The Double Cleansing Method, Explained

Everyone knows that they should wash their face before going to bed. What few people know is that they should wash their face twice. The Secret Strategy for Healthy, Youthful Skin and Double Cleansing involves two key steps in the legendary 10-step Korean skincare routine. "Cleansing your skin is important as it helps remove surface contaminants like dirt, oil, makeup, grime and grime, and it also reduces the appearance of aging," he says Alana Henrikson, Eminence Organics Product Support Representative. If you skip cleansing a little too often, you run the risk of clogged pores, irritation, dryness, and breakouts. This will prevent your skin from renewing itself overnight or properly absorbing skin care products.

The double cleaning method

However, double cleansing doesn't mean you have to wash your face twice. Rather, the routine is very specific. Here are our recommended steps:

  • Apply a small amount of an oil cleanser to the skin. If desired, emulsify with water
  • Use your fingertips to massage the face and neck area in circular movements, concentrating in particular on removing make-up residues
  • Rinse thoroughly
  • Follow the same steps again with the cleanser of your choice before drying your face and resuming your skincare routine

Double cleaning in depth

The science is in the oil cleaner. While traditional water-based cleansers deal with impurities by breaking down their oil components, oil cleansers draw oil from makeup, sunscreen lotion, sweat, and just the general layer of pollutants that builds up on the skin's surface above the skin and pull it out by day. It is also effective in pulling out the oily sebum overproduced by acne because it is a Washington DC-based dermatologist Ellinor Quay Coyne puts it this way: "Like dissolves like."

Start with an oil liquid or balsamic cleanser like grape seed, sesame, or almond on your skin. For a balm, massage it in your hands until it dissolves in an oil. Massage the oil gently in circular motions on the face and neck to remove any impurities. If you wish, you can emulsify with water during the massage before rinsing it clean with lukewarm water. Don't forget your eye area and hairline.

Repeat the cleansing while your face is still damp, but this time with a conventional gel or cream cleaner. This second cleaning cleanly removes any remaining contaminants and penetrates the pores to clog them. This prevents acne and enlarged pores. It also keeps your skin moist, soft, and fresh, and thoroughly removes the dull layer of oil and city grime. Your skin is now prepared and ready for the next steps in your skin care routine.

How to clean twice: perfect pairings

We recommend avoiding detergents with harsh sulfates, which remove your natural skin barrier, and staying away from irritating ingredients like fragrances or alcohol.

Which two cleaning products should you use together when pairing? We recommend avoiding detergents with harsh sulfates, which remove your natural skin barrier, and staying away from irritating ingredients like fragrances or alcohol. After all, the ideal pairing also depends on your skin type. Here are our two-step recommendations:

Normal skin

Stone Crop Cleansing Oil + Stone Crop Gel Wash

Our Stone Crop Cleansing Oil is enriched with sunflower and jojoba oils as well as nourishing microgreens and is the perfect deep cleanser for the first step. Then use the naturally oil-free Stone Crop Gel Wash.

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Eminence Organics Stone Crop Cleansing Oil

Stone fruit cleaning oil

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Eminence Organics Stone Crop Gel Wash

Stone Crop Gel Wash

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Oily skin

Acne Advanced Cleansing Foam + Probiotic Cleaner for Clear Skin

Formulated with encapsulated time-release salicylic acid and a natural blend of herbs, Acne Advanced Cleansing Foam opens pores and stops breakouts in people with acne-prone skin. It prepares the skin for our Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser, which uses cucumber, tea tree oil, sweet almond milk, and yogurt for a gentle, balancing effect.

Stone Crop Cleansing Oil + Citrus Peeling Wash

Another good cleansing regimen for oily skin is to start with our Stone Crop Cleansing Oil and end with the Citrus Exfoliating Wash, which is formulated with grapefruit seeds, silica, and fresh lime juice.

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Eminence Organics Acne Advanced Cleansing Foam

Acne Advanced Cleansing Foam

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Eminence Organics Probiotic cleanser for clear skin

Probiotic cleanser for clear skin

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Also note this product: Citrus peeling wash

Combination skin

Stone Crop Cleansing Oil + Mangosteen Daily Resurfacing Cleanser

If your skin is suffering from both excessive oiliness and dryness, start with our Stone Crop Cleansing Oil, rinse it off and move on to the soothing, milky gel foam of our Mangosteen Daily Resurfacing Cleanser.

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Eminence Organics Mangosteen Daily Resurfacing Cleanser

Mangosteen Daily Resurfacing Cleanser

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Dry skin

Wildflower Cleansing Balm + Coconut Milk Cleaner

Our Wildflower Cleansing Balm is gently massaged into your skin and turns into either a natural vegetable oil cleanser or an emulsifying milk when mixed with water. Rinse off and finish with the rich, luscious coconut milk cleanser for a moist, fresh complexion.

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Eminence Organics Wildflower Cleansing Balm

Wildflower Cleansing Balm

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Eminence Organics coconut milk cleaner

Coconut milk cleaner

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Is double cleaning = overcleaning?

Does the double cleaning exaggerate things a little? Possibly when you use products that are not suitable for your skin. Or when it's winter and your skin is already dry. The tell-tale signs of overcleaning are tension after the skin has dried. Overcleaning not only removes the top layer of dead skin cells, but also lipids that can cause an imbalance in your skin. Stick to the right combination of double cleansing products for your skin type and you will likely avoid the risk of overcleaning your skin.

If you want to keep your complexion completely cleansed and prepared for the rest of your skincare routine, a double hit on the cleansing step is the best method for fresh, smooth, blemished skin. Which perfect pairing is best for your skin type? Let us know in the comments below or on social media. To learn more about what double cleansing can do for you and your skin, contact your Eminence Organics preferred spa partner.