The Truth About Double Cleansing (and Why It Works)

More Than Just a Trend
Double cleansing might sound like an extra step—but it’s actually a return to skin clarity. It’s not about stripping or scrubbing. It’s about treating your skin with enough care to truly reset, especially after long days, SPF layers, and environmental stress.

What began as a quiet ritual in Korean beauty routines has now found a place in minimalist skincare lovers' hearts around the world. Because it works. Gently, powerfully, and beautifully.

Why Two Steps Are Better Than One
The concept is simple. The first cleanse—usually with an oil-based cleanser—breaks down makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum. Oil attracts oil, so it lifts impurities that water-based formulas can’t reach.

The second cleanse uses a water-based gel or cream cleanser to remove leftover residue and clean the skin itself. Together, they leave your face not just clean, but balanced. Not tight. Not dry. Just soft and ready to absorb what’s next.

Velvo Beauty’s approach to double cleansing honors this balance—offering formulas that glide, rinse effortlessly, and respect your skin barrier at every step.

When to Double Cleanse
You don’t need to double cleanse every time you wash your face. Once a day, usually in the evening, is enough—especially if you’ve worn makeup or SPF. Morning skin, free from buildup, usually only needs a gentle water cleanse.

Let it be a moment of pause. Warm hands, slow circles, a soft cloth. Skincare begins not with a product, but with presence.

The Velvo Takeaway
Double cleansing isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing better—with intention, softness, and skin that thanks you in glow.