!

If you continue on with the balm journey, would love you to try my beloved Emma Hardie Moringa Cleansing Balm. I use it as first cleanse then Shiseido Cleansing Milk as second. Love the combo!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

That one is definitely on my "if I try another.... " list!

You looked especially pretty in this video. Skin supple & complexion perfect.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Cheryl!

@sherrydopwell

5 жыл бұрын

Totally agree, and I meant to mention that in my comment as well!

Love these cleansing balm videos! It's nice to know I'm not the only one who wants to try them ALL. Have you tried the IT Cosmetics one yet? I like that one a lot (although Clinque is still my favorite with the Good Molecules a close second).

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried the IT yet (and I usually like their skin care so I would not be surprised if I like their balm!)

Excellent review. You are very thorough!

Hey Shelly, glad you like the Elemis, but the price. Yikes. !!! I had gotten it from a beauty box and didn’t realize how much a jar will cost. I’ll stick with my Purity. It’s my go to!! Thanks for the review👍🏼

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah... it's YOWZA expensive!

Elemis is my favorite! I have purchased it several times. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I have a bunch of Elemis skin care to try after I finish my current round of testing stuff :)

I've been using the Ponds one and like it. I didn't even realize about the mineral oil, ugh ! I found the Physician's Formula one on Amazon. I may give that one a try soon. I picked up a Take the Day of Balm during the Ulta sale. That one is my next up to try

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Take the day off is a great one! It was the one that started the whole first video :)

I use the regular Pond's cold cream. It's never bothered my eyes and I do love the way it smells. I may try that PF cleansing cream. I do like fragrance. Something I would recommend for you to try isn't a cleansing balm but a body polish? It's Dove Macadamia and rice milk. It smells amazing! I had these little bumps all over me that felt like tiny skin tags so I decided to get it . I love it!! I just tried it for the first time. It isn't something I'd use all the time because I'm not sure what the stuff is that makes it exfoliating but my skin is soft and smooth now. It took off that dead layer of skin and I just used my regular Aveeno body wash with a pouf or whatever it's called and man..

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I've seen good things about that Dove body polish - I haven't tried it yet! I must :) Thanks, Kimberly!

Woo hoo!!! Yes, Good Molecules!! Thank you so much for this review :)))

@goow

2 жыл бұрын

It's still my most frequently repurchased balm :)

The things you do for us 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🙌🙌💋💋 thankyou

Not a balm user, but your look in this video is GORGEOUS!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :-D

Thank you for this information. I really appreciate the price breakdowns for each product.

Thanks for your review! I haven’t found anything I like better than the DE balm.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I definitely enjoy the DE. It's a tough one to beat.

I love the DE Slaai cleanser. I use it to remove eye makeup, which it does without irritating my eyes. Feels great on my face when I use it for my first cleanse. I did try the C Tango under eye cream. It was very bad for me. I used it for a week. It stung to apply, and that increased with each use. It also left my under eyes dehydrated, baggy, and wrinkled. I realize that I'm in the minority of people who it doesn't work for, but if anyone tries it, and this happens, you are not alone. Purchased at Sephora. They took my return and refunded me. Great customer service. I was so disappointed. I went back to the cream I had been using and started looking better about 3 days later. Just FYI.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I ended up not really liking the C Tango either! I didn't have a reaction to it but it just wasn't doing anything for me.

You have to try the then I met you living cleaning balm, glow receipe papaya.. I'm from fig cleansing balm and for a cheap one if.u havnt. Heimish all clean balm! And a more unknown cheap brand that I actually enjoyed for people on a tight budget is the Ebanel on amazon(has mineral oil)

My pocketbook (and convenience) likes the PF. I just wish it had more product. I think maybe I’ll give the Good Molecules a try too.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

The GM is really close in price and I prefer the ingredient list! Performance between the two is similar.

@ItsJustLisa

5 жыл бұрын

Geek Out of Water, sold!

So what if video a year old 🧡💕😊🧡💕😊?? Thanks Shelly!! Excited to try GM & PF, great review.

