Double cleansing: find out everything about the facial cleansing technique

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Have you heard of double cleansing?

This facial cleansing technique has become increasingly popular in recent years thanks to Korean skincare trends that have been dominating the global market. This process promises to deeply cleanse the skin, removing any traces of makeup and impurities.

If you're looking for more information on what double cleansing is and how to do it, here are some important tips to incorporate this process into your skincare routine. Check out the step-by-step guide to cleansing with this technique and get product recommendations. Let's get started!

What Is Double Cleansing?

As the name suggests, double cleansing involves two rounds of cleansing the skin. Essentially, this technique uses two products: an oil-based one, like a makeup remover, and a water-based one, like a gel or cleansing lotion.

Each of the facial cleansing formulas serves a purpose. While the first one removes makeup, product residues, and impurities from the skin, the second one encourages a deeper cleansing to unclog pores and prevent excessive oiliness, blackheads, and pimples.

This type of cleansing is very useful for those who frequently wear makeup and for people with oily skin, which can suffer from sebum buildup. In these cases, it's most recommended to do the double cleanse in the evening to remove all the residues that accumulate on the face throughout the day.

But can this process be done on all skin types?

Here's a caution: for those with sensitivity and dryness issues, it's not recommended to do double cleansing every day, since excessive washing can further dry out the skin and compromise skin health.

How to Do Double Cleansing: Step by Step

In this process, skin cleansing is done in two steps using different products. Below, Creamy has prepared a step-by-step guide on how to do double cleansing to help you apply this technique to your daily routine. Learn more!

• Step 1 – Oil-Based Product To start double cleansing, choose an oil-based product suitable for your skin type, such as a balm, to remove heavier dirt that doesn't come off with just regular soap. This way, you can remove makeup, sunscreen, or moisturizer residues without harming the skin's protective barrier.
  Apply the chosen formula to dry skin and massage gently. Then, wet your hands with warm water and continue massaging until the oil turns milky in appearance. Finally, rinse and pat your face dry with a soft towel.
• Step 2 – Water-Based Product The next step is to use the soap, lotion, or gel you use daily to clean your face, complementing the cleansing process and helping unclog pores and remove residues of the oil applied in the previous step.
  Start by wetting your skin and applying a small amount of soap to your hands. Apply it to your face and gently rub until a lather forms. Then, rinse with warm water and dry your face carefully with a towel.

Extra Tip: Hydration! Every skin needs hydration to strengthen the protective barrier and prevent dryness and flakiness. Therefore, the tip is to include a moisturizer in your skincare routine to use after washing your face, ensuring healthy and soft skin.

Product Recommendations for Facial Cleansing

Now that you know everything about what double cleansing is and how to do it, you may need product recommendations for facial cleansing to include this technique in your routine. Choosing the right dermo cosmetics is essential to maintain skin health and prevent dryness or the rebound effect of excessive oiliness.

At Creamy, you'll find the Cleansing Emulsion, suitable for normal and dry skin, including the most sensitive types. With Centella asiatica, vitamin E, and chamomile extract in its composition, this dermo cosmetic cleans without drying or causing discomfort, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

Creamy's Cleansing Gel

On the other hand, is more suitable for combination and oily skin. With PCA zinc in its composition, it helps remove excess oil from the skin without causing dryness, providing powerful cleansing that unclogs pores and prevents blackheads and pimples.

Ideally, you should apply the cleansing solution a maximum of two times a day to avoid damaging the skin's protective barrier, preferably in the morning and at night. If you have any doubts about the best product for washing your face, don't hesitate to consult a dermatologist.

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