The Proper Face-Washing Method Explained by Imi-seok Theme Dermatology Clinic

The Proper Face-Washing Method Explained by Imi-seok Theme Dermatology Clinic

Hello, this is Imi-seok Theme Dermatology Clinic. Today, we are going to talk about the proper way to wash your face. Because it is the change of seasons, skin tends to become more flared up and dead skin cells become more noticeable, while sebum secretion also increases, leading to more skin concerns such as blackheads and acne. To help prevent these skin problems from developing, it is important to wash your face properly.

Cleanse Thoroughly

Using the cleansing product that suits you best, such as eye remover, cleansing oil, cleansing water, or cleansing tissue, you should remove impurities thoroughly, even from deep within the pores. When washing your face, start with the T-zone, where oil tends to be heavier. For the forehead, gently create a spiral motion from the inside to the outside while rubbing the foam over the skin. Next, make circular motions around the cheeks, relaxing your hands and massaging gently. For the sides of the nose, rub up and down so that excess sebum and residue can be removed. For the eye area, which is dry and prone to wrinkles, gently rub along the skin texture in an oval motion from side to side. Finally, wash up to the outer edge of the face in a spiral motion from top to bottom, making sure to rinse off all the soap. Rinse especially carefully in areas that are difficult to wash well. If you do not rinse thoroughly, breakouts can easily occur.

Use a Mildly Acidic Foaming Cleanser and Lukewarm Water

Hot water enlarges pores and dries out the skin, while cold water causes sebum and foaming cleanser ingredients to congeal. Therefore, when washing your face, it is best to choose lukewarm water that is neither too hot nor too cold. Also, minimize friction between the skin and your hands while washing, since washing too strongly can damage the skin. Please wash carefully so that no dust or residue remains.

For a foaming cleanser, it is better to use a mild, slightly acidic product rather than one with strong cleansing power. The reason is that healthy skin is slightly acidic, around pH 5.5 to pH 6.5. If you have very oily skin, choose a product with a pH level suited to your skin type and use it!

Also, when cleansing, it is better to dispense the product into your hands, work up a lather, and then use that foam to roll over the face and wash away makeup and impurities.

It is better to use different cleansing products for morning and evening. In the morning, since there is no heavy makeup, use a light cleansing product to remove sebum secreted overnight and invisible dust from bedding.

Face-Washing Methods by Skin Type

Oily skin: Oily skin tends to have a lot of sebum, so it is better to use a gel type or lotion type rather than a cleansing oil. It is good to take care of it with deep cleansing once or twice a week so that oil does not clog the pores. Excess oil can cause breakouts such as blackheads and whiteheads, so you need to wash thoroughly.

Dry skin: For dry skin, it is better to use an oil type or balm type cleanser. If your skin is dry, it is best to keep cleansing brief. Washing for too long can damage the skin’s protective barrier and make it even drier, so it is better to cleanse for about 1 to 2 minutes.

Combination skin: Combination skin is a mix of oily and dry skin, and when cleansing, you should cleanse according to the oily areas. It is better to wash with a low-oil cleansing water or lotion type product. About once or twice a week, when caring for blackheads or whiteheads, it is good to wash with cleansing oil, and keep cleansing quick so that the protective barrier on dry areas is not damaged.

Imi-seok Theme Dermatology Clinic’s Carenology

Imi-seok Theme Dermatology Clinic provides 1:1 customized care tailored to each person’s skin. Treatment is provided with a variety of laser devices, and medical skin care treatments are also performed when needed. In addition, Director Imi-seok of Imi-seok Theme Dermatology Clinic has helped resolve skin concerns for Asian women based on more than 5,000 clinical cases since opening the dermatology clinic in 1995. We recommend Carenology cleansing products, a brand that reflects Director Imi-seok’s philosophy of pursuing the most complete method for skin, rather than just partial relief of skin problems. As mentioned earlier, cleansing products should be used according to the skin condition in the morning and evening, and with Carenology’s Clearly Cleanser Duo, you can cleanse your skin appropriately for morning and evening.

Today, we talked about the proper way to wash your face. To have clean skin, removing makeup is more important than applying it, and the best method is to cleanse with products suited to your skin type. Even if you only applied a simple sunscreen, remember that you must still wash your face. If you want treatment or care for scars, wrinkles, elasticity, or other concerns that cannot be improved through cleansing alone, please contact Imi-seok Theme Dermatology Clinic. If you combine medical skin care and home care suited to your skin, you can expect better results. If you do not know your skin type and find it difficult to choose the right product, visit us for a consultation and examination to learn which cleansing formula is right for your skin.

If you would like to find out your skin type at home, please refer to the link below.