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    How to find the right cleanser for your skin type

    2 Apr 2019 5:09 PM | Posted by
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    Cleansing is arguably the most important step in your skincare routine. Ensuring your complexion is clear of makeup and grime built up from the day is crucial for overall skin health, but also the efficacy of ingredients to follow. In saying that, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all product, especially when it comes to cleansing. We caught up with Tracey Beeby, Global Education Ambassador for Ultraceuticals to find out how to find the right cleanser for your skin type, as well as how to identify your skin type in the first place.

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    Why is cleansing your skin so important?

    “Cleansing the skin is the most important part of all skin care routines as this begins the skincare program,” says Tracey. “If cleansing isn’t executed properly then serums and moisturisers won’t be able to perform their action in the skin effectively,” she says.

    Is there a simple way of determining skin type, and as a result choosing the right cleansing product?

    “Those that suffer from [oily skin may notice] a shine begins to appear fairly quickly during the day and makeup may slide off within a few hours,” explains Tracey. When it comes to identifying dry skin, you may notice “[it] appears a little dull, flaky and possibly rough to the touch. Combination skin generally only suffers from the oily shine down the ‘T’ zone, most often the forehead, nose and chin.”

    “Generally a foaming cleanser is [the most] suitable for oily skin,” says Tracey, and a milk product should be your go-to for dry skin. “Cleansing must be performed with a pH balanced product,” explains Tracey, “either foam or milk cleanser, morning and night. In the evenings cleansing should be performed twice (read more about double cleansing here) to thoroughly remove all pathogens that accumulated on the skin throughout the day.”

    Are there any types of cleansers that should be avoided altogether?

    “Soaps should be avoided” in cleansing the face, “as they are alkaline and will strip the skin of ...natural moisture, says Tracey. Also look out for harsh surfactants like SLS or SLES, as these can be irritating to the skin. By ensuring all cleansers are “pH balanced, this means they are acidic like your skin and not alkaline like most soaps.”

    Cleansers bh loves for oily skin: Ultraceuticals Brightening Foaming Cleanser, QV Face Gentle Foaming Cleanser, Blessed by Nature Foaming Facial Cleanser, Go-To Properly Clean (find it at gotoskincare.com), Goodness Superfoods Be Fresh Foaming Cleanser

    Cleansers bh loves for dry skin: Fresh Soy Face Cleansing Milk (find it at sephora.com.au), Caudalie Gentle Cleansing Milk (find it at sephora.com.au), Avene Gentle Milk Cleanser, SK-II Facial Treatment Gentle Cleanser

    Cleansers bh loves for combination skin: Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cleanser, Dermalogica UltraCalming Cleanser, Simple Water Boost Micellar Cleansing Water

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    What is your go-to cleanser? What formula do you prefer?

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    43 Member Comments

    Love bug 3 Jul 2020 10:26 PM

    I feel like its definitely a trial and error thing also of course known what your skin type is

    abbeyleee12 21 Aug 2019 1:17 PM

    love burts bees products, not a huge fan of sukin, quite damaging ingredients if you actually research

    S-P 20 Aug 2019 9:58 PM

    Very useful info. Thank you.

    Kirk2324 16 Aug 2019 3:40 AM

    Organic high oleic safflower oil moisturizes and balances acneic skin. Pure essential oils of niaouli, tea tree, lavender, and combava add to the detoxification and rejuvenation benefits. Oat beta-glucan has excellent anti-inflammatory properties and shields the skin, reducing trans-epidermal water loss and restoring skin function and cell renewal. Know more about Pore Cleansing Mask : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7u96N5PQNkk

    Lucy16 3 Jun 2019 2:41 PM

    I want to try the Avène cleanser!

    Lucy16 3 Jun 2019 2:40 PM

    Can’t wait for my FOREO to arrive.

    Simone Gee 30 May 2019 12:36 PM

    Finding the right products seems so difficult for my skin! Great article!

    skincare junkie 22 May 2019 7:10 PM

    I have about 5 cleansers and I use them when they fit. E.g. a cream cleanser in the morning, a cleansing oil to remove makeup followed by a foaming gel to remove any residue.

    xClaudia 22 May 2019 5:13 PM

    I've recently started using a cream cleanser for my dry skin - so far so good.

    Shop A Everyday 27 Apr 2019 10:39 PM

    I have just started daily cleansing (at night) to see if it makes a real difference

    Shop A Everyday 22 Apr 2019 4:06 PM

    I love trying all sorts of cleansers

    onlyoni 22 Apr 2019 9:05 AM

    I have a few favourites: Trilogy's Rosehip Transformation Cleansing Oil; Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm; and L'Occitane Water Gel Cleanser. I also have quite a few cream cleansers but I try to stay away from foaming cleansers.

    Seashells 9 Apr 2019 8:58 AM

    I've used cream, balm to oil & oil cleansers in the past. I have to say I'm a huge fan of oil cleansers nowadays, especially after trying Trilogy's Rosehip Transformative Cleansing Oil. It's now my absolute favourite & I can't wait to go back to it after I finish up their standard cream cleanser. I miss it!

    GeeJ 11 Apr 2019 9:07 PM

    I'm actually waiting for Trilogy products to go on sale for me to try this based on all the reviews.

    Seashells 13 Apr 2019 9:07 AM

    I always wait for the Priceline bi-annual skincare sales to stock up. It's a good time to do so.

    ThisIsMe 5 Apr 2019 12:01 PM

    Didn't realise to use foaming cleanser for oily skin, next buy to item see how I go :)

    ray_jay 5 Apr 2019 1:16 AM

    still looking for my hg cleanser sigh

    the_girl_who_loves_cosmetics 4 Apr 2019 10:28 PM

    These articles are important for everyone to read - so vital to know.

    bebeautiful34 4 Apr 2019 2:17 PM

    I use a cream cleanser when my face is feeling sensitive, and in the colder months, and a gel cleanser when it's hotter. I don't like foaming cleansers

    2663anne 4 Apr 2019 1:05 PM

    I really want to try the Kiehls cleanser, I’ve just discovered some of their products and love them so far.

    Goddess..... 4 Apr 2019 9:59 AM

    I use a cream cleanser as I've combination skin & I'm happy with that on my skin :)

    clearcrystalwater 4 Apr 2019 7:47 AM

    I love one's that don't let my skin feel dry or taut afterwards and I have an aversion for natural cleansers - since this is the first step in the beauty routine it's so good if it's natural.

    bettina44 3 Apr 2019 3:48 PM

    huh never thought a foaming cleanser would suit a oily skin, I also feel a gel/liquid cleansers get more out of my oily skin, maybe it's because i work it harder to lather.

    Peach perfect 3 Apr 2019 2:58 PM

    Love blessed by nature cleanser. Goodness super-food sounds good too.

    Mandy_1987 3 Apr 2019 11:17 AM

    I used to use and love foaming ones ,they are too drying now. Currently loving the Trilogy cream cleanser from the age proof range. So gentle but really is effective and leaves my skin so soft and clean

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