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Face cleansers are the first step to great skin. They remove makeup, excess oil, pollutants, and dead skin cells - and many are packed with powerhouse actives like salicylic acid and hyaluronic acid to address concerns including breakouts and dryness. Explore a range of formats, from Medik8's makeup-melting oil, The INKEY List's bestselling gel and the Elemis cleansing balm and find the cleanser that fits seamlessly into your routine.
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FAQs
A good cleanser helps to wash away dead skin cells, dirt, excess oil, and even pollution particles, ensuring your skin is properly clean before you start applying your creams and serums. Not all cleansers are created equal though, and you should choose a formula with the best texture and ingredients for your skin type and concerns to reap the rewards.
At the heart of every face cleanser is the surfactant system. Wait, what are surfactants? Well, they target dirt and oil by breaking them down so they can be rinsed away. While some surfactants can be too harsh for sensitive skin (think household items!), those commonly used in facial cleansers tend to gentle enough to get rid of dirt, oil, excess sebum, and dead skin cells, without irritating or stressing your skin.
In addition to surfactants, cleansers are formulated with antioxidants and active ingredients to address specific skin concerns. For example, The INKEY List Oat Cleansing Balm includes colloidal oatmeal to soothe sensitive or dry skin while minimising the appearance of any redness. Struggling with acne-prone skin? Opt for a gentle AHA/BHA formula to exfoliate and unclog pores - Medik8's cleanser is a great choice.
All skin types benefit from using a cleanser twice a day, but your skin type, skin concerns and goals will determine the type of cleanser you use. In general, very sensitive skin should opt for a gentle formula containing skin-nourishing ingredients, while oily skin may find gel and foaming textures, with a blend of AHAs and BHAs to gently exfoliate as well as cleanse, more effective.
Cleanser should be the first step in your morning and evening skincare routines. Depending on the formula, massage it into dry or damp skin – don’t forget your hair line and neck. If you’re using a balm or oil-based cleanser, add more water to emulsify the texture. Once you have thoroughly massaged your skin, use a wet cloth to remove every trace of product before patting skin dry with a towel and continuing with your routine.
