Double cleansing is one of my favourite skincare tips because it will make a huge difference in your overall skin health. As I like to say, “every good skincare regimen begins with a double cleanse”. If you aren’t double cleansing, you are leaving behind dirt, makeup, and product build up! Double cleansing is an essential skincare practice for healthy, clear, and glowing skin. 

If you’ve been using makeup wipes as your cleanser, this article is for you.

So, what exactly is double cleansing?

Double cleansing is a practice where you use two different cleansers on your skin back to back. Let me break it down for you – you will first cleanse your skin with a gentle cleanser that breaks down oils, dirt, and removes makeup. Your first cleanse should be an oil, balm, or gel-based cleanser. Typically, you will apply these cleansers to dry hands and a dry face and then add water as you go.

My favourite cleansers to use as my first cleanse are the following:

G.M Collin Sensiderm Cleansing Oil

This delicate nectar with Sophora Japonica flower extract and argan oil emulsifies into a milk.

• Dissolves waterproof makeup on the face, eyes and lips.
• Gently cleanses the skin, freeing it from impurities.
• Respects the skin’s balance and restores the skin’s moisture barrier.
• Leaves the skin silky soft, without a greasy film.

G. M Collin Hydramucine Cleansing milk

This is my go to first cleanser because it melts makeup without damaging your lash extensions. If you have lashes, this product will be better for retention because it’s not oil based.

This incredibly creamy emulsion purifies and eliminates skin impurities and secretions for a beautiful, radiant skin.

• Gently removes eye make-up.
• Replenishes the skin’s moisture barrier and prevents damage caused by dryness.
• Leaves the skin feeling supple and soft.
• The skin is clear, refreshed and cleansed.

Now, for your second cleanse, you will want a cleanser to target your skin type and concerns. Ex. Oily, acne, dull, aging, dry, etc. Your second cleanse acts as insurance for your first cleanse to make sure all makeup and product build up is off of the skin. This cleanse truly treats your skin and acts as a treatment cleanser. Remember if you have fairly normal skin you can use your first cleanser as your second cleanser. It is not recommended otherwise as your second cleanser is to really target those concerns.

My favourite cleansers to use as my second cleanse are the following:

 G. M Collin Hydramucine Cleansing milk

This is a great second cleanser if you are using a different cleanser for your first cleanser.

This incredibly creamy emulsion purifies and eliminates skin impurities and secretions for a beautiful, radiant skin.

• Gently removes eye make-up that was not removed from the first cleanser.
• Replenishes the skin’s moisture barrier and prevents damage caused by dryness.
• Leaves the skin feeling supple and soft.
• The skin is clear, refreshed and cleansed.

G.M Collin Puractiv+ Cleansing Gel

Gentle fragrance-free and alcohol-free foaming gel gently removes excess sebum, impurities and makeup while respecting the skin’s physiological pH.

• Deep cleanses pores and invigorates the skin
• Purifies and refines the appearance of enlarged pores.

If you are acne prone the Puractiv+ Cleansing Foam is Ideal 

Formulated for oily skin with blemishes, this light foam removes impurities that clog pores and can lead to skin eruptions. Containing salicylic acid, niacinamide and antiseptic ingredients, this formula is a must for skin with blemishes.

• Cleanses and eliminates excess sebum.
• Purifies and refines the skin’s texture.
• Unifies the complexion while matifying it.

 Remember to always wash your face with lukewarm water for 60 seconds. A good cleanse is essential for good skin.

CLEANSERS

Cleansing the skin eliminates the daily buildup of bacteria, airborne pollutants, excess sebum and dead skin cells that may block pores, thus preventing the skin from enjoying the full benefits of other products that will be applied afterwards.

TAKE THE TIME TO THOROUGHLY WASH YOUR FACE AND I PROMISE YOU’LL SEE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR SKIN!