Double cleansing is a two-step face-washing method originally popularized in K-beauty, designed specifically for your nighttime skincare routine.
The idea is to cleanse twice: first with an oil-based cleanser, then with a water-based cleanser to thoroughly remove makeup, sunscreen, sebum, and impurities without stripping your skin. I
Double cleansing is great if you wear makeup daily (long-wear or full-coverage), apply SPF daily, have an oily or combo skin type and have experienced blackheads or congested pores.
After cleansing, your skin should feel fresh and ready for your skincare products to penetrate better. Although, if you’re someone who has very sensitive skin, extremely dry skin or you rarely wear makeup it may not be ideal, and if this is you a single gentle cleanser might be better.
The goal is to not over do it, and you can choose to double cleanse on days you wear more makeup or if you feel your skin needs a deeper clean.
It’s so important to listen to your skin and pay attention to how your skin barrier is feeling after the cleanse. After I double cleanse, I will apply a toner to balance my PH and offer more hydration, then a serum and moisturizer. Also, it’s so important to follow up with a serum and moisturizer to support your skin barrier.
So, what are your thoughts on double-cleansing?
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