In facial routines, what is a 'double cleanse'?

• A. Cleansing the face and neck separately.
• B. Cleansing with two different products at once.
• C. Cleansing only once but with a cleanser that foams twice.
• D. Cleansing twice to remove makeup and impurities.

Answer: (D)

Double cleanse means performing two cleansing steps in a facial routine to ensure a completely clean base. The first cleanse uses an oil- or balm-based product to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and excess oil, breaking down products that sit on the surface of the skin. The second cleanse uses a water-based cleanser to remove any remaining residue, sweat, and water-soluble dirt. This two-step approach helps ensure the skin is free of product buildup, pores are clarified, and skin is better prepared to absorb serums and moisturisers. It’s especially useful for makeup wearers or those who wear sunscreen, but the idea is two distinct cleansing actions in sequence. The other options don’t fit: cleansing the face and neck separately isn’t about the number of cleansing steps; using two different products at once isn’t how cleansing is performed (they’re used in sequence, not simultaneously); and cleansing only once—even with a foaming cleanser—still constitutes a single cleanse.