The Truth About Double Cleansing — Is It Worth It?

The Truth About Double Cleansing — Is It Worth It?

🌿 What Is Double Cleansing?

Double cleansing means washing your face twice — first with an oil-based cleanser, then with a water-based cleanser.
This method, inspired by Korean skincare, ensures makeup, SPF, and impurities are fully removed before your nighttime routine.

✨ It’s not about over-washing — it’s about deep yet gentle cleansing.


💄 Step 1: The Oil Cleanser

Oil attracts oil — so using an oil cleanser helps break down makeup, sebum, and sunscreen without stripping your skin.
Choose lightweight formulas with natural oils like:

  • Jojoba

  • Grapeseed

  • Olive or sunflower seed oil

🩵 Tip: Massage for 30–60 seconds, then rinse with lukewarm water.


💧 Step 2: The Water-Based Cleanser

Next, use a foam or gel cleanser to remove leftover residue and sweat.
This step clears pores and preps your skin for serums and moisturizers.

✔ Best choices:

  • Oily skin: foaming cleanser with salicylic acid

  • Dry/sensitive skin: gentle cream or milk cleanser


🤍 Who Should Double Cleanse?

Double cleansing is great if you:

  • Wear makeup or sunscreen daily

  • Live in a city with pollution

  • Have oily or combination skin

If your skin is dry or sensitive, limit it to nighttime only to avoid over-cleansing.


🩷 Why It’s Worth It

The payoff?

  • Fewer breakouts

  • Smoother texture

  • Better product absorption

  • Clear, radiant skin ✨

🌙 “Think of double cleansing as a mini facial — every single night.”


👉 Shop the Perfect Duo

Explore Luna Core Women’s Cleansing Collection — gentle oil and foam cleansers that work in harmony for the cleanest, softest skin ever.
🛍️ Shop Now →

Back to blog