@goow

3 жыл бұрын

The Good Molecules is definitely a favorite - I've repurchased it a few times now!

Love how much thought and detail you put into your videos.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Anne Marie!

I’ve been wanting an affordable balm! Tho that may be hard to find 😂 Great video! (I love how you explained the mineral oil problem in the ponds, most ppl just automatically say it’s horrible, blah blah blah, but I watched Dr Dray and she said it’s not true, that a lot of brands are just on this “natural” kick, even tho saying organic or natural doesn’t necessarily mean good for skin) You definitely do your research and know what your talking about! I love it!

Thank you so much for this group review! I enjoy cold creams & creamy cleansers for my dry skin, but have become sensitive to fragrance fairly recently like you've mentioned. It really did seem like an overnight occurrence, and took me a while to figure out what was going on with my skin. Now I have to make sure any added fragrance is at the bottom of the list, if any at all. Plus, GREAT tip about sealant-type oils in a skincare routine! 😉

Great review! I also enjoyed the Elemis balm, and feel the same way about the price. Will have to try physicians formula if I see it. Thanks 😊

Have you tried the DHC cleansing oil and the BareMinerals cleansing oil? Both have worked excellent getting of waterproof mascara and makeup for me.

@themerz6982

5 жыл бұрын

Good to know. DHC is on the Ulta sale 2day.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried either of those yet - I've currently got the Hada Labo cleansing oil (and love it). My favorite was the Julep Love Your Bare Face cleansing oil, but we'll see if Julep makes it back into stores after they got sold.

Your timing is perfect! I've been wanting to move on from the Pond's that I've been using and couldn't decide which to purchase next! I would love to try the Elemis but not sure I can bring myself to spend that much on something that's not on my skin that long and I was down the drain. I'm going to give the DE a try. Thanks Shelly for all you do for us!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

The DE will be a nice step up without having to completely choke on the price :-D

Love the video! I'm been trying to find a good cleansing balm to try.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

There are good ones in every price range nowadays! It seems balms are trending right now :)

Thanks! I grabbed the Ponds on a trip but have not used it after returning. Been wanting to try the Physicians, fragrance does bother me. Nice to know there are quick options in a pinch. :)

Thanks for the video. Hope you have a fabulous week!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Nicolle!

@nicolledavis3800

5 жыл бұрын

@@goow you're welcome

Clinique is my favorite. I have tried the Physicians formula but I suspect it may have given me breakouts. I have the rose version of the elemis- I like the formula but the Rose scent is quite strong, I’m not really sensitive to fragrances but I won’t repurchase. I have backups of the Clinique from a Sephora weekly wow (50% off).

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

The Clinique is still a top contender :) I had it in the first video and completely forgot to mention it in the second!

I like the Yes to Coconuts cleansing balm. Renee from Gothamista recommended it in her affordable skin care video. It melts all of my make up, including my mascara. It gets into my eyes if I'm not careful, but no sting at all. Good stuff at less than $10 a jar. Beware...the removal sponge sucks. I just use my wash cloth or my microfiber make up cloth.

@goow

4 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried that one yet! Thanks, Lori!

@loriyoung653

4 жыл бұрын

@@goow You're welcome!

You reviewed all the cleansing balms I had questions about, thank you! I loved the video

I'm bad about using balms but totally notice a difference when i do! Great review!!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

They feel so good!

I've enjoyed your two balm reviews. Thank you for mentioning fragrance and how it reacts to the eyes. My skin does not like mineral oil or dimethicone. Oh the acne and rashes! I will definitely be subscribing.

Thanks for doing this video. I've been so curious about some of these and now I no cause ur one of the youtubers I trust.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Sherry!

I enjoy the nooni cleansing jelly? balm I found at Ulta. They seem to keep it over near the Tony moly items. Semi pricey but a tiny bit goes a long way.

Thank you for these videos, they were very helpful! I got a sample of the Good Molecules in one of my Beautylish orders & fell in love with it! My go to’s before were Clinique Take The Day Off & DHC Cleansing Oil.❤️

I always enjoy your videos

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Gabrielle!

