Review of Trilogy Balancing Gel CleanserBy Caroline S.
Packaging: Trilogy Balancing Gel Cleanser is packaged simply and attractively in a matte-finish plastic tube with flip top lid. The colours are cream and burgundy and directions for use (plus the main active ingredients) are shown on the tube itself as well as on the outer cardboard box. The flip lid is brilliant - very sturdy and it stays closed until opened with a sharp tug; this is great because I have found that some less sturdy lids have opened in my wash bag when I've been travelling and spilled the contents of the tube everywhere! The tube is also really easy to squeeze so you can dispense a controlled amount of product.
Application: Although this product describes itself as a "gel cleanser" it could be equally described as a face wash, in my opinion. It is a wonderful, soft, liquid-gel consistency and is so silky that is almost feels like a serum. It doesn't foam at all but it spreads across the skin easily and you find after the first couple of uses that you probably don't need to use as much as you initially thought - which is good from a financial point of view!
The smell of the cleanser is just wonderful. It is strong without being overpowering but as you use it you can smell every ounce of goodness that you are treating your skin to. It smells quite powerfully herbal with floral and fruity undertones and you find yourself deliberately trying to identify the different scents! I love the fact that there are so many beautiful ingredients and yet you can pick out each one individually. Often with cleansers and washes, I find that one scent overpowers all the others and so it is proof of the quality of the Trilogy Products that the blend of this cleanser allows you to really smell and feel everything you are treating your skin to.
I have mainly been using it as I would a facial wash i.e massaging into the skin and then adding more water for a further massage before rinsing. This is because I haven't been wearing much make-up recently and so there was only surface dirt to remove from my skin. However, I did try it with make-up and a muslin cloth and found that it was not bad at dissolving the cosmetics and leaving my skin clean but not as good as a lot of other Trilogy products.
To be truthful though, it seems almost a waste to me to remove make up with this product because it leaves skin so soft and moisturised. My own preference is to remove the majority of make-up with a natural cream cleanser and a cloth/cotton wool pad, then finish by washing with the Balancing Gel Cleanser.
Ingredients: Purified Spring Water, Aloe Vera Leaf, Elderberry Extract, Honey, Comfrey Root, Cucumber Extract, Kawa Kawa Extract, Rosehip Seed Oil,
Results: I absolutely adore this face wash. Trilogy Balancing Gel Cleanser is now a definite member of my "must not be without" collection of bathroom essentials. I have fair skin which is prone to redness and I am currently also experiencing some soreness and tightness in my cheek area. This cleanser is so soft, gentle and soothing that it is an instant relief every time I wash my face. It really does leave your skin soft and moisturised whilst feeling completely clean. It leaves behind no residue whatsoever and rinses off quickly with no need to rub. I just love everything about it. If you have tender or sensitive skin, then this product is perfect for you. Not only does it apply beautifully with no pulling or dragging on the skin but it also rinses clean without the need to rub. This is exactly what sensitive skins need and the soothing extracts of aloe vera and honey just make it even better.If you don't have sensitive skin then you can just enjoy the luxurious feel of the silky soft cleanser and the amazing scent that surrounds and uplifts you. Yes, Trilogy Balancing Gel Cleanser really is THAT good!
Pros:
Silky smooth gel consistency which applies easily
Really comforting for sensitive skins
Leaves skin feeling moisturised and nourished
Leaves skin soft to the touch
Great sturdy packaging that it safe for travel
Amazing aroma that is powerful and uplifting
Balances oily areas without drying
Cons:
Other products are better at removing make up
Trilogy Balancing Gel Cleanser (£19.00) and Trilogy Skincare Products are available at naturisimo.com
