Are you a fan of Lancome Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover too?
I love how easily it whisks away long-wearing foundation and waterproof mascara. But the price… ouch! Why can’t someone come up with a cheaper alternative?
Oh, wait. L’Oreal did. On paper, the Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover seems like the perfect dupe for Lancome Bi-Facil. Does it deliver?
- What Ingredients Do These Eye Makeup Removers Have In Common?
- What Else Is In These Eye Makeup Removers?
- What’s The Texture Like?
- What’s The Packaging Like?
- How To Use Them
- Which Of The Two Should You Go For?
- Availability
- Is L’Oreal Paris Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover A Dupe For Lancôme Bi-Facil?
What Ingredients Do These Eye Makeup Removers Have In Common?
ISOHEXADECANE
Isohexadecane is one of those useful ingredients nobody knows because it’s neither dangerous nor cool.
It’s an iso-paraffin emollient with cleansing properties. That means it removes dirt and makeup (even the stubborn waterproof kind) quickly and easily, while leaving skin silky soft to the touch.
Just what you need from a cleanser.
POLOXAMER 184
Poloxamer 184 is another ingredient you probably never heard of. It’s a polymer that, like Isohexadecane, cleanses skin gently.
It helps water mix with oil and dirt, so they can be rinsed away. It leaves skin soft too.
Its concentration is just a touch higher in Lancome Bi-Facil, which may make it slightly more effective than its L’Oreal dupe.
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What Else Is In These Eye Makeup Removers?
ISOPROPYL PALMITATE
Lancome Bi-Facil may cleanse skin that little bit better, but L’Oreal is more hydrating. It contains Isopropyl Palmitate, an emollient that makes skin soft and smooth.
P.S. Isopropyl Palmitate is super comedogenic. Every time I use a moisturiser with it, I get pimples left, right, and centre. But in an eye makeup remover, it’s never given me any trouble.
Related: What Ingredients Are Comedogenic?
What’s The Texture Like?
Lancome Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover has an oil layer and a water layer. You need it to shake it well before use or it’ll feel a little oily on your skin.
L’Oreal Paris Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover has a lightweight texture, but does leave a slightly greasy film on your skin.
What’s The Packaging Like?
Lancome Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover comes in a sleek blue bottle embossed with a flower. It’s beautiful and practical.
L’Oreal Paris Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover is housed in a curved green bottle. It’s not as pretty, but it’s practical.
How To Use Them
Shake the bottle well, pour some of the liquid on a cotton pad and gently press it over your eyes. Wipe gently.
Which Of The Two Should You Go For?
If you only care about results, get L’Oreal Paris Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover. It gets the job done.
If you want results coupled with a more pleasant texture and a prettier bottle, Lancome Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover is a better option.
Availability
L’Oreal Paris Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover ($7.99): Available at Ulta
Lancome Bi-Facial Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover ($30.00): Available at Look Fantastic, Sephora, and Ulta
Is L’Oreal Paris Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover A Dupe For Lancôme Bi-Facil?
L’Oreal Paris Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover is a close dupe for Lancome Bi-Facil. It’s only slightly less effective at removing makeup, but much gentler on the skin. It’s up to you to decide if the trade-off is worth the huge difference in price.
Lancome Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover?
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Sodium Chloride, Poloxamer 184, Hexylene Glycol, Dipotassium Phosphate, Benzyl Alochol, Potassium Phosphate, Quaternium-15, Benzalkonium Chloride, Fragrance, Citronellol, Geraniol.
L’Oreal Paris Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover
Aqua/Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Isopropyl, Palmitate, Dipotassium, Phosphate, Panthenol, Poloxamer 184, Polyaminopropyl, Biguanide, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Chloride.
Have you tried L’Oreal Paris Clean Artiste Waterproof & Long Wearing Eye Makeup Remover and/or Lancome Bi-Facil? Share your fave option below.
Lancome Bi-Facil removes makeup so nicely except it leaves an oily residue but nothing toner can’t remove. For the amount of makeup I regularly wear: sunscreen, powders (cheeks), and some creams for highlight, mascara, shadow and liner, my DHC oil cleanser takes it mostly all off. Then I use Fresh’s Soy Face Cleanser to remove the rest.
😀 I always thought Lancome’s was ridiculously priced and so I’ve never purchased it. The one I have is a GWP during the holidays.
Any holiday item from The States that’s caught your eye? ;]
Janessa, I agree. There’s no reason to spend so much for Lancome Bi-Facil when they are good and cheaper alternatives around. But it’s a nice one to try if you get the chance.
I love the Sephora Favourites set, especially Give Me More Lip (you know I’m addicted to lip products lol) and Superstars. You get to try so many products without breaking the bank. I also like Too Faced Melted Kisses & Sweet Cheeks Collection. The shades are gorgeous! What about you?
Lancome and L’Oréal are owned together like Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy. Forget which is the parent company.