SKIN BEAUTY
of women cleanse to
remove make-up, while
20% cleanse to
minimise ageing.*71%
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exfoliator (n)
A product that removes old
dead skin cells from the skin’s
outermost surface.
MECHANICAL EXFOLIATOR
A formula that contains fine,
hard particles like nut shells
to physically slough off dead
skin. Liz Earle Gentle Face
Exfoliator, £16.50.
CHEMICAL EXFOLIATOR
Uses gentle acids, often
fruit-derived, to rid your skin
of the dulling dead layer of
cells. Korres Pomegranate
AHAs & Enzymes Resurfacing
Mask, £32.cleanser (n)
A product that removes cellular
debris, oil, pollution, perspiration
and make-up.
MICELLAR WATER A lightweight and
gentle option that pulls away dirt and
impurities like a magnet. Bioderma
Sensibio H2O, £10.80.
CLEANSING WIPES A quick fix that
should be used as a first step ideally.
Make sure to buy biodegradable ones,
as most are plastic-based. Simple
Biodegradable Cleansing Makeup
Wipes, £3.65.
CLEANSING BALM/OIL/POLISH
Often oil-based, smoothed over skin
this gently lifts away make-up and dirt.
Best taken off the skin with a warm
damp cloth or flannel and followed up
with a gel as it can leave a residue.
Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing
Balm, £24.
CLEANSING GEL A foaming solution
that is used with water to cleanse a
make-up-free face. Elemis Superfood
Facial Wash, £25.