Is your cleanser stripping your skin?

Arguably the most essential step of your skincare ritual, yet often overlooked is the daily cleanser. Cleansers are a necessity for healthy skin - they remove makeup, cleanse impurities from your pores, clear surface pollution from everyday air and balance excess oils. 

Without cleansing your skin in the morning and evening, your subsequent products won’t be absorbed into the skin effectively - on the proviso that you’re using a high-performance cleanser that’s going to nurture your skin at the same time.

Here are our cleansing tips if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed:

Not sure which type of cleanser is perfect for YOUR skin?

Cream Cleansers are as the name suggests, oil-based, thick and moisturising cleansers that are ideal for dry, ageing and sensitive skin. Formulated with hydrating ingredients like oils and emollients, they cleanse without stripping the skin of natural moisture. They are designed to put hydration back into the skin while cleansing it deeply.  

Gel Cleansers have a lightweight, gel texture that’s oil-free. They’re perfect for oily, combination and blemish-prone skin and unlike Cream Cleansers, they’re designed to remove excess oil from the skin and target blemishes.

Here’s a quick snapshot of which cleanser is suited to which skin type and concern:

TIP: Not all Gel and Cream cleansers are created equally, and many don’t support your skin’s natural barrier. Many cleansers are focused on only cleansing your skin and can strip your skin of its natural oils and moisture, resulting in increased dryness and in some cases sensitivity. Always look for a gentler cleanser, that’s hydrating and not over-drying or stripping.
 

High-performing, clean ingredients you want to find in your cleanser:

Aloe Vera: Hydrates skin 4 x faster than water and retains skin’s natural moisture levels for visibly firmer, supple skin.

Kakadu Plum: Reverses visible signs of ageing, soothes inflammation, and protects against damaging free radicals.

Olive Leaf: Protects skin from environmental toxins and pollution, and visibly brightens the complexion.

Snowflower (AKA Tea Tree): Anti-microbial to help protect against skin-damaging free radicals.

Green Papaya Enzymes: Encourages skin cell renewal, clarifies, and gently exfoliates to smooth and refine the skin.

Chamomile: Promotes skin cell renewal while soothing and calming the skin.

Seabuckthorn: Anti-inflammatory and protects against skin-damaging free radicals.

Ingredients to AVOID in your cleanser:

Sulfates: These are harsh detergents that can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness, irritation, and a disrupted skin barrier.

Parabens: Commonly used as preservatives, parabens can disrupt hormonal balance and have potential health risks. 

Alcohol: Alcohol can be excessively drying and irritating, particularly for sensitive or dry skin. It can strip away the skin's natural moisture, exacerbating both oily and dry skin issues.

Synthetic Fragrances: Synthetic fragrances can cause allergic reactions, irritation, and sensitivity. Opting for products scented with pure essential oils is safer, especially for those with sensitive skin.

Phthalates: Known endocrine disruptors, avoiding phthalates can help reduce the risk of long-term health concerns.

TIP:

If your skin is normal with no specific concerns, you may choose your type of cleanser based on what you prefer... Often people change their preference depending on the season, i.e Gel Cleansers are fresh & invigorating for warmer weather and Cream Cleansers are more soothing and nourishing for the colder climate. 

Both of our cleansers, Radiance Cream Cleanser and Purifying Gel Cleanser are formulated to effectively cleanse your skin without over-drying or stripping the skin. Designed to be removed from the skin with a wet Muslin Cloth, our cleansers are gentle on the skin while achieving the important job they are set-out to - CLEAN!