Double Cleansing: The effective method for deep skin cleansing

In the world of beauty and skin care, there are always new trends and techniques that promise to keep our skin radiant, healthy and youthful. One of these newer trends is so-called "double cleansing". In this blog post, we explain what's behind it, how it works and why now is exactly the right time to try it out.

What is double cleansing?

Double cleansing is a skincare routine that originated in the Korean beauty industry. As the name suggests, it is a two-step cleansing method that uses an oil-based cleanser in combination with a water-based product. While the first step is designed to remove impurities, makeup, and excess oil, the second step aims to thoroughly cleanse and nourish the skin, preparing it to receive further skincare products.

How does double cleansing work?

The first stage of double cleansing begins with an oil-based cleansing product such as a cleansing oil or cleansing balm. These products effectively bind to oil-based impurities on the skin, including makeup, sunscreen and excess sebum. By gently massaging the cleansing oil or balm into the skin, it dissolves these impurities and leaves skin clean but not dry.

The second step involves using a water-based cleansing product such as a foaming cleanser or cleansing lotion. This step removes water-soluble impurities such as sweat and dirt that can build up on the skin. By lathering the cleanser with water and gently massaging it onto the skin, the skin is thoroughly cleansed of any residue.

Double cleansing in the morning or evening?

Double cleansing is especially effective when used as part of your evening skincare routine. This is because dirt, impurities, makeup and excess oil can build up on the skin throughout the day. Double cleansing allows you to thoroughly remove this residue and rid your skin of everything that has built up throughout the day.

Ideally, you should do the double cleansing before going to bed, as it prepares your skin for the night and gives it the opportunity to regenerate. In the morning, it is enough to freshen up your skin with a mild cleanser or, depending on your skin type, just with water.

Why should you try double cleansing?

1. Thorough cleansing: By using two different cleansing steps, you can be sure that your skin is thoroughly cleansed. The oil-based cleanser effectively removes oil-based impurities, while the water-based cleanser removes water-soluble residues. This results in optimally cleansed skin that is perfectly prepared to absorb care products.
2. Removal of dirt and makeup: If you regularly wear makeup, especially waterproof or long-lasting makeup, double cleansing can help remove all traces of it. Dirt that gets onto the skin through external influences can also be thoroughly removed. Oil-based cleansing products are particularly effective at thoroughly dissolving and removing makeup and dirt without irritating the skin.
3. Improve skin condition: By thoroughly cleansing the skin and removing impurities, double cleansing can help reduce skin problems such as clogged pores, blackheads and blemishes. It can also help improve skin texture and promote a radiant complexion.
4. Relaxing routine: Double cleansing is also particularly relaxing and pampers your skin during your cleansing routine. Gently massaging the cleansing products into the skin can reduce stress and have a beneficial effect.

The perfect HEJ double cleansing routine

Our new addition to the Cactus series is the perfect product for the first step in your double cleansing routine: The oil-based The Remover Foaming Oil Cleanser cleanses the skin deep down to the pores, gently removes dirt and make-up, provides intensive moisture and leaves the skin feeling clean. As a second step, you can use our gentle cleansing foam: The Purifier Cleansing Foam . The skin is then thoroughly cleansed and optimally prepared for the absorption of serums, creams and other care products. If you repeat this daily, you will notice that your skin feels noticeably fresher and cleaner and that small skin irritations or blemishes are visibly reduced.