Double cleanse Korean skincare: wat is het en heb je het nodig?

Double cleansing Korean skincare: what is it and do you need it?

 

What is double cleansing?

Double cleansing is a cleansing method from the Korean skincare routine where you cleanse your skin in two steps in the evening. First, you use an oil-based cleanser. Then, you follow up with a water-based cleanser. It sounds extensive, but it's actually simple.

 

When should you double cleanse?

Do you use makeup or SPF? Then double cleansing is recommended. Makeup and sunscreen are often oil-based. A regular cleanser doesn't always remove them completely.

Don't wear makeup? Then you can skip the first step with an oil cleanser. 

You don't have to make your routine more elaborate than necessary.


What does an oil cleanser do?

An oil-based cleanser:

 

  • Removes makeup
  • Dissolves SPF
  • Removes sebum and dirt

 

The oil cleanser in our 5-step starter kit is suitable for all skin types. Even oilier skin benefits from a mild oil cleanse — it removes dirt without drying out your skin. Even oily sensitive skin can use this oil cleanser.

 

How to use an oil cleanser?

Always use an oil cleanser on dry skin. Only then can the oil effectively dissolve makeup, SPF, and dirt.

 

  • Make sure your hands are clean and dry before using skincare products
  • Dispense 1-2 pumps into your dry palm.
  • Gently massage onto dry skin until makeup comes loose, continue massaging well
  • Then add some water — the oil will turn milky.
  • Rinse with lukewarm water.

Afterward, you use your water-based cleanser.

 

What does a water-based cleanser do?

A water-based cleanser:

  • Removes the oil from the first step
  • Cleanses sweat and other dirt
  • Leaves your skin feeling fresh

This step ensures your skin is clean, but not tight. Together, these two steps form a mild yet effective cleanse.

A water-based cleanser can be sold in various formulas. For example, you have a foam cleanser that comes as foam from a pump. Other types of water-based cleansers can be, for example, a gel formula or a milk cleanser. Depending on what formula you like to use, you can choose this second step.

 

Do you also need to double cleanse in the morning?

No. Double cleansing is usually not necessary in the morning. 

You can cleanse your skin with:

  • Just water
    or
  • A mild water-based cleanser

Cleansing too often or too aggressively can damage your skin barrier. And that's exactly what you want to protect.

 

Skincare is not about more steps.

It's about the right steps.

 

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