Cleansing oils are also great for sensitive and drier skin types, as they don't strip your skin barrier of any moisture or natural oils. Applied to dry skin, they're great for dissolving oils, make-up, dirt and grime before rinsing it away with lukewarm water - or a muslin cloth or flannel. There's no tugging or scrubbing needed and they also make for the best slippery surface for you to indulge in an evening facial massage. As an extra treat, give your cleansing oil a helping hand by removing it with a warm, damp, super-soft face cloth. It’ll help whisk away any last traces of oil, will make sure you don’t miss any pesky make-up remains, plus it feels lovely when you have a few extra minutes to spend on your cleanse. Oil cleansers provide one of the most gentle and effective ways of removing waterproof and stubborn makeup. And while slathering your face in oil might seem counterproductive if you’re naturally on the oilier side, this K-Beauty technique actually works in your skin type’s favour. According to basic scientific principles, like cancels like. And the same goes with skin care; oils dissolve oils. It depends on the formulation. If you have oily skin or are prone to congestion, Dr Phillips advises against using cleansing oils composed of a single oil blend without surfactants or emulsifiers as they’re more likely to clog pores. Instead, try ones that contain ingredients, such as peppermint or tea tree oil for a more clarifying cleanse.

Time to decipher the dos and don’ts behind how to use cleansing oil, to help it slip easily into your skincare routine. Do: Keep hands and face dryWhether you cleanse, double cleanse or simply rinse with water, if you're a human who washes their face, let's take a minute to talk about cleansing oils. The slippery counterpart to your humble face wash, oils are a great option if you want to gently clean your skin without disrupting your sensitive skin barrier.

We say: Free skin from impurities and clear dirt from pores with Neutrogena’s Deep Clean Cleansing Oil. It does a thorough job without stripping the skin of essential moisture.

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Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Isopropyl Palmitate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Phenoxyethanol, BHT, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate. Wong does point out that coconut oil and olive oil are ones to potentially avoid; coconut oil because it can clog pores and olive oil because it’s often processed and this can lead to irritation. Each product and brand is different though, so be sure to do independent research.

Once upon a time, not so long ago, ‘oil’ was a dirty word in the skincare universe. After all, isn’t the goal to get rid of the grease on your skin, not add more? But as we started to wise up, and the skincare market took a cue from other countries (hello, Korea), oils became the new hot thing, particularly when it came to cleansing—and for good reason. Be honest - when was the last time you made room for a little me-time? Get all the ahh of the spa without leaving the comfort of home with a cleansing oil mini massage. Rather than rinsing the oil away as soon as you’ve cleansed, spend a bit more time massaging it into skin in small, circular motions to dislodge grime and give your skin a feel-good glow. Suitable for even the most sensitive skin, this face cleanser contains no artificial perfume or colour, and no harsh chemicals that can upset your skin. Cleansing oils can be used by all skin types", explains Dr Sophie Shotter, an aesthetic and skin doctor. "The lipid base helps lift dirt and grime from the skin, but the oil isn’t usually left on your skin afterwards, meaning even oily skin types can use them." According to Dr Shotter, look out for jojoba, argan and marula oils as these can ‘help balance skin’s oil production’.

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What's more, the anti-aging effectiveness is not the only questionable thing about RP. It also exibits questionable behaviour in the presence of UV light and was the center of a debate between the non-profit group, EWG (whose intentions are no doubt good, but its credibility is often questioned by scientists) and a group of scientists and dermatologists lead bySteven Q. Wang, MD, director of dermatologic surgery at Memorial-Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre. Simple Kind to Skin Hydrating Cleansing Oil deeply cleanses and removes make-up and impurities, leaving your skin clean and instantly hydrated Contrary to your usual face washing ritual, cleansing oil goes straight from dry hands to a dry face. Go easy! A 50 pence-sized drop will be enough for it to smooth over skin, friction (and drip!) free. The greyish colour of the bottle of our face cleanser is owing to the fact that it’s made from recycled plastic.

We say: Made from 100 per cent grapeseed oil, Simple’s vitamin A and E-enriched formula leaves the skin cleansed without a greasy residue. Being kind to animals is also crucial to us, which is why the Kind to Skin range is vegan and Simple is certified cruelty-free by PETA, meaning we don’t test on animals anywhere in the world. How to use: Just apply 2-3 drops to dry hands, massage gently over your face (avoid getting it into your eyes), and then rinse thoroughly with warm water.This facial cleanser is made with the perfect blend of gentle cleansers and skin-loving ingredients such as grapeseed oil and vitamins A & E. Vitamin E and sunflower oil benefit the skin and help balance out dry and oily patches," says Dr Phillips. "Vitamin E also helps remove impurities, while maintaining hydration and doesn’t tend to aggravate oily areas of the skin." You say: “On the times that I used it to remove my makeup, I found it about 90% successful in removing it and I only wear powder foundation. It could be a little drying straight after using but it isn’t long until my skin felt normal again.” – Kimbabubble This differs from what water-based formulations do and are all the more gentle for it. "As [water-based formulations] contain water as a key ingredient, they remove water-based impurities, such as sweat and dirt from the skin," explains Dr Phillips.