I actually prefer a small amount of product in a cleansing balm, looked with that Physicians Formula one. Even using the spatula, I worry about bacteria. And I had one balm mold on me. Smaller amounts means that I go through it faster so it's not as big an issue. (And I use regular Ponds Cold Cream in the winter when my lips and skin gets chapped and windburned. I put it on right before getting out of the shower and wake up the next morning with baby soft skin! Certainly not for every day use, but a nice option sometimes!)

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing that the oils in the balms would be more likely to go bad than other products, for sure. I haven't tried the regular Ponds Cold Cream!

Great, informative vid, thanks! I’m still in love with the Good Molecules balm. It performs so well and the combo of oils is one of my favourites. Soothing and uplifting all at once.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Good Molecules definitely gets my vote! It's most likely to be my repurchase based on the balance of price/performance/ingredients.

I love these videos on cleansing balms! I've never tried one and it's been on my list. I ordered the Good Molecules one! Excited to try it! Absolutely love your sweater! Where did you get it? Thanks, girl! 😊💚

@goow

3 жыл бұрын

I got it in Ireland, but they ship to the US! irishtshirts.ie/shop/product/silver-birds-cross-neck-hoody-622

Your hair looks great! I am going to try a balm. I usually double cleanse with an oil followed by Johnson’s baby wash ( don’t judge!) or First Aid Beauty cleanser

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Ha I think about buying Johnson's baby wash all the time! I've never done it. I just love how it smells!

Thanks for the review. I also loved the Elemis, but not worth the $$$ for me either. Another two for you to try: Jordan Samuel The After Show Cleanser (I use the one for sensitive skin.) It's an HG product. There's also Deviant Cleansing Concentrate from the UK. It's hemp balm (more on the oil side though) cleanser. Lovely product but not sure it's worth the additional shipping charges for US viewers.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I've heard good things about both of those! Added to the list (because I forgot the names of both of them! lol)

I love the farmacy green clean balm!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

That's the one that everybody talks about and I didn't manage to get! But I surely will because it has such a huge fan club :)

Thank you so much for everything that you do us I really like the breakdown

Ulta has the Elemis in Sale tomorrow. I literally came to see if it was worth it 🤣

@goow

4 жыл бұрын

At 50% off, I'm probably going to buy another in the sale!! =D I wouldn't pay full price again for it unless I was spending a gift card or something. It's lovely but holy cow, it's expensive!

@drplatanito

4 жыл бұрын

Geek Out of Water nice! They also recently sent out a 20% coupon 😍

Loved this video

I would be curious to know how long the container lasts you. If you have to use twice the amount of the more reasonably priced ones to get the same effect of the higher end, you would end up going through it faster and then the lower price might not be worth it. Loved the video and definitely want to try the Drunk Elephant at some point.

@goow

4 жыл бұрын

I just finished the Physicians Formula tub and it took me about 3 months (and I probably could've gotten longer from it but at the end I was being very generous with the portions just trying to get it done to move to the next one!) 😂

I really enjoy the Clinique Take The Day Off cleansing balm... have you tried that one? It's kinda middle of the road in price, which is pretty good.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Sherry! Yes, I love the TTDO! I completely forgot to mention it here but it was the inspiration for the first video :)

Shelly, have you tried the pharmacy cleansing balm I think it's called Green clean? I am also so obsessed with cleansing balm's. I agree so hardily with your recommendations but I would have a threesome of Favorites and it would include Pharmacy's green clean.

@goow

4 жыл бұрын

Not yet and I need to! That is one that a lot of people have recommended!

I mentioned in a previous video that you should try Bobbi Brown Extra Balm Rinse....well, I still love it BUT I got it in my eyes for the first time and OWWIE!! You have to be careful not to get it into your eyes. It's very expensive, so wanted to let you know so you can save your $$$ since i know you hate that!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I'm still curious about it because I have heard so many good things! I'm just a person that won't bother to use 2 different things, like one for eyes and one for the rest of my face. I just want to goop it all on and go lol

Can you pls do a review on the new smashbox 24 hr foundation? So tempted to get it but I trust your review more, so I'll wait for your review first.

