Ok. So, weāve got our head around the idea of cleansing oil being a thing. Nowās the time to embrace that shiny new bottle of cleansing oil on your bathroom shelf! Letās tell you why. Cleansing with oil is easy, zero fuss, and surprisingly grease-free, and we canāt help but think youāll be (pleasantly!) surprised. Ready to give it a whirl?
Need a few more reasons to try an oil cleanser? Hereās five.
1. Funnily enough, oil dissolves oil. Cleansing oil cleverly clings to the excess oil on skin (as well as make-up, grime, and sweat), whisking away impurities gently yet effectively
2. It hydrates and nourishes the skin
3. Cleansing oils tend to be soap-free, meaning no foamy suds to strip away your skinās natural oils
4. Oil cleansers emulsify with water for easy rinsing, and no greasy residue ā surprising, right?
5. It works well with every skin type (yes, oily and spot-prone skin included!)
Time to decipher the dos and donāts behind how to use cleansing oil, to help it slip easily into your skincare routine.
Contrary to your usual face washing ritual, cleansing oil goes straight from dry hands to a dry face. Go easy! A 50 pence-sized drop will be enough for it to smooth over skin, friction (and drip!) free.
The best cleansing oil will have no problem melting make-up and impurities in one go, so no need to remove your make-up first. Simply massage in the oil to gently dissolve make-up before rinsing easily away with warm water. SimpleĀ® Kind to Skin Hydrating Cleansing Oil goes super easy on delicate eyes and needs no harsh rubbing to do its job ā nope, not even on stubborn waterproof mascara!
Insider tip: not all oils are created equal! While Coconut Oil is great for cooking up healthy goodness in the kitchen, it can be comedogenic - meaning itāll block pores when topically applied to skin. Grapeseed Oil, however, can help defend skin from free-radicals, which can damage our skin cells, making them dry or rough. Itās also rich in essential fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins, meaning it moisturises and nourishes skin, while effectively cleansing every skin type.
Be honest - when was the last time you made room for a little me-time? Get all the ahh of the spa without leaving the comfort of home with a cleansing oil mini massage. Rather than rinsing the oil away as soon as youāve cleansed, spend a bit more time massaging it into skin in small, circular motions to dislodge grime and give your skin a feel-good glow.
As an extra treat, give your cleansing oil a helping hand by removing it with a warm, damp, super-soft face cloth. Itāll help whisk away any last traces of oil, will make sure you donāt miss any pesky make-up remains, plus it feels lovely when you have a few extra minutes to spend on your cleanse.
Facial cleansing oil essentially replaces your usual cleanser, so swap out your face wash, and give the oil cleansing method a go instead. Yes, the best cleansing oils are nourishing and non-drying, but donāt be tempted to skip your regular post-cleanse steps. Youāll still need to follow with a moisturiser (or your usual toner, eye cream, and serum if thatās how you roll), to keep skin soft and supple.
Chances are youāve heard of double-cleansing. But have you tried it? Itās the ultimate skin refresh (to really help deep cleanse your skin!), and a great way to add a cleansing oil to your routine if youāre staying loyal to your daily cleanser. This two-step cleansing revolution doubly rids skin of make-up, dirt, bacteria, and helps protect against dull skin, dryness, and breakouts in the process (sounds good, right?).
Start with a cleansing oil to break down make-up and surface dirt, before following with your favourite rinse-off face wash, to directly deep clean pores. Itās doubly refreshing for your skin, and is a great (once or twice to avoid extra irritation) weekly booster for your skincare routine.
Ready to reach for the cleansing oil? With so many skin-loving benefits, and with the dos and donāts duly sussed, we think itās time to give the oil cleansing method a try!
