DHC DEEP CLEANSING OIL!

Sat, 05/02/2009 - 8:31pm

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Sharond here! When I was young (and dumb) I used to go straight to bed after a night out, leaving makeup and all the days dirt on my face. I shudder when I think about it now. I soon accepted the fact that my face could not handle such abuse and that I better do the whole remove makeup, wash, tone and moisturize before going to bed.

I started out trying drug store brands of makeup remover and felt they did not work any better than plain facial soap and water. Then I tried cold crèmes and found they worked much better, but me being me, I felt I was above using something my elderly aunts used. I continued my search off and on for years, however I did not find anything that I felt was worth the money the product cost and just used what ever I was using to wash my face, nothing geared to removing makeup.

A few years ago I got a catalog from DHC in the mail which included four samples, olive oil based makeup remover, pure soap, mild lotion toner and olive oil moisturizer. I used Meg’s advice from a column of hers about stretching samples so that I could give these samples more than one use. I was impressed at how well they worked and made my skin feel clean and hydrated. I finally placed an order and have been using their superstar, the Deep Cleansing Oil ever since.

The Deep Cleansing Oil comes in two sizes, a 6.7 ounce and 2.3 ounce, both in pump bottles. This product is used before cleansing to remove dirt, excess oil, makeup, waterproof mascara and other pore cloggers dissolve easily. It leaves your face totally clean and soft. This olive oil and vitamin E based formula rinses off easily and does not leave a greasy residue yet your skin feels hydrated and not dry. DHC labels this product for everyone, not just dry or oily skin.

DHC is the #1 direct mail skin care company in Japan with over 25 years creating products based on the natural benefits of olive oil without adding unnecessary coloring agents or fragrances. They have two land based stores in the United States, one in New York, New York and the other in Gardena, California. I have only used their mail order service ordering on line. The site is very easy to use, packages come well packed and arrive in about a week. You earn points by referring friends or relatives and on how much you order. Shipping is free depending on the amount of your order. If you sign up for the catalog to come in the mail, you will get two to four samples every month. You also receive samples of your choosing when placing an order.

Interestingly DHC also has a fine food section. I thought I would try several of their offerings and I can highly recommend the olive oil and the germinated brown rice.

Anyone other Ladies fans of the DHC line?

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Sat, 05/02/2009 - 8:54pm

cac says,

I am so glad you wrote this review! I used to use DHC products and loved them; then eventually I found that I'd run out of them and I started using other things I could find locally. While I'm not a huge fan of the olive oil stuff, I do love their moisturizers and the primer. They are super! They help you figure out which products are best for whatever ails your skin. And they really do work. They are reasonably priced, and I love trying the little samples before buying. Give them a try - check out their website. And now... I need to go place an order. Thanks for the reminder!

Carole

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Normal Age: 62

Sun, 05/03/2009 - 1:12pm

deepo says,

I am not a regular user of the olive oil cleanser but I have it and it does work great. Not sure why I don't use it always. Maybe because I rotate cleansers (right now - Neutrogena's foaming cleanser - inexpensive and takes it all off without drying). I wish DHC had a store in NYC. I'd probably use it more but the products are all top quality.

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Other Skintype: Combination Age: 56

Sat, 05/02/2009 - 10:12pm

britts says,

While I don't use DHC products, I use straight olive oil (extra virgin if that matters) as a makeup remover. I just keep a little squirt bottle full of it in my bathroom, then soak a cotton ball with the oily goodness, and bye-bye make-up! It even gently removes my stubborn eyeliner and mascara. I haven't broken out from doing this, but I always follow-up by washing my face with a good cleanser.

Eye Color: Blue Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Oily Age: 25

Sat, 05/02/2009 - 11:05pm

champ3377 says,

Yes! I learned that cleansing skin with oil first draws out impurities, as lipids bond, and my maternal grandmother and mom had nary a problem throughout their loves, as they used Pond's Creme. I think DHC has a small translucent bar which works well, but, like CAC says, "Excuse me--I need to purchase more." Loved this, Sharon.

Eye Color: Hazel Hair Color: Red Skintype: Combination Age: 43

Sat, 05/02/2009 - 11:21pm

vicci13 says,

I got the clear soap sample and used it, i love it. I love the deep cleansing oil too. I keep the sm soap sample for travel. It is good stuff. I forget about them but when I get my magazine w/ the samples I remember how much I enjoy them. Olive Oil is a great product. It is so good for you inside and out. Do U have school age children? if so, here is a olive oil tidbit for u. Your child comes home w head lice, horrifying. What will help? olive oil! wash your childs hair w/ lice shampoo, pour olive oil on the scalp and hair, wrap their head, leave it on a min. of 2 hours but, best over night, wsh their hair, repeat in 2 weeks. Lice breathe thru their sides, olive oil conditions the hair and kills the head lice too.
you can use olive oil on your skin and hair w/out lice too, pediculosis capitis isn't the only reason to deep condition w/ olive oil. GLAM ON W/ VIT E AND OLIVE OIL.

