Oil Cleanse + Water Cleanse / K-Beauty Cleansing
A two-step cleansing method originating in Korean beauty: a first cleanse with an oil-based cleanser (cleansing oil, balm, or micellar oil) to dissolve SPF, makeup, sebum and oil-soluble impurities via the "like dissolves like" principle; followed by a second cleanse with a water-based cleanser to remove sweat, water-soluble impurities and any residue left by the oil cleanser. The benefit over single-step cleansing is that it delivers a thorough clean without requiring aggressive surfactants that strip the skin barrier.
Essential for PM when wearing SPF (which requires an oil-first cleanse for complete removal). AM: a single water-based cleanse is usually sufficient, as SPF hasn't been worn overnight and oil cleansing twice daily can be too stripping.
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