It's important to distinguish between removing make-up and cleansing. This is an important step, as it must be done gently to avoid damaging the skin.
It is recommended that if you have black skin or skin from multiple ethnicities, you should cleanse twice in the evening (make-up removal + cleansing) to ensure clean skin and good skincare penetration.
Removing make-up - black skin or skin from multiple ethnicities
As the name suggests, it removes all make-up from the skin. It should be done every evening. You can remove make-up naturally with:
A carrier oil: very popular with mixed-ethnicity and black skin types, this is ideal for removing make-up from dry skin, as it leaves a protective film that is very beneficial during cleansing. Very easy to use, simply apply a few dabs to the face and massage gently. Some examples of oils to include in your routine:
- Avocado oil oralmond oil: Ideal if your skin is very dry
- Jojoba oil Ideal if you have combination skin to regulate sebum production.
A solid make-up remover such as organic jojoba and calendula solid make-up remover which is very gentle thanks to its composition rich in carrier oils.
A make-up remover lotion for very gentle make-up removal which is great for sensitive skin.
For gentler make-up removal tailored to your skin, choose our Organic Cucumber Micellar Water with Hyaluronic Acid.
Cleansing
It will thoroughly cleanse the pores and remove any remaining impurities. It should be done morning and evening. For dry skin, it is preferable to use a cleansing cream to gently cleanse while protecting the epidermis.
After each cleansing, we strongly recommend using a hydrosole with a cotton pad to remove any limescale residue that could further dry out the skin. We recommend the following hydrosols for this purpose:
