Waste Of Money ....

[Ann]

I always thought Almay cosmetics were hypoallergenic - the eye make up in particular, good for sensitive eyes. I recently bought a mascara Almay Intense i-color and used it for the first time this morning. Within minutes I could feel my eyes beginning to tingle but I persevered with it all day and the feeling wore off. But tonight they have suddenly got so sore I have had to take my eye make up off. What a waste of money, I can't get my money back as it has been used. :(

[Jeza]

Then complain to the makers Ann. They will probably give you your money back and a voucher. Also complain by email, it gets far more attention and saves the price of a stamp.

[sherrardk]

I'm with Jeza, if you're not happy - tell them. I complain all the time (too much time on my hands). I start by saying something positive and then letting them know what my issue is. You could have make-up from a dodgy batch, make sure you include the batch number or other identifying number in your email.

[Buenchico]

Revlon (who make Almay products) might well consider reimbursing you if you contact them. Phone [phone] (noon to 11pm, Mon - Fri). Calls are free from a BT landline.

[askyourgran]

Ann the same happened to me. This weekend I went to Boots chemist to buy some makeup, I am allergic to perfumed makeup and specifically asked the saleswoman which I should buy. Boots own makeup is supposedly hypo allergenic and she applied some to my face in-store. I used it Saturday and Monday but by Tuesday my face had itchy blobs, so I've wasted money there.

[rockyracoon]

Hypoallergenic doesn't necessarily mean that everyone can use it unfortunately as you could be sensitive to one of the ingredients in the product that perhaps most people are tolerant of, I was never able to use their stuff, and don't get me started on hypoallergenic jewellery. I agree with the others though, send a complaint.