How to Double Cleanse?

So how do you double cleanse and what products
should you use?

​Different skin types will respond better to different cleansers and it's often down to personal preference but the key is to be gentle. "The ideal everyday cleanser should be sulphate-free so it doesn't strip the skin of its natural oils," No harsh rubbing and luke warm water - never too hot or too cold. A good cleanser should leave your skin looking and feeling healthier and smoother.

The Benefits of double cleansing

There are many incredible skin benefits of double cleansing, including:

• Maximising the absorption and efficacy of your serums, oils and moisturisers.
• Reducing breakouts, blackheads and blemishes
• Brightening a dull complexion

​Double cleansing products

You’d be forgiven for thinking that double cleansing involves using your regular cleanser twice, however, double cleansing requires two different kinds of cleansers to effectively remove the different kinds of build-up found on the skin at the end of the day.

The first of your two cleanses should take place using an oil or balm to melt make up, sunscreen and remove excess oil from the pores. Dermalogica’s PreCleanse is the perfect product for the first step of your double cleansing routine. The lightweight oil contains an expert blend of botanical oils, including; Borage Seed, Apricot Kernel, Kukui Nut, Sunflower Seed and Rice Bran, which work together to remove make up and sunscreen from the skin, as well as liquefying sebum and unclogging the pores, ready for the second cleanse.

The PreCleanse removes even the most long-wearing make-up, including liquid lipsticks and waterproof mascara. Simply apply a few drops of the PreCleanse to a damp cotton round to remove eye and lip make up, then apply the PreCleanse oil to the rest of your face using dry hands to dissolve make up, oil and dirt. 
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The second of your cleanses should take place using a cleanser that’s tailored to the individual needs of your complexion to truly target your skin concerns and replenish your skin. The Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel is suitable for all skin types and is the perfect addition to your double cleansing routine. The concentrated gel formula works to effectively cleanse the skin, removing dirt and impurities without stripping the skin, while the calming agent works to soothe and purify the complexion to leave you with thoroughly cleansed and nourished skin.

Simply follow up with your favourite toner, serum and moisturiser for the ultimate skin care routine.