Don't Make These Cleansing Mistakes!
Posted by JQ on Jul 21st 2024
Hey Beautiful!
Today we're diving into the world of makeup removal, a step that's just as important as putting your makeup on.
Do you really need to double cleanse? What is micellar water and how do you use it? What's considered light makeup vs. heavy makeup?
Let's get into it!
Cleaning properly is so important for multiple reasons:
1) Cleansing properly ensures that you don't further stretch out your pores. 2) It prevents breakouts and 3) It creates a balanced environment that can otherwise lead to signs of premature aging due to drier skin conditions.
First, Know Your Makeup
- Light Makeup: Think BB or CC cream with sunscreen, a touch of mascara, and maybe some brow powder. This is your everyday, "no makeup" look. If it contains primer - even better!!
- Heavy Makeup: Full foundation, full eye makeup that may include eyeliner -- the whole shebang!
Cleansing Options
- Hydrating Cleanser: This is your gentle everyday friend. It washes away dirt and makeup without leaving your skin feeling tight or dry. Pro tip: Avoid foaming cleansers that may strip your skin of its natural oils.
- Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser: This may be a good cleansing option to include into your routine if you have oily skin, sweat with makeup on and/or regularly wear normal-heavy makeup.
- Micellar Water: Packed with tiny cleansing bubbles, micellar water attracts makeup like a magnet. It's great for an on-the-go light makeup removal or a first makeup removal step at night.
- Oil Cleanser: Oil dissolves oil-based makeup, making it a perfect first step for heavy makeup/eye makeup removal, such as stubborn mascara.
- Eye Makeup Remover Pads: Convenient and smart, this is the perfect everyday option if you're short on time, and especially if you're on the go (look for non-rinse formula, like these by OCuSOFT).
Alright, Let's Get Clean!
- Light Makeup Removal:
- Micellar Water Magic: Dip a cotton pad in micellar water and swipe it gently across your face, starting from your hairline down to your jawline. Repeat until there's no more makeup coming off!
- Hydrating Cleanse: Follow up with your hydrating cleanser to remove any leftover traces of makeup and sunscreen.
- Heavy Makeup Removal:
- Oil Up!: Apply a few drops of oil cleanser to your dry face and massage it gently in circular motions. This will break down heavy makeup and sunscreen.
- Cleanse: Rinse the oil cleanser off with warm water and follow up with your exfoliating or hydrating cleanser to wash away any residue, depending on your skin's needs.
Pro-Tips for a Flawless Finish
- Double Cleanse? You Bet! If you wear heavy makeup regularly, then a double PM cleanse is necessary!
- Hydration is Key: Look for cleansers with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid or ceramides but don't pay extra for leave-on ingredients inside of cleanser like Vitamin C (because it's washed off!).
- Morning Splash: In the morning, you can usually skip the cleanser and just splash your face with warm water.
- SPF Switcheroo: Don't skip sunscreen! But remember, makeup with SPF is an extra layer of protection, not a replacement for a proper sunscreen. Apply sunscreen every single day, even on cloudy days!
Bonus Tip: Prime Time!
Want your light makeup to last longer? Our amazing Priming Duo is a game-changer when it comes to smoothing out your skin texture, evening out your complexion and reducing the appearance of large pores, fine lines and wrinkles! Best of all, it creates a smooth canvas for your makeup and helps it stay put all day long.
So there you have it! With these simple tips and the right cleansing crew, you can take your makeup off like a pro!
The more you know the more you glow!
Jentri