A face cleanser is a skincare product specifically designed to clean the skin on the face. Its primary function is to remove dirt, oil, makeup, dead skin cells, and other impurities from the surface of your skin. Cleansers can help prevent clogged pores, acne, and other skin issues, while also preparing your skin for additional skincare treatments like moisturisers and serums.

Cleansers are crucial for maintaining healthy skin. Some benefits of incorporating facial cleansers into your skincare routine include:

• Removes Dirt and Impurities - Cleansers effectively remove dirt, oil, sweat, makeup, and environmental pollutants that accumulate on the skin throughout the day, helping to keep your skin clean and fresh.

• Prevents Acne and Breakouts - By keeping pores clear of debris and excess oil, facial cleansers can help prevent acne, blackheads, and other types of breakouts.

• Balances Skin – Using a face cleanser helps maintain the skin's natural pH balance, which is crucial for healthy skin function. A balanced pH prevents the skin from becoming too oily or too dry.

• Enhances Product Absorption - Clean skin allows for better absorption of skincare products like serums, moisturisers, and treatments, making them more effective.

• Exfoliates Dead Skin Cells - Some cleansers contain exfoliating ingredients that help remove dead skin cells, promoting a smoother and brighter complexion.

• Promotes Skin Health – Regularly using facial cleansers helps maintain the skin's overall health by supporting the natural skin barrier, preventing damage, and reducing the risk of infections.

• Improves Hydration - Cleansers can help manage the skin's hydration levels by removing excess oil and debris that can clog pores and prevent moisture from penetrating the skin.

• Reduces Signs of Aging - Keeping the skin clean and free from pollutants and impurities can help reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging by promoting healthier, more resilient skin.

• Prepares Skin for Makeup - Clean skin provides a better canvas for makeup application, allowing for smoother, more even coverage and longer-lasting wear.

The frequency of using a face cleanser depends on your skin type, lifestyle, and personal needs. Here are general guidelines:

• Twice Daily - For most people, cleansing the face twice a day—once in the morning and once in the evening—is ideal. Morning cleansing removes any oils and sweat that accumulate overnight, while evening cleansing removes dirt, oil, makeup, and pollutants from the day.

• After Exercise - Always cleanse your face after sweating heavily, such as after a workout, to remove sweat and prevent clogged pores.

• Makeup Removal - If you wear makeup, ensure you cleanse your face thoroughly at the end of the day to remove all traces of makeup. Nutri-Luxe Cleansing Oil is a gentle face cleanser that removes even the toughest of waterproof makeup whilst bringing the skin’s natural oils back to balance.

Listen to your skin and adjust your cleansing routine as needed. If you notice any signs of irritation, dryness, or breakouts, consider modifying the frequency or type of face cleanser you're using.

Incorporate facial cleansers into your skincare routine by cleansing twice daily, morning and evening. Both NEUROCOSMEDICS cleansers are best applied to dry skin and massaged into break down dirt, makeup, grime and oil then are to be emulsified with water. Remove the cleanser with a Muslin Cloth, rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Follow with our 4-In-1 Micellar Detoxifying Water, booster serums, and hydrator to suit your skin type and concerns. In the morning, finish with sunscreen for UV protection. Adjust frequency based on your skin’s needs and consider weekly additions like exfoliation and face masks for enhanced care. Consistency and using suitable cleansers are key for maintaining healthy skin.

NEUROCOSMEDICS offers different types of cleansers designed to suit every skin type.

• Gel Cleansers – Typically the best facial cleansers for oilier and acne-prone skin or thickened skins as often these cleansers contain ingredients to help control oil, clean pores and gently exfoliate the skin. Our AHA Milk-Gel Cleanser is a gentle yet deep cleansing milk-gel that lightly cleanses and exfoliates the skin using botanical multi-fruit acids to promote smoother, brighter and more radiant skin.

• Oil Cleansers – Perfect for dry, dehydrated and senstisive skins and also ideal for removing makeup, oil cleansers are the best facial cleansers to dissolve makeup and sebum, allowing for a deep clean without disrupting the skin's natural oils. Our Nutri-Luxe Cleansing Oil is a gentle and nutrient-rich cleansing oil that removes all traces of makeup, dirt and pollutants whilst bringing the skin's natural oils to a place of equilibrium.

• Micellar Water - A gentle, water-based face cleanser that contains micelles, which are tiny oil molecules suspended in water. It's effective for all skin types and doesn't require rinsing, making it a convenient option for quick cleansing. Our 4-In-1 Micellar Detoxifying Water takes it to the next level, as it not only works as a gentle face and eye makeup remover but also acts as a next-generation toner and biomimetic anti-pollutant shield for the ultimate skin protection.

Choosing the best facial cleansers for your skin type involves understanding your skin's specific needs and selecting a cleanser formulated to address those needs. Here are the cleansers NEUROCOSMEDICS offer, and the skin concerns they address:

• Nutri-Luxe Cleansing Oil - A gentle and nutrient-rich cleansing grape seed and avocado oil blend that removes all traces of makeup, dirt and pollutants whilst rebalancing the skin’s natural oil balance. This nourishing oil face cleanser is perfect for all skin types, and the best facial cleanser for dry, dehydrated, mature and compromised skins.

• AHA Milk-Gel Cleanser - A gentle yet deep cleansing milk-gel that lightly exfoliates the skin using botanical multi-fruit acids to promote smoother, brighter and more radiant skin. This facial cleanser and gentle exfoliant in one is perfect for problematic, sun-damaged, pigmented and thickened skins looking for daily exfoliation. It can also be used after Nutri-Luxe Cleansing Oil for a dual double cleansing action.

• 4-In-1 Micellar Detoxifying Water - A gentle facial cleanser, eye make-up remover, next generation toner and biomimetic anti-pollutant shield that protects the skin from urban pollution, smog, toxic chemicals, cigarette smoke and fuel exhaust. This elevated micellar water is perfect for all skin types and can be used as a morning cleanser or in the evening as a second face cleanser.

When incorporating new cleansers into your skincare routine, only try one new facial cleanser at a time for a few weeks and observe how your skin reacts. Adjust if you experience any irritation, dryness, or breakouts. By understanding your skin type and concerns, you can select the best facial cleansers that effectively support your skincare routine and promotes healthy, balanced skin.

For guidance on finding the best facial cleansers for your skin, visit your nearest G&M skin clinic or start a live chat on our website with a G&M Skin Expert.