Double Cleansing: Trend or Necessity? Discover When It's Right for You

In recent years, double cleansing, inspired by Korean skincare, has captured the attention of many beauty enthusiasts. But the question arises: is it truly essential for everyone, or is it simply a trend that works only in certain cases?

 

Let's find out together in which situations this method can make a difference and when it is better to opt for a lighter cleansing.

What Is Double Cleansing?

Double cleansing is based on a simple but effective concept:

using two cleansing products in succession to “free” the skin from all impurities.

 

The first phase involves an oil-based cleanser, designed to dissolve heavy makeup, mineral sunscreens, and other lipid-soluble impurities.

Next, with a water-based cleanser, water-soluble residues are removed, achieving a deep cleanse without disturbing the skin's natural barrier.

These two steps not only remove all traces of impurities but also prepare the skin to absorb nourishing serums and creams.

When Double Cleansing Is Useful

Double cleansing is ideal in situations where the skin is subjected to particularly intense daily stress.

If your routine involves the use of heavy makeup or waterproof makeup, the oil-based cleanser plays a fundamental role, effectively dissolving the product without damaging the skin. Similarly, the use of very thick sunscreens requires this dual intervention to ensure every residue is eliminated.

Those living in particularly polluted urban environments will find double cleansing a valuable ally: the combination of the two cleansers effectively removes even the smallest impurities, reducing the risk of irritation and inflammation.

 

Even those with oily skin or prone to sebum build-up can benefit from this method, keeping their face fresh and ready to absorb subsequent treatments.

When Is It Better to Avoid It?

Not all skin types, however, require such intensive cleansing.
In the morning, for instance, a lighter cleanse might suffice– just to remove impurities accumulated overnight – and resorting to double cleansing could prove unnecessary and even harmful.

For those with dry or sensitive skin, using two cleansers in succession risks being too aggressive, compromising the hydrolipidic barrier and making the skin vulnerable to irritation.

In these cases, relying on a gentle cleanser, specifically designed for the needs of sensitive skin, might be a wiser and more respectful choice for the skin’s natural balance, perhaps pairing it with a dermatologically tested toner.

So?

Facial cleansing is the foundation of an effective skincare routine and skin health. Taking the right amount of time for this daily ritual allows your skin to breathe, regenerate, and prepare to better absorb subsequent treatments.

In a targeted beauty routine, it’s not the number of products that counts, but their ability to meet your skin’s specific needs.

Tailoring your skincare to your face’s specific needs is the secret to preserving and enhancing natural beauty.

Discover our skin cleansing products in the Cleansing line, with the Facial Cleansing Milk and the Revitalizing Face Toner, Detox, with the Purifying Cleaning Gel, and Melting, with the Cleansing Face Balm: and create your personalized cleansing and beauty routine!