L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Laser Gel Wash

As a long-term acne sufferer I'm a big fan of products containing glycolic acid, so I was excited to trial L'Oreal's Revitalift Laser Gel Wash. Glycolic acid is a keep ingredient I look for in my skincare as not only is it fantastic for keeping my skin looking clearer from acne but as I've gotten older and my skins needs have changed (I'm 34 now) I look to it for anti-aging reasons too.

Let's skip a thorough review of the packaging and go with a basic run through - totally fine, the tube format is great for travel since seals well and hyginic, while easily dispersing product. My only comment here is with a tube it's very easy to dispense too much of a gel format so don't squeeze too hard!

The cleanser itself is what you really want to know about, and safe to say she's a keeper! The formula itself is thicker than other gel cleansers I have used, you really only need a small amount as it works very easily into a thick lather. I know some people don't like things too foamy but recently my combo skin has been feeling particularly oily under all these face masks so I appreciate the foaming feeling which helps me feel like I've really removed the impurities from my skin, without stripping it bare.

I love a chemical exfolliant but am often cautious about using one too often, this cleanser however is gentle enough that using it morning and night didn't irritate my skin. Instead I was left with noticeably clearer, visibly brighter skin that to me really did look healthy and glowing. Personally I didn't notice any changes in visible pores which is the only claim I would say it didn't meet in my use.

If I could make one change make to this gel wash would be in the fragrance. It does have a pleasant perfume but I did find it quite overpowering, and completely unnecessary in a product which is going to be washed down the drain.

Would I use this again? Yes! My go-to cleanser has been another skincare brands daily glycolic cleanser, and with Revitalift Laser Gel Wash coming in at an amazing fifth of the price of my usual product I think I will be making a swap.

This cleanser is so thick, it's the thickest gel I've ever used. If you over-decant it, it will be too much for your face, so squeeze gently!

That's the only negative.

This is a refreshing, tingling cleanser, it kind of feels like that menthol feeling (in a good way!) and it works to a very light foam.

As this is a cleanser with an active, I don't want to slap it on and immediately wash it away, so I work it up and then leave it on for a minute or so before rinsing away thoroughly.

I experienced no stinging or reaction, I actually found it gentle and non-stripping.

Immediately after use you can feel the difference, skin is soft and isn't tight at all.

This is an amazing introduction to gylcolic acid, a great cleanser and a really good RRP. I'd happily buy it at full whack!

I like the smell of this, reminds me of aloe vera. First time using it I used abit too much, I didn't know it would get quite foaming, so you only need a little bit. Gel consistency and lathers very foamy which made my skin abit dry. It claims to smooth and brighten skin, not sure about brightening but it didn't break me out. I have oily skin and my skin looks dull when it's dry so I don't think I would purchase this again but not too bad and il continue to use up the bottle.

The Revitalift Resurfacing Gel Wash with 3.5% Glycolic Acid is a fantastic anti-ageing facial cleanser that will leave your face feeling cleansed and soft from the first use. It's a very easy to use gel wash, and only a small amount required with each use. Applied to damp skin, using a circular massage motion, it will give your skin a deep exfoliating clean without the scrub of harsh beads. This gel wash doesn’t have a strong fragrance, just a hint of a fresh scent that is pleasant without overpowering. It’s very well priced, with several New Zealand retailers stocking this gel wash, and because a little goes a long way one tube is going to last a long time. The packaging is an eye-catching red with a clear section at the bottom of the tube – which is fantastic for seeing how much you have left! It also has a very secure flip style lid, leaving no fears of leaking. The best part is the eco-designed tube is also made of a minimum of 25% recycled plastic! I believe my skin is glowing, renewed and plumper. From the first wash my face had more of a glow, and impurities were visibly removed. Any build-up of dead skin I had prior to this cleanser have been washed away leaving me with a fresh face, without any drying or tightness. I would recommend this resurfacing gel wash if you’re wanting smoother and brighter skin at a reasonable price. You won’t be disappointed!