@krystalfloods6197

5 жыл бұрын

888katiechau I just noticed she is wearing it in this video! So review should be coming up! I’m excited 😁

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Yep it's a bonus foundation review, up tonight!

Thanks for the review girl!✌

So excited for this vid!! 😊

Had to rewatch cleanser #1. Surprised no mention of Farmacy, which I love for performance and no trouble for my sensitive eyes. Rinsed so clean! I got suckered by Drunk Elephant's magnetic scoop but I hate it, feels like Vaseline and MUST be washed off. Cost about the same.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I've heard many good things about the Farmacy! I just didn't get around to buying it before I had all of these on hand! It's likely to end up in my shopping cart one of these times...

Thank you so much for this video! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Oh, I bought that Boots cleanser in London because I forgot my cleansing balm. It was so gross and waxy. I couldn't get it off my skin and just felt disgusting afterward. My 2 favorite balms are Eve Lom and Emma Hardie. Heavenly!!

@bobrucie873

5 жыл бұрын

Cara Richman Eve Lom is the perfect balm, I am waiting for Emma Hardie’s balm in the post, can’t wait to try it!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I need to try those! I haven't tried anything yet from either brand.

Great video 💛💗💜💚♥️💙

Thanks for the thorough review, you've motivated me to try my first cleansing balm. Your makeup looks especially pretty today. Also I love your top, it looks snuggly and comfy. Would you mind sharing where you bought it?

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Beverly! I love this hoodie! I got it in Ireland from a little shop outside the Cliffs of Moher, run by an artist that designs and creates each item by hand. They were working on their web site when I was there, and I just checked and it looks like the web site is up now but I'm having trouble loading it. I hope it's a fluke and maybe it will work for you because it looks like they have a free worldwide shipping promo going on! If I can get it to load I am going to order more shirts! irishtshirts.ie/

@beverlyfuller7312

5 жыл бұрын

@@goow Thanks so much, their website is functional and I love their products!

I have the Elemis and I like it, but it gets into my eyes no matter how gard I try to avoid it and it doesn't sting but it gives me the blurry vision thing which is kinda scary 😔 I think im going to try the drunk elephant one next 🍸 🐘

Hey sweetie..I love a good cleansing balm..my favorite is the Clinique, take the day off..thanks for sharing your and the costs of them..have a great day, sweetie..:)

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

TTDO is a great one!

Ponds doesn't burn my eyes🤷🏻‍♀️

Hi Shelly, Do you have an opinion on the loreal clay pure clay cleanser? Maybe you mentioned it in a previous video and I missed it? I like the smell and feel of this but I have no idea if I should spend the money on the Elemis balm? Thanks!

I LOVE the Elemis balm. Just a heads up I get mine at Beautyexpert.com It's cheaper $57 and they have sales like 20% off. And no tax because it shops from the UK and free shipping. Thought I might mention that. I've tried the SR and not a fan and it doesn't come with a cloth. Haven't seen the other one but have you tried the Emma Hardie? Another nice one. Great video and breaking down each one. Just found your channel and really enjoy you! Thank you.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I keep hearing good things about the Emma Hardie! I need to try it! Thanks for that link - I hadn't heard of them but I see that I can order some of the European sunscreen formulas there!! woohoo!

@HebaS

5 жыл бұрын

@@goow Yay! It does take a little longer to get here like 10 days but hey free shipping and no tax I'll take it. I'm new to your channel and don't know where you are whoops but looking forward to seeing more videos! XOXO

Wow! That's a lot of testing. Thanks for all the hard work. What's your feeling on cleansing oils vs balms. I've only tried one balm and I just can't get into it. I feel like I'm always using more of it than my balm.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I enjoy cleansing oils too but balms are easier for travel (and I traveled a bunch this summer... thus my balm obsession). My favorite oil is the Julep Love Your Bare Face oil but after they were sold, I'm not sure it'll ever come back. Second fave is the Hada Labo cleansing oil!

