What happens when the skin is cleansed?
When we apply a cleanser we generally use a gel-based or milky cleanser that contain surface active agents to provide a cleansing action. Considering the amount of sebum, make-up, sweat, environmental hydrocarbons and sunscreens that potentially collects on the skin, a single cleanse will only remove superficial debris and is certainly not adequate for a thorough cleansing. But there is no need to resort to a harsh, stripping astringent. A simple Double Cleanse will thoroughly remove oils, dirt and grime from the skin.
The only catch: If you Double Cleanse only with a water-based cleanser, there still may be some oil-soluble substances left behind – particularly when cleansing oily skin. But if you Double Cleanse with an oil-based cleanser first, you’ll get better results.
Why cleanse with oil?
In chemistry, it is said that like attracts like. Cleansers that are formulated with plant-based oils (Borage Seed, Kukui Nut, Apricot Kernel, etc.) can better melt the layers of oil-based debris on the skin; the oil molecules bond to each other, unlike water molecules in a non-oil-based cleanser. These oils then emulsify with the addition of water to encapsulate and remove the trapped debris, allowing the second cleanser to penetrate even further than before – without making the skin feel too dry or stripped.
Top products to double cleanse with:
PreCleanse Balm
Deep cleansing balm-to-oil melts away impurities and makeup
Special Cleansing Gel
Soap free, pH balanced and refreshing
