Have you ever wondered how K-beauty devotees achieve their flawless, radiant skin? What is it they’re doing that you don’t do too? Well their secret is double cleansing! A transformative skincare ritual that promises deep cleansing and that coveted luminous glow!
Ready to transform your complexion? Keep reading to discover why this K-beauty trend could be the game-changer your skincare routine really needs!
Environmental pollutants, makeup, sebum and the SPF in your sunscreen means that cleansing your face with a single cleanser does not always rid your skin of all the impurities that it’s exposed to throughout the day. Two cleansers however do! Double cleansing is a two-step skincare ritual (and k-beauty trend) that goes beyond traditional cleansing. It involves using two different types of cleansers consecutively, ensuring every trace of makeup, sunscreen, dirt and impurities are thoroughly removed from your face, leaving your complexion fresh and prepped for hydration.
The popular technique originated from Korean skincare routines, such as the infamous glass skin trend, but has gained popularity worldwide for its effectiveness in achieving clean, clear, and radiant skin.
Korean beauty followers swear by the double cleansing method and so do we!
The double cleansing process typically consists of two steps:
The first step involves using an oil-based cleanser to dissolve oil-based impurities such as makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum on the skin's surface. Oil-based cleansers are effective at breaking down these impurities without stripping the skin of its natural oils.
The second step involves using a water-based cleanser to remove any remaining residue and thoroughly cleanse the skin. Water-based cleansers penetrate deep into the pores to remove water-based impurities such as sweat, dirt, and environmental pollutants.
By incorporating both oil-based and water-based cleansers into your skincare routine, you are providing your skin with a thorough deep cleanse, leaving it clean, refreshed and perfectly balanced.
Our cleanser recommendations:
Hubislab Pure Balance Micellar Gentle Lip & Eye Remover. Soothing and deeply nourishing it effectively removes makeup residue while soothing irritated skin around the eyes and lips.
Hubislab Pure Balance Refreshing Cleansing Gel. Formulated with natural surfactants extracted from corn, coconut, and palm kernel oils, this refreshing cleansing gel works to remove sebum and dead skin cells, while rebalancing the skin’s pH without irritation
Hubislab Moisture Max Cleansing Foam – this cleanser not only gently removes impurities while preventing dryness it also provides skin with long lasting hydration thanks to its nourishing formulation of three types of hyaluronic acid, patented ingredient AQUAXYL, and sodium PCA. Skin is rendered smooth and supple after every wash.
Hubislab Pure Balance Refreshing Cleansing Milk
Formulated with hyaluronic acid and lactic acid, this mild, moisturising cleanser completely removes makeup residue, dirt and grime while nourishing and repairing the skin.
Ideal for all skin types, but designed specifically for skin made sensitive by over frequent face washing, use of chemical substances and antiseptics, and/or dermatological treatments, it not only cleanses but also strengthens damaged skin.
Hubislab Pure Balance Papaya Enzyme Peeling Wash - this plant enzyme-based deep cleanser formulated with natural papaya extract dissolves easily in cold water and eliminates dead skin cells without irritation, breaking down proteins to produce peptone, which washes away dirt and sebum within the pores without irritation.
If you wear makeup and sunscreen daily, deal with dull skin, or are prone to oily skin, blemishes and breakouts, double cleansing is for you! It will help prevent clogged pores, breakouts, and dullness and render skin radiant!
Can you double cleanse with the same cleanser?
While it's not necessary to use two different cleansers for double cleansing, using two different types of cleansers is actually recommended since it can provide more comprehensive cleansing benefits. Oil-based cleansers are effective at breaking down makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum on the skin's surface, while water-based cleansers help to remove water-based impurities and provide a deeper cleanse.
If you suffer from sensitive skin and are worried about irritation when it comes to using two different cleansers, you can still achieve a form of double cleansing by using the same cleanser twice. In this case, you would apply the cleanser to dry skin for the first cleanse to dissolve makeup and impurities, then rinse and repeat the process for the second cleanse to ensure a thorough cleanse of the skin.
While using the same cleanser twice may not provide the same comprehensive cleansing benefits as using two different types of cleansers, it can still help remove surface impurities and leave the skin feeling clean and refreshed. Ultimately, the most important thing is to choose a cleanser that suits your skin type and concerns.
The frequency of double cleansing in Korean skincare routines can vary depending on individual preferences, lifestyle, and skin type. While some may choose to double cleanse twice a day, both in the morning and evening, others may opt for double cleansing only once a day, typically in the evening to thoroughly remove the days makeup dirt and impurities.
Just be sure not to over cleanse! Over-cleansing in the morning can result in the destruction of the skin’s barrier function.
