In the last two years we discovered that a swift cleanse of the face before you plant yourself on the bed isn't nearly enough. Double cleansing has become the norm. Of course, you can choose how to go about your double cleansing ritual, but most experts recommend going in with a oil-based cleanser first and then with a water-based one. For the first cleanse, cleansing balms are an absolute favourite with skincare junkies and we can see why. They are a must-have for makeup lovers as there is quite literally no other gentler method of makeup removal out there.
FYI, you may not even have to ditch your ride or die face wash with the double cleanse method, but if you have overly sensitive skin (or overly dry skin), a cleansing balm can clean out your pores without being too harsh on your epidermal layer.
Most cleansing balms are made with hydrating and skin-loving ingredients, and some don’t even have to be washed off using water. The slap on and wipe off method works just as great, and your skin thirstily drinks in all the moisturising power without looking lifeless after two washes a day.
Swipe through to check out our top picks for the best cleansing balms out there -
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