Oil Cleansers

Oil Cleansers

Although adding oil to your face as a nightly routine may seem counterintuitive as a skincare process, oil cleansers in truth may actually be more effective than traditional water-based cleansers. Not only are cleansing oils gentler and more hydrating on the skin, since they tend to be soap-free and thus, less irritating, they also effectively dissolve oil and strip away impurities without leaving a greasy residue. For a nourishing way to remove traces of make-up, grime, and sebum, consider adding an oil cleanser to your skincare collection—whether you have dry, acne-prone, oily, or sensitive skin, there’s a suitable cleanser that’s designed for your skin type.

Peruse the selection available online at THE ICONIC, with global brands like The Ordinary offering their take on oil cleansing in the Squalane cleanser, a gentle product formulated to remove make-up without over-drying your skin. The emulsifying sucrose esters work to dissolve grime and facial impurities, leaving your skin feeling moisturised and smooth even when used daily. For an oil-to-milk cleanser that turns milky on contact with water, beauty leader L’OCCITANE infuses their product with immortelle and calendula from the south of France to make sure their cleanser is rich with antioxidants.

Browse the extensive range of oil cleansers on THE ICONIC Beauty—stocked with coveted labels like Lux Aestiva, Inika Organic, Elizabeth Arden, SENSORI +, Salt by Hendrix, and QED Skincare—and discover a new, more moisturising way to clean to your face. Shop now to enjoy fast and free shipping across Australia and New Zealand.

What are oil cleansers and how do they work?
Oil cleansers are oil-based facial cleansing formulations, designed to help break through and melt away makeup, skincare, sunscreen or build-up on the skin.

Are oil cleansers suitable for all skin types?
Oil cleansers may be suitable for all skin types, depending on the formulation of your chosen brand. Some may be targeted more towards dry, oily, acne-prone, combination or sensitive skin, whether in an oil-to-foam or balm texture. Oil cleansers may emulsify upon contact with water, creating a smooth texture which easily rinses off the skin.

Can oil cleansers be used for double cleansing?
Oil cleansers can be used in a double cleansing routine. Combine your choice in oil cleansers with a more lightweight foam or gel cleanser for a two-step routine, starting with the oil cleanser to firstly remove makeup or build-up, following with the lighter textured cleanser to help clarify the skin.

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