Ready to transform your complexion? Keep reading to discover why this K-beauty trend could be the game-changer your skincare routine really needs!
What is double cleansing?
Environmental pollutants, makeup, sebum and the SPF in your sunscreen means that cleansing your face with a single cleanser does not always rid your skin of all the impurities that it’s exposed to throughout the day. Two cleansers however do! Double cleansing is a two-step skincare ritual (and k-beauty trend) that goes beyond traditional cleansing. It involves using two different types of cleansers consecutively, ensuring every trace of makeup, sunscreen, dirt and impurities are thoroughly removed from your face, leaving your complexion fresh and prepped for hydration.
The popular technique originated from Korean skincare routines, such as the infamous glass skin trend, but has gained popularity worldwide for its effectiveness in achieving clean, clear, and radiant skin.
Korean beauty followers swear by the double cleansing method and so do we!
What products do you use for double cleansing?
The double cleansing process typically consists of two steps:
Oil based cleanser
The first step involves using an oil-based cleanser to dissolve oil-based impurities such as makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum on the skin's surface. Oil-based cleansers are effective at breaking down these impurities without stripping the skin of its natural oils.
Water based cleanser
The second step involves using a water-based cleanser to remove any remaining residue and thoroughly cleanse the skin. Water-based cleansers penetrate deep into the pores to remove water-based impurities such as sweat, dirt, and environmental pollutants.
By incorporating both oil-based and water-based cleansers into your skincare routine, you are providing your skin with a thorough deep cleanse, leaving it clean, refreshed and perfectly balanced.
Our cleanser recommendations:
Micellar water
Hubislab Pure Balance Micellar Gentle Lip & Eye Remover. Soothing and deeply nourishing it effectively removes makeup residue while soothing irritated skin around the eyes and lips.
Cleansing Gel
Hubislab Pure Balance Refreshing Cleansing Gel. Formulated with natural surfactants extracted from corn, coconut, and palm kernel oils, this refreshing cleansing gel works to remove sebum and dead skin cells, while rebalancing the skin’s pH without irritation
Cleansing Foam
Hubislab Moisture Max Cleansing Foam – this cleanser not only gently removes impurities while preventing dryness it also provides skin with long lasting hydration thanks to its nourishing formulation of three types of hyaluronic acid, patented ingredient AQUAXYL, and sodium PCA. Skin is rendered smooth and supple after every wash.
Cleansing milk
Hubislab Pure Balance Refreshing Cleansing Milk
Formulated with hyaluronic acid and lactic acid, this mild, moisturising cleanser completely removes makeup residue, dirt and grime while nourishing and repairing the skin.
Ideal for all skin types, but designed specifically for skin made sensitive by over frequent face washing, use of chemical substances and antiseptics, and/or dermatological treatments, it not only cleanses but also strengthens damaged skin.
Cleansing Peel
Hubislab Pure Balance Papaya Enzyme Peeling Wash - this plant enzyme-based deep cleanser formulated with natural papaya extract dissolves easily in cold water and eliminates dead skin cells without irritation, breaking down proteins to produce peptone, which washes away dirt and sebum within the pores without irritation.
Is double cleansing right for you?
If you wear makeup and sunscreen daily, deal with dull skin, or are prone to oily skin, blemishes and breakouts, double cleansing is for you! It will help prevent clogged pores, breakouts, and dullness and render skin radiant!
Can you double cleanse with the same cleanser?
While it's not necessary to use two different cleansers for double cleansing, using two different types of cleansers is actually recommended since it can provide more comprehensive cleansing benefits. Oil-based cleansers are effective at breaking down makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum on the skin's surface, while water-based cleansers help to remove water-based impurities and provide a deeper cleanse.
If you suffer from sensitive skin and are worried about irritation when it comes to using two different cleansers, you can still achieve a form of double cleansing by using the same cleanser twice. In this case, you would apply the cleanser to dry skin for the first cleanse to dissolve makeup and impurities, then rinse and repeat the process for the second cleanse to ensure a thorough cleanse of the skin.
While using the same cleanser twice may not provide the same comprehensive cleansing benefits as using two different types of cleansers, it can still help remove surface impurities and leave the skin feeling clean and refreshed. Ultimately, the most important thing is to choose a cleanser that suits your skin type and concerns.
Do you need to double cleanse twice a day?
The frequency of double cleansing in Korean skincare routines can vary depending on individual preferences, lifestyle, and skin type. While some may choose to double cleanse twice a day, both in the morning and evening, others may opt for double cleansing only once a day, typically in the evening to thoroughly remove the days makeup dirt and impurities.
Just be sure not to over cleanse! Over-cleansing in the morning can result in the destruction of the skin’s barrier function.