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\nFace cleansing is the first step of skincare: a facial cleanser removes makeup, the dirt collected during the day and excess oil, so the cream or serum that follows can do its job. This page has micellar waters, cleansing gels, foams, milks, oils and balms, makeup removers, toners and facial mists.<\/p>\n
Good cleansing does not have to be complicated. What matters is a texture that suits your skin and doing it regularly, especially in the evening before night cream. A regular facial cleanser routine is a simple habit that makes the rest of your skincare work better.<\/p>\n\n
Think about your skin type and the makeup you wear. A richer texture feels softer on skin, a lighter one feels fresher.<\/p>\n
After cleansing, carry on with a face cream<\/a>; an face exfoliator<\/a> or a face mask<\/a> also fits into a regular routine. Brands with a wide cleansing range here include Clinique<\/a> and Shiseido<\/a>.<\/p>\n Micellar water is the quickest option: soak a cotton pad, sweep it over the face and you are done. It suits mornings, the gym bag and travel, when a tap is not close by. Cleansing gels and foams need water but leave a deeper, fresher feeling, which is why owners of oily and combination skin like them so much. A cleansing milk is soft and creamy, so the skin stays comfortable afterwards, and it is a natural choice for dry and mature skin.<\/p>\n If you are not sure where to start, pick one texture and use it for two weeks in a row. You will see how your skin reacts and can choose more precisely next time. Many people keep two products at home: a fast micellar water for rushed moments and a more thorough gel or foam for the evening.<\/p>\n Cleansing oils and balms melt makeup gently and leave the skin soft. They go onto dry skin, are massaged in lightly and rinsed off with water. After that you can continue with a gel or foam if you like a two-step cleanse. The eye area is delicate, so there are products made just for eye makeup: a two-phase eye makeup remover<\/a> dissolves mascara and eyeshadow without rubbing the skin. A two-phase product is shaken before use so that the two layers blend.<\/p>\n A toner collects what is left of the cleanser and prepares the skin for cream or serum. For a soft, hydrating feel on dry skin there is the Lanc\u00f4me facial tonic<\/a>, and anyone who wants a clearer, more even-looking surface can choose a clarifying toner. Apply a toner with a cotton pad or the palm of your hand and pat it into the skin. If you like, keep it in a cool place, which makes it extra refreshing on a hot day.<\/p>\n Once or twice a week you can use an exfoliating foam instead of your usual cleanser for a smoother surface. An exfoliating facial cleansing foam<\/a> combines two steps into one, so the routine stays short. After that the skin welcomes a hydrating serum<\/a> and a light day product such as a day cream<\/a>, which keeps moisture in the skin.<\/p>\n In the morning two steps are often enough: a cleanse with micellar water or a gentle gel, and a cream. That way the day starts with clean, soft skin and makeup sits better. Evening cleansing is the moment when the day is behind you, and for many people it is a small calming ritual before bed.<\/p>\n Oily and combination skin do well with gels and foams that leave the skin fresh but not tight. For dry skin the best choices are milk, oil or balm. Sensitive skin appreciates a simple formula and a gentle texture. For blemish-prone skin there are the \"anti blemish\" products made for exactly that skin type. For mature skin there are anti-ageing cleansing lines that make a good start to richer care.<\/p>\n Cleansing products make a pleasant gift because they are used every day. A good set is a cleanser and a toner, with a face oil<\/a> or a mask beside them. That way the recipient gets a little spa moment at home.<\/p>\n Evening cleansing removes makeup and the dirt gathered through the day. In the morning, many people are happy with a gentle cleanse or a toner. Our most popular choice for both morning and evening is the L'Or\u00e9al Paris micellar water<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n For light makeup, yes. For waterproof makeup use a cleansing oil or balm first, then a gel or foam. Our most popular cleansing oil is Clarins Total Cleansing Oil<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n A gel or foam gives a fresh feel; dry and sensitive skin does better with a softer cleansing milk. For oily and blemish-prone skin our most popular choice is the Clinique Anti Blemish cleansing gel<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n Dry skin likes a soft, creamy milk that does not leave the skin tight. Our most popular cleansing milk is the Collistar Anti-Age cleansing milk<\/a>, made for mature skin.<\/p><\/details>\n A toner finishes the cleanse and prepares the skin for cream, so it is useful, though not a required step. Our most popular toner is the Rituals Clarifying face tonic<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n The skin around the eyes is thin, so it is worth using a remover made for eye makeup. Our most popular choice is the Collistar 2-phase eye and lip makeup remover<\/a>, which cleanses the lips too.<\/p><\/details>\n It is a matter of taste: a foam feels airy and light, a gel feels denser. Both suit daily use. Our most popular foam is the L'Occitane Immortelle Precieuse cleansing foam<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\nMicellar water, gel, foam and milk: what is the difference<\/h3>\n
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\nCleansing oil and makeup remover for the eyes<\/h3>\n
Toner: the last step of cleansing<\/h3>\n
Exfoliating foam and extra care<\/h3>\n
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\nA simple evening cleansing routine<\/h3>\n
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Choosing by skin type<\/h3>\n
Gift ideas<\/h3>\n
Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n
Should I cleanse my face morning and evening?<\/summary>
Is micellar water enough to remove makeup?<\/summary>
Which cleanser suits oily skin?<\/summary>
What cleanser suits dry and mature skin?<\/summary>
Do I need a toner in my skincare routine?<\/summary>
How do I remove eye makeup?<\/summary>
Is a cleansing foam better than a gel?<\/summary>