I quite like using the L'Oréal Revitalift gel Wash. The directions recommended using the product twice a day, though I only used it once a day (in the morning shower).

It does a great job at cleansing the face and you only need a tiny bit of cleanser - a little goes a long way with this product.

I was unsure that this product would exfoliate as there were no beads/scrubby stuff - it seemed to exfoliate fine!

I’m not convinced it will assist with anti-aging, I guess time will tell.

I have started to get oily patches on my face (before using this product), which I found reduced (not 100% gone) whilst using this cleanser.

The texture is gel like and feels wonderful when rubbing over face and the aroma is quite sutle.

i got picked to try this. thank you! i have never used anything with glycolic acid before, and having sensitive skin i was a little worried about using it, but i was pleasantly surprised. i have never had the best face care routine, but now that im getting older i really need to take care of my skin. The smell isn't the best, but its not bad either. its very easy to use, wet the face, rub the wash on, and wash it off. pretty easy. you don't need much either, about a pea size amount for the whole face, it goes a long way. the first few times after washing my face it felt pretty good, my skin was very smooth, the next few times i did find my skin was a bit drier, but nothing a day or night moisturizer doesn't fix. i think i will need to use it for a few more weeks to really see a true outcome, i did only get to use this for about a week, but overall my skin is a lot nicer feeling and softer than normal. this will be something i continue to use, at least till ive had enough time to really give it a chance

I really enjoyed this trial team thank you so much BR!

So this is a cleanser containing glycolic acid, which meant I was expecting super smooth skin and my dry patches to be gone. I was not disappointed!

I like the tube format, it's functional, however you really don't need a lot of this product and I think it needs to dispense less at a time.

It's really thick - it took me a couple of days to figure out you really have to agitate it quickly so it doesn't get washed away. I used a reusable face pad that's super soft and fluffy and the combo seemed to work well together.

I really like the feel of this cleanser - you can feel it doing something and I think that's not often the case for a cleanser. This is really effective at cleaning the skin and removing make up, but its also the bomb at exfoliating the skin.

I had a few dry patches at the start of this trial, on my cheeks and forehead. These were gone within 2 uses and haven't returned.

My skin looks brighter and healthier and is much nicer to the feel.

I can't believe this is a $15 cleanser - I'd pay more!

Packaging: The tube is sturdy and functional. I like that there's no box as I'm trying to reduce packaging.

Formulation: The gel is dense and clear. It smells pharmaceutical but not perfumed.

Economical? Very. I found this for around $18 full price, and on special for $12 at Countdown. Even at full price it's going to give you a lot of bang for your buck as you only have to use a small amount.

During use: There's a slight tingle to this. It's not the same as using a chemical peel and it's not like that stingy feel of using some active serums, it's more just an awareness that there's something on your face, doing something to your skin.

Results: This product works. It exfoliates, it brightens, it unclogs pores. It's a powerhouse of a cleanser.

The only reason I marked it 4/5 for Would I use Again is I would use again, but I wouldn't use this as my regular, twice-a-day cleanser, as I think it's a bit much for my skin. I'd be more likely to use this for a fortnight, and then switch to a gentle cleanser for a week or so, before rotating this back in.

All up - great product, highly recommend.

This cleanser is a clear gel with very little odour. Only a very small amount is needed to give a great wash. I used it on my face and neck and think it made quite a difference to the feel of my skin. Felt very clean and taut. Long term I expect my skin to look better and better but very happy with it over the the first week I have been using. It’s widely available at a very reasonable price from supermarkets, chemists etc

Tried this gel wash. As soon as I applied it I enjoyed the thick gel feel. Once this was rinsed and dried my face felt very refreshed and new. It has been 1 full week since this product arrived and I have been using and while looking into the mirror as I type I can see my pores have definitely refined and my face is smoother and brighter just like the product says it does. The only other observation i have noticed is my face has become a little more oily in my T zone although this could be due to weather, more masks wearing, more activity, or peri menopause I could be experiencing