Pollution particles cling to your skin and embed in pores, regardless of makeup use. Even premium anti-pollution treatments fall short without proper removal of these contaminants from the epidermis.
All cleansers work well when chosen wisely. For minimal makeup, select gentle options like micellar water, foam, or gel. For heavier makeup, opt for oil or milk-based removers—massage into skin, press with palms to lift away makeup and pollutants, then rinse thoroughly. Prioritize gentleness to protect the skin barrier. A cleansing brush is fine if tailored to your skin's sensitivity (limit to 1-2 times weekly for reactive skin). Cleanse twice daily: micellar water on a cotton pad in the morning, full double cleanse at night. Simple and effective!
Micellar Cleansing Water, Lierac, €15.90. Gentle Cleanser, SkinCeuticals, €37. Silky Cleansing Oil, Pure State, €16. Cleansing Micellar Milk, Payot, €19.50.
Insights from Marie-Hélène Lair, Director of Scientific Communication at Clarins, and Gabrielle Sore, Scientific Director of L’Oréal Research (SkinCeuticals).
