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  • Trilogy Make-Up Be Gone Cleansing Balm
    first cleanse,  Trilogy

    Trilogy Make-Up Be Gone Cleansing Balm

    the claim The Trilogy Make-Up Be Gone Cleansing Balm claims to remove foundation, mascara and lipstick (long-wear and waterproof) like nothing else. It melts on contact with warm skin, dissolving impurities and leaving your face perfectly cleansed, supple and silky-smooth.   the science The star ingredients in the formula are highlighted on the jar label, namely, Coconut Oil, Mango Butter and Rose Hip Seed Oil.     Coconut Oil has widely documented hydration and nourishing properties resulting from a high content of essential fatty acids. It coats the skin’s natural barrier to prevent moisture loss and in doing so, together with anti-bacterial properties, helps to heal and repair skin.  …

  • double cleansers
    cleanse,  routine

    Double Cleansing

    the theory As the name suggests, double cleansing is the Korean process of cleaning your face twice before layering the remainder of your evening skincare. The first cleanse flushes away the majority of oil based impurities including pollutants, makeup, sebum, bacteria and layers of sunscreen. The second picks up what the first misses and also effectively removes perspiration, cell debris and dirt.   According to Dr Susan Mayou, consultant dermatologist at London’s Cadogan Cosmetics clinic: Make-up is now formulated for its staying power, so it often needs a double cleanse to remove it thoroughly. Research shows that when skin isn’t properly cleaned, the surface layer can prevent active ingredients from…

  • Banila Co,  first cleanse

    Banila Co. Clean It Zero

    the claim The Banila Co. Clean It Zero balm is said to have a lightweight, soft, sorbet-like formula to provide quick and easy one-step cleansing, whisking away pore-clogging impurities without irritating skin. Suitable for all skin types and able to perfectly remove even heavy, tenacious makeup with the mild cleansing power of papaya extract. Please note that since publishing this review, Banila Co has released a new version of this balm that is free of mineral oil.   the science The Banila Co. cleansing balm uses Papaya Extract to naturally and gently exfoliate and remove skin impurities. Papaya has many documented benefits for the skin. It is high in antioxidant…