It’s understandable; many traditional cleansers on the market contain surfactants and foaming agents with the promise of removing excess oil from pores. So why would you willingly massage oil into your skin? “Oil cleansing really helps dissolve dirt, makeup, sunblock, and blackheads. In fact, I especially like oil cleansers for oily, congested skin,” says Britta Plug, holistic esthetician and mbg Collective member, who created this quick video showing how to oil cleanse the right way (hint: you should be using a washcloth!). Best part? Oils provide a deep cleanse without compromising the skin barrier (like those stripping traditional cleansers referenced above). Your skin produces natural oils, so you’re essentially giving your skin what it already loves, even protecting the natural lipid layer while you’re at it. And if you’re somewhat nervous about using an oil from your kitchen (fair!), there are plenty of product options, instead. These nourish the skin no matter if your skin type is dry, oily, acne-prone or super sensitive. Here they are below: Vitamin B Enzyme Cleansing Oil + Makeup Remover, One Love Organics ($42) Pure Calm Cleansing Dew, de Mamiel ($96) Deep Pore Oil Cleanser, white & elm ($18.95) Deep Cleansing Oil, DHC ($15) Facial Cleansing Oil, Burt’s Bees ($15.99) Pure One Step Camellia Cleansing Oil, Tatcha ($48) Squalane + Antioxidant Cleansing Oil, Biossance ($30) Rosehip Transformation Cleansing Oil, Trilogy ($25.50) Coconut Jasmine Pre-Cleanse Oil, Savor Beauty ($32) Lustra Illuminating Cleansing Essence, In Fiore ($125) Light Work Rosehip Cleansing Oil, Pai Skincare ($29)
