Why over-cleansing can do more harm than good
<p dir="ltr">As we all know, taking off your makeup and sunscreen at the end of the day is a vital part of anyone’s skincare routine.</p><p dir="ltr">This process not only helps you feel fresh and relaxed to get a good night’s sleep, but is also an essential step to remove dirt, oil and dead skin cells that can lead to skin feeling congested, breakouts and lasting dullness. </p><p dir="ltr">While most people opt for a makeup remover, such as wipes or cleansing serums, it turns out this process could be doing more harm than good - especially with ageing skin. </p><p dir="ltr">According to Dr Mike Bell, Head of Science and Research for the holy grail UK skincare brand No7, “The over-cleansing of skin - sometimes with harsh high surfactant foaming cleansers or high alcohol-based toners - can be as harmful as the over-use of make-up or ineffective removal of make-up.” </p><p dir="ltr">“The skin’s essential barrier can become stripped of important ceramides and lipids, leaving it more sensitive and vulnerable to the environment."</p><p dir="ltr">Dr Bell’s solution? Turn to a cleanser that gets the job done, without all the harsh ingredients. </p><p dir="ltr">"Effective removal does rely on cleansers with mild but effective surfactants as well as the right type of emollient oils that together can dissolve even the most stubborn make-up.”</p><p dir="ltr">“Branched ester emollients like isononyl isononanoate are particularly effective as is dimethicone for dissolving some of the higher waterproof make-ups. These are combined with olive oil-based emulsifiers to take your make-up off seamlessly without harming the skin," he says. </p><p dir="ltr">Luckily, No7 offers a huge range of cleansers for all skin types, with tested formulas that will help remove makeup with ease, and not damage your skin in the process. </p><p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.priceline.com.au/no7-biodegradable-cleansing-wipes-30-wipes">No7 Biodegradable Cleansing Wipes</a> are a tested favourite, with the soft and gentle wipes helping to clear pores and banish all traces of impurity with ease. </p><p><img src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/2022/02/cleansing-No7.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p><p dir="ltr"><em>Image credit: Supplied - No7</em></p><p><span id="docs-internal-guid-1437face-7fff-1449-341c-422b054a5c8a">For a gentle eye makeup remover that won’t leave behind traces of your favourite mascara, look no further than <a href="https://www.priceline.com.au/brand/no7/no7-radiant-results-revitalising-eye-make-up-remover-100-ml">No7 Radiant Results Revitalising Eye Make-Up Remover</a>.</span></p><p><img src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/2022/02/eye-No7.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></p><p dir="ltr"><em>Image credit: Supplied - No7</em></p><p dir="ltr">A gentle pre-cleanse is essential for any deep clean, with<a href="https://www.priceline.com.au/no7-radiant-results-revitalising-micellar-cleansing-water-200-ml"> No7 Radiant Results Revitalising Micellar Cleansing Water</a> working to capture make-up, impurities and pollutants, drawing them away from the skin in an instant. </p><p><span id="docs-internal-guid-a40944fa-7fff-b343-129f-ea8e24d6b524"><img src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/2022/02/micellar-No7.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" /></span></p><p dir="ltr"><em>Image credit: Supplied - No7</em></p><p dir="ltr">Available at <a href="https://www.priceline.com.au/brand/no7">Priceline</a>, these three holy grail products are available for under $20 each, making them a must have to everyone’s skincare regime. </p><p dir="ltr"><em>Image credits: Getty Images / No7</em><span id="docs-internal-guid-3157a1b6-7fff-2307-ef31-e41d41e5893c"></span></p>
