Double Cleansing – Second Time's the Charm…

With the sell-out launch of our Radiance Cleanser Pore-Refining Cleansing Oil  in Spring 2024, it’s only right we talk about the benefits of a regular double cleansing routine. While each of our natural cleansers works wonders in its own right, when used together, they work in perfect harmony to deliver even better results for your skin. 

What Is Double Cleansing? 

Originating from Korea, double cleansing is a key ritual in a typical K-beauty skincare routine. It’s designed to fully cleanse the skin by removing makeup, oil and daily build-up, leaving it balanced and ready to absorb the next products in your regimen. Adding an extra step to your daily routine may sound like extra hassle, but it’s actually quick and easy – and trust us, the results are worth it!  

How Does Double Cleansing Work? 

If you have blemish-prone, oily, or dull-looking skin, you’re sure to see a transformation by incorporating a second cleanse. While your first cleanse melts away surface impurities like dirt and makeup, a second cleanse tackles any remaining oil, excess sebum, and deep-seated impurities. Think of your first cleanse as the dependable lead, and the second as the supporting act that takes your skincare performance to the next level. 

The golden rule of double cleansing? Always start with an oil-based cleanser, like Radiance Cleanser, and follow with a water-activated cleanser, like Smoothing Cleanser Complexion Purifier or Clarifying Cleanser Foaming Enzyme Powder. Contrary to what some may think, an oil-based cleanser won’t clog pores. In fact, it’s beneficial for all skin types, including oily and combination skin, as oil breaks down oil, helping to balance sebum production, nourish dry areas, and soothe blemishes. 

For example, our Radiance Cleanser features a pioneering oil-soluble form of vitamin C that penetrates deep into pores, neutralises free radicals, and brightens your skin from within. Combined with refining azelaic acid, illuminating antioxidants, and a unique blend of six ultra-fine fermented oils, this must-have cleanser decongests pores, reduces their appearance, and reveals a visible radiance.  

Why Use a Second Cleanser? 

Once makeup and impurities have been removed, a water-activated cleanser – like Smoothing Cleanser or Clarifying Cleanser – can be applied to penetrate deeper into the pores, providing your skin with a thorough cleanse. Our Clarifying Cleanser is a powder formula, so just add a few drops of H2O, and the enzymes that fuel its purifying power will spring into complexion-clearing action! 

How To Incorporate Tropic Skincare Cleansers into Your Daily Routine 

Cleanse 1 

Begin by laying the foundations for brighter, healthy-looking skin with Radiance Cleanser. With dry hands, apply 1-2 pumps onto dry skin and massage all over, paying special attention to areas of texture and clogged pores, like your nose, for at least 30 seconds. If you have dry, sensitive, or more mature skin, avoid deeply massaging all over and instead focus on targeting areas of congestion only. 

Rinse off with warm water and finish with a few splashes of cold water. 

Tip: Active ingredients may sting sensitive eyes. If this occurs, avoid use on this area. 

Cleanse 2 

Now you’ve pre-cleansed, reach for your Smoothing Cleanser or Clarifying Cleanser. Whichever you choose, indulge in the process and take your time! Spend at least a minute massaging the product into your skin to ensure its active ingredients can penetrate pores and break down any remaining build-up from the day. 

So, whether you want to tackle breakouts, target specific skin concerns, or simply enjoy that fresh, squeaky-clean feeling, your most radiant natural glow is just two cleanses away!