A good facial cleanser is the base for an effective skin care routine. It’s the first step, and often the one that is rushed or done with the wrong products. Choosing a cleanser that works well for your specific skin type and needs ensures that the rest of the products in your skin care routine will work effectively. Using the wrong cleanser can result in a damaged skin barrier, irritation, clogged pores, and build-up on the skin. In this blog, we will address different skin concerns and how to choose one of our cleansers to best suit your skin type.
What is your skin type?
There are 5 different skin types, and sometimes it can be confusing when determining which skin type you have. These are the 5 skin types and their characteristics:
- Oily: Oily skin is characterized by an excess production of sebum that causes the skin to feel greasy and look shiny. This skin type is often prone to acne and clogged pores, but it might be less prone to wrinkles. If you notice excess shine on your forehead, nose, and chin, you likely have oily skin.
- Normal: Normal skin is balanced in terms of sebum production, is not prone to acne, clogged pores, or dryness. A basic routine to cleanse and moisturize the skin is ideal for normal skin.
- Dry: Dry skin is characterized by a low sebum production compared to the other skin types. Dry skin is prone to flakiness, irritation, and a tight feeling across the face. If you find that your skin feels less elastic or tight, even with moisturizer, you likely have dry skin.
- Combination: This skin type is a combination of both oily and dry. Typically, the T-Zone (forehead, nose, and chin) will display characteristics of oily skin, while the cheek area will display those of dry or normal skin. This skin type can be prone to clogged pores and some acne.
- Sensitive: It is possible to have sensitive skin regardless of your skin type, whether it be dry, normal, oily, or combo. Sensitive skin is prone to redness, irritation, itchiness, and sometimes dryness. Skin sensitivities can be triggered by certain ingredients, fragrances, and environmental factors.
Choosing a cleanser
At Nezza, we have natural, plant-based cleansers for every skin type. We formulate our cleansers with natural, gentle ingredients, no artificial fragrances, and with ingredients that target specific skin concerns. Depending on your skin type, choosing the right cleanser can be a bit confusing, so let us help you out!
- Charcoal Purity Facial Cleanser: Formulated with activated charcoal and anti-bacterial tea tree and lavender essential oils, this cleanser is ideal for oily, acne-prone skin. The activated charcoal helps to bring dirt, oil and impurities to the surface, and due to its water-based formula, this cleanser really helps to wash away excess oil, leaving the skin feeling fresh and clean. We do not recommend this cleanser for sensitive or dry skin. For a more moisturizing option, try our Charcoal Facial Cleansing Bar.
- Pink Clay Facial Cleanser: This foaming cleanser is a gentler alternative to Charcoal Purity. Formulated with pink clay to remove dirt and oil, DMAE and MSM help to rejuvenate and tighten the skin, while helping to reduce inflammation. This cleanser is ideal for balancing the skin due to its geranium, rose, and ho wood essential oils, and we would recommend it for oily, combo, and acne-prone skin. For a more moisturizing option, try our Pink Clay Facial Cleansing Bar.
- Citrus AHA Facial Cleanser: Due to its creamy formula, this cleanser is ideal for dry skin. It cleanses the skin of dirt and impurities without stripping away the skin’s natural sebum, leaving your skin feeling moisturized and balanced. Formulated with citrus alphahydroxy acids (AHAs) to gently exfoliate dead skin cells and reveal bright, healthy looking skin. This cleanser is ideal for dry or mature skin.
- Green Tea Facial Cleanser: Our Green Tea Cleanser is the gentlest option and is ideal for dry, sensitive skin. This cream cleanser gently cleanses the skin without stripping away natural oils. High in anti-oxidants, the green tea extract, lavender and chamomile waters soothe and calm the skin. This cleanser is also a great choice for young teens who are just starting to explore skin care as well!
- Gentle Cleansing Facial Scrub: Formulated with jojoba beads, tea tree, lavender, and carrot seed essential oils, this cream cleanser is perfect for a gentle, daily exfoliation. Due to its anti-bacterial properties, it’s a great choice for all skin types. It will help to breakdown dirt, oil and impurities and remove dead skin cells, without stripping the skin. This is a great choice for those who like to wear makeup as well.
Putting together a good skin care routine can be confusing, but it doesn’t have to be! Starting off with the right cleanser for your skin type lays a solid foundation for the rest of your routine. Regardless of skin type, it is important for your skin to be thoroughly cleansed without being stripped by harsh ingredients. This helps to protect your skin barrier, reduce redness and irritation, and leave you with a fresh base for the rest of your routine. For more information on all of our skin care products, head over to our website.
