I haven't used blotting sheets for a long time - although I remember using some from Superdrug, which released a powder onto your face. I really wasn't keen on these; the finish wasn't smooth and could look uneven. So when I saw this new powder free release from Kleenex posted about by Vicki from Let's Talk Beauty I knew I had to try them! I always get a bit oily and shiny around my T-zone - not the best look!
The little cardboard pack contains 50 sheets, retailing at £2.99. The pack states;
"Dab away excess oil and keep your make-up intact."
Inside the pack is a little sticker, which will pick up a sheet for you every time you open the pack. I think this is a really nice touch and means you don't have to handle the sheets much before using them. The sheets are purple with a plain shiny side, which is to use on your face and a pretty matt patterned side, which is just for handling really and maybe blotting with style?
So do these work? Yes they really do - and you can see them working! Press the sheet against a shiny part of your face and the colour will change to a darker purple when it's absorbed any oil. Plus you can see it on your face too - no shine, no oil, your skin feels fresher and smoother and makeup has stayed perfectly intact, just as promised!
The Verdict
This is a great product, which does exactly what it says on the pack! I think the price is pretty good too - even Boots own blotting sheets are more expensive at £3.56. I will definitely be re-purchasing! I would much rather use this than keep applying face powder to combat shine and oil.
Do you use blotting sheets? Have you tried these by Kleenex?
Beauty Bird xx
These sound good - I very rarely get oily in my old age (lol!) but these would be great to keep in my handbag for when I do. They are very pretty for blotting sheets! x
ReplyDeleteThey are brilliant for popping in your bag, they don't take up any space at all! I agree they are very pretty :-) xx
DeleteTHey are pretty I just bought the Kleenex Facial Cleansers in my Tesco Supermarket Haul so far so good. Let me know how you get on with these.
ReplyDeleteI npticed they've started branching out into facial wipes etc! I'd definitely recommend trying these!xx
DeleteThink I may have to give these a go when I run out of my current blotting papers xo
ReplyDeleteI really like them! What blotting papers do you use at the moment?xx
DeleteEveryone is talking about these! They seem amazing, I may just have to invest for my nights out!
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Didn't think of them for nights out, they'd be pretty handy! Good plan!xx
DeleteThese sound great, and very reasonably priced too. I have never felt the need for anything like this in the past but more recently my T-zone has decided to become oily, so now these are an absolute must as my makeup keeps sliding off!
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Mel x
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Thank you, hope you did too :-)
DeleteI kind of forgot that things like these existed really! I don't think I'd be without them now, they're great for getting rid of oil!xx
I've seen a few reviews of these and they look pretty good! I used to use the Superdrug ones too but I agree that they made me look patchy and a bit cakey x
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The other reviews I've seen are good too, it's definitely well deserved!xx
DeleteThese sound great would like to give them a try!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely recommend it! :-) xx
DeleteWill be picking these up when my Body Shop Tea Tree ones run out! x
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Yay :-) xx
DeleteI was really impressed with these. I reviewed the recently too, pointing out the fact that they'd be good for guys too, not just girls wearing makeup etc.
ReplyDeleteI don't normally leave links etc but as it's relevant - http://www.pamperedprince.co.uk/2012/08/kleenex-shine-absorbing-sheets-for-men.html
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Thanks for the link :-) I read your review when you first posted it, it's great, so hope others do check it out! Completely agree - great for guys too xx
DeleteI have the boots ones and I'm just not keen. Will have to pick these up to try x
ReplyDeleteHope you like :-) xx
DeleteI've just run out of my ELF tissues (which I normally have to order in bulk lol) so I think I'll give these a go since they sound fab, and a million times easier to get my hands on! :) x
ReplyDeleteThat's the only thing about ELF, paying the shipping! Good plan :-) xx
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