Double cleansing is a staple in Asian beauty and skincare. What are you waiting for to include it in your routine?
Double cleansing is a mainstay in the skincare routine of many societies, and especially in Japan. Known for its focus on purity and natural beauty, the Japanese skincare philosophy centers on keeping skin healthy and hydrated. But what are the origins of this tradition?
Centuries-old tradition
We go back to Japan in the 17th century, during the Edo period. During that time, performances became popular throughout the country. kabuki , dramatic theatrical performances in which large amounts of material were used makeup , in order to be able to characterize the actresses as much as possible, and later also the actors. In order to be able to remove all this facial characterization, once the work was finished, an effective ritual was developed: double cleansing.
Later, that tradition passed into the hands of the maikos and geishas , who also required its use to remove all the makeup from their delicate faces. Such was the impact that both women and men from nearby countries such as Korea or China began to use it in their daily routines. skincare .
Nowadays, double cleansing is the first two steps of Japanese beauty method SAHO , known worldwide for its benefits on the skin. Once this deep cleansing has been applied, you can continue applying products with the certainty that these will have a greater effect on your face.
And you may wonder, how does the much talked about double cleansing work?
Step 1: Oil-based cleansing
The first step is cleaning with a product in oil base . This stage involves using a high quality gentle cleansing oil, such as KI: Calm & Clean BALM from Koen Japan Beauty. This oil is fused with water to create a rich cleansing milk that is spread in gentle, circular motions to remove makeup, sunscreen products and impurities.
Step 2: Water-based cleaning
The second step is completed by cleaning with a product in water-based . In this phase, a water-based cleansing gel is used, such as AWA: Balance CLEANSER FOAM, which creates a light foam to remove any oil residue, ensuring that the skin is completely clean and fresh. Water-based cleansers are usually formulated to balance the skin without affecting the oils that are naturally produced.
As Japanese philosophy states, double cleansing is a ritual that is performed with harmony and tranquility . It is an intimate moment to take care of our skin and connect with ourselves. In addition, if it is accompanied by the use of products that include natural ingredients, which avoid the use of harmful and aggressive chemicals, we can pamper our skin with the delicacy it deserves.
How do I include double cleansing in my routine?
From KŌEN JAPAN BEAUTY we want to offer you your first contact (or second, third...) with the double cleansing routine BAI JŌ , which includes the cleanser KI: CALM & CLEAN BALM (oily base) and AWA: BALANCE CLEANSER FOAM (water based).
Feel the effects of this centuries-old tradition and enjoy healthy, radiant skin from the first use, and experience its benefits both in the short and long term!
References:
A.C. Scott (1999) The kabuki theater of Japan, Dover Publications, 1999, ISBN 0-486-40645-8.
Ronald Cavaye, Paul Griffith and Akihiko Senda (2004). A Guide to the Japanese Stage. Japan: Kodansha International.
Saeki, C. (2009). The Japanese Skincare Revolution: How to have The Most Beautiful Skin of Your Life--At Any age.