Perfect Cleansing Oil

4.5 (352)
$38.00

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Web ID: 17877664

This multitasking cleansing oil quickly melts away waterproof makeup while maintaining skin's moisture. It can be used on wet or dry skin and rinses clean for an incredibly soft and non-greasy, dewy finish. Use it on its own or as the first step of a double cleansing routine.

  • Product Features

    • WHAT IT IS:
    • A lightweight, hydrating facial cleansing oil that thoroughly dissolves waterproof and hard-to-remove makeup, sunscreen and impurities
    • WHAT IT DOES:
    • Rapidly lifts away dirt and makeup, even waterproof formulas; gently protects skin's moisture; non-greasy, dewy finish; dermatologist tested and ophthalmologist tested
    • INGREDIENT HIGHLIGHTS:
    • Squalane hydrates and helps protect skin's moisture barrier; grape seed oil helps improve skin roughness and dullness
    • HOW TO USE:
    • Use in the evening as the first step in your skincare routine
    • Pump twice into the palm of your hand and massage onto wet or dry skin using gentle, circular motions
    • Rinse thoroughly with cold or lukewarm water
    • RESULTS:
    • 95% felt that skin maintains its moisture after using the oil*
    • 93% felt the oil leaves skin feeling non-greasy and dewy after rinsing*
    • 92% felt the oil perfectly removes dirt and makeup*
    • 90% felt the oil removes waterproof eye makeup*
    • *Based on consumer tests with 101 women

  • Shipping & Returns

    • This item qualifies for Free Shipping with minimum purchase! exclusions & details
    • California and Minnesota customers call 1-800-289-6229 for Free Shipping information.
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Ratings & Reviews

4.5/5

352 star ratings, 339 reviews

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On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Moisturizing.

On average, customers rate the Heavy/light of this item as Neutral.

On average, customers rate the Best for day/best for night of this item as Best for night.

339 reviews
13 days ago
from Maine

On average, customers rate the Heavy/light of this item as Heavy.

On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Moisturizing.

On average, customers rate the Best for day/best for night of this item as Best for night.

Very nice.

I have very sensitive skin with rosacea, and this has really helped me. I read that it wasn’t recommended for rosacea, but it’s a go for me!

On average, customers rate the Heavy/light of this item as Heavy.

On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Moisturizing.

On average, customers rate the Best for day/best for night of this item as Best for night.

Recommends this product

23 days ago

On average, customers rate the Heavy/light of this item as Heavy.

On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Moisturizing.

Clean and Smooth

This is my first purchase. I received a sample when I made a purchase and was very impressed with how smooth and clean my face felt afterward. I don't feel the need to use a moisturizer ( but I do). I have seen the difference in how clean my face feels.

On average, customers rate the Heavy/light of this item as Heavy.

On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Moisturizing.

1 month ago
from Iowa

Changed - no longer perfect

Loved this for years, but now it leaves my face and hands greasy. I discarded a near-full bottle and am trying other companies' products. Please consider returning to the previous formulation.

Customer review from shiseido.com

Response from shiseido.com

shiseidopwr3 days ago

Hello JB, Thank you for this feedback. For sustainability reasons, the Perfect Cleansing Oil has had an ingredient swap. Although the product may have a different sensorial experience, it now contains a more effective ingredient. We know that change in texture can be very jarring, so I am happy to share this feedback with our internal teams. -Amber, Shiseido Skincare Expert

2 months ago
from California

Perfect Cleansing oil

I love the way the product makes my skin feel. After use my skin felt clean and moisturized.

Recommends this product

3 months ago
from Undisclosed

It is perfect!

Always my first step cleanser. Very pleasant to use and rinses clean. ⁷

Recommends this product

Customer review from shiseido.com

4 months ago
from Undisclosed

A new product for me. I use it every night now.

The cleansing oil is a great way to use after using the eye & lip makeup remover. It leaves your whole face soft and clean.

Recommends this product

Customer review from shiseido.com

5 months ago
from Undisclosed

Perfect for makeup and sun protector removal

This oil is perfect for makeup and sunscreen removal, very light feel and you don't need to use a lot.

Customer review from shiseido.com

5 months ago
from Temecula

Used to be Perfect but not anymore :(

This used to be my holy grail, go to oil cleanser. It was game changing in my skincare routine and made such a difference in the condition of my oily/combo skin (and I'm not exaggerating). It worked wonders on keeping my pores clean while also hydrating and being gentle on my skin (with no reactions, which I sometimes experience with certain ingredients-drying out skin, some redness, etc). I purchased a new bottle not knowing about the reformulation and upon use I noticed the consistency was quite different. It was more slippery, did not clean well, and ended up breaking me out (and I'm not prone to breakouts!). This is so saddening as now I need to find a replacement after all these years, very disappointing.

Customer review from shiseido.com

Response from shiseido.com

shiseidopwr3 days ago

Hello Rachel, Thank you for your review of Essentials Perfect Cleansing Oil. We are concerned to hear about your experience and have shared your comments with our internal teams. Please be assured that all Shiseido formulations undergo rigorous quality, health, and safety testing. Essentials Perfect Cleansing Oil is dermatologist and ophthalmologist-tested. We want to ensure you are connected to the team that can help, so please contact Customer Care at your earliest convenience: https://www.shiseido.com/us/en/customerservice -Kristena, Skincare Expert