What you need to know about cleansing oil –

When it comes to removing makeup, the last thing on your mind is an oily product, after all, only soap can do the job, right? In truth no.

WHAT IS IT

Cleansing oil is a facial cleanser in the form of oil and its function is to remove makeup residues, oil-based sunscreen, among others. “It is an excellent product to remove make-up because when you apply it, it creates an emulsion of the oil with the water-resistant products, forming a cream and thus you eliminate the residues with the application of the cleansing oil” he explains Meire Gonzagadermatologist.

An interesting advantage is the use of cleansing oil on the eyelids, because the eye area is very dry and common soaps can greatly dehydrate this region.

WHO HAS OILY SKIN CAN USE IT?

the dermatologist Cintia Cunha explains that the cleansing oil can be used for all skin types, but the greatest benefit is for those with dry and dry skin, because they are skins that suffer a lot from soaps that form foam, which have a greater detergency power and end up removing more the natural properties of the skin.

People with oily skin can use cleansing oil, but it is important to evaluate the characteristics of each skin. “Oily skin, in some cases, has a tendency to acne and comedones, and when this type of skin has these characteristics, soaps or complementary products with astringent action, with the aim of reducing the proliferation of microbacteria on the skin, can often be used. necessary and important. So, patients with oily skin can use it, but specific characteristics, such as a tendency to acne, should be discussed with the dermatologist” concludes the professional.

But can it clog pores?

The word “oil” can still scare (and a lot) when the subject is skin, but believe me: it is not common for cleansing oil to clog pores, since its objective is to eliminate impurities, causing a deep cleaning. “It will even help to unclog pores. Because it has oil, it helps with the balance and production of our own skin’s natural oil because it doesn’t have such an aggressive effect. Some cleansing oils on the market have complementary properties, such as antioxidant actives, moisturizing actives, skin vitamins that leave the skin with a softer and more hydrated texture, but it is important to carefully evaluate each one”, reinforces Cinthia.

HOW TO USE

With the skin still dirty and dry, you apply the cleansing oil to your hands and massage it all over your face, in the eye area and then you remove it with water or a tissue.

It can be used every day, but it depends on how often you use water-resistant products, as it is more suitable for water-resistant foundation, waterproof mascara, etc.