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Countertime

Lipid Defense Cleansing Oil

Crafted to remove impurities while preserving barrier lipids, featuring plant-derived Retinatural™ Complex.

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
311 Reviews
$56
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Benefits
  • Nourish
  • Radiance
  • Purify
  • Smooth

This gentle yet effective blend dissolves makeup and impurities while preserving essential barrier lipids through responsibly selected ingredients. Defensive vitamin E, nourishing fatty acids, and our signature plant-derived Retinatural™ Complex of bakuchiol and alpine rose work in harmony to reinforce skin's natural moisture barrier—leaving your complexion soft, soothed, and nourished.

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Clinically Demonstrated to:
  • Improve skin barrier*
After two weeks:**
  • [ 100% ] agreed it doesn't irritate the eyes
  • [ 100% ] said it left no residue
  • [ 97% ] said it easily removed face and eye makeup
  • [ 97% ] said skin felt soft, smooth, and nourished
  • *Based on 32-subject clinical study after two weeks, used twice daily
  • **Based on a 32-subject consumer perception study after two weeks, used twice daily

FORMULATION FACT 01

Formulated without mineral oil, which not only clogs pores that contains petroleum-based hydrocarbon impurities which can be harmful.

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FORMULATION FACT 02

Formulated without heavily ethoxylated ingredients like PEG-12 Diisostearate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, or PEG-40 Sorbitan Peroleate, which may contain trace amounts of carcinogens 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide. We take ingredient purity seriously.

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FORMULATION FACT 03

You’ll never see “Parfum/Fragrance” among our ingredients – Full ingredient transparency, always.

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    4.8
    Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Based on 311 reviews
    Reviews Summary
    Customers say this cleansing oil effectively removes makeup, including eye makeup and waterproof mascara, while leaving skin feeling soft and hydrated. Many reviews mention its gentle, luxurious texture that transforms from oil to a milky consistency when water is added. Users with sensitive, dry, or rosacea-prone skin frequently praise its soothing properties and non-drying formula. Common feedback includes appreciation for the pleasant fragrance and silky feel during application. While most find it perfect for daily use and double cleansing routines, some note concerns about packaging changes and product consistency. Overall, customers express strong loyalty to this cleanser.
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    • Linda M.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age 65+
      Your skin type: Normal
      Your skin concerns: Fine Lines & Wrinkles
      How long have you used the product? About a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      2/24/26
      Amazing cleanser

      This is the first time I’ve tried this and I just love how it works and how my skin feels!

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    • Amada G.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age 35-44
      Your skin type: Oily
      Your skin concerns: Breakouts, Oily Skin
      How long have you used the product? Over a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      2/22/26
      I love this product

      I really enjoy using this product. I feel like it can get my makeup off and still leave my skin feeling moisturized. I will sometimes still use another product to take off my eye makeup, but I don’t always. I feel comfortable using this product on its own.

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    • Laurel H.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age 65+
      Your skin type: Combination
      Your skin concerns: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Redness
      How long have you used the product? Over a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      2/22/26
      Oil

      Wonderful cleansing oil

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    • Victoria M.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Your skin type: Sensitive
      Your skin concerns: Fine Lines & Wrinkles
      How long have you used the product? Over a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      2/17/26
      Lipid Defence Cleansing oil

      I wouldn’t use anything else!

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    • Laurie A.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Your skin type: Normal
      Your skin concerns: Fine Lines & Wrinkles
      How long have you used the product? Less than a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      2/17/26
      Smooth and silky cleansing oul

      This cleanser is the bomb! I wasn’t sure about it when I ordered it but on the first try I was happy I did!

      This glides on. I use it all over my face and neck-including eye area and it doesn’t bother my eyes at all. My skin feels dewy afterwards and fresh.

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