If You're Not Cleansing Properly, The Rest of Your Routine is Pointless. Let's Talk About It
Let me hold your hands while I say this - if you're not effectively cleansing your skin, the rest of your routine isn’t doing what you think it is. I know, it stings a little, but hear me out.
Cleansing is the foundation of skincare. It’s the step that sets the tone for everything else, yet it’s the one we tend to think the least about. We invest in exfoliators, serums, and moisturizers, believing that’s where the magic happens, but if you're not cleansing properly, those powerhouse ingredients aren’t getting the chance to do their job.
The Problem with Traditional Cleansers
For so long, we’ve been conditioned to think that a good cleanser is one that leaves our skin feeling squeaky clean. That tight, almost dry sensation? That’s actually your skin crying out for help. Many foaming, gel, and cream cleansers strip the skin, leaving it red, irritated, and even more prone to breakouts.
And if you have oily, acne-prone skin like I do, you’ve probably spent years reaching for products designed to dry out oil, convinced that’s the solution. Spoiler: it’s not.
Oil Cleansing: The Game-Changer
I know, I know - the idea of putting oil on already oily skin sounds terrifying. Trust me, I was right there with you. Before I started formulating skincare, I couldn’t wrap my head around it. Why would I add more oil to my already oily skin?
But here’s the thing, oil attracts oil. Imagine a glass of water with a layer of oil sitting on top. If you tried to mix them, the water wouldn’t break through the oil. Now picture your skin: if you use a water-based cleanser on an oily surface, it’s not going to lift away that excess oil properly. But if you use an oil-based cleanser? They bond together, making it easier to remove dirt, sebum, and impurities without stripping your skin.
Why I Created The Almond Oil Cleanser
When I formulated The Almond Oil Cleanser, I wanted something that worked for everyone. Something that wouldn’t just remove makeup and SPF but also nourish the skin barrier, because that’s where real skin transformation happens.
Drier skin? It replenishes moisture. Oily, acne-prone skin? It helps regulate sebum without over-drying. Sensitive, inflamed skin? The gentle blend of sweet almond oil, squalane, papaya enzymes, shea butter, and colloidal oat helps calm, soothe, and support healing.
Most cleansers targeted at oily and acne-prone skin are all about stripping, scrubbing, and drying, but that approach often creates more problems than it solves. Over-cleansing weakens the skin barrier, leading to more breakouts, redness, and dehydration. The goal isn’t to fight your skin but to work with it.
So, consider this your big sister moment: take your time with cleansing. Be intentional. Give your skin what it actually needs. And if you haven’t tried oil cleansing yet? This is your sign.