Why do I need to double cleanse?

Why do I need to double cleanse?

I always say that proper cleansing is the ‘cornerstone of good skin care’. Without good cleansing, the debris that has built up on your skin over the day or night coats the skin, leaving it looking dull and preventing active skin care ingredients from penetrating properly. So, double cleansing always comes first in any good skincare routine.

What should I cleanse with?

The first step in double cleansing is with an oil-based cleanser. This breakdown and liquifies and oil-based debris on the skin such as oily secretions or makeup. The oil-based cleanser we recommend is applied onto the skin and then emulsified with water on your fingertips to create a creamy, oil-dissolving formula. The product is then removed with a damp sponge or cloth.

The second cleanse is with a water-soluble cleanser specific to your skin type. If you have oily skin this could be a foaming wash, if your skin is dry then a creamy cleanser or if it is sensitive a gentle gel-cream, soothing product. Ask one of our Skin Therapists for their expert opinion.

What Are the Benefits of Double Cleansing?

A double cleanse ensures a much deeper clean to remove stubborn makeup, dirt, sweat and oil. This not only gives you a more healthy and vibrant looking skin, it will help you to get the most out of your investment in the more expensive skin care products.

Most of our clients purchase their active serums and moisturisers to  support their professional skin treatments at Sensoria. Many of these skincare products are an investment and to benefit fully from their ingredients it is important that they are able to thoroughly penetrate the skin to see results. Double cleansing ensure that the skin is thoroughly clean, with no barrier to these active ingredients so they are better absorbed.

Thoroughly cleansing the skin also removes build up of pore-clogging dirt and oils which can lead to skin concerns like blackheads, whiteheads, and acne breakouts.

Who Should Double Cleanse?

Everyone should be double cleansing, especially at night. Removing makeup, sunscreen and the daily build up of dirt gives greater skin health.

People with sensitive or dry skin may not feel that a morning double cleanse is essential, but just try it for a few days and assess how your skin looks and feels. If your skin is very sensitive, monitor the effects and see if you feel it is beneficial for you. Remember to keep the cleansing actions gentle…thorough cleansing does not mean aggressive cleansing. Your skin should not feel sore, irritated or very tingling…. if it does try a different cleanser.

I have no time to double cleanse

The time it takes you to double cleanse will save you time on sourcing and using beauty products to rectify skin challenges. A double cleanse often gives the results that clients seek faster than from more expensive and time consuming products and procedures. Invest time in the basics first!

Want to try double cleansing?

The next time you come in for your Dermalogica Skin Treatment ask your Therapist for a complimentary sample of Precleanse. She will show you how to use it so that you can fully benefit from using it at home.

Angela Bartlett

Angela has over 40 years experience in the beauty and aesthetic sectors. Having been a salon owner, lecturer and International Examiner. “Experience has taught me to look at beauty products and beauty procedures in a realistic and practical manner. I’m never an early adopter and like to see how the science proves itself before recommending”

Originally published September 27, 2024