Life Saving Face Cleanser?

Good Things Manuka Honey Creamy Cleanser is a no fuss daily cream cleanser that contains Beeswax and Royal Jelly, it's ideal for both taking off make up and also cleansing the skin.

First of all let me start with the brand, Good Things contains natural ingredients and is also Paraben, Mineral Oil and Sodium Lather Sulphate free. This brand is very affordable and easily accessible, as it is available at Boots. The philosophy and ethos behind this brand is also great, its a British brand and is created by Alice Hart-Davis, who is an award winning beauty writer, so she really knows her stuff. I also like the fact this brand has their full list of ingredients in each product on their website, so you really know what you are buying.

Back to the product, the Manuka Honey line is a new collection within this brand that is designed to help keep skin clear and hydrated at the same time, as well as helping towards the prevention of ageing. Many products targeted at blemish prone skin strip the skin completely, over drying it and thus causing more pimples, I have had this problem before and have actually chemically burnt my face, so I avoid these types of products at all cost. This line of products is great for all skin types, honey is know for being anti bacterial and the Royal Jelly hydrates the skin without making it oily or clogging the pores. On the other hand, anti ageing products tend to be too heavy for blemish prone skin, so this is the best of both worlds. It is great for sensitive skin as well, because it doesn't contain any nasty ingredients. 

I use this on a full face of make up, dry. Then I use a damp wash cloth and sweep the make up off my face. I also use this on a bare face in the same way, or sometimes on a damp face. I use this all over the face including the eyes, and it does not sting or irritate my eyes at all.

Its an all round winner for me, its affordable, its gentle and also easily accessible. I love this product and this brand as a whole.

150ml - £4.99

Lush - Ultrabland facial cleanser

I have  never considered using an cleansing balm before, mainly due to the fact Iv always felt like my skin is to oily, and that a balm cleanser will break me out. One of the Lush sales assistant pointed this product out to me, she said that this product is designed for troubled skin, and it will be perfect for oily skin, as like removes like. I wasn't completely convinced but bought it none the less and I can honestly say I do not regret it one bit.

This cleanser is used by either applying a small amount to dry skin, clean or with make up on, then working it in, as its a balm the oils really lift any dirt or make up off the skin leaving the face clean and also very soft and moisturised. You then either wipe it off with a damp face cloth or use a toner and a cotton pad to remove the cleanser. 

 This cleanser contains rose which is known for its soothing properties it works wonders at calming the skin and any irritation. As well as rose this cleanser contains almond oil and bees wax, that binds with dirt and oil on the skin, allowing for a very good cleans. There is also honey in this product, which is a natural antiseptic, ideal for those who suffer with spots. 

Ultrabland is a very simple yet effective cleanser, its rich and luxurious, leaves your skin feeling so soft and nourished. As well as removing all trace of make up and dirt. It works well at calming break outs and soothing the skin. Its chemical free and just all round great for the skin. I highly recommend this cleanser to anyone and everyone. 

Avene gentle gel cleanser

Eau thermale Avene gentle gel cleanser is designed for normal to combination sensitive skin, it comes in a 200ml pump bottle for around the £10 mark. It has no fragrance, and is designed for intolerant and the most sensitive of skin. It does have parabens in which I'm not a huge fan of, but this product works a dream so I can forgive them for that. It helps to balance my skin out perfectly, I have combination skin and this product doesn't dry out my face and it doesn't leave it feeling greasy. After using it my skin feels so soft and smooth, this product works great in conjunction with a muslin cloth. It doesn't foam at all (no soap in product), which took me a while to get us to as I normally use products that lather up, its totally clear when on your face despite the product looks slightly pink in the bottle but feels really smooth when applying it.

 I was worried that this might break me out like the Liz earl cleans and polish did, as I tend to go for products designed at targeting spots and deviating away from that made me slightly worried that my skin wouldn't be able to handle not having products that are aimed at spot fighting. I'm happy to say I have not broke out from this product, It has made me re-think my whole skin care routine, I think I might have been over drying my skin, thus causing over production of oil and then creating spots. I also underestimated how dehydrate my skin was, until I started using a product that wasn't aimed at removing oil.

 Avene also do a gentle cleanser that is aimed at more dry skin that is not a wash off formula like this gel gentle cleanser is, as well as millions of other products that would be perfect for people who have sensitive skin, allergies or even skin conditions such as eczema. The packaging for this I actually really like, its simple and clean looking and allows the product to speak for its self and In my eyes this product speaks volumes. Its a no fuss, but effective cleanser and I really do like it. 

I really do love Avene, I use their TriAcneal which I believe really did cure my acne problem, I have never had any problems with Avene, highly recommend! Gold star to Avene for creating such a great skincare line.