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Oil cleansers
A first-cleanse step that melts away sunscreen and makeup before your regular cleanser goes to work.
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How & when to use it
Use in the evening only, before your regular cleanser. Massage onto dry skin to dissolve sunscreen and makeup, then emulsify with water and rinse.
By skin type
All skin types benefit when wearing SPF or makeup — even oily skin, since oil dissolves oil more effectively than a water-based cleanser alone.
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Common mistakes
- Skipping it on sunscreen days — a regular cleanser alone often can't fully remove SPF
- Using it in the morning, when it's not needed
Frequently asked questions
Will an oil cleanser make oily skin worse?
No — oil dissolves oil, and it's rinsed away afterward, so it doesn't leave residue behind.
Is this a step everyone needs?
Only if you wear sunscreen, makeup, or heavy products during the day. Otherwise your regular cleanser is enough.
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