Eye Color: Hazel Hair Color: Red Skintype: Age: 45

Sun, 05/03/2009 - 5:55pm

ldpage says,

When I was in my 20's I used to come home and go to bed with all my make-up on too, when I think about it now...I cringe! Now that my 40's are here, they've been here for the last 5 yrs, LOL as soon as I get home from work I am gathering up my eye-make-up remover, facial cleanser, facial mask, moisturizer, eye area moisturizer and chapstick . I want the make-up removed as well as the grime of the day OFF MY FACE! I am going to sign up for the catalog and give the samples a try. I lvoe the internal benefits of olive oil, but I've never tryed or used and olive oil based cleanser. I am curious...

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Normal Age: 46

Sun, 05/03/2009 - 6:22pm

barbyedoll says,

I am a HUGE fan of DHC Deep Cleansing Oil. It works so well and so easily on my skin that I've (at last!) happily gotten in the habit of cleaning my face every evening. I've also used their mild soap, which works well for me since I have combination skin that is also quite sensitive. I get so many remarks from people who admire my skin.The Deep Cleansing Oil cleans well without stripping your skin and rinses off cleanly, and there's no oily residue to gunk up your pillowcase! I'm a fan!

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Combination Age: 58

Mon, 05/04/2009 - 3:22am

vagabond says,

I love the Deep Cleansing oil and love getting my samples of it, I still can't justify buying it on a regular basis (I use reg olive oil instead) for me they are a little expensive for cleansers but great samples.

Eye Color: Green Hair Color: Blonde Skintype: Dry Age: 42

Mon, 05/04/2009 - 9:41am

mjsred says,

I have received the catalogs and samples and have tried these...never really found any one product that screamed "wow" but I'm thrilled to have this line reviewed as I believe they truly do give many women a chance to experience some good products without venturing out to shop...many are still overwhelmed by the tons of choices and this simple and effective style of marketing is just good business as I see it.I've tried the "oil cleansing method" and honestly found it didn't work for me personally,I'm a Cetaphil girl from wayyyyy back and then use whatever cleanser has me excited that week,LOL! I shudder to think what my skin would look like if I didn't literally steam and soak it clean every evening...

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Red Skintype: Combination Age: 55

Tue, 05/05/2009 - 5:09am

jeanasina says,

I used to use DHC products. It started when I received one of their catalogues. I love that they always have samples in their catalogues. On the down side regarding samples from them; if you tear out the sample and think about using it later, you will realize there are no instructions on the little sample - so it's best to leave it in the catalogue next to the explanation of the product until you are ready to use it! I liked the DHC products although it's been so long that I dont' remember how I felt about the olive oil based make-up remover. I stopped ordering for the same reason I always stop ordering; it gets expensive and I hate shipping costs on top of it! My current favorite make-up remover especially for eye make-up removal is Extra Virgin Coconut Oil! I love this stuff! It keeps my face hydrated (I have dry skin) and it NEVER ever stings my eyes or leaves them irritated, it just removes every bit of eye makeup and leaves my entire eye area hydrated. I will usually leave the EVCO on my face and just massage it in; after I wipe most of it off with a warm wash cloth.

Jeanasina!

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Blonde Skintype: Dry Age: 61

Tue, 05/05/2009 - 9:06am

tantejoan says,

Sharond, thank you for the reminder! I come back to this at least once a year, and always wonder why I tend to opt for the higher-priced spread when this is so good. I suspect because my own favorite, SK-II Cleansing Gel (much more expensive) is in a semi-sollid state and therefore easier to scoop into a small container for safe travel transport. I just never can settle back into my airplane seat while visions of oil leaking into my luggage haunts me. But if that were not my priority I would stay true to DHC, no question. In fact, I'm going to zip over to their site and order some right now.

Eye Color: Blue Hair Color: Blonde Skintype: Dry Age: 64

Thu, 05/07/2009 - 8:49am

lulu says,

I used to use DHC also. But I agree I didn't like the shipping cost and just started buying stuff at Whole foods and Sephora. But I did really like it and it work really well. The oil cleanser leaves your skin feeling very clean and soft, they have good eye cream and the velvet cream is amazing. I still get the catalog with the sample in them, I save them for travel.

