Estee Lauder's Advanced Night Cleansing Gelee is described as a game-changer by users, often paired with their night cream and serum to leave skin feeling refreshed and pure. The gel texture is noted for being soothing and effective in removing makeup and impurities without stripping the skin of its natural oils, making it a gentle and effective start to a nighttime routine.
One user expressed a long-standing love for a cleansing gel from Estee Lauder, praising its effectiveness in cleansing the face and cheeks thoroughly yet delicately. However, a common point of feedback regarding this particular product is its packaging. It's housed in a bottle with a removable lid, and due to its upside-down design, the gel can sometimes flow out when opened. The user expressed a desire for a dispenser to mitigate this issue. The washing gel is reported to have a neutral smell and is made with "amazing ingredients." This product is widely recommended.
Another review highlights the satisfying way this product cleanses, leaving the skin feeling softer and looking brighter. Importantly, users have not reported any negative side effects, such as breakouts, after using it, and their skin feels great, making them look forward to nightly use.
Transitioning to another product, one review mentions that while they recently added the Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm to their routine and love it, they still prefer to wash their face with a cleansing gel or foam after removing makeup. This reviewer details the Estee Lauder product's packaging, noting a double cardboard box and a typical Estée Lauder golden lid. The product contains 3.4 FL. OZ. LIQ. and is advertised as a mousse texture that will erase all makeup and impurities.
Regarding the user experience with this specific Estee Lauder cleanser, a pea-sized amount is typically used, massaged gently onto the face, and then rinsed off with lukewarm water. The initial impression of the product is its herbaceous scent, which, while not a preferred floral or fruity scent for the reviewer, is not unpleasant. The texture is described as creamy, and it lathers up only slightly upon application to a wet face, which some users might prefer to be more substantial.
When used as a makeup remover, this particular product may not be sufficient on its own. It's advised to remove eye makeup separately to avoid irritation, as the product can sting if it comes into contact with the eyes. Furthermore, the reviewer doubts its ability to remove all face makeup, suggesting that a dedicated makeup cleanser should be used beforehand. Despite these reservations about its makeup-removing capabilities, after rinsing, the face feels clean and moist, without the drying or itchy sensation that some cleansers can cause. Users have reported that after a night's sleep, their face appears plump and feels smooth in the morning, even after the first use. It's noted that this cleanser is intended for nighttime use, a detail that was not immediately apparent to one purchaser.
A mini version of a face wash from Estee Lauder, received as part of a Christmas gift set, was tried by one user. A 30ml tube lasted for two weeks, and while the full-size tube costs £25, which is considered pricey for a face wash, the user found it to be well worth the cost. It effectively removes makeup in the evenings, often eliminating the need for a second cleanse. This cleanser is highly recommended for those with problematic skin or anyone seeking a cleanser that completely removes makeup without any hassle.
In a comparison of different cleansing methods, beauty editor Lucy Slight explored the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Micro range. As a fan of oil cleansers, she found that balms are well-suited to her dry/combination skin, as overly foamy products can strip essential oils. Applying balm and oil cleansers to dry skin is crucial, allowing the oil to warm up and melt away makeup. After massaging the balm for about 30 seconds, wetting hands with lukewarm water and using circular motions helps to emulsify the balm into a light, milky emulsion that rinses off without leaving an oily residue. The result was the complete removal of all makeup, including mascara, with just one cleanse.
For those who prefer not to use oil cleansers, Estée Lauder's Advanced Night Micro Cleansing Foam is presented as an alternative for a deep clean. This product also avoids stripping the skin of natural oils. Its creamy formula glides easily, and adding a little water helps to emulsify it into a silky, conditioning foam that rinses off cleanly without residue. Similar to the balm, this foam left the skin feeling soft and completely clean, rather than tight.