But maybe that's the point. This outstanding cleanser wins consumer voted award time after time and there's a reason for that. This creamy, wonderful smelling product using fine quality botanical ingredients is probably the most perfect cleanser available today. The reasons for this are instantly obvious in a way the benefits of the average cleanser are not.
So what is this product and why is it so special?
Liz Earle was founded in 1995 by Liz Earle and long term friend Kim Buckland to provide women with natural products which really work. Having sensitive skin herself, Liz particularly was against harsh chemicals commonly found in cleansing products (such as benzyl ). The company is started and remains based on the Isle of Wight. As they promote themselves, a true British beauty brand.
Cleanse & Polish is their flagship (and only!) cleanser. The product suits any skin type, relying on the customers choice of moisturiser to deal with particular skin issues. It's a wonderful luxuriant cream smelling of fabulous rosemary, eucalyptus and cocoa butter which never fails to lift my spirits first thing in the morning and last thing at night. Smoothed all over your face, the formula is so gentle you can use it on your eyes and amazingly, it will remove make-up - even waterproof mascara! This is the 'Cleanse' stage.
The real magic to this product that sets it apart from the rest is the added 'Polish' stage. Once you're ready to remove the cleanser, soak a pure muslin cloth in warm water, wring out, then begin to buff off the cream. The muslin acts as an oh-so-gentle exfoliator, removing dead skin cells, the cream and your make-up all in one shot!
The test of a cleanser to me is the aftermath... How does my skin feel, and how long does that feeling last? Cleanse & Polish leaves your skin tingling, refreshed and most importantly - feeling like skin should! There's no greasiness, no tight feeling, no stinging and no odd unnatural clean feeling that chemical cleansers leave you with. As one whose skin seems to have a personal vendetta against me, Cleanse & Polish is like the nuclear bomb in my arsenal. My skin is far less greasy, glowing and the difference when I've switched to other cleansers is immediately noticeable no matter the price range in question.
Rating out of 10: 9.5
The Good:
Plant based cleanser with naturally active ingredients such as camomile, eucalyptus and cocoa butter - no nasties!
Long-lasting clean feeling
Results from first use
Suitable for all skin types and ages - there's also now a male branded version for the guy in your life!
The Bad:
C&P comes in either 100 or 200ml in either a pump or tube. I personally always opt for the pump over the tube as due to the compression, when the pump is empty, you know you've got every last bit. The tube you will need to cut open if you want to get the most for your money! Using the pump once every time you cleanse also means you get just the right amount of cleanser each time, saving you more money.
The Ugly? A 100ml tube or pump of Cleanse & Polish will set you back £12.25, which may seem expensive for some pockets. However, a little goes a long way with just one pump needed to cover your face. Mine usually last around a month and half.
Liz Earle also offer Cleanse & Polish as a starter kit including 100ml of C&P and 2 muslin cloths. I personally always opt for this option. Priced at £13.75, you're paying just £1.50 for the muslin cloths. 2 cloths bought separately are priced at £3.75. If you have oily spot-prone skin like mine, you'll need those cloths as it's recommended you only use a cloth once before washing to avoid re-infection.
Where to buy: Liz Earle online, Liz Earle flagship store in Sloane Square, selected John Lewis store. And don't miss out when Liz is running a Today's Special Value on QVC - these are a fantastic opportunity to try the Liz Earle range of products at often less than half price.
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