When we wash our hair, we usually shampoo again when we need it. But do we clean our face over and over again?
Although double-stage cleaning has been a topic of discussion for a while, it has only started to come to the fore in skin cleaning in recent years. In double-stage cleaning, it is not enough to wash your face only once, you need to wash it twice.
So, is this extra step you add to your skin routine really necessary?
Actually not.
In this article, you can read about the advantages and disadvantages of double-stage cleaning and what kind of cleaner you should use in double-stage cleaning.
What is Double-Stage Cleaning?
A dual-stage cleansing involves washing the face twice, but what matters is the cleanser you use.
In two-stage cleansing, you should first clean your face with an oil-based product and then use a water-based cleanser.
Oil-based cleanser helps remove waterproof make-up and sunscreen.
An oil-based cleanser is useful in removing excess oil and sebum from the face, especially in people with oily skin.
With this extra step, a water-based cleanser can clean better and products such as serums, moisturizers, and night creams can penetrate your skin better.
How to Do Double-Stage Cleaning?
For two-stage cleaning, you can follow these steps:
Pour an oil-based cleanser into your palm and massage gently to remove makeup, sebum, and sunscreen residue from your skin.
Rinse your skin with warm water. Do not rinse your skin with hot water as it can dry out.
Instead of drying your face, leave it wet. Then take your water-based cleanser and apply it to your skin.
Wash your face and pat dry with a soft towel.
How Should Facial Cleanser Be?
For dual-stage cleaning, you will need two different types of cleaners.
With an oil-based cleanser, you will be able to purify oil-related pollutants and excess sebum on your skin. It will help you remove water-soluble contaminants such as sweat and dirt with a water-based cleaner.
However, if your skin is prone to acne, oil-based cleansers can cause acne, especially when used alone.
Also, whatever your skin type, you should stay away from cleansers that are harsh or have a drying effect or are perfumed.
Dry and sensitive skin
If your skin is dry or sensitive, you should use gentle, fragrance-free and water-based cleansers. Cream cleansers will be less drying than foam cleansers.
Oily and acne-prone skin
If you have oily and acne-prone skin, you can choose products in the form of water-based foam with active ingredients such as salicylic acid, glycolic acid or benzoyl peroxide.
combination skin
If your skin is combination, that is, partly oily and partly dry, choose products in the form of water-based foams.
normal skin
Those with normal skin can use gentle, fragrance-free and water-based products. Whether you will use a cream or foam product is entirely up to your personal preference.
Is Double-Stage Cleaning Necessary?
While dual-stage cleansing may seem necessary for skin cleansing, most skins do not actually need two-stage cleansing.
Two-stage cleaning is not required. For most people, a thorough cleansing of the skin with a gentle cleanser is sufficient. It is not preferable to wash the skin too much.
However, people who use water-resistant make-up or use water-resistant sunscreen can benefit from a double-stage cleaning. But if you don't wear makeup, you probably won't need a double step cleanse.
Dual-stage cleansing is not something many dermatologists recommend. When it comes to skin care, there are more important steps such as using antioxidants and sunscreen.
Moreover, washing your face twice can cause more harm than good.
Cleaning the face too much can cause dryness, irritation and damage to the skin barrier. This can lead to problems such as acne and eczema.
If you're looking for a way to remove your makeup, you have another option than double-step cleaning. Instead of double-stage cleaning, you can remove your make-up with micellar water and then wash your face with a water-based cleanser.
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