Cleansing Express Eye Makeup Remover

One question that I often get asked is how to remove makeup, in particular waterproof mascaras like Majolica Majorca mascaras. My usual recommendation is to use a cleansing oil to remove face makeup, as these simply melt the makeup off. As for eye makeup, while a cleansing oil will also do the job, I usually prefer to use a separate eye makeup remover to ensure that I get every trace of makeup off my lids and lashes. Recently, I have been using Urban Decay Clean & Sober which is supposed to be gentle enough for the eyes but I found that it actually stings my eyes a little.

So when Mandom Singapore provided their Cleansing Express Eye Makeup Remover for me to review, I was curious to see how it would compare to other eye makeup removers that I have used in the past. It is a bi-phase remover, similar to those by L'Oreal and Lancome. You have to shake and mix the oil and water layers before applying with a cotton pad. Below are the product description and instructions.


True to its name, the Cleansing Express Eye Makeup Remover works extremely quickly and effectively. With just one gentle wipe of the cotton pad soaked with the remover across my lids, about 95% of my eye makeup (including virtually all the eyeshadow) was removed. It only took a few more gentle dabs to completely remove my eyeliner and mascara. I tried this out over several days with a variety of mascara brands, including Majolica Majorca Lash Enamel Glamour Volume On, Lancome Virtuose Precious Cells, Heroine Make Curl & Long (waterproof) and Maybelline Pulse Perfection Waterproof mascara. It was able to remove all of them effectively without any need for vigorous rubbing. Just gently press the cotton pad against the lower side of the lashes for about five seconds and then gently wipe upwards.

I was surprised to find alcohol to be at the top of the ingredients list but the remover does not sting my eyes or leave my eyelids feeling dry. There is also no oily residue, which you sometimes get with other bi-phase eye makeup removers.

At just S$12.90 for 145ml, I recommend checking this out if you are looking for an affordable and effective eye makeup remover that works quickly even on waterproof mascaras. You can find the Cleansing Express line at the "kawaii corner" in Watsons stores as well as in Guardian Pharmacy and Sasa.