DHC Travel Size Deep Cleansing Oil

Deep cleans pores but doesn't irritate sensitive skin

I have skin that's prone to both eczema and acne and I was having issues with lots of clogged and very visible pores. I bought this to use as pre-cleanser a few times a week to help deep clean my pores and it has helped a lot! I use just 3 or 4 pumps of this cleaser after removing my makeup and it helps get any leftover product off, then I follow with my hydrating Cerave cleanser. My face just feels so soft and clean when I use this. My pores are less visible and my eczema isn't bothered by this product at all. I love this and I'm definitely buying more when I run out!

new staple in my routine

im so glad i gave this a chance because it changed my skin! i have sensitive combination skin that leans more towards dry and is acne prone. ive started using this oil for my double clensing process. my skin has never been this smooth and spotless!!!!

this oil does wondering at removing all types of makeup and i will continue to rub my skin for 1 minute straight to get the gunk out of my pores. you'll be able to feel the dirt/blackheads coming out! then i'll wash my face with my regular cleanser.

Burned my cheek

Just got this and have only used for a few days. Was hoping to add an oil cleanser into my routine but it for sure will not be this one. Been using at night, and the morning after the first use i noticed a slighlt red and patchy spot on the side of my face. Didnt want to place the blame on this cleaser right away but after a few more days of use it only got worse. It feels almost like a chemical burn that even just plain water aggravates it and stings. Ive stopped using it and after just a day it is starting to lighten up. 0/10 for me.

An emphasis on the "deep" cleansing

I saw someone online talk about how cleansing oils can loosen sebaceous filaments and decided to give it a go. It definitely helped me get smaller pores! But it is very stripping to the skin. I would only use this 2-3 times a week knowing what I know now. I used it 2 days in a row after purchasing and now my skin is feeling slightly painful and looking a bit blotchy, but the pores on my nose definitely look smaller. My skin is usually built like steel and very resistant to topicals, so the name "deep cleansing" definitely rings true.

Finally a product that removes waterproof mascara

I've gone through so many products claiming to take off waterproof makeup. Other products I had to rub my eyes to get off my waterproof mascara, just to have some left and my eyes became irritated from scrubbing so much.

I bought this in a whim and I am in love. I always wear waterproof mascara and this does the job. With just a bit of massaging, it dissolves my makeup and leaves none behind.

I figured out that if you use this then a wet make up eraser, every bit of makeup is gone. No harsh smells, rubbing, oiliness or anything left behind. And it doesn't irritate my sensitive skin.

Will be buying this again! The perfect product for double cleansing.

Not for eczema sufferers

A YouTuber recommended this cleansing oil so I thought I would it a try. This is a little more expensive than my other cleansing oil so I thought it would become a favorite. After a few uses to take off my waterproof eye makeup I started having eczema flare up around my eyes. I didn't connect it with this oil because it was Fall season and it's possible that pollen and allergies would cause the flare up. The skin around my eyes would be red and the skin barrier was destroyed. Applying moisturizer would sting and I woke up with puffy eyes like I've been in a boxing match. I stopped using the oil and my skin started healing. I looked up the ingredients to this comparing it to my other oil and the one big difference is olive oil. I then found out that olive oil is the worst thing to apply on skin for those with eczema. Who knew? It's better to use coconut oil instead. Change your ingredient to coconut oil.

ESTHETICIAN APPROVED

My sister gave me a tiny travel sized one and used it for about 3-4 days and I still have soooo much left. You really don't need much to cover your whole face. I am an esthetician and feel like this may be the competitor with the dermalogica cleansing oil. I don't find the smell of this product disturbing as other say. It really doesn't smell like anything at all to me. I still have the mini size but I have to buy the big one. It cleared up my acne very well and removed my makeup with a couple drops. 10/10 recommend!

Can't live without!!

I've been ordering this since 2005. I'm never without it, ever! Cleans deep and removes all eye makeup quickly. Leaving face feel smooth and not tight. Follow up with the olive or pure soap. ( which leaves skin with a moisturizer feeling.) Good for ALL skin types and seasons. You won't be disappointed! I discovered it when I got a random catalog from DHC with a few samples. I wish you all would still send first time catalogs to people with the samples. For, had I'd never tried it, I would've never bought it.

Essential!

I've used this product for years now, and it's the only oil cleanser I use. I've tried other products like the Farmacy oil cleansing balms, but they don't even compare! I do the dry-on-dry technique, and rinse with water after massaging it into my face — my waterproof makeup and sunscreen melt right off. I like that my face feels squeaky clean after. It might seem "dry", but cleansing should be followed up with a normal cleanser and hydrating products as per a typical skincare routine. I never feel any residue after using this, and it's gentle on my acne-prone skin. It's phenomenal :,)

Save your buck!

I really wanted to love this. Heard so many people raving about this product on tiktok, youtube, etc. I have normal/combo skin, and this did not work well. The biggest thing, it caused a breakout on my face. I have it two weeks, maybe my skin needed to get used to it. But nothing, my skin just got worst. Milia (tiny bumps on your face) also started surfacing once I started using this product. Not to mention, it look a solid 10 minutes to completely get my makeup off with this product. It stung my eyes, and was incredibly hard to work with. It also left my skin feeling stiff. I'm still looking for a good oil cleanser in my double cleaning routine, but trust me when I want to say steer away from this. You're better off using a better (and affordable) cleansing balm from the inky list. I'm going to be returning this.