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Even if you’re wary of oil-based products, the best cleansing oil might change your mindandskin.
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Massage thoroughly to dry skin, emulsify with water, and rinse.
Ready for the gentlest cleanse of your life?
Keep reading to discover our favorites of all we’ve tested.
Senior news editor Nicola Dall’Asen holding Man:yo’s Pure Cleansing Oil
It’s the only reason my facialists are always telling me there’s no need for extractions."
It goes easy on sensitive eyes, too, but doesn’t sacrifice its makeup-busting powers to do so.
Commerce editor Sarah Han after using Hanskin’s AHA Pore Cleansing Oil.
Senior news editor Nicola Dall’Asen holding Man:yo’s Pure Cleansing Oil
My skin feels clean but not tight and ready for its second cleanse, and all that follows."
The more you know:This cleansing oil isn’t ideal for dry skin.
Instead, people with dry skin should opt for theDermalogica Micellar Prebiotic Precleanse.
If youhave blackheads, the last thing you want to do is squeeze or pop them at home.
We recommend this cleansing oil followed by asalicylic acid-laced, water-based cleanser.
She tells Allure it’s an “essential oil that repairs the skin barrier.”
Commerce editor Sarah Han after using Hanskin’s AHA Pore Cleansing Oil.
Tester feedback:Allureassociate beauty directorSarah Kinonenis a personal fan of this formula.
A cool fact: The cleansing oil is formulated and packaged onHarper’s 1,200 acre Vermont farmno outsourcing needed.
(DHC offersOlive Concentrated Cleansing Oilfor dehydrated skin types.)
Interim shopping director Deanna Pai after Tatcha’s Pure One Step Camellia Cleansing Oil
Work this classic onto dry skin, then watch it beautifully emulsify with warm water.
It’s so gentle that you might use it toclean your makeup brushesnow, that’s a true multitasker.
The more you know:If you have particularly oily skin, go for theDHC Pore Cleansing Oil instead.
Interim shopping director Deanna Pai after Tatcha’s Pure One Step Camellia Cleansing Oil
Tester feedback:“I love how simple and recognizable the ingredient list is,” says Han.
This foaming cleanser can also be used on your body, making it an ideal two-in-one shower routine staple.
Who can use cleansing oils?
In short, everyone!
How do I use a cleansing oil?
“Use it as a first step to remove all the makeup.
How often should I use a cleansing oil?
Is double-cleansing worth it?
Like with all skin care, whether you double-cleanse or not depends on your personal preferences and lifestyle.
However, it’s worth noting that double cleansing isn’t for everyone’s skin-care routines.
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