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In everything related to the beauty and health of the skin, there is always a reason to argue. For example, what is the best and safest way to cleanse the skin: without water or with water? The truth, as usual, lies somewhere in the middle.
Skin cleansing without water: pros and cons
Arguments for”
1. Ability to avoid skin irritation
This argument is quite enough for the owners of the skin:
very sensitive;
naturally dry;
overdried as a result of treatment;
irritated;
reactive;
prone to redness and rosacea.
Today, fans of waterless cleansing have more than one way to rid their skin of makeup and everything that has accumulated on it during the day.
Milk
It has a delicate creamy texture that allows you to gently remove makeup without irritating the skin friction.
Cleansing milk “Luxury nutrition” with rosehip and passion fruit oils, L’Oréal Paris.
Milk “Absolute tenderness” with Gallic rose extract, L’Oréal Paris.
Micellar water
New time product based on micelles – surfactant particles that capture and remove any impurities: cosmetics, dirt, sebum. Formulas supplemented with oils cope even with waterproof cosmetics without any extra effort – you do not have to rub your face.
Micellar water with oils, Garnier.
Biphasic micellar water, L’Oréal Paris.
Micellar water for problem skin Effaclar Ultra, La Roche-Posay.
Cleansing wipes
In no time will cleanse the skin of makeup without irritating it.
They can be used not only to remove makeup, but also to refresh the skin. It is convenient to take on travel and carry with you.
2. Thorough cleansing
For those who do not wash with water, the cleansing process is a whole ritual. Gradually freeing the skin of impurities in several stages, you cleanse it more thoroughly. The regularity of actions allows you to enjoy delicate textures and enjoy the process of self-care. And it’s always nice.
Cleansing the skin without water is a whole ritual
Arguments against”
Takes too much time. Waterless cleansing is time consuming and involves endless fiddling with cotton pads.
Does not provide the effect of “purity”. Not a single waterless product can give the feeling of cleanliness that water gives – this is what the fans of washing think, and they are, in general, right. Leave-in products still leave a film feeling on the face.
Requires subsequent application of tonic. Strictly speaking, everyone needs it, no matter which method of purification is closer to you. But without water, its use is strictly necessary to remove the remnants of not only contaminants, but also cleansers: be it milk or micelles.
Eliminates exfoliation. “When washing with water, this function is performed by fingers and a towel, so a couple of times a week with daily waterless cleansing, you need a scrub or peeling,” says Vichy medical expert Ekaterina Turubara.
Monotony The range of waterless cleansing products is expanding, but in terms of quantity, the choice is still not so rich.
Cleansing the skin with water: pros and cons
Arguments for”
1. Chi-sto-ta.
Fans of water and foam will tell you that without these components, the feeling of impeccable cleanliness is impossible to achieve. And it is absolutely necessary if the skin:
combined;
fatty;
problematic.
However, among lovers of water procedures there are those who have normal skin.
Water gives a feeling of impeccable cleanliness and freshness.
The main thing that water and gel do is perfectly cleanse the skin of water-soluble and fat-soluble impurities, as well as excess sebum, which provokes rashes.
2. Variety.
Washing products are available in a variety of formats, with additional functionality, for all skin types: foams, gels, foaming oils, micellar rinse-off gels.
Here are just a few examples:
Cleansing and soothing gel care for washing Toleriane, La Roche-Posay.
Radiance Cleansing Foam, Pureté Thermal, Vichy.
Micellar cleansing gel, Garnier.
Foaming oil for cleansing and removing makeup Biosource Total Renew Oil, Biotherm.
Arguments against”
Water dries out the skin. And if it is too hot, then the hydrolipidic mantle may suffer. Plus, the pH of the skin is disturbed, which must be restored with a tonic.
Too aggressive. It only takes a little overestimation of the capabilities of your skin and choose a more powerful product (as those who have oily skin like to do), and you can easily achieve dehydration with all the ensuing problems.
Conclusion
Water cleansing has more advantages than waterless cleansing, and fewer disadvantages (but they are quite significant). The truth, as always, lies somewhere in the middle. The only right thing is what suits you and your skin right now.
And remember that an alternative to hard tap water can be:
mineral water;
bottled water.