Should I double cleanse, and can I use Gentle Cleansing Foam for both steps?

Immediate Answer: Double cleansing is recommended in the evening if you've been wearing SPF, makeup, or both. Yes, you can use Gentle Cleansing Foam for both steps—the first pass removes surface residue (SPF, makeup, pollution), the second pass cleanses the skin itself.

The Science: Double cleansing originated in Korean and Japanese skincare and has become standard practice. The principle is simple: oil-based residue (SPF, makeup, sebum) doesn't dissolve well with a single water-based wash. The first cleanse breaks down this oily layer; the second cleanse actually cleans the skin.

Traditional double cleansing uses an oil-based cleanser first, then a water-based cleanser second. Gentle Cleansing Foam's combination of surfactants is effective enough to handle both steps—the cocamidopropyl betaine component has mild emulsifying properties that break down oil-based residue.

How to Double Cleanse with Gentle Cleansing Foam:

1. First cleanse (30 seconds): Apply foam to dry or damp face. Massage gently to dissolve SPF and makeup. Rinse with lukewarm water.
2. Second cleanse (30 seconds): Apply foam again to wet face. This time you're cleansing skin, not removing product. Rinse thoroughly.
3. Pat dry and proceed with your evening routine.

Optional deeper cleanse: For a mild physical exfoliation during your second cleanse, use the Face Repair Device with Gentle Cleansing Foam. The device gently lifts dead skin cells and residue that manual cleansing can miss, while the foam keeps the process gentle enough for daily use.

When You Don't Need to Double Cleanse:

• Morning: A single cleanse is sufficient (you're only removing overnight sebum and product residue)
• Evenings when you haven't worn SPF or makeup: A single thorough cleanse is fine

Pro Tip: We recommend using Gentle Cleansing Foam for both steps of your double cleanse—it's formulated to handle SPF, makeup, and daily residue in two passes. For an even deeper cleanse, add the Face Repair Device during your second pass to gently exfoliate while cleansing.