MOST of us approach cleansing like brushing our teeth. We rarely give it a second thought. Turns out, our cleanser can make or break our routine.
This step serves to sweep away all the dirt, make-up and excess sebum, so skin can then absorb and benefit from the ingredients in the products that follow.
However, cleansers also play an important role in protecting the skin barrier. If a cleanser is too harsh (beware foaming formulas!) it can make it more susceptible to irritation and dryness.
All of which means those formulas you layer on afterwards are more likely to sensitise further rather than rejuvenate.
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