My first priority when I moved to France last August was to
get myself to the hallowed halls of a French pharmacy. Top of my shopping list?
Bio-Derma, the H.G makeup remover of
make-up artists, beauty bloggers and celebrities. Obviously I needed it. For a
few months I convinced myself that it lived up to the hype, that it was doing a
great job as the first step to remove my makeup, especially after nights out
when that burgundy lip-liner came out, or more than one coat of mascara made it
onto my lashes. However, now that I am down to the final dregs of the large
bottle I bought, I am faced with the decision of whether or not I should
repurchase it; and I find myself hesitating.
Yes, it fulfils its purpose. It removes makeup, but not all-even if you use 3/4/5 cotton
pads. I find that my skin has a greasy
film when I just use Bio-Derma, and even if I just use it to remove a wing that
has gone slightly awry, this is noticeable. As I have sensitive skin and eyes,
I am careful about what I use on my face, so I have no complaints in that regard.
As a makeup wipe replacement, I can see why people prefer Bio-Derma, as it is
more cost effective, but if I am using makeup wipes it is because I am not
bothered to take my makeup off, and using Bio-Derma requires more effort for
me.
Bio-Derma is great value, and does what it promises to do, but
no more. I’m not exactly sure what else I was expecting, but as a cult
favourite it just doesn’t deliver. I don’t plan to repurchase, as I would
prefer to use an eye-and-lip make-up remover such as the Clinique Take The Day Off
Makeup Remover For Lids, Lashes &
Lips, or just double cleanse my face.
I am very intrigued by the other items in the Bio-Derma skincare
range, does anyone have any suggestions?
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