Eastern Experiments: OLAY Moisture-Balancing Foaming Facial Wash with Vitamin E

Photo© 2008 Sasha Manuel

OLAY
Moisture-Balancing Foaming Facial Wash with Vitamin E

It is designed to thoroughly remove dirt, oil, and make-up without over-drying. Enriched with Vitamin E, it helps your skin retain its natural moisture balance. It is 100% soap free, oil free, and pH-neutral. Dermatologically Tested.

My trip to Palawan was close to perfect, in terms of packing my stuff. I mean, I had opted for a bigger luggage to accommodate everything that I may need even when I’m only slated to stay for four (4) days. Remember when I featured the vanity kit I had packed?

Unfortunately, I don’t really keep a separate set of beauty products that are meant for travel. I usually bring the same stuff that I use at home. So I leave some of the things I still need to use before I set off for the airport. Yes, I think you guys know where this is leading. I left something behind. My other Olay facial wash. Goshdarnit.

This prompted me to hit a local drugstore and check for options. I ended up bringing home a tube of OLAY Moisture-Balancing Foaming Facial Wash with Vitamin E.

This facial wash is formulated for normal to dry skin. Though it was a bit damp, rained heavily on some days (esp on the last day!), I didn’t escape the heat or sun. Weather’s pretty erratic, being so close to the sea and all. Walking under the sun can take its toll on my skin. It certainly felt like all the SPF I had on didn’t do me any good.

I have a combo skin and exposed in this condition will bring out the worst in it. I had hoped that this facial wash will provide the comfort and nourishing element to my beauty routine during my vacation.

Lather is ample enough to provide the foam I’m comfortable in. Consistency is just about right as I squeeze the product onto my palm. Vitamin E is always a good thing. And my skin does feel cleansed and moisturised after every wash. I love the fact that it doesn’t irritate my skin.

However, what I don’t like about it is how I find it hard to rinse off. It says it’s oil free but it feels like I just applied oil onto my skin (though I know I’m taking that bit literally). My skin then feels slippery during rinsing so I end up rinsing and rinsing and rinsing until I’m certain I’ve successfully rinsed everything off. Hence, spending more time washing my face.

Suggested Usage: Use morning and evening. Squeeze product onto your palm and lather with water. Rinse thoroughly.

Verdict? If you have dry skin and would want that extra boost in moisture, this product is perfect for you. It’s gentle enough to accommodate a bit of sensitivity on skin but still manages to provide a great cleansing tool.

Where to buy?

Olay Moisture Balancing Foaming Face Wash with Vitamin E for All Skin Types over at Drugstore.com – $5.99

If any of you guys have tried this product, too, feel free to share your thoughts. We’d all appreciate it!