Double cleansing can make a massive difference in your skin! Fans of double cleanse swear by its positive effects on their clogged pores, skin impurities, and even acne, along with perfectly residue-free skin after wearing heavy makeup and sunscreen.
But first…what is the double cleanse method?
As its name implies, the double cleanse method involves washing your face twice in your night care routine with two different cleansing products.
The first cleansing aims to remove the makeup and sunscreen from your skin by dissolving the oil those products contain. Using oils is the best way to dissolve oil gently. However, using only oil will not do its job because oil is hard to remove from the skin. Oil-based cleansers are formulated so that when combined with water, they emulsify and turn into a milk-like structure. As a result, they leave your skin at ease and wash away heavy oil. The second step is to remove the impurities left on the skin with a water-based cleanser.
Why do you need to double cleanse?
Makeup (especially waterproof makeup) and sunscreens are formulated with heavy oils and silicones that can be hard to remove from the skin.
Even though your eyes cannot see the residues, your skin will tell! Unremoved oils trigger clogged pores, acne, and skin textures. That means you must completely eliminate any makeup or sunscreen on your skin.
Famously known in chemistry that oil dissolves oil! So the best way to dissolve oils is to use an oil-based cleanser as a first step. Upon rinsing, oil cleanser from your skin, followed up by a water-based cleanser, to deeply cleanse your pores.
A burning question: why not use a water-based cleanser twice?
This can be harsh on your skin as water-based cleansers are formulated to use twice daily, not three or four times! In addition, they can strip the essential oils from your face due to the surfactants they contain. This can, in turn, damage your skin barrier and lead to dehydration. Oil cleanser is gentler to use rather than using water-based cleanser twice. Also, oil cleanser dissolves makeup more gently and better than washing your face with a water-based cleanser two times.
Any suggestions for a perfect double-cleanse?
Start your night-care routine with a super gentle yet powerful Zero Balance Cleansing Balm.
It effectively removes sebum, makeup, and sunscreen from your skin, including your gentle eye area! Designed for all skin types, this pink cleansing balm works inside the pore walls to deeply purify the area with two unique ingredients; Carolina and Olive leaf extract. They work together to remove excess sebum while simultaneously delivering their superpowers; Carolina extract helps brighten the skin tone, and Olive Leaf extract calms the skin and provides anti-aging benefits.
Centella Asiatica is another hero ingredient in the formula that naturally increases the skin’s moisture level, which is why after rinsing the balm, the skin feels extra soft and smooth. Finally, an antioxidant powerhouse is grape seed oil, which is vital in healing the skin barrier.
All these unique ingredients in the formula work to super cleanse the skin while providing an antioxidant effect that leaves skin supple and smooth.
As the second step in your double cleansing, use Olive Leaf Gentle Cleanser to deeply cleanse your skin with a soft touch. This hydrating cleanser is very gentle, with a skin-friendly pH level of 5.5
Even acne-prone skin needs gentle cleansers because harsh cleansers can exacerbate sebum production, which triggers and even, at times, worsens acne. Hence using a mild cleanser is of utmost importance for acne-prone skin. Centella Asiatica and Olive Leaf extract are used in the formula to derive antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. In addition, it helps to skin to heal and calm.
With this perfect duo for your double cleanse ritual, you will feel the difference in your skin. And we will welcome you to the double cleanse fans club!
