HOW TO CLEANSE YOUR FACE PROPERLY: BEST FACIAL CLEANSING ROUTINE & TIPS

A proper facial cleansing routine is the first step to getting healthy, radiant skin. Deep cleansing removes impurities, excess oil, and makeup – which unclogs your pores and allows your serums and treatments to penetrate deeply.

The first step in facial cleansing is to select the best face cleanser for your skin type. In this article, we’ll cover the best facial cleansers for oily skin, dry skin, and sensitive skin. You’ll also learn how to build a morning and night facial cleansing routine that’s easy-to-follow and effective.

Updated on the 21^st of march 2025

From BIOTHERM

How to find the best face cleanser for your skin type

While all face cleansers are formulated to remove impurities and refresh the skin, it’s important to choose one that suits your skin type. Facial cleansers are formulated with specific cleansing agents and extra ingredients that are best suited for specific skin types. Whether you have oily, acne-prone skin, dry skin with rough patches, sensitive skin that reacts easily, we’ll help you find the best face cleanser for you.

Gentle cleansers for dry or sensitive

If you have dry skin that’s prone to feeling tight and uncomfortable after cleansing, opt for a gentle and hydrating face cleanser. Look for nourishing ingredients that protect the skin barrier, such as ceramides. The Aquasource Hydra Barrier Cleanser is a non-drying face cleanser formulated with bioceramides to soothe and protect.You can also opt for the Biosource Softening Foaming Cleanser a rich facial cleanser which foams on contact with water to cleanse skin, removing makeup. Leaves dry skin clean, supple and comfortable.

Purifying cleansers for oily skin and normal skin

If you struggle with blemishes, excess oil, or non-sensitive skin, opt for a more purifying facial cleanser formula. The right cleanser will effectively cleanse your pores, remove excess oil, and control acne, without being too harsh on the skin. The Biosource Purifying Foaming Cleanser is powered by ingredients such as balancing zinc, exfoliating microbeads, and the purifying Biotech Plankton™.

Step-by-step morning and night face cleansing routine

Now that you’ve picked out the best face wash for your skin type, here’s how to cleanse your face properly and build a skincare routine that works:

1. Start your morning skincare routine by dampening your skin with water. Then lather on your facial cleanser in circular motions for about 30 seconds, avoiding the eye area. Rinse the facial cleanser off of your skin.
2. Follow up with a facial serum and moisturizer that’s suitable for your skin type.
3. Complete your routine with a face cream and sunscreen to hydrate and protect your skin for the day.
4. In the evening, first remove makeup and impurities with a makeup remover. Once your skin is clear of makeup, cleanse with your facial cleanser, following the same steps as above.
5. Follow up with your evening skincare treatments and facial creams to work their magic overnight.

And that’s it! Follow this facial cleansing routine day and night consistently and you’ll have healthy, radiant skin.