Cleansing your face is not only the first step in your daily skincare routine, but it's also essential for healthy, glowing, and balanced skin. But even with regular cleansing, many of us still experience breakouts, clogged pores, and tired-looking skin. Why?
In this post, I will share not only my experience, but also practical tips that will help you understand what mistakes are most often made , and what an effective facial cleansing routine should actually look like.
1. Makeup remover ≠ cleanser
Makeup remover is not the same as face wash. It is specifically designed to remove makeup, SPF, and long-lasting products that can otherwise remain on the skin and clog pores, but not to wash your face.
🧴 Recommendation: CLINICARE makeup remover - perfectly removes thick layers of makeup without damaging the skin's protective barrier. Suitable for all skin types, even sensitive facial skin.
2. A facial cleanser should cleanse, not dry.
After removing makeup, it's time for a deep skin cleansing . A good cleanser removes excess oil, dirt, and pollution, but at the same time does not damage the skin's protective barrier .
🧼 Recommendation: AHAVA Gentle Cleansing Foam is a cleanser that transforms into a light, silky, soft foam with every pump. Instantly refreshes your facial skin.
3. Toner is not an optional step, but a necessity
Many people still confuse toner with cleanser or don't use it at all. However, toner balances the skin's pH , prepares it for serums and creams, and improves the absorption of active ingredients.
💧 My sincere recommendation : CHRISTINA PROFESSIONAL BIO PHYTO Revitalizing Toner – refreshes, soothes and moisturizes the skin after cleansing. Does not dry out. This facial toner complements the initial cleansing stage and gives a feeling of clean freshness.
4. Detoxifying masks – an additional but important step
It's worth including a purifying mask in your facial cleansing routine once or twice a week, which helps open pores, remove deep-seated dirt, and reduce blackheads.
In our assortment, you will find several options that have been highly rated by our customers:
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🖤 AHAVA Detoxifying Mud Mask – moisturizes, cleanses, brightens and soothes facial skin.
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🔴 Purifying Mud Mask – ideal for use on acne, helps reduce inflammation.
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🟢 CLINICARE deep cleansing, pore-reducing mask – in just 15-20 minutes, your skin can become cleaner, fresher, radiant and noticeably moisturized. This mask corrects and tightens enlarged pores.
💡 When to use face masks? After cleanser, before serum and cream.
Conclusions: what is worth remembering?
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Cleaning must be a multi-step process – only then will it be effective.
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Each product has its own purpose – don't use facial toner instead of cleanser!
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AHAVA cosmetics with Dead Sea ingredients are a great choice for those looking for gentle but deep cleansing.
Want to start with the basics? Then take note of:
✔️ Makeup remover +
✔️ Wash +
✔️ Tonic =
the perfect foundation for healthy and radiant skin!
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