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Blonde Skintype: Combination Age: 37

Sat, 05/30/2009 - 12:42pm

wishfuleyes says,

I received these same samples in the mail years ago. I can't remember how well I liked them, but I do know that I didn't dislike them. I'll have to hit their website and give it another go!

Eye Color: Green Hair Color: Red Skintype: Dry Age: 30

Mon, 06/01/2009 - 2:43pm

kellie76 says,

I worry that this would be way too much for my very oily skin. I understand the principle behind it. I am just very skeptical that it could work for my skin type. What do you all think?

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Oily Age: 32

Wed, 06/03/2009 - 4:46pm

fairyrave says,

I have always been very intrigued by cleansing oils. I have always been curious to try them, but I figured it wouldn't be good for my skin, or that it would clog my pores. But after this review I'm reformulating my thoughts on cleansing oil.

Eye Color: Blue Hair Color: Blonde Skintype: Oily Age: 23

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 10:18pm

janetlove says,

Fairyrave, I share the same concept with you. That's my way of thinking about cleansing oil. I thought it may harm my skin. But with this review, I think I'm gonna use some brands and I wouldn't resume to my old school thinking. Thanks.

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Black Skintype: Normal Age: 24

Thu, 06/04/2009 - 8:06am

Caramel Diva says,

I like to clean my face twice a day. I think this is a really good product to try. I really like removing my makeup with oil it makes it easy to remove eyeliner and mascara.

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Black Skintype: Normal Age: 22

Thu, 06/04/2009 - 11:23am

jaccijo12 says,

i need to get the whole line to keep my skin in check

j.baby

Eye Color: Green Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Oily Age: 19

Fri, 06/05/2009 - 9:45pm

wuzzyangel says,

My friend sent me a few sample of this, and I have to say I was surprised. First off because I have oily/combo skin... And I was like.. OIL?! But it took all my makeup off very well and left my skin feeling soft without being an oil slick. I don't think I'd use this to replace my cleanser, but it makes a great deep cleaning MU remover before cleanser!! The only thing for me is that it's hard to come by where I live.

¤wuzzyangel¤

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Combination Age: 29

Fri, 06/12/2009 - 11:57pm

nina0205 says,

Good oils really make for good cleansers.

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Combination Age: 23

Sun, 06/14/2009 - 10:45am

agrimony says,

Good review. Does anyone have the link to Meg's advice on stretching samples? I would love to read that. TIA!

Eye Color: Green Hair Color: Red Skintype: Normal Age: 39

Sun, 06/14/2009 - 11:45am

MyOwnJudge says,

i have never tried thos - i try to stick to the tried and true drugstore finds that got me through high school loli want to read the link on stretching samples too!

-Miss Yaya

http://myownjudge.blogspot.com/

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Normal Age: 21

Sat, 07/04/2009 - 7:33pm

erica says,

it's amazing how putting oil on my oily skin actually makes it cleaner! And it does not in any way increase the oil production. Smashbox makes a similar product, but it is not nearly as effective.

Eye Color: Green Hair Color: Red Skintype: Oily Age: 41

Sun, 07/05/2009 - 8:22pm

makeupper says,

Oh wow, I have never tried anything like this. Definitely interested in giving it a go, especially since the oily skinned ladie's comments have assured me that it doesn't make their skin any oilier! :P

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Oily Age: 22

Sat, 07/11/2009 - 5:59pm

kedavis03 says,

Wow. Forgot all about this brand. I always got samples in the mail and loved them.

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Combination Age: 24

Mon, 07/27/2009 - 11:55am

i love make up says,

this looks like just the thing i have been after, i hope they ship to the uk

Eye Color: Hazel Hair Color: Brunette Skintype: Combination Age: 22

Tue, 07/28/2009 - 8:48am

girlwith2eyes says,

Well, I la-la-love this stuff!!! It's my HG makeup remover. I'm using it now. It's moisturizing and nourishing without being greasy. It removes makeup amazingly... I just love it! I tried the Shu Uemura one too (yellow bottle) I think DHC one is comparable to Shu (well both are Japanese brands) Only the DHC one is a lot cheaper :)

Eye Color: Brown Hair Color: Black Skintype: Oily Age: 21

Wed, 07/29/2009 - 6:24pm

simplesweets says,

This is amazing but this is out of my price range. :[ My friends use this and rave about how great it is. None of my friends broke out from this,so its good!