A dermatologist recommended I check everything I put on my face by searching it on cosdna.com. She said watch for anything over 3 in the acne column as pore clogging.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Amanda- I'll check that site out!

hi, shelly! balm-less in california - evidently i need to get up to speed! have a great week! ~k

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

LOL they seem to be trendy right now!

I could NOT get the Sunday Riley to melt down or become less gritty. I mean I rubbed and rubbed and nothing so I was afraid to try to remove waterproof makeup with it.

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

It's really odd that way. I don't like having to rub my skin quite that much.

Hey, can you please try out the Inkey list Oats Balm? It is really cheap and got mostly good reviews

@goow

4 жыл бұрын

Ooooh I didn't see that they had one! Definitely! I like what I've tried from them so far.

Hi. Do you have the link to the spatulas you got from Amazon? Thanks! 😃

@goow

3 жыл бұрын

I have these (and I still haven't gone through them all yet!!) 😝 amzn.to/35pDuZz

Where is that hoodie from? 😍

@karenjones1897

5 жыл бұрын

i liked it too

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I got it at a little shop outside the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland, and when I was there they said their web site was almost rewady to go. It's one guy that makes all of them custom by hand. It looks like their web site is up now but I'm having trouble loading it - but maybe it's just a fluke. I hope I can get it to load because they have a free worldwide shipping promo on there! irishtshirts.ie/

@iwillstom

5 жыл бұрын

Geek Out of Water I see the site but it keeps doing the “hourglass” thing. Will keep trying. Thank you!!!

I really like the PF one but it does burn my eyes and makes them water like crazy!! The Clinique one does not work at all for me. I also like the Farmacy one so much but I am cheap!!

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried the Farmacy one yet but I hear a lot of good things about it!

Great

I just watched this video yesterday, mostly looking to find an alternate to the Elemis - I have a sample size that I love, but can’t bring myself to pay $64. BUT, was notified that today only it’s HALF OFF on Look Fantastic, with code Elemis50. Just ordered! 😍

@goow

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah half off I'd definitely grab the Elemis! It is great - just a painful price tag at full price!

I don't think balms like me. Every one that I have tried has irritated my eyes, including the Good Molecules. And mineral oil is just too occlusive. It's horrible on your eyes. It can burn and cause blurring, at least for me. No more for me! Thanks, Shelly❣❤

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I think my eyes have built up a tolerance for abuse, since I've worn contacts in them for... oh my, 33 years now? Why did I do that math.... ugh lol

@reneklein6049

5 жыл бұрын

@@goow I wore contacts from 18- 44. I developed dry eye syndrome most likely from autoimmune issues that I have. I'm just grateful that I tolerate most eye makeup and mascara!! No one wants to see my eyes naked!! LOL

Thank you for such a thorough review and your exacting standards. You ticked all the boxes of what I also look for in a cleansing balm. I’ve been badly wanting to try the Elemis, but have balked at the price. However, they are currently offering 25% off - code is SRINGEVENT. So for anyone watching in April 2020 wanting to try the Elemis, now is the time! In addition to the spatula, each jar comes with a cleansing cloth. I’m going for it!

@goow

4 жыл бұрын

That is a great deal!!! Definitely worth the splurge at that price!

New Subie 😊

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

Welcome, Kaeybee!

I'm sorry but the PF one smells disgusting. It's one thing to have added fragrance, it's quite another to have a nasty smelling added fragrance.

Tfs

Wouldn’t waste my $ Coconut all the way to remove makeup , then followed by a gentle super hydrating cleanser . Not a balm fan , sorry

Great vid, very informative. But I was very disappointed when u showed the physicians formula and didn't know the name of the very very kind person who took time to sendit to u....that's too bad

@goow

5 жыл бұрын

I am a flawed human and the slip of paper with her name on it disappeared. I did my best to thank her. She knows who she is.