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Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily

Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily 80 ea

 
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Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea
 
3.9

(based on 216 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (115)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (43)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (11)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (23)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (24)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (133)
  • Gentle (123)
  • Effective (108)
  • Soothing (58)
  • Non-greasy (15)

Cons

  • Not effective (19)
  • Greasy (6)
  • Harsh (6)
  • Dries skin (4)
  • Stings (3)

Best Uses

  • Eyes (123)
  • Sensitive skin (45)
  • Travel (45)
  • All skin types (42)
  • Face (23)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Classic style (63), Natural (62), Professional (36), Trendy style (17), Dramatic (9)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

I love it!

I think some of the previous reviewers who said that this is really oily must have bought the MOISTURIZING version (which DOES have oil); its packaging is very similar to this non-oily one. ...Read complete review

I think some of the previous reviewers who said that this is really oily must have bought the MOISTURIZING version (which DOES have oil); its packaging is very similar to this non-oily one. In fact, I nearly bought the moisturizing one by mistake and luckily caught the error before I made my purchase.

And those who are upset that this doesn't remove waterproof mascara must have accidentally purchased Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily thinking this IS the oily one.

In a nutshell, the MOISTURIZING version removes waterproof mascara and feels oily; the NON-OILY version does neither.

Now as for my experience with Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, I like it very much. I love that it's portable, so I can travel with it in my carry on. I like that I don't have to break out a cotton pad and a bottle of remover; it's very convenient. It's gentle on my eyes, doesn't sting, and thoroughly removes my eye makeup.

I agree with a previous reviewer that the pads are a bit flimsy- I sometimes inadvertently pick up two or three and have to peel them apart to put the extras back in the jar.

As for the issues with dry pads, I store the jar upside down so that the top pads are always moist. Every so often I put it right side up so that the bottom ones get their share of the remover.

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

 

why why WHY??

Although these claim to be the #1 eye makeup remover, inexplicably, they were changed in the last year. I have been using them faithfully for DECADES but now the pad is scratchier and the...Read complete review

Although these claim to be the #1 eye makeup remover, inexplicably, they were changed in the last year. I have been using them faithfully for DECADES but now the pad is scratchier and the formula is different (less effective). What a drag! These used to be the best for removing waterproof mascara without irritating my sensitive eyes. I find the pads work best if you swipe the pad over your eye makeup (keep your eye tightly shut), making sure to get the underside of lashes as well as on top. Leave it on for a minute, and then blot gently with a tissue. Follow by washing your face. There will still be a bit of moisturizing oil left on your eye area after (so long as you don't scrub at your eyes during the face washing, which you shouldn't anyway), which I like. I do not, however, recommend these to clean off eye makeup if you're going to re-apply more makeup immediately after (they leave too much residue and your new makeup will slide off and/or smudge).

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1.0

They changed ingredient list

By Whipperwhirl

from Oregon

describe yourself Natural

Pros

  • Easy To Use

Cons

  • Allergen
  • Dries Skin
  • Greasy
  • Harsh

Best Uses

    Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

    I used to LOVE this product. Until my eyelids swelled shut for a week and I had itchy red dried swollen eyelids for 2 weeks. I found out that ALMAY changed the ingredients for this product. The oil free eye makeup remover pads now list Diazolidinyl Urea on its ingredient list. I have 2 empty containers that did not list this ingredient and had no problems. ALMAY has since changed it. The solution is greasy now and the pads are rough and yellow tinged. Check your labels! Diazolidinyl Urea is an allergen in many cosmetics these days. Diazolidinyl Urea is a preservative that prevents bacterial growth. It works by releasing small amounts of formaldehyde, a toxic and carcinogenic substance used to embalm dead bodies. Hello! Thanks for letting me know before I rubbed it on my eyes. Diazolidinyl Urea can cause irritations and allergies.
    I emailed ALMAY and am waiting to find out why they state that these are hypoallergenic and that they pride themselves on not using formaldehyde bases as preservatives. Like I said... I used to love these and now sadly I have to find an alternative. I looked like I was stung on my eyelids...for 2 weeks. I hope that ALMAY discontinues using this ingredient in the future.

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    5.0

    Very easy to use!

    By I love Cocker Spaniels

    from San Jose, CA

    describe yourself Classic

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Effective
    • Gentle
    • Non-greasy

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • All Skin Types
      • Eyes
      • Face
      • Sensitive Skin
      • Travel

      Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

      I use this product every day; very simple!

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      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      2.0

      Not the Great Product It Used To Be

      By SharpJ

      from Bay Area

      Pros

      • Non-greasy

      Cons

      • Harsh
      • Stings

      Best Uses

        Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

        I have used these eye makeup remover pads since 1997, but in the last year, the formulation has changed and I just can't use them anymore. They make my eyes water, they sting, they are just awful now!

        Why would Almay mess with something that was so great? Now I have to find a new product.

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        4.0

        So much better than anything liquid

        By Jess

        from New Jersey

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer

        Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

        I love these little pads. They're non-greasy so you're not left washing the residue off your eyes. They're so easy to use too!

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        2.0

        Not The Best

        By Ashlee

        from NY

        describe yourself Classic, Natural

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Gentle
        • Non-greasy

        Cons

        • Not Effective

        Best Uses

        • Eyes

        Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

        I was looking for a product like this to take off eye make up at night. The key thing that is most important to me is non greasy. However, it also needs to work, which this doesnt really do. Unfortunately, it did not remove my eyeliner very well. I dont think I would purchase again. It seems like only greasy products are successful in removing eye make up because I have had zero luck with products that are non greasy!

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        5.0

        Love These

        By fuller

        from Reno, nv

        describe yourself Natural

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Effective
        • Gentle
        • Non-greasy
        • Soothing

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Eyes
          • Travel

          Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

          i use this for everything!

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          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          1.0

          WARNING: New ingredient!!

          By bb

          from San Francisco

          describe yourself Professional

          See all my reviews

          Pros

            Cons

            • Harsh
            • Stings

            Best Uses

            • None

            Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

            I have used this for decades; it never stung my eyes at all. Now it stings like crazy. Although the label looks the same, the order of all the ingredients has recently changed -- and they added a new one, Diazolidinyl Urea. It's a preservative that works by releasing formaldehyde. From its Material Safety Data Sheet: "Causes severe eye irritation. Will cause painful burning or stinging of eyes and lids, watering of eyes, and inflammation of conjunctiva." Shame on Almay for changing the product without at least changing the label's appearance to alert us. And for calling it "hypoallergenic" when it now contains a known carcinogen, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer based in France (although in a U.S.-approved small amount, of course). If you're sensitive at all, recommend trying the small size first!

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            5.0

            eye makeup remover pads

            By massage

            from leawood ks

            describe yourself Dramatic, Makeup is it

            See all my reviews

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Effective
            • Gentle
            • Works with 1 pad

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • All Skin Types
              • Eyes
              • Mascara
              • Sensitive Skin

              Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

              convenient, quick, through, only have to use 1 for both eyes

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              5.0

              Takes off all your eye makeup!

              By 011babay!

              from Dallas,Tx

              describe yourself Classic, Dramatic, Natural

              See all my reviews

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Effective
              • Gentle
              • Non-greasy
              • Soothing

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • All Skin Types
                • Eyes

                Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

                Takes off all makeup even waterproof makeup!

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                5.0

                Always in stock at drugstore.com!

                By Linda Kay

                from Lafayette, IN

                describe yourself Natural, Unpretentious

                See all my reviews

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Effective
                • Fragrance free
                • Gentle
                • Non-greasy
                • Soothing

                Cons

                • NONE

                Best Uses

                • Eyes
                • Great for oily skin
                • Sensitive Skin

                Comments about Almay Hypo-Allergenic Eye Makeup Remover Pads, Non Oily, 80 ea:

                This is the only kind of eye makeup remover I use.

                Service and delivery comments:

                Delivery was prompt and drugstore.com is seldom out of the products I order. Many things available at your on-line store aren't always in stock